DOHA: MathAlive!, the interactive math and science exhibit created by Raytheon, has completed its two-stop tour in Doha with resounding success, having been experienced by more than 9,000 visitors.
The exhibit’s time in Qatar began with an eight-day showcase at Qatar University, followed by a five-week stint at the Qatar Scientific Club (QSC) in partnership with Qatar Foundation (QF).
The tour also included VIP visits, including Minister of Education and Higher Education and Supreme Education Council Secretary-General H E Dr Mohammed Abdul Wahed Ali Al Hammadi, Minister of Youth and Sports H E Salah bin Ghanem bin Nasser Al Ali and Abdu-Latif Muhammad Al Numaimi, HR Consultant at the Ministry of Education.
The exhibition’s most recent stay was at the QSC, where it was hosted in partnership with QF and Raytheon from November 5 until December 10.
After a successful opening attended by Al Numaimi and over 100 guests, the exhibition experienced a constant flow of students, families and public visitors, totalling over 4,200.
Yezen Munir, President, Raytheon International in Qatar, said, “MathAlive!’s time in Doha has been fantastic. I would like to extend my thanks to our partners for the excellent work they’ve done in helping Raytheon bring MathAlive! to the children of Qatar.
“Together, we have not only promoted the importance of STEM education, but made math and science accessible and enjoyable for young Qataris.”
Prior to its five-week stay at the QSC, the exhibition made its Doha debut with an eight-day-long showcase at QU.
The launch event at QU on October 1 was a huge success, with Dr Al Hammadi in attendance, along with over 300 students, parents, QU officials, Raytheon executives and other dignitaries.
MathAlive!’s Doha exhibitions featured the introduction of a new interactive football simulator, designed for Qatari youth and in the spirit of Qatar’s hosting of FIFA World Cup 2022, called ‘Penalty Block,’ which was on display at QU and QSC.
The module gave students an unmatched virtual experience to explore mathematical concepts behind one aspect of the country’s favourite sport.
MathAlive! interactive modules spanned building design, football, space travel, video games and more, bringing math and science to life for late primary and early secondary school students.
MathAlive! is slated to return to Saudi Arabia in 2016, and dates and venues will be announced later.
The Peninsula
