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By Asia Education Review Team , Saturday, 20 January 2024

Zone24x7 and STEMUP partner to provide Sri Lankan students with AI education

  • Zone24x7, a prominent provider of comprehensive technology consulting and engineering solutions, has formed a strategic alliance with STEMUP Educational Foundation to promote awareness and understanding of cutting-edge technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity, among students in Sri Lanka. This collaboration aims to implement the innovative 'AI for Kids' program. As AI continues to progress and become integral to various industries worldwide, early exposure to AI education equips children with the necessary skills for future technology-driven careers, ensuring their readiness for the evolving landscape.

    ‘AI for Kids’ is a Zone24x7 and STEMUP initiative, a comprehensive and enduring program aimed at educating children about the captivating realm of AI. It is tailored to empower educators, schoolchildren, and STEMUP volunteers with the essential knowledge and comprehension of the AI field. This initiative is designed to foster children's familiarity with these emerging technologies, laying a solid foundation for their future careers. AI education offers a multitude of advantages for children's learning and growth, fostering critical thinking, information analysis, and problem-solving. It also encourages computational thinking, an approach involving structured and algorithmic problem-solving methods.

    The STEMUp Educational Foundation, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to inspiring and involving students in the pursuit of scientific, technological, engineering, and mathematical (STEM) degrees and careers. Our mission is realized through the various programs and resources we provide to the South Asian community. The Foundation ensures educational opportunities and resources are accessible to all, and a significant portion of our offerings is provided at no cost. This aligns with our vision to be a national exemplar for enthusiastic support of STEM education.