The government’s selective rollout, targeting only schools with adequate technological infrastructure, may open up significant market opportunities in the education technology sector.
Primary and Secondary Education Minister Abdul Mu’ti yesterday announced the possible introduction of AI and coding as elective courses for young students. The initiative, aimed at achieving a highly tech-adept workforce by 2045, has gained high-level support from Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, who emphasized the country’s growing need for AI and machine learning talent.
But the minister immediately acknowledged a crucial challenge: many schools in the country lack the necessary IT equipment and internet connectivity.
This infrastructure gap creates immediate opportunities for entrepreneurs to develop innovative, accessible learning solutions.
For entrepreneurs eyeing this emerging market, the focus should be on developing scalable solutions that address current limitations. Successful ventures might include creating offline-capable learning platforms, designing cost-effective IT infrastructure packages, or offering comprehensive teacher training programs. The key is to ensure solutions are adaptable to schools with varying resource levels.
As Indonesia works to bridge the technological divide in education, first-movers who understand local needs and can deliver practical, scalable solutions will likely emerge as key players in shaping the country’s educational future.
