About Rimah Babiker

STEM Educator | Advocate for Inclusive Teaching | Founder of NeuroWise

Rimah Babiker is a dedicated Computing and ICT teacher with a passion for inclusive, student-centred education. With experience in UK curriculum schools and a strong interest in neurodiversity, she blends tech skills with empathy to create safe, empowering learning environments.

She is the founder of NeuroWise, an initiative focused on breaking stigma around neurodivergence, fostering equity in classrooms, and raising awareness about the unseen challenges students — and educators — often face. Her work is grounded in the belief that education should be restorative, humanising, and accessible to all.

Rimah uses her platform to speak openly about growth, resilience, and the importance of systemic reform in education. She believes every student — and every teacher — deserves the chance to thrive without shame, and with support.

🧑‍💻 What Is Pair Programming?

Pair programming is a collaborative coding technique where two programmers work together at one computer. One takes the role of the “driver”, who types and writes the code, while the other is the “navigator”, who reviews each line, thinks strategically, and offers suggestions. The two frequently switch roles to maintain balance and learning.

🤝 Why Use Pair Programming?

Pair programming is more than just working together — it’s about thinking together. This technique builds stronger code, deeper understanding, and human connection.

Here’s why it’s valuable:

• 🔄 Reinforces Learning: Learners retain concepts more deeply when they verbalize their logic and receive real-time feedback.
• 👩‍🏫 Supports Inclusion: Pairing students of different abilities can build confidence and promote peer teaching.
• 💡 Improves Code Quality: Two minds spot errors faster and generate more creative solutions.
• 🧠 Develops Soft Skills: Communication, patience, empathy, and teamwork all improve naturally.

🔧 Common Pair Programming Styles

There are several ways to implement pair programming, including:

1. Driver–Navigator (traditional format)
2. Ping-Pong (alternating roles after test-writing and implementation)
3. Tour Guide (more experienced peer mentors the other)
4. Backseat Navigator (navigator prompts without touching the keyboard)