Those steeped or engaged in the language of programming, essential for building websites, apps and other computer-based technologies, and electronics were excited about a draft coding-and-robotics curriculum being piloted at several South African schools.
Schools and parents are keen for their children not to be left behind, which is why Oxford University Press South Africa has teamed up with Resolute Education to offer a holistic solution for schools.
Combining Oxford’s experience, brand trust and footprint in education, together with the innovative and dynamic brain power and design of an ed-tech company such as Resolute Education, brings the best of both partners’ expertise to addressing the challenges of 21st-century skills in society and the classroom of today.
This partnership offers a winning solution consisting of a widely tested curriculum to provide guidance to, and comprehensive training for, teachers. It also offers a cleverly designed and versatile kit with components that provide everything learners need during their online and classroom learning experience. It includes worksheets, lesson plans and workbooks combining learning and technology components. No matter where schools are on their digital journey this partnership offers a diverse and all-inclusive solution to cater for a range of classroom needs and deliver a seamless and rewarding experience to both teacher and learner.
“We are thrilled to partner with Resolute Education to bring a coding and robotics solution to schools in South Africa that we know will support teachers in delivering this essential new introduction into a subject area that is likely to create many jobs for young people in our country in future,” said Hanri Pieterse, Managing Director of Oxford University Press Africa. “The manufacturing of all devices, machinery, household equipment, cars and so on require coding capability, and has already become a scarce and essential skill for future jobs. We are excited to be able to transform lives by offering the foundation for this essential skill set.
Rajesh Pasungili, co-founder and CEO of Resolute Education, added: “Partnering with Oxford was an easy decision for us. They have years of experience in the education space and understand the needs of schools and teachers. They have built strong relationships with schools and teachers, and are a trusted brand with a dedicated team interested in exploring new subjects through innovative partnerships. We are excited about our launch and hope to make teaching smooth and enjoyable.”
