EdTech-tacular Carnival!

Outline

Booths and Activities:

Coding Clown Tent: Learn coding with Scratch to create animations or games. We will also incorporate unplugged coding and other coding experiences.

VR Ferris Wheel and AR Funhouse Mirrors: Explore history via VR headsets. We will share educational AR apps to explore various subjects creatively.

Robotics Ring Toss: Program robots for a ring toss game and teach about algorithms, sequencing, looping, and other coding activites.

Digital Face Painting: Attendees will use devices for digital art and self-portraits.

E-Story Carnival Carousel: Craft digital stories using storytelling apps.

3D Printing Pavilion: Learn the basics of 3D modeling.
Print simple objects and discuss classroom applications.

Radio Ringmaster: Experiment with music creation software. Compose and mix original tracks using digital tools.

Explore podcasting equipment and software. Record and edit a mini-podcast episode.

Melody Makers' Tent: Experiment with music creation software. Compose and mix original tracks using digital tools.

Math Magic Show:
Compete in math challenges with dynamic digital displays. Use gamified math apps to reinforce mathematics and logic.

Decorations and Atmosphere:
Use colorful banners and digital displays.
Play carnival music to enhance the mood.
Offer prize tokens/tickets for participation and learning.

Supporting research

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