Summary
Spark Your Interest in AI:
Interactive workshops that introduce young minds to the fascinating world of AI. Through hands-on activities and engaging discussions, students explore the possibilities of AI and its impact on various fields. (Workshop duration: Half-day or full-day options)
Future-Proof Your Skills:
Equip yourselves with a fundamental understanding of AI that will be increasingly valuable in the job market of tomorrow. This program introduces core concepts like machine learning and its applications, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. (Workshop duration: Half-day or full-day options)
Equipping Future AI Minds: Courses and Experiences for Secondary School Pupils
At AI Leaps, we understand the importance of fostering early interest and igniting a passion for AI in young minds. Here are some engaging courses, workshops, and work experience opportunities designed to prepare secondary school pupils for their future studies in AI at the university level:
Courses:
Introduction to AI for Teens:
This interactive online course provides a foundational understanding of AI concepts. Through age-appropriate explanations, animations, and quizzes, students explore the different types of AI, their applications, and the ethical considerations involved.
Workshops:
AI in Action: Coding Adventures (Half-day):
This hands-on workshop introduces core coding concepts using beginner-friendly platforms like Scratch or Blockly. Students will design simple AI-powered programs like games or simulations, fostering problem-solving skills and logical thinking.
Demystifying Machine Learning (Full-day):
This workshop delves into the fascinating world of machine learning. Students will learn about basic algorithms through interactive activities and simulations, understanding how machines can “learn” without explicit programming.
AI for Good: Exploring Social Impact (Half-day): This workshop explores the positive applications of AI in solving real-world challenges. Students will engage in discussions and brainstorm ideas for how AI can be used to address issues like climate change or healthcare access.
Work Experience:
Data Detective Challenge (Project):
This project-based experience allows students to work in teams on a simulated data analysis task. They will learn basic data cleaning techniques, explore data visualization tools, and understand the importance of data quality for AI applications.
AI Assistant Design Competition (Project):
Working with mentors, students will design a simple AI assistant for a specific task (e.g., scheduling, research assistant). This project encourages creativity, collaboration, and application of their AI knowledge.
AI Leaps: Spark Your Curiosity in AI (Secondary School Program)
This engaging program is designed to introduce secondary school pupils to the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and ignite their passion for technology. Through interactive activities, hands-on projects, and age-appropriate learning, they will explore the potential of AI while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Why Choose AI Leaps?
- Fun and Interactive Learning: Discover AI through engaging games, simulations, and hands-on activities.
- Develop Future-Ready Skills: Learn coding basics, data analysis, and critical thinking skills valuable in any field.
- Explore Real-World Applications: Understand how AI is used in everyday life and its impact on different industries.
- Prepare for the Future: Build a strong foundation for further AI exploration and potential future careers.
Your AI Adventure:
Module 1: Introduction to AI (1 week)
- What is AI? Demystify AI with interactive games and animations. Students will explore different types of AI, like robots and virtual assistants, and understand how they interact with the world.
- AI in Action: Coding for Kids: Introduce basic coding concepts using beginner-friendly platforms like Scratch or Blockly. Pupils will design simple AI-powered programs like games or simulations, fostering logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Module 2: Unveiling Machine Learning (2 weeks)
- Machines that Learn? Dive into the fascinating world of Machine Learning. Students will learn about training data and algorithms through engaging activities, understanding how machines can “learn” without explicit programming.
- Data Detectives: Work in teams on a simulated data analysis task. Pupils will learn basic data cleaning techniques, explore data visualization tools like charts, and understand the importance of data quality for AI applications.
Module 3: AI for Good (1 week)
- AI Superheroes: Explore the positive applications of AI in solving real-world challenges. Students will discuss and brainstorm ideas on how AI can be used to address issues like climate change, healthcare, or education.
- Guest Speaker Session: Meet an AI professional! An AI engineer or researcher will share their career journey and inspire students with real-world examples of impactful AI projects.
Module 4: The Future of AI (1 week)
- Ethical AI: Discuss the ethical considerations surrounding AI development. Pupils will explore topics like bias in algorithms and the importance of responsible AI use.
- AI Career Exploration: Discover the diverse career paths possible within the field of AI. Students will learn about different roles and skills needed for a future career in AI.
Bonus Challenge (Optional):
- Design an AI Assistant: Work in teams to design a simple AI assistant for a specific task (e.g., scheduling, research helper). This project encourages creativity, collaboration, and application of their AI knowledge.
Program Wrap-Up:
- Showcase & Celebration: Students will present their projects and share their learning experience with classmates, parents, and teachers.
- Certificate of Completion: Celebrate achievements with a fun ceremony and award participants with a certificate of completion.
Additional Notes:
- The program can be offered as a summer camp, after-school club, or integrated into existing science or technology curriculums depending on school schedules.
- AI Leaps provides engaging online resources like tutorials, games, or simulations to allow students to explore AI concepts further independently.
- All content and activities are age-appropriate and tailored to the understanding level of secondary school pupils.
AI Leaps: Spark Your Curiosity in AI (Secondary School Program) – Pricing Structure
Spark a passion for AI in your students with engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences!
AI Leaps offers a flexible program designed to introduce secondary school pupils to the fascinating world of AI. Choose the option that best suits your school’s needs and budget:
Program Options:
- Half-Day Program (1-2 Modules): Ideal for classroom integration or after-school clubs.
- Focus: Introduces core AI concepts and basic coding fundamentals.
- Activities: Interactive games, simulations, coding challenges.
- Full-Day Program (All Modules): Provides a deeper exploration of AI with hands-on projects.
- Focus: Expands on core concepts, introduces machine learning, and explores real-world applications.
- Activities: Interactive presentations, discussions, collaborative data analysis tasks.
- Week-Long Program (All Modules + Bonus Challenge): Offers a comprehensive and immersive experience.
- Focus: Provides in-depth learning with hands-on projects and challenges.
- Activities: All elements from previous options, plus an additional project exploring AI assistant design.
Pricing:
Individual Student Enrollment: (Open to individual students; ideal for summer camps or independent enrollment)
- Half-Day Program: $35 – $45 per student
- Full-Day Program: $60 – $70 per student
- Week-Long Program: $125 – $150 per student
School Group Enrollment: (Discounted rates for schools enrolling multiple students)
- Half-Day Program: $30 – $40 per student (Minimum 10 students)
- Full-Day Program: $55 – $65 per student (Minimum 10 students)
- Week-Long Program: $110 – $140 per student (Minimum 10 students)
Additional Options:
- Teacher Training Session: $150 – $200 per school (Optional; covers program delivery and AI concepts for teachers)
- Financial Aid: A limited number of scholarships are available for schools facing financial limitations (Please inquire for eligibility)