Rules and guidelines
Design a model that shows a solution or vision for one of the six key issues.
- The challenge runs over term two and three.
- There will be an exhibition at the end of the challenge. 3-4th September at the Otago Polytechnic Student Hub.
- There is one entry per CLASS.
- There will be a section for physical models and a separate section for digital models.
- If displays use a device (iPad, Laptop, Computer etc) it must be incorporated into the base area, it cannot sit alongside.
- The challenge is open to all year groups and is not a competition.
Physical Model Section
- Can be created out of physical materials such as paper, cardboard or wood.
- All physical displays must have a base area no larger than 80cm wide x60cm length.
- Can include microcontrollers such as MicroBit, Picaxe and MakeyMakey.
- Can include a device for display/control purposes.
- Can contain written information and graphics (Photos, diagrams etc) as part of the display.
Digital Model Section
- Must be a digital outcome only, cannot contain physical pieces.
- Suggested tools include CoSpacesEdu, Minecraft, Metaverse, Scratch, iMovie, Powerpoint, Google Slides etc.
- Presented in a poster format A2 size for exhibition and PDF version for website.
- Must include instructions for viewing the model.
- Must be able to be viewed from the viewer's own device. Use links or preferably QR codes.
- Can contain written information and graphics (Photos, diagrams etc) as part of the display.
Project Timeline
In order to get the most from this project, classes should be looking at a minimum of 10 weeks to complete the project. The project is live over both terms 2 and 3, so there is plenty of time to get stuck in.
Week 1: Identify your Dunedin 2040 issue(s) to explore and craft a driving question.
Week 2-4: Start your observation and finding out stages. Explore the issue through research and experts.
Week 5-6: Build your prototypes for your concept.
Week 7: Gain feedback on your prototypes (peers, teachers, school community, outside experts)and adjust as needed.
Week 8-9: Prepare final presentation.
Week 10: Present to your school community and choose an exhibit for September exhibition.