BUILD A NEURON CHALLENGE - PART 1&2
By Braintastic
Download combined file, including:
- Lesson Plan
- Build a Neuron Worksheet
- STM Experiment handout
AVAILABLE TO WHITE HORSE FEDERATION TRUST SCHOOLS ONLY
Part 1: Pre-recorded introduction video. Watch at a time to suit you.
Part 2: Optional hands-on class activity
(Part 3: See Friday session)
Build a Neuron Challenge (watch on-demand & complete optional challenge in class)
This action-packed session introduces students to the wonderful world of neurons- the cells that make up their brains. It challenges them to build their own neuron rube goldberg machine, guiding them through the engineering design process as they imagine, plan, create, test and improve their machines. Then, the whole class connects up their neurons into a giant brain-like network! Complete this challenge with your class at a time to suit you throughout the week.
Artificial Intelligence is one of the most common phrases to be brought up in conversation, but what is it, and where do we use it?
This session introduces Artificial Intelligence, briefly explains its history, what goes behind it, how it compares to other technology and it's use cases in the real world. The session will include many videos demonstrating AI, questions throughout to keep the students engaged and the session will end with a group activity where students can match AI solutions to Real World problems.
Sessions will last approximately 40 minutes
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'Break the Code and reveal the characters
Can you find out who these characters are and what famous saying they are associated with? This exciting intro to the mysterious world of cryptography and code-breaking will cover from Caesar cyphers to One-time Pads and beyond, giving you the opportunity to decrypt codes and become a real-code breaker!
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Students will use a software package called Jupyter Notebook in an introduction to coding in Python.
We will then explore the link between coding and the exciting world of Machine Learning, using algorithms to manipulate a data set.
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With author Colin Stuart, supported by the UK Space Agency
ARE YOU TEACHING THE FIRST MARTIAN?
Today's schoolchildren are the Martian explorers of tomorrow. The first person to walk on the Red Planet is probably already alive and under 18 years old. Are they at your school?
In this awe-inspiring talk, packed full of stunning visuals and the latest scientific thinking, astronomy author Colin Stuart takes you on a journey to Mars.
Based on his latest books, including The Astronaut Selection Test Book with Tim Peake, you'll hear just what it'll take to achieve the most audacious feat of exploration ever attempted. Strap in for the voyage of a lifetime!
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Braintastic! Science - WHFT only, sorry!
AVAILABLE TO WHITE HORSE FEDERATION TRUST SCHOOLS ONLY
Part 1: Pre-recorded introduction video. Watch at a time to suit you.
Part 2: Optional hands-on class activity
(Part 3: See Friday session)
Build a Neuron Challenge (watch on-demand & complete optional challenge in class)
This action-packed session introduces students to the wonderful world of neurons- the cells that make up their brains. It challenges them to build their own neuron rube goldberg machine, guiding them through the engineering design process as they imagine, plan, create, test and improve their machines. Then, the whole class connects up their neurons into a giant brain-like network! Complete this challenge with your class at a time to suit you throughout the week.
By Gastronaut, Supported by Catalent
BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates takes you on an unforgettable, explosive adventure exploring the latest eco-science.
Stefan is renowned for his world-class science and food shows.
This will be a pre-recorded show, made especially for the Festival of Tomorrow, available all week. The show will also include a quiz and worksheet for follow-up use in class.
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With Intel UK
This is an interactive session about how to be safe and protect your personal information online. The internet is a great tool if utilized in the right way and being a part of a global tech company, we are strong advocates of the same. The students will benefit from this session and understand the right way of using social media and using it to promote their career through tools like LinkedIn and learn more about internet safety.
1 class of around 30 students per session
With Intel UK
This is an interactive session about how to be safe and protect your personal information online.
The internet is a great tool if utilized in the right way and being a part of a global tech company, we are strong advocates of the same. The students will benefit from this session and understand the right way of using social media and using it to promote their career through tools like LinkedIn and learn more about internet safety.
1 class of around 30 students per session
With Intel UK
Artificial Intelligence is one of the most common phrases to be brought up in conversation, but what is it, and where do we use it?
This session introduces Artificial Intelligence, briefly explains its history, what goes behind it, how it compares to other technology and it's use cases in the real world. The session will include many videos demonstrating AI, questions throughout to keep the students engaged and the session will end with a group activity where students can match AI solutions to Real World problems.
Sessions will last approximately 40 minutes
Book now
Swindon & Wiltshire Institute of Technology
'Break the Code and reveal the characters
Can you find out who these characters are and what famous saying they are associated with? This exciting intro to the mysterious world of cryptography and code-breaking will cover from Caesar cyphers to One-time Pads and beyond, giving you the opportunity to decrypt codes and become a real-code breaker!
Book now
Swindon & Wiltshire Institute of Technology
Students will use a software package called Jupyter Notebook in an introduction to coding in Python.
We will then explore the link between coding and the exciting world of Machine Learning, using algorithms to manipulate a data set.
Book now
With Intel UK
This event is now fully booked!
Swindon & Wiltshire Institute of Technology
This exciting session will introduce students to the professional ESports industry, exploring the teams, players and competitions that captivate millions of viewers around the world. ESports lecturers will discuss the games students and teams play, identifying the big names in ESports. We'll explore the wide variety of roles in the ESports industry, and the skills and characteristics that will take you to the top of the leaderboard; whether you're interested in live events, streaming, coaching or being the star player!
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With Dr Cat Tennick, University of Central Lancashire
The incredible world of the superhero intrigues and excites people the world over; TV, books, film franchises and comics all document the amazing adventures of shape shifters, web slingers, super strength, incredible speed… and more!
Join Dr. Cat Tennick as she talks about amazing abilities of the human body and whether we can have superhuman abilities!
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WITH DAVE POLLARD, FROM SPACEPORT CORNWALL
In 2023 Spaceport Cornwall becomes the home of the first ever satellite and rocket launch into space from the UK.
The UK Space sector is growing quickly and this presentation will highlight some of the opportunities within the sector and look at the positive developments taking place in the South West.
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Braintastic! Science - WHFT only, sorry!
AVAILABLE TO WHITE HORSE FEDERATION TRUST SCHOOLS ONLY
Can you trust your memories? Maybe not!
In this interactive science show students learn how memories stored in the brain can play tricks on you, through a series of memory games and quizzes. We’ll also share top memory tips and explore psychology and neuroscience research that can help boost your learning and revision skills. Plus, after the show, there will be time to ask our brain expert any questions you might have about your incredible brain!
This will build on the Build a Neuron Challenge activity, as we look at how the structure of and connections between neurons change as you learn new things. But it will still work for anyone who hasn’t done the optional activity.
ExplorerDome, supported by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (UKRI)
This event is now fully booked!
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