STEM on the Move
Personalizing Learning with the CUBE Mobile Lab
Why We're Here
Access to STEM Education Shouldn't Depend on Where You Live
Lack of labs, resources, and trained teachers
Irregular electricity and poor internet access
One-size-fits-all education models that don't
support diverse learners
At CUBE, we're building solutions designed for this reality — starting from the ground up.
In many parts of Africa, especially rural and low-income communities, students are left out of quality STEM learning
Our Response – The CUBE Mobile Lab
Bringing Hands-On Learning to Students Where They Are
The CUBE Mobile Lab is a solar-powered, mobile innovation lab that delivers hands-on STEAM education to underserved schools.
Mobile-First
We bring the lab directly to schools
Solar-Powered
Offline-capable and sustainable
Hands-On Learning
Creative, practical workshops
Low-Cost
Adaptable to different settings
What Happens Inside the Lab
We Turn Curiosity Into Capability
Building mini robots from recycled materials
Learning basic coding without needing internet
Exploring how solar energy and filtration work
Creative design, problem-solving, and team challenges
Student Engagement by Activity Type
We prioritize gender inclusion and create space for all students to lead and learn.
The AI-Powered Pilot
Personalizing Learning in Low-Tech Environments
We're piloting an AI-powered learning assistant that adapts to each student's needs, even in areas with limited connectivity.
Works Offline
No need for data or internet connection
Adaptive Content
Adjusts to each student's pace and learning level
Progress Tracking
Helps facilitators provide targeted support
Note: Full tech model not disclosed in this presentation.
Pilot Launch Plan
Real Students. Real Schools. Real Impact.
Our pilot program begins in August 2025, focusing on improving learning outcomes, teacher support, and student engagement across The Gambia.
3
Schools selected by MoBSE
900
Students
20
Teachers trained
Learning Outcomes
Measuring improvement in STEM comprehension and skills
Teacher Support
Enhancing educator capacity and confidence
Student Engagement
Increasing participation and interest in STEM subjects
What Makes This Different
Built for Where We Come From
Mobile-first
We go to the learners, bringing education directly to underserved communities
Offline and solar-powered
No need for consistent electricity or internet access
Hands-on, not lecture-based
We teach through doing, with practical activities that engage students
Inclusive by design
Activities are gender-sensitive and locally relevant
Built by us, for us
Designed by African educators, techies, and students
CUBE Mobile Lab vs. Traditional STEM Education
Our Vision
An Africa Where Every Child Can Access Quality STEM Education—Anywhere
We believe impact starts early. That's why our focus is primary and lower secondary education.
Build a fleet of mobile labs reaching rural schools across West Africa by 2026
Expand to East Africa with regional adaptation by 2027
Adapt AI tools to serve our contexts—not just replicate systems built elsewhere
Create a pan-African network of STEM educators and innovators
What We're Looking For
We're Here to Learn, Share, and Collaborate
We're seeking partners who believe in equity-focused innovation in education and want to build a model that works.
Content Partners
Organizations to co-develop curriculum, learning materials, and localized STEM content
Technology Partners
Collaborators to develop offline-capable tools, AI solutions, and hardware innovations
Funding Partners
Supporters to help with scaling, equipment acquisition, and capacity building
Policy Allies
Advocates who believe in equity-focused innovation in education
Resource Allocation by Partnership Type
Let's build a model that works—and share it responsibly, together.
Thank You
Let's connect and keep the conversation going.
Joanna Gomez
Development & Communications Manager
CUBE – The Gambia
jgomez@cube4stem.org
+220 774 6302
https://shorturl.at/AJVZ8
https://cube4stem.org/