STEM education in Uganda is increasing in popularity—more schools are implementing STEM learning into their curriculum and making it an integral part of what we teach. This is based on the benefits that we have experienced as a result of using the STEM pedagogy of teaching and learning. These include; Fosters ingenuity and creativity, builds resilience, encourages experimentation, encourages teamwork, encourages knowledge application, encourages tech use, Teaches problem-solving: STEM education teaches students how to solve problems by using their critical thinking skills. By engaging in STEM learn experiences, students learn how to examine problems and then create a plan to solve them. Encourages adaption:To succeed in life, students have to be able to apply what they have learned to a variety of scenarios. STEM education teaches them to adapt the concepts that they learn to various iterations of a problem or issue. Teaching has been simplified since NCDC Uganda has in employed the same pedagogy in teaching where teaching and learning is Project Based a way to promote and keep fit, the school staff members and students involve in weekly aerobics exercise to keep physical and mental fitness.
Deputy Headteacher in charge Students’ welfare (STEM coordinator)