BALER, Aurora (PIA) — About 11 schools in Aurora received robotics kits from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), providing students with hands-on exposure to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
The ₱4.08-million project, funded under the Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) Program, seeks to strengthen digital education by integrating robotics learning directly into classrooms.
DOST Aurora Science Research Specialist Regine Maines-Agumboy said robotics education helps learners develop critical skills such as logical reasoning, problem-solving, and teamwork.
“They are designed to inspire the next generation of innovators by providing experiential learning that allows students to directly engage with robotics technology,” Agumboy explained.
Each robotics kit includes components such as motors, sensors, programmable controllers, and building materials that allow learners to assemble functioning robots.
To ensure effective classroom use, the Department of Education and A+ Solutions Development Center conducted a Teachers’ training that integrated SPIKE Prime, MBOT, Arduino, Internet of Things technology, and 3D printing into instruction.
“Students are expected to undergo training and later participate in a planned Robotics Cup, a competition that will gather all beneficiary schools and also prepare learners for national-level contests,” Agumboy added.
The deployment of robotics kits is part of the broader CEST Program, which not only enhances education but also supports health and nutrition, livelihood, environmental protection, and disaster risk reduction in communities.
Through these initiatives, DOST seeks to empower communities by building a stronger foundation for inclusive learning and sustainable development, ensuring that innovation reaches even the most underserved areas. (CLJD/MJRD, PIA Region 3-Aurora)
