The stigma that science and mathematics are difficult and boring subjects still persists in education. This presents a challenge for educational activists, including the Einstein Science Project (ESP), which continues to innovate to ensure children can enjoy learning science in a fun and meaningful way.
Source: SpaceJakarta Team Documentation at Einstein Science Project
According to Ni Nengah Kristanti S., Product & Science Lab Manager of the Einstein Science Project, the best approach to introducing science is to actively involve children through the Student-Centered Learning method. Children don't just listen to theory, but are invited to directly experiment and solve real-life problems. "Children are given problems and they find the solutions themselves. Here, they are not only consuming knowledge, but also participating in producing it," she explained.
Source: SpaceJakarta Team Documentation at Einstein Science Project
The Einstein Science Project also designs experiments relevant to school subjects, yet presented in a light and fun way. One example is a soap-making experiment. In addition to understanding simple chemistry concepts, children also learn entrepreneurial values because the results of these experiments can be developed into products with market value.
With a practical and fun approach like this, children become more interested and enthusiastic about learning science and mathematics from an early age.
Resource person: Ni Nengah Kristanti S.
Interviewer: Yuni
Author: Noverdy R
