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A path to explore.

Choose a learning area, discover what each program covers, then browse current offerings in Registration.

LEARNING AREA

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Explore AI concepts, coding, machine learning, and thoughtful uses of technology.

AI

AI Foundations

Explore the differences between AI, machine learning, and deep learning. Learn block-based coding and data analysis through hands-on activities, then work through guided AI challenges.

  • 6 classes
  • 90 minutes per class
  • In person or virtual
  • Equipment and materials supplied
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AI

AI Advanced

Build on AI foundations with Python, data structures, and libraries used in AI. Explore data science with Pandas, then tackle guided challenges involving machine learning, deep learning, and robotics.

  • 8 classes
  • 90 minutes per class
  • In person or virtual
  • Equipment and materials supplied
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Mentorship

AI Mentorship

Develop a K–12 team project for the World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth (WAICY). Receive guidance from initial brainstorming through project development and the final presentation. Teams provide their own resources for the competition submission.

  • Four months of mentorship
  • AI Foundations included
  • Confirm delivery and team eligibility during registration
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Parents

AI for Parents

Learn the basics of artificial intelligence, how it works, ethical considerations, and practical uses. Build a starting point for understanding AI and supporting thoughtful family conversations.

  • 1 class
  • 4 hours with a 15-minute break
  • Virtual
  • Materials supplied
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Educators

AI for Educators

Explore AI fundamentals, why AI matters in education, tools for educators and students, classroom applications, and ethics.

  • 1 class
  • 4 hours with a 15-minute break
  • In person or virtual
  • Materials supplied
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LEARNING AREA

Robotics

Bring coding and AI into the physical world through hands-on robotic challenges.

Robotics

Introduction to Robotics and AI

Discover how robotics, artificial intelligence, and coding connect. Explore how AI contributes to robotic systems and program robots using block-based coding or Python through guided challenges.

  • 4 classes
  • 90 minutes per class
  • In person
  • Equipment and materials supplied
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Robotics

Advanced Robotics and AI

Extend your robotics and coding skills through advanced hands-on robot programming. Use block-based coding or Python to complete guided robotic challenges.

  • 3 classes
  • 90 minutes per class
  • In person
  • Equipment and materials supplied
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LEARNING AREA

Cybersecurity

Understand digital security and practice skills for protecting data and systems.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Explore confidentiality, integrity, and availability; access controls; data security; threats and vulnerabilities; encryption; authentication; network security; ethical hacking; and malware. Apply what you learn in hands-on activities and a guided cybersecurity challenge.

  • 8 classes
  • 90 minutes per class
  • In person or virtual
  • Equipment and materials supplied
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LEARNING AREA

Extended Reality (XR) — AR & VR

Discover augmented reality and virtual reality as new ways to imagine, interact, and learn.

REAL WORLD · DIGITAL CONTENT

Augmented reality (AR)

Add digital content to a view of the physical world. Explore ideas such as virtual models on a desk or digital labels on real objects.

Explore AR & XR
IMMERSIVE DIGITAL WORLDS

Virtual reality (VR)

Explore simulated digital environments. Discover ideas such as virtual habitats, immersive experiences, and interactive simulations.

Explore VR & XR

XR is an emerging learning area at Lab Junior. No AR or VR course dates or enrollment are announced yet.

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