The event, themed “Science Steps Out of the Textbook”, was jointly organized by the Center for Science Discovery and Innovation under the Department of Science and Technology and Pleiku High School in Pleiku Ward.
Speaking at the festival, Nguyen Thi Phuong Mai, Deputy Director of the Department of Science and Technology, said STEM education should not be limited to science or engineering theory, but should help students connect academic knowledge with practical situations and apply what they learn to solve problems.
“If we want students to love science, we must create opportunities for them to access it,” she said.
The festival featured a wide range of activities, including robotics, artificial intelligence and programming, VR-AR virtual reality experiences, astronomy, science experiments, STEM exhibition booths and seminars on STEM education.
Students were able to directly control robots, explore artificial intelligence applications, experience virtual reality technology and take part in practical science experiments.
The event also included seminars and networking sessions with experts, university lecturers and technology businesses, giving students additional guidance on their studies and future career paths.