Glencore Brings Coding, Robotics To Rural Schools

Glencore Ferroalloys is introducing a coding and robotics project in rural schools in Limpopo and North West provinces. The initiative provides training for learners and teachers on handling technology and data systems, as well as how to task computers and robots to perform routine, repetitive or hazardous tasks. The project was initiated to address the education needs and skills that will be required in the future to assist communities and industries in delivering performance results in terms of machine learning and incorporating the internet of things (IOT) with artificial intelligence (AI). The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has also introduced coding and robotics as part of the national school curriculum, initially implemented in 25 000 schools, consisting of about 14 million learners and 420 000 teachers.