2 Day Program Information
Introducing Our Innovative Two-Day AI Camp for High School Students
For the past eight years, we’ve been inspiring young minds through our popular holiday and after-school CodeCamp programs, teaching school children how to code games, applications, websites, and robotics. Now, we’re excited to elevate this experience with our new AI Camp, designed specifically for school students eager to make a real-world impact.
What is the AI Camp?
Our AI Camp is a dynamic two-day program running from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day. It’s an immersive experience where students collaborate with cutting-edge AI technology to solve real-world problems in their communities or schools.
Key Features of the Program:
•Collaborate with AI Experts: Students will work alongside university computer science students who have helped develop our AI platform, Flow21. These mentors provide guidance and support throughout the camp.
• Meet AI Elon Musk in FlowSpace: Using Flow21, students will interact with an AI version of Elon Musk in a virtual environment called FlowSpace. This engaging experience helps students brainstorm and refine their ideas with input from one of the most innovative minds—virtually!
• Break Down Level Up (BDLU) Learning Method: We introduce a revolutionary learning approach where students deconstruct AI-generated code and rebuild it themselves. This hands-on method deepens their understanding of coding and AI principles.
• Real-World Problem Solving: Students identify a problem in their community or school and work collaboratively to design a practical solution. Whether it’s an app to monitor sports equipment or a tool to address environmental concerns, the possibilities are endless.
• AI-Assisted Prototyping: Using AI tools like Claude.ai and ChatGPT, students generate prototypes of their solutions. They then receive personalised, step-by-step lesson plans to help them understand and rebuild the code, enhancing their learning experience.
• Creative Collaboration: Team members also engage in creating logos, images, and promotional content to package their prototypes professionally, fostering creativity and teamwork.
• Final Presentations: On the second day at 3:00 pm, teams present their projects, showcasing their innovative solutions and the skills they’ve acquired.
Why Choose Our AI Camp?
• Educational Excellence: Our program is built on years of experience in coding education, now expanded to include the exciting field of artificial intelligence.
• University Partnership: Hosted at prestigious universities, the camp provides a glimpse into higher education and potential future pathways in STEM fields.
• Skill Development: Students enhance not only their technical skills but also critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity.
• No Downloads Required: All activities are conducted through the browser using platforms like Repl.it, ChatGPT, Claude.ai, and Flow21, ensuring a seamless and accessible experience.
Who Can Join?
The AI Camp is open to middle school students 10 , who are eager to explore AI and its applications in solving real-world problems. No prior coding experience is required—just a passion for learning and innovation.
Join Us for an Unforgettable Experience
Empower your child to become a problem-solver and innovator in the rapidly evolving world of AI. Enroll them in our AI Camp and watch them break down challenges and level up their skills!
Date: Monday 06/01/25 - Tuesday 07/01/25
Time: 8:30 - 4:30pm
Venue Address: Puaka-James Hight, Ilam, Christchurch, 8041
Room: To be sent via email weekend before
NB: Check-in starts from 8.30am at the earliest. Please do not drop your child before this as we are not able to provide supervision. Main programme finishes at 4pm, with pick-up expected no later than 4.30pm as charges may apply.
General Information
CodeCamp starts at 9am and ends at 4pm.
Remember to bring your lunch. Please help us create a nut-free environment. We want to avoid any possible allergies.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Remember your sun cream.
SUPER IMPORTANT: Students must have access to an email account at all times. You will need a Google Account for Gmail. If you are under the age of 13 we suggest setting up a family account, you can allow your children access to this account while on camp and then you may change the password after if you wish.
Please don't forget your Username & Password for Gmail. Students can use their School Gmail accounts but must be able to access the emails.
Please make sure to write down your login details if you have existing accounts with Scratch, Tynker, Gmail etc. and put them somewhere safe and bring them with you.
Important Notice
Please remember to bring your laptop. You don't need anything special or high spec, just something with WiFi. iPads and tablets can be used, but we do suggest a laptop as best.
If you are unsure on some of the details shown below like what device to bring etc, please also see our FAQS here akotech.nz/OurPrograms#faqs
For other questions, feel free to email us at christchurch@akotech.nz. Please note we do get overwhelmed with emails and will endeavor to reply to yours, but you will generally be able to find the answer on the FAQ section above.
And lastly...
Don’t forget your imagination and creativity!
For other questions, please check our FAQs at the bottom of the page here https://akotech.nz/OurPrograms. or feel free to email us at admin@akotech.nz. Parents are most welcome to drop in 15-20 minutes before the end of each day to see the awesome things we are getting up to!
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