SLT-Mobitel in collaboration with the STEMUP Educational Foundation and the National Library of Sri Lanka, completed the first batch of the CoderDojo program at the Public Library premises in Colombo.
The completion of the first batch of CoderDojo at the Public Library demonstrates the company’s dedication to providing equal opportunities for all students to acquire invaluable STEM education skills. Offered free, the program aims to cultivate an interest in coding and ICT among students, equipping them with essential skills for the digital age. Initially, the CoderDojo programs were conducted at three SLT-Mobitel Nebula Technology Institutes in Welisara, Moratuwa, and Peradeniya. Recognising the immense potential and demand, the program has now been extended to public libraries across Colombo, Batticaloa, Kirimatiyana, Hanguranketha, Doluwa, Galle, Hakmana, Kurunegala, Nochchiyagama, Badulla, Ratnapura, and Kuliyapitiya, making it accessible to a broader range of students. The comprehensive 12-month curriculum was delivered by dedicated STEMUP volunteers who guided and mentored young learners through the intricacies of coding and ICT.
The CoderDojo program not only introduces students to the fundamentals of coding but also encourages the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills essential for success in the 21st century.
