September 03, Colombo (LNW): The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a significant initiative to train 7,500 teachers in the fields of robotics and Artificial Intelligence (AI), marking a crucial step in the nation’s digital transformation efforts.
During a recent Cabinet press conference, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Bandula Gunawardena highlighted that digital transformation is a key priority within the national education policy framework.
Recognising the importance of integrating cutting-edge technologies into education, the government has endorsed collaboration between public and private sectors to enhance the use of AI and other advanced technologies in schools.
The training programme follows a successful pilot project conducted by the Skills College of Technology (SCOT CAMPUS), an institution with a strong track record in delivering practical courses in information technology, mechatronics, and robotics.
The pilot’s success has paved the way for a broader initiative aimed at equipping educators with the skills necessary to teach the next generation of students in these critical areas.
The Cabinet has approved a joint proposal by the President and the Minister of Education to roll out this training programme in three stages.
The initiative will cover selected schools across all provinces, focusing on the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) concept.
Teachers will receive specialised training in subjects such as information technology, biotechnology, engineering technology, science, and mathematics at the SCOT CAMPUS.
By empowering teachers with the knowledge and tools to teach robotics and AI, the government aims to foster a new generation of innovators who can contribute to the nation’s technological and economic growth.
