Robofun is educating girls on the importance of coding

A new education business is aiming to get girls involved in science from an early age, linking robots and coding to subjects such as fashion and design.

Robofun owner Lina Qasem is encouraging girls to get involved in STEM fields from a young age. Picture: George Salpigtidis

Primary school students can use computers to design clothes and jewellery in a new attempt to get girls involved into science and technology.

Educator Robofun tailors coding and robotics programs to encourage girls’ interest in STEM fields.

Founder Lina Qasem said they have classes for boys and girls but there was a focus on females.

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“Most of the jobs in the future will be based on technology and science,” Ms Qasem said.

“We encourage them (girls) to be more engaged with STEM to secure them a job in the future.”

Ms Qasem studied computer information systems at the University of Jordan and noticed the gender gap when attending robotics competitions.

Her mission became to encourage girls to enter the STEM field and also educate parents on its importance.

Robofun teaches coding, robotics and computer design in a variety of classes depending on the interests of the students.

“It teaches logical thinking and creative thinking as well. It’s important for both genders,” Ms Qasem said.

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