VietNamKidsEdu’s commitment to SDG 4: Access to Quality Education
For KidsEdu, an organization dedicated to enhancing early childhood education in developing countries, starting with Vietnam, our Theory of Change is:
If more students in developing countries, starting with Vietnam, have access to quality STEM education earlier, they will become more confident STEM learners in upper schools by accessing preschool STEM education early on, measured by number of students getting above average scores in primary school STEM subjects. These students go on to become more prepared college students, engaged citizens, and contribute proactively to society by being problem solvers. They are also more productive workforce.
KidsEdu’s long-term goal is to equip children aged 3-6 in developing countries, starting with Vietnam, with critical thinking skills—such as creativity, analysis, problem-solving, and computational thinking—to prepare them for success in the 21st century.
Our intermediate outcomes:
- Enhanced STEM Proficiency: Children develop a foundational understanding of STEM concepts, fostering curiosity and engagement.
- Improved Critical Thinking: Children exhibit enhanced creativity, analytical abilities, and problem-solving skills.
- Increased Technological Confidence: Children become comfortable using technology, laying the groundwork for future learning and adaptation.
Activities and interventions:
- Implementation of the KidsEdu STEM Program: A structured program designed to introduce preschoolers to STEM and computational thinking.
- Integration of Augmented Reality (AR) Tools: Utilizing AR to create immersive learning experiences that blend art and science, enhancing engagement and understanding.
- Professional Development for Educators: Providing training for teachers to effectively deliver STEM content and foster critical thinking in young learners.
Assumptions:
- Early exposure to STEM and critical thinking skills positively influences children’s future academic and career success.
- Educators are pivotal in facilitating effective STEM learning experiences.
- Technological tools, like AR, can enhance learning by making abstract concepts more tangible and engaging.
Early Outcomes: During 2023-2025, what have we achieved against these long-term goal and immediate outcomes:
- Preschool students enrolled in KidsEdu STEM program in 2024–2025 school year: 10,500
- Preschool teachers trained, 2023–2025: 5,000
- Female teachers among them: 4,800
- Learning hours provided to students, 2023–2025: 367,500
- Preschool STEM contents free for download: Close to 100
- Countries we are expanding to: Nigeria, Ghana, Pakistan
At KidsEdu, we use the UNDP-recommended Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) approach, illustrated above, to keep activities and orientation aligned with our stated long-term goal. Stay tuned and check this space for upcoming IMM-aligned reports from us!
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