Promoting learning in science through science camp

UTAR held a science camp for the aboriginal community in Selangor on 26 March 2022 and 21 May 2022. The aim of the science camp was to promote learning in science among primary and secondary school students living in Kampung Orang Asli in Selangor—Kolam Air Bangkong, Bukit Tampoi and Kelinsing. It also gave UTAR students an opportunity to give back to the community by volunteering their time and skills in providing community service.

The students participating in the science camp included four voluntary students from UTAR and 43 primary and secondary school students from Kampung Orang Asli in Selangor. The four UTAR students who were responsible for planning and implementing the event were Er Ji Siang, Lua Ze How, Tan Xing Yun and Ang Lin. They were assisted by the Department of Orang Asli Development—Jabatan Kemajuan Orang Asli (JAKOA).

The science camp activity started with an ice-breaking game to promote interaction between students and make the atmosphere lively. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the activities prepared for the science camp were simple and they involved less physical contact. The activities included invisible ink, magical balloons and flying saucer games. After the long period of online learning mode, the primary and secondary school students who attended the camp were eager to take part in the activities and they responded enthusiastically.

UTAR students with participating students in Kampung Orang Asli, Selangor

The science camp featured interesting activities for students to learn in a fun way