The Annual Impact Roundtable Discussion (AiRTAD) & Robotics Competition is an annual impact activity of the Yamoransa Model Labs Program aimed at showcasing its achievements & impact. The event features a series of roundtable discussions, robotics exhibitions & competitions among beneficiaries of the program. It spans three days of fun and exciting activities highlighting the tremendous impact of the program.
The event consists of competitions and roundtable discussions, where various representatives of the program are invited to share their successes and accomplishments as well as their long-term objectives. During the event external stakeholders are invited to share how they are promoting the cause and improving the utilization of STEAM education in Ghana. The event serves as an informative session and provides insight into the various ways to improve STEAM education in Ghana.
This year's event is aimed at preparing everyone for the Yamoransa Model Lab Vision 2025 which will showcase the impact of the program. 1.0 Theme for the event
The Yamoransa Model Labs Program – Investing in the Future
2.0 SDG Focus Areas
Goal 2:
Agriculture
Goal 3:
Good Health & Well-being
Goal 6:
Clean water & Sanitation
Goal 7:
Affordable & Clean Energy
Goal 9:
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
Teams with Pictures
Yamoransa Model Lab 1
Yamoransa, Central Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 2
Gbawe, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 3
Sekyedumase, Ashanti Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 3.1
Akrokeri, Ashanti Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 4
Choggu, Northern Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 4.1
Tamale, Northern Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 5
Kyebi, Eastern Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 6
Peki-Avetile, Volta Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 7
Nkonya, Oti Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 9
Bomaa, Ahafo Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 10
Tuobodom, Bono East Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 11
Juaboso, Western North Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab 12
Nkrankwanta, Bono Region, Ghana
Yamoransa Model Lab
Banjul, Gambia
Facts and Numbers
Competition Structure
Competition Format:
- The competitions are in two stages for the Basic Level; Preliminary & Final Stages.
- It consists of a combination of both EDULab & Makerspace Questions, but split into sections.
- The preliminary stages consist of 3 groups where each group has 4 teams (labs).
- The final stages consist of the winner & first runner ups from the preliminary stages.
- The Ultimate competitions will also be in two stages; Preliminary & Final Stage
- The preliminary stage of the ultimate competition consists of 2 groups where each group has 4 teams.
- The final stage consists of the winner & first runner ups from the preliminary stages.
- The award ceremony awards the winner, first runner up & 2nd runner up from the finals of the basic school competition and secondary school competition.
| Preliminary Group Stages (YM Labs 1 - 12) | ||
| Number of Labs | Rounds | Duration |
| Twelve labs (12): Categorized into 2 Groups (4 Teams/Labs in each group) | Round One (1): Riddles | 1 Hour, 30 minutes |
| Round Two (2): True / False Questions | ||
| Round Three (3): Preamble Questions ( ICT and Computing) | ||
| Round Four (4): Practical Question - Audrino | ||
| Competition Finals (YM Labs 1 - 12) | ||
| Number of Labs | Rounds | Duration |
| Six labs (6):Winner & First Runner Up of each group. | Round One (1): Riddles | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Round Two (2): True / False Questions | ||
| Round Three (3): Preamble Questions ( ICT and Computing) | ||
| Round Three (3): Practical Question - Lego Spike Prime | ||
Schools participating in the one-time competition:
- YM Lab 3.1, Akrokerri, Ashanti Region
- YM Lab The Gambia, St. Joseph's Senior Secondary School
- Achimota Senior High School, Greater Accra Region
- Presbyterian Boys Senior High - Legon, Greater Accra Region
- Aburi Girls Senior High School, Aburi, Eastern Region
- Odorgonno Senior High School, Greater Accra
- Labone Senior High School, Accra, Greater Accra Region
| Preliminary Group Stages (YM Labs 1 - 12) | ||
| Number of Labs | Rounds | Duration |
| Eight Teams (8) Categorised into 2 Groups (4 Teams/Labs in each group) |
Round One (1): Riddles | 1 hour 15 minutes |
| Round Two (2): True / False Questions | ||
| Round Three (3): Preamble Questions ( ICT and Computing) | ||
| Round Four (4): Practical Question - Audrino | ||
| Ultimate Competition | ||
| Number of Labs | Rounds | Duration |
| Eight Teams (8) Four Teams/Labs (4) |
Round One (1): Riddles | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Round Two (2): True / False Questions | ||
| Round Three (3): Preamble Questions ( ICT and Computing) | ||
| Round Four (4): Practical Question - Lego Mindstorm EV3 | ||
Competition Winners
| Basic Level Competition Winners | Secondary Level Competition Winners |
| Winners: Yamoransa Model lab 7, Nkonya Ahenkro, Oti Region
First Runner-up: Yamoransa Model Lab 5, Kyebi, Eastern Region Second Runner-up: Yamoransa Model Lab 2, Gbawe, Greater Accra Region |
Winners: Yamoransa Model Lab Gambia, Banjul
First Runner-up: Labone Senior High School Second Runner-up: Aburi Girls Senior High School |
| Most Innovative Product | |
| Winners: Yamoransa Model Lab 8, Bogoso, Western Region | |
