By Karen Abrams
The recent results deriving from the NGSA examinations in the disciplines of Mathematics and Science over several years raises important questions that should be answered about the state of our preparedness to adequately respond to the human resource requirements of the twenty first century. As these disciplines (Mathematics and Science) become increasingly relevant to the growth and development of Guyana in the period ahead we could find itself becoming increasingly dependent on looking elsewhere for skills that have a foundation in these disciplines.
Going forward, what Guyana needs, is a cadre of innovators who are equipped to serve as the lead innovators in the shaping of the key industries that will serve as the ‘engine of growth’ for the country’s economy and its development as a whole. Effective innovation cannot occur in the absence of a significantly enhanced proficiency in Mathematics and Science. These disciplines, incidentally, cannot only be effectively absorbed in an environment where the potential recipients are grounded in literacy.
