In a world where digital skills are becoming essential, education must keep pace with technology. According to data published by the European Commission, up to 90% of future jobs will require basic digital skills, yet only around 54% of citizens currently possess them. At the same time, European strategies emphasize the need to integrate technology into education in order to better prepare students for the future.
Through initiatives such as the smart lab program, MSP actively contributes to reducing this gap by providing students with access to modern technologies in an authentic, interactive way tailored to their curiosity. These laboratories are specially equipped to transform learning into a hands-on experience, where theory is immediately put into practice.
A different kind of lesson during green week
Today, students from secondary school no. 197 took part in a special educational activity organized as part of the “green week” program, held at the smart lab Măgurele.
The activity gave them the opportunity to learn in a different way—through exploration, experimentation, and direct interaction with technology. In an educational context focused on sustainability, students discovered how innovation can contribute to environmental protection and the development of smart solutions for the future.
From digital modeling to real objects
Students went through the entire process of creating a 3D object, understanding each stage—from concept and digital modeling to final printing.
One of the most engaging moments was discovering how 3D-printed beehives can be created to better protect bees. This practical application showed students how technology can have a real impact on the environment.
Hands-on experience with the MSP team
The activity included a 3D modeling and printing demonstration led by Laurențiu Dinu, who explained how the equipment works and how digital ideas can be transformed into real objects.
The students’ favorite part was when each of them created their own personalized keychain, which they printed and took home as a souvenir. This practical exercise gave them not only the satisfaction of creating something themselves but also a deeper understanding of the technological process.
Learning through experience
Through direct involvement, students were able to better understand concepts that would otherwise remain purely theoretical. The activity stimulated creativity, logical thinking, and interest in STEM fields.
Such experiences help develop essential future skills, including problem-solving, adaptability, and the ability to use technology responsibly and innovatively.
The technology of the future
As technology continues to evolve, education will become increasingly interactive, personalized, and practice-oriented. Digital laboratories, 3D printing, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality will transform the way students learn, making the educational process more engaging and effective.
Experiences like the one at Smart Lab Măgurele represent concrete steps toward this future—one in which education and technology work together to shape the next generations.
