Exploring Artificial Intelligence Through Interactive Challenges

AI is more than just a buzzword—it is a part of our everyday lives. From voice assistants like Siri to personalised recommendations on YouTube and Spotify, AI is transforming how we live and interact with the world. In this workshop, students will first explore the foundational principles of AI through real-world examples and thoughtfully designed interactive games. The workshop will then culminate in a challenge where students apply their creativity and logic to design an AI assistant that tackles an everyday task.

• Duration: 2 hours
• Recommended Age: 9 - 14 years old
• Instructor-Child Ratio: 1:15
• Workshop Fee: $30 per participant
• All materials provided for children

Key Learning Objectives
AI Knowledge & Concepts:

• AI Definition: Gain a foundational understanding of AI and identify how it is integrated into everyday technologies
• AI Applications: Explore the present capabilities of AI, while imagining future possibilities for AI-driven technology in daily life
• AI Personality & Interaction: Understand how AI systems can be designed to interact with users in ways that influence their experience, including natural language processing and decision-making patterns
• AI vs. Algorithm: Learn to distinguish between simple rule-based algorithms and more adaptive AI solutions, understanding when each is appropriate for specific tasks
• Real-World AI Applications: Understand the key components involved in building an AI assistant by solving real world problems
• AI Ethics: Reflect on the ethical implications of AI technologies, such as fairness, privacy and the role of human responsibility in decision-making.

Essential Skills Development:

• Strategic Ideation: Imagining relevant and novel AI applications and personalities that balance creativity with real-world purpose and constraints
• Systems Thinking: Understanding how different components of an AI assistant work together to form a functional system
• Design Thinking: Applying user-first thinking to develop AI assistants that are intuitive and effective
• Collaborative Innovation: Working as a team to brainstorm, refine and communicate ideas, drawing on diverse perspectives to improve outcomes

Exclusive Take-Home Parent Guide
A unique feature of our programmes is the focus on extending learning beyond the workshop through meaningful parent-child engagement. Parents receive an exclusive guide with engaging discussion starters and suggested activities to reinforce key concepts and support continued learning at home.