Between October 28, 2023, and December 16, 2023, the research team from the UNITe Project at the Center for Excellence in Research and Innovation (UNITe) at Ruse University organized and conducted two STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) training courses for teachers from primary and secondary schools in the Ruse Municipality.
These training events were realized with the collaboration of the Center for Student Technical and Scientific Creativity – Ruse (CPLR-CUTNT-Ruse), with the goal of enhancing teachers’ skills in modern educational technologies.
Course Themes:
- “Robotics with micro:bit”: This course targeted 3rd and 4th grade teachers, allowing them to apply principles of block-based programming not only for solving mathematical problems but also for controlling mini-robots, engaging in fun games, and making the learning process enjoyable for students. The course utilized micro:bit microcontrollers and micro:maqueen mini-robots.
- “Block Programming of Drones”: Aimed at 6th and 7th grade teachers, this course introduced an innovative approach to solving math and practical tasks through block programming of DJI Tello mini-drones. The course was designed to align with the school curriculum and provided a unique hands-on learning experience.
Participation and Impact:
- Over 20 teachers from the Ruse Municipality participated in the training courses.
- The instructors for the courses were faculty members from the UNITe Project team at Ruse University.
In the coming months, all the teachers who completed the training courses will have the opportunity to integrate and apply the knowledge gained into their classroom lessons with students from primary and secondary schools in Ruse, as well as in the courses offered by CPLR-CUTNT-Ruse.
These courses are expected to positively impact teaching methods by introducing new educational technologies and making STEM education more interactive and engaging for students.
