Raspberry Pi Helps Bring Computing to Rural Schools in Argentina
A teacher in Argentina is using Raspberry Pi to bring computing and programming to rural schools through workshops and projects.
Summary
Eliana Otrera, a teacher in Argentina, has been working to bring computing and programming to rural schools through a program called Conectar Igualdad. She discovered Raspberry Pi in 2017 and has been using it to teach students programming and robotics. Otrera has also organized Raspberry Jams, workshops where students can learn about computers and programming. The projects have included electronic trivia games, basic robots, and automated greenhouses.
Raspberry Pi in Education
- Raspberry Pi being used in educational settings to teach programming and robotics
- Students working on projects such as electronic trivia games and automated greenhouses
- Use of Python and Minecraft in programming projects
Why it matters
This initiative helps to bridge the digital divide in rural areas and provides students with access to technology and programming skills, which can have a positive impact on their future careers.
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