Workshops
Foundations Workshop (Series)
Both HelloExplorer (our unplugged offering) and HelloMaker have a Foundations level delivered as part of a series. At this level the focus is on exploring the origins of modern tech. Sense making through experimenting and trying lots of different things. We are all explorers here.
HelloExplorer
For 7+yo who have shown interest in digital technology and or you want them to have an unplugged intro to this space
Without touching a computer, or talking about code, we'll unpack the origins of modern tech. Origin stories & handcrafts will be used to lay the ground work for a deep understanding of the complex technological world we live in today.
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HelloMaker
For young people who possibly have some prior knowledge in digital technology or with expressed interest / an established DIY/Maker attitude.
Technology timelines, inventions & ideas will be explored to make sense of where we are with digital tech today. Overtime we’ll introduce the tools, skill sets, concepts & mindsets needed to navigate and thrive in a digital world as a Maker...
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The Maker level is the core part of the program. At this stage the expectation would be that young people have acquired foundational knowledge (either with us or elsewhere in their lives) and they are ready to tinker more intentionally and begin to acquire Skills in specific areas that interest them and the Knowledge to operate with accountability (to themselves & others) in these spaces. Based on demand, the type of workshops I'd start to run at this level would cover things like:
- Multimedia & Visual Design
- Robotics, Programming & Code
- Web Development
- Design Thinking
- Thinking in Systems
- Our digital footprint
- Staying safe online
- Addiction & distraction
- Technology & impact
Knowwhy Workshop (Series)
The Changer level is the advanced level of the program and it will focus on developing Critical Thinking & Agency. Now that we know some of our history and the origin of technical things in our life, the Changer level intends to build upon acquired technical skills and match them up with deep thought on our roles and responsibilities in relation to how technology is used in our lives now and what roles it has in our future.
HelloChanger
For young people moving into their teenage years who have an interest in digital technology and how it impacts their world
Using current events and our lived experiences (and those of others) we'll use a series of questions to explore the often unexplored aspects of digital technology in our lives. We'll zero-in on the critical thinking skills needed to navigate and thrive in a digital world.
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HelloParent
For parents who may be grappling with the role of technology in your own lives and looking for ways to guide and support your children to navigate this space
Not every young person and family will use, value or understand digital technologies in the same way and thats ok. Adult relationships with digital technology can depend on a range of factors like age and access but it also depends on views formed around technology use through our lived experience and worldview. This is important because our relationships with technology shape those of the young people in our lives.
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