King Abdulaziz University in cooperation with King Abdul Aziz and his Companions Foundation for the Gifted is hosting the summer program of talent 2009 under the theme of “Robot and Electronics 4.” A select group of outstanding students from various regions of the Kingdom are presenting their abilities and talents in robot building and controlling in the program which began here earlier this week. The program covers a number of scientific topics and various activities aimed at utilizing the potential of the participants and guide their energies to the betterment of society, Dr. Deia Shujaa Al.Othmani, general supervisor of the center for talent at King Abdulaziz University, said. The program also aims to provoke scientific interest among students to help them improve their skills in the areas of scientific communication, social skills, self-learning, critical thinking and creative problem-solving” said Dr. Al- Othmani The program lasting a month includes various training courses on talent, thinking skills, presentation skills and team work as well as specialized courses in electronics and the construction of electronic circuits for robotic applications and English language” said Dr. Al. Othmani. He added that the program contains a number of social, cultural, sports and entertainment activities in addition to a trip to perform Umrah, as well as visit a number of factories and scientific establishments. The program is in its fourth year with a proven track record of three consecutive summer camps focusing on robotic applications.
