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June was another exciting month for the Robotics Programme, bringing technology, electronics, and computational thinking into classrooms through hands-on learning experiences. During the month, 40 robotics sessions were conducted across partner schools, reaching 1,437 students, including 540 boys and 897 girls. Each session encouraged students to move beyond theory by building simple electronic circuits, experimenting with components, and understanding how technology works in everyday life.
Students began with the Powering of LED activity, where they learned the fundamentals of electric circuits by connecting LEDs to power sources using appropriate resistors. This introductory exercise helped them understand the concepts of electrical flow, polarity, voltage, and circuit completion while giving them confidence in handling electronic components.
The programme also introduced students to Series and Parallel Connections, enabling them to compare different circuit configurations and observe how current, voltage, and brightness change depending on the arrangement of components. Through practical demonstrations, students developed a clear understanding of why different electrical devices are connected in different ways and how these principles are applied in homes and industries.
Another key focus area was Logic Gates, where students explored the building blocks of digital electronics. Beginning with an Introduction to Logic Gates, they learned how computers and electronic devices make decisions using simple binary logic. They then worked with AND, OR, and NOT gates, performing hands-on activities to understand how different combinations of inputs produce specific outputs. These sessions introduced students to the fundamentals of computational thinking and digital system design, laying the foundation for future learning in robotics, automation, and computer engineering.
Students also completed the Powering a Buzzer activity, where they designed simple circuits capable of producing sound. This practical exercise demonstrated how electrical energy can be converted into sound energy and helped students understand the operation of basic alarm systems, indicators, and electronic notification devices commonly used in real-world applications.
By combining practical experimentation with conceptual learning, the Robotics Programme continued to nurture creativity, logical reasoning, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among students. The engaging, activity-based sessions inspired young learners to explore science and technology with confidence while developing the foundational skills needed for the innovators and engineers of tomorrow.
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