Module Description:

          Global Lighthouse Studios highlights the importance of looking at our past as a window to our future.  This flagship program, "Ancient Cities of the Future" will delve into the theme of Sustainable Cities. Throughout the semester, participants will explore a range of topics, including transport systems, urban planning, water management, sanitation, waste disposal, pollution mitigation, disaster risk reduction, education, and sustainable agriculture. Beginning with Maslow's hierarchy of needs as a foundational framework, students will examine the patterns and systems inherent in ancient societies, identifying their resonance in modern urban settings and envisioning their implications for future cities. By exploring these connections and experiences, students will develop a deeper understanding and empathy for both historical and contemporary populations facing similar challenges.  Together, let's inspire our students to think critically about the future and become proactive agents of change.

Course Content:

Students will connect with an SDGs they care about, drawing parallels between contemporary challenges and those faced by ancient civilizations. Through research and interviews, they'll explore how issues like poverty and hunger persist across time. Seeking input from experts, students will gain deeper insights into historical patterns and migration. By examining the interconnectedness of the SDGs, geography, climate, and culture, students will develop empathy for past and present societies  Next, students will synthesize their findings to create a model civilization addressing one or more SDGs. They'll showcase their civilization in a museum-style exhibition, including details such as location, economic system, agriculture, and building materials. Emphasizing continuity with the past, students will integrate ancient civilization pillars into their futuristic designs, bridging historical and contemporary perspectives.

• Architectural Models

• Eco-Friendly City Models

• Transportation System Models

• Ecosystem Models

• Urban Farming Models

• Climate Change Impact Models