The world has some big problems, but have you ever wondered what you can do to help? Everyone faces challenges, but we can tackle them one step at a time. Our generation has the power to make the world a better place—more prosperous, fair, and sustainable.
One way we can make a difference is by designing apps that solve problems in our communities. By learning computer science and programming robots, we can create technology that drives positive change. For example, we can use technology to clean our oceans and create new jobs.
Imagine developing an app that helps rural areas get the funding they need or one that helps busy people diagnose diseases more easily. This could lead to personalized medicine, where treatments are tailored just for you!
It’s not about how big or small you are; it’s about your potential to make a difference. You have the power to make change happen. You can be a change-maker, someone who uses their skills and creativity to improve the world.
As you learn more about technology and computer science, think about the problems you want to solve. What issues are important to you? How can you use your skills to help others? Remember, every big change starts with a small step.
So, let’s get started on this journey of making the world a better place, one step at a time. You have the potential to change the world!
Imagine an issue in your community that you would like to solve. Design a simple app prototype on paper that addresses this problem. Think about the features your app would have and how it would help people. Share your ideas with the class and discuss how technology can be used for good.
Work in groups to brainstorm how robots could be used to clean up the environment, such as oceans or parks. Create a poster that illustrates your robot design and explains how it would work. Present your ideas to the class and discuss the impact of robotics on environmental conservation.
In pairs, role-play a scenario where one of you is a doctor using an app to diagnose and create a personalized treatment plan for a patient. Discuss how technology can improve healthcare and make it more accessible. Reflect on how this could change lives and share your thoughts with the class.
Create a storyboard that tells the story of a change-maker who uses technology to solve a problem. Use drawings and captions to show the steps they take and the impact they have. Share your storyboard with the class and discuss the qualities that make someone a change-maker.
Start a journal where you reflect on the problems you care about and how you might use technology to address them. Write about the skills you want to learn and the changes you hope to make. Share your reflections with a partner and discuss how you can support each other in becoming change-makers.
Here’s a sanitized version of the provided YouTube transcript:
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[Music] The world has some big problems, but I’m here to ask: what can I do? Everyone has challenges, but we can address them one step at a time. Our generation can help make the world more prosperous, equitable, and sustainable.
I’m designing apps that solve local problems. I’m programming robots and learning computer science to drive change. With technology, we can tackle issues like cleaning our oceans and creating jobs. We can develop apps to streamline funding for rural areas and assist busy people in diagnosing diseases, leading to personalized medicine.
So, don’t focus on my size; focus on my potential. I can make change happen. I can make change happen. I can make change happen. I am a change-maker.
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This version maintains the core message while removing any informal or unclear phrases.
Technology – The use of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry. – Technology helps us connect with friends and family through video calls.
Computer – An electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data. – I use my computer to do homework and play games.
Science – The study of the natural world through observation and experiments. – Science helps us understand how computers work.
Programming – The process of writing instructions for a computer to perform tasks. – We learned basic programming to make a simple game in class.
Apps – Short for applications, these are software programs designed to perform specific tasks. – I use apps on my tablet to help me study math.
Problems – Challenges or tasks that need to be solved or completed. – We solved coding problems by working together as a team.
Change – To make or become different. – We can change the background color of our website by editing the code.
Skills – The ability to do something well, often gained through practice. – Learning to code improves our problem-solving skills.
Learn – To gain knowledge or understanding of something through study or experience. – We learn new things about computers every day in our technology class.
Create – To bring something into existence, often using imagination or skill. – We can create our own video games by learning to code.
