The government has launched the Basic Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (BSTEM) training program in Sunyani as part of efforts to modernize education and equip Ghanaian students with skills for the future.
Speaking at the launch, Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu described the initiative as a major national investment in strengthening STEM education from the foundational level.
He emphasized that the project will transform teaching and learning by integrating artificial intelligence, coding, and robotics into the revised basic school curriculum.
Acknowledging the origins of the program, he expressed gratitude to former Education Minister, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, who between 2012 and 2016 led the establishment of a committee that initiated the Basic Science and Mathematics Project.
That project has since evolved into the BSTEM initiative.
“Our government is committed to modernizing education by revolutionizing science and mathematics, moving from rote memorization to inquiry-based learning, problem-solving, and creativity,” he said.
“This program will give every Ghanaian child the opportunity to realize their potential.”
He added that educators are being equipped with modern teaching skills, digital tools, and innovative methodologies to make STEM learning more engaging and accessible, noting that teacher training remains central to the success of the curriculum.
As part of the event, he also announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art laboratory facility in Koforidua in memory of the late Minister for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah.
The initiative, he said, will lay the foundation for nurturing future scientists, innovators, and problem-solvers, while positioning Ghana as a resilient and innovation-driven nation.
Source :www.kumasimail.com
