The camp uniquely blends practical software development with critical thinking about social impact, empowering campers to create AI-powered mobile apps for positive change.
This one-week App Development & Artificial Intelligence for Good camp is designed for innovators aged 8-12, focusing on practical software development and critical thinking about social impact. Campers will use block-based programming tools like MIT App Inventor to design, code, and test functional mobile applications, learning essential concepts of user interface (UI) design, logic, and debugging. They will also explore AI fundamentals, including machine learning and data, by working with visual tools like Google's Teachable Machine to train AI models to recognize images, sounds, or poses. The core of the camp involves brainstorming and developing app concepts aimed at promoting positive change, such as apps for recycling, tracking environmental issues, or improving community safety. Campers will gain hands-on experience in the complete technology lifecycle, moving from idea to interactive prototype, and will learn to evaluate AI models, identify potential biases, and discuss the ethical responsibilities of creating powerful technology. The program emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving, encouraging students to develop unique mobile apps for social good.
A typical day includes specialized camp activities in app development and AI, snack time, a catered lunch with supervised recess for sports and socialization, and optional early arrival and extended day periods.
This camp is ideal for young people curious about how apps work and eager to use coding and AI to make a tangible difference in their community.
British International School of Chicago, Lincoln Park
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