The GEO1X TeamThe GEO1X program is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) educational outreach opportunity that is based upon the principles of service learning and international engagement. The program is a part of Schlumberger Excellence in Education Development (SEED) Robotics Program, which provides the opportunity for students around the globe to become involved in robotics and STEM. This particular project will focus on the introduction of STEM topics to low-access areas in Coca, Ecuador through a VEX IQ robotics curriculum. Under the leadership of Sonia Jordan of Kids Xplore, a select group of Rice University students (GEO1X-ers) will travel to Coca, Ecuador and work alongside local instructors to develop a project-based robotics curriculum that will engage students and teachers both, as well as pique student interest in STEM.**
Alongside the GEO1X-ers are partners from the American Geological Institute (AGI). The AGI team will work with Cocoan teachers and instructors to formulate curricula that focus on the broad field of energy. The team will cover topics ranging from basic circuitry to the energy economy using engaging digital technologies. The goal of AGI is to make less abstract the concept of energy and make it more tangible and interesting for instructors and students. **As VEX IQ holds annual challenge competitions, the VEX IQ based curriculum will give Cocoan schools the opportunity to participate in local, national, and even international robotics competitions! |
Who We Are
Learn more about the whos of the GEO1X Project.
Team SchlumbergerThis crew of four impassioned women are the logistics of the GEO1X program. They work tirelessly as a part of Schlumberger Excellence in Education Development (SEED) to ensure that all is provided for on the GEO1X trip. In addition to GEO1X, they organize several similar Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education outreach programs and projects all around the globe as they work towards expanding student interest in STEM and education equity.
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Team RiceThis group of eight testify to being the luckiest people in the world. These Rice students and faculty come from a variety of backgrounds and academic pursuits. The equalizer is their love for global stewardship and service. Through training and directed guidance from the Center for Civic Leadership (CCL) and Student Success Initiatives (SSI) at Rice University, Team Rice has learned about the necessity (why) and practical applications (how) of sustainable and principled service. As a result, their goal during this trip is not only to teach robotics, but to remain socially cognizant and reflective, allowing them to provide ethical and mindful service.
(Not pictured: SSI Assistant Director and faculty chaperone, Jessica Bowers) |
Team AGI
Team AGI is comprised of geoscientists and science educators from the American Geosciences Institute (AGI), passionate about spreading their love of the natural sciences. During the GEO1X trip, the AGI team will teach teachers and students about energy (everything from simple motors to energy use on a national and even international scale). They will work with local teachers to create a hands-on and sustainable energy based curriculum that emphasizes local, national, and international roles in energy exchanges.
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Sonia Jordan Sonia Jordan is the technical brains behind robotics arm of the GEO1X project. Ever since discovering that robotics could captivate the minds of young children (i.e. her son), she has dedicated her life to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education outreach and teaching robotics at Kids Xplore. Her love of STEM education has taken her to India, Nigeria, Mexico, and other countries around the world! She is doubtless that this trip will ignite a passion for STEM and hands-on learning in students and teachers alike!
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Nelson Mandela
powerful weapon for
changing the world"
Nelson Mandela