Inventor’s League - Prototyping for the Future!
Ages 8–10. Become an inventor of the future! In this course, students will learn about rapid prototyping and problem-solving while conceptualizing and designing a product to address a critical global issue. Each day starts with inspiring profiles of young inventors, like the eleven-year-old who created a robot to locate victims of natural disasters. Students will research a problem in medicine, architecture, the environment, or another topic of their choice. Once their ideas take place, they’ll draft 2D designs, create 3D models, and develop a website to pitch their ideas to the class. Student projects will be showcased on a password-protected Black Rocket website for sharing with friends and family, and students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week.
Ages 11–14. Become an inventor of the future! Learn “rapid prototyping” and problem-solving as you conceptualize and design a product to solve a critical global issue. Each day begins with inspirational profiles of young inventors, such as the eleven-year-old who coded a robot to find victims of natural disasters. Next, research a problem to tackle in medicine, architecture, the environment, or a topic of your choosing. Once your vision is complete, learn how to draft 2D designs, create 3D models, and develop a website to pitch your ideas to the class. Student projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week.