Tbilisi: The University of Georgia’s School of Science and Technology donated equipment for physics practicals to public school labs. The donation was made with the active support of the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) initiative.
According to the initiative’s representative it aims to make practical work in physics classes more accessible to students. In the first stage the inventory was already given to two schools. These two schools include the St. Tbilisi N20 public school and Tirdznis village public school, located near the occupation line in the Gori district.
As the students received the equipment for the practical they also got a demonstration on how to operate and use the instrument safely. Under the initiative the schools have received working equipment to help students develop practical skills. In addition the university plans to conduct additional training for teachers and students, making studying physics and other natural sciences more attractive and interesting.
The University representative stressed that the country needs to promote the study of science among students. They also added that the science subject cannot be understood without understanding its practical aspects. It is also worth noting that the study of the science stream has also become necessary as the world is moving towards the developed stage of artificial technology.
Artificial technology has made the study of science more important in school. Students who do not have a deep understanding of the technical aspects of any new development cannot compete with international counterprts.
The University representatives were welcomed by the school’s students and management. They also expressed their gratitude for helping to promote science subjects. According to the teachers this will motivate the students to study science subjects. Moreover it will also enhance the students’ interest in science subjects.
The School of Science and Technology of the University of Georgia’s project will significantly contribute to the promotion and accessibility of engineering professions.
