ShapeCreator Mobile: Practicing Coding at Home in Low-Resource Environments

Access to STEM education is limited in many low-resource areas due to inadequate access to computers, the internet, trained educators, and reliable electricity. However, according to the GSM Association, over 54% of the global population owns a smartphone, presenting an opportunity for mobile-based learning solutions. To address this gap, we developed ShapeCreator Mobile, a learning tool designed to deliver our Algebraic Thinking curriculum to children with limited access to laptops but who own smartphones. This curriculum strengthens foundational math skills through coding, preparing students for high school algebra, a gateway to STEM careers. This approach bridges the digital divide and promotes inclusivity in STEM education in low-resource environments.