Mindcraft Bridges the Gap Between Conventional Teaching and Innovative, Gamified Learning at St. Louis Girls' Junior Secondary School.
Summary
About the school and Community:
Mokola, a densely populated area in Ibadan, Oyo State, is known for its mix of residential neighborhoods, bustling markets, and a few schools striving to provide quality education despite limited access to modern learning tools. Many students in this community face educational gaps that hinder their ability to develop strong numeracy, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.By introducing Maths Combat Abacus Training to St. Louis Girls' Junior Secondary School, one of the best schools in Ibadan, Mindcraft is bridging the gap between conventional teaching and innovative, gamified learning; ensuring intelligent, well-cultured, and eager-to-learn girls unlock their full mathematical potential.
For many students, abacus training was a completely new experience yet their adaptability, curiosity, and drive for excellence led to rapid progress. Within just two months, these young girls:
- Mastered counting techniques from units to thousands.
- Performed addition & subtraction faster and more accurately.
- Developed sharper mental math, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Grew more confident & developed a newfound love for mathematics.
The methodology emphasized interactive practice, team-based learning, real-time demonstrations, and gradual complexity progression.
The girls' ability to grasp complex calculations with ease proves that when given the right tools, they can excel beyond expectations fostering a future where more young women confidently pursue STEM fields.
By merging interactive, hands-on techniques with gamified learning, the program not only strengthened the students' arithmetic fluency but also ignited their passion for numbers. Their journey showcases the power of quality education in shaping future leaders, problem solvers, and innovators. Be a part of this development. Support these vibrant young minds.
