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"AI Product Management for Young Innovators" is a unique, one-week course designed to introduce middle and high school students to the fundamentals of product management with an added focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a tool. This course aims to inspire young minds to think like AI product managers, transforming their curiosity and creativity into actionable, responsible ideas. By the end of the week, students will understand the core stages of the product development process, the basics of AI technologies like generative AI, and how to turn them into potential business partnerships.    

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iCode Web Developer: Website Coding & Design: Web development, also known as website development, refers to the tasks associated with creating, building, and maintaining websites and web applications. During this modules students are introduced to the fundamental concepts of web development associated with HTML and CSS.

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Mock Trial (Middle School): Are you interested in debate, and want to experience what happens in a courtroom first hand? Do you think you have a future in law? Mock Trial is a simulation of a courtroom trial with, judge jury, prosecution and defense! This interactive course is designed to introduce middle age students to the concepts of legal reasoning and argument in a fun and engaging platform.

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MODEL UN: This course is an immersive experience in international diplomacy, designed to replicate the functions of the United Nations. Students will assume the roles of delegates representing different countries and engage in simulated diplomatic negotiations, debates, and discussions. The course aims to develop a deep understanding of global issues, enhance research and public speaking skills, and foster the ability to collaborate on complex international challenges.

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PYTHON POWER: CODING FOR YOUNG INNOVATORS- Are you ready to unlock the potential of coding and enhance your problem-solving skills? This hands-on, beginner-friendly course introduces middle school students to the world of Python programming through interactive learning and real-world problem-solving activities. Designed to captivate curious young minds, Python Programming for Young Innovators encourages students to explore how coding can empower them to solve exciting challenges. 

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Sports Broadcasting:  "Boo-yah!" "Let's get readyyyyyy to rumbllllllle!"  "He could go all the way!"  "GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!" "Juuuust a bit outside."

We have all heard these famous lines from broadcasters. One day, this could be you commenting on a sports event!Students will learn the basics of broadcasting sporting events by speaking and learning from leaders in the industry. Students will explore all the ins-and-outs of sports broadcasting and all the different equipment and positions that are used. They will learn about working in the production truck, camera operations, graphics engines and how to make highlight packages, among other tasks.

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Sustainable Design and Engineering: How To Build And Race A Kinetic Sculpture:  How do a group of students design, build and race a bicycle powered work of art that can float, go through sand and mud, and survive 15 miles of Baltimore roads? It all starts with the plan and a great design. This workshop will engage creative students in building the model prototype and challenge them to work as a group to propose the kinetic sculpture design for UMBC students to build during the Fall 2022 semester. The UMBC Kinetic Sculpture Team led by professor Steve McAlpine, has won a grand prize and two design awards over the past five years, participating in races in Baltimore, Maryland and Lowell, Massachusetts. Students will be invited on the final day to inspect and test drive both UMBC kinetic sculptures, as well as, to share, test and race the models they have built.

“…it was fun and cool to build kinetic sculptures” - SEA Student 2024

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The Japanese Cultural Experience: What comes to your mind when you hear Japanese culture? Origami? Tea ceremony? Kendo? Anime? Manga? J-pop? Whatever comes to your mind, you are in the right place! Japanese culture is mixed with long lasting traditions and new concepts. This course introduces students to both traditional culture and pop-culture in one week. We plan to cover the topics that include origami, calligraphy, sports, manga, anime, games and pop music. We will also welcome Japanese high school students to discuss and share our thoughts on both Japanese and American cultures. Classes are structured to consist of lectures and hands-on activities for each topic. Bring your curiosity and experience something completely different from your routine!

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