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Challenge 2 - The Next Big Idea: Design the Learning Space of the Future

July 2009

From 14 - 17 July students from years 5 - 12 will be asked to 'Design the Learning Space of the Future' that exemplifies their beliefs around creativity and global education.

Launched at the Queensland Academy for Creative Industries at Kelvin Grove, participating students will use technology to interact, design, collaborate and present their vision to a panel of industry professionals. Students from all schools from the middle to senior years are encouraged to participate in person or online through the Learning Place, in this interactive, future driven, design-focussed Challenge.

The Next Big idea focuses on Design Thinking and will encourage truly inspiring visions of tomorrow's learning communities. Participating students will be required to:

Work in a multi-disciplinary team and develop their concepts to a brief
Research and develop leading models
Pitch their idea to a panel of industry leaders

What is the Challenge?

In the not too distant future - our schools will be very different. We will have to use more sustainable materials in our classrooms and outdoor areas, develop new solutions to our energy challenges and find new ways to integrate technology.

What solutions can your students develop, design and pitch to leaders in the field, including Queensland's Innovator in Residence, Professor Carlo Ratti?

How do you participate?

Consider the discussion points or Instigation points in the Challenge Overview. (new window) 93k
Complete the registration (new window) 992k details attached.
Respond to resources provided on registration.
Submit a 3 minute (or equivalent presentation) by July 16. This could be via powerpoint, podcast, PDF or similar.
Download and print Publication Permission (new window) 226k form. Send to Kathy Mackay at QACI 61 Musk Avenue Kelvin Grove 4059 or email to kmack25@eq.edu.au

The challenge will culminate with an industry pitch 17 July to Professor Carlo Ratti, Dan Tobin from Urban Arts Project, and Timothy Hill from Donovan Hill.

Please click here to register. (new window) 992k