Apps for Good delivers computer-free courses that teach students app design and machine learning through hands-on problem-solving activities, developing both technical understanding and essential employability skills.
Apps for Good began in 2009, inspired by Rodrigo Baggio's vision in Rio de Janeiro that young people could change the world through technology. Since 2010, over 170,000 students worldwide have participated, with the programme recognised by UK Education Secretary Michael Gove as best practice when ICT curriculum changes were announced in 2012.
Research shows students demonstrate measurable increases in technical and non-technical skills including confidence, product design, teamworking, public speaking, and problem-solving. One student noted: "Having Apps for Good on my CV really helped with getting placements and set me up well for interviews and presentations at university."
The student workbook provides printable A4 activities that guide students through each course. Teachers can access detailed schemes of work outlining learning objectives and session outcomes.
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Once you have signed up as an educator on our Apps for Good website, you will have access to all the resources and can deliver a course. All of our courses are between 7-9 hours long with optional follow-on materials and opportunities for industry engagement.
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