InnovateEdTech: Imagine Transformative Learning Solutions
InnovateEdTech is an intensive hackathon aimed at disrupting the educational landscape through technology. Participants will form interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm and develop prototypes that offer innovative solutions to current challenges in education. The event will feature:
- Mentorship: Receive guidance from experienced professionals in education and tech industries throughout the day.
- Collaboration Spaces: Use designated areas for team discussions and project development.
- Pitch Sessions: Present your solutions to a panel of judges and receive valuable feedback.
Key focus areas include (but are not limited to):
- Personalised and adaptive learning experiences
- Gamification in education
- Serious games in education
- Accessibility and inclusive education
- Virtual and augmented reality applications
- Collaborative online learning platforms
At the conclusion of the hackathon, teams will showcase their projects, with awards for categories like Most Innovative Solution, Best Educational Impact, and Audience Choice.
The address for this onsite hackathon is: Fablab Unitrento - DISI - Via Sommarive , 9
InnovateEdTech will start at 9.30
Lunch and Refreshments will be offered in the form of Pizza and Soft Drinks during the day.
Questions?
daniele.agostini@unitn.it
Who can join?
Specific conditions to apply
- Minimum Age: Participants must be at least 18 years old.
- Background: Open to individuals with a passion for education and technology; all skill levels are welcome.
- Registration: Participants must register individually; team formation will occur on-site.
13 - 13 NOV 2024
Register by 13 NOVOnsite
Italy - Italy
The Learning Experience
Challenge and goals
- Foster Innovation: Encourage the creation of cutting-edge educational technologies that address pressing educational needs.
- Enhance Collaboration: Bring together a diverse group of participants to foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Skill Development: Provide a platform for participants to enhance their technical, creative, and problem-solving skills within a condensed timeframe.
- Real-world Impact: Generate viable solutions that can be implemented in educational settings to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
- Community Building: Build a network of passionate individuals committed to advancing education through technology.
Expectations and requirements for the solutions and participants
- Team Formation: Teams of up to 5 members; participants can join as individuals and form teams on-site.
- Original Work: All projects must be original and developed during the hackathon period.
- Participation: Active participation in all hackathon activities, including presentations.
- Submission: Final prototypes must be submitted by the deadline for judging.
- Code of Conduct: Adherence to a respectful and inclusive environment is mandatory.
Available Support
- Expert Mentors: Access to mentors specialising in education, technology, and entrepreneurship.
- Technical Resources: Availability of tools and internet access required for development (no computer provided).
- Food and Refreshments: Meals and snacks will be provided to keep participants energised.
- Recognition: Awards for top projects, including potential opportunities for further development and implementation.
Download Material
Following a list of useful materials. Once you completed your solution for the challenge, you should send it to the following link: https://digieduhack.com/host/submit-solution?relatedChallenge=76907