Get involved in Fire-Ed Up for your chance to be part of the $16M X-Prize
Get involved in Fire-Ed Up for your chance to be part of the $16M X-Prize
Get involved in Fire-Ed Up for your chance to be part of the $16M X-Prize
July 13, 2023STEM 2021
Get involved in Fire-Ed Up for your chance to be part of the $16M X-Prize
Are you ready to explore the complex world of bushfires and discover the power of STEM and Digital Technologies in addressing this critical issue? Fire-Ed Up is an innovative educational program designed to equip participants with knowledge, skills and a passion for bushfire management and environmental sustainability.
And now, Fire-Ed Up is offering an exciting opportunity to be part of the $16 million XPRIZE competition, driving the development of bushfire detection and rapid response technologies.
Get involved in Fire-Ed Up for your chance to be part of the $16M X-Prize
Are you ready to explore the complex world of bushfires and discover the power of STEM and Digital Technologies in addressing this critical issue? Fire-Ed Up is an innovative educational program designed to equip participants with knowledge, skills and a passion for bushfire management and environmental sustainability.
And now, Fire-Ed Up is offering an exciting opportunity to be part of the $16 million XPRIZE competition, driving the development of bushfire detection and rapid response technologies.
What is Fire-Ed Up?
Fire-Ed Up, funded by the NSW Office of the Chief Scientist and Engineer, is developed from the award-winning program of Central Coast Council. It is delivered by the Hunter Innovation and Science Hub and managed by Sleap Business Consultants. The program offers comprehensive cross-curricular learning experiences for students at different stages.
Stage 3 Program: The Stage 3 Program is designed for teachers and students in the upper primary grades. Developed by the NSW Department of Education’s Academy of STEM Excellence and Rumbalara Environmental Education Centre in collaboration with Central Coast Council, this program aligns with the geography, science, technology, and mathematics syllabi. It provides ready-made teaching resources and an immersive learning experience on bushfires and the role of STEM.
Stage 4 Program: The Stage 4 Program focuses on bushfire resilience within the Digital Technologies Module. It utilises simulation software and microcomputing technology, offering students an engaging and immersive learning experience. Ten schools will be invited to pilot the program, receiving free equipment, access to innovative software, and a full-day lesson.
Stage 5 Program: In Term 4, 2023, the Fire-Ed Up Stage 5 iSTEM program will be available online, completely free of charge. Participants can immerse themselves in captivating online learning sequences, lesson plans, and engaging resources. They will explore the science behind bushfires, learn about mitigation strategies, and understand the vital role of technology in preventing and managing bushfires.
What is the XPRIZE Challenge?
Global not-for-profit organisation XPRIZE has launched a $16 million innovation competition to drive the development of bushfire detection and rapid response technologies. This competition is open to all problem-solvers, from students and space enthusiasts to start-ups and established businesses. It consists of two tracks: the Autonomous Wildfire Response track and the Space-Based Wildfire Detection and Intelligence track.
Fire-Ed Up participants will help tackle the XPRIZE Challenge
Fire-Ed Up is not only empowering students with knowledge and skills to address bushfires but also offering them a chance to be part of the prestigious XPRIZE competition. Students in the Stage 5 program will develop solutions to Bushfire based problems. Students can entry their ideas into the competition to be eligible for $16M in prizes.
How do I participate in Fire-Ed Up?
If you’re eager to be at the forefront of bushfire education and STEM, complete the Expression of Interest form provided by Fire-Ed Up. Selected schools will have the opportunity to pilot the Stage 4 or Stage 5 programs, contributing to their development and shaping the future of bushfire education.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and make a real impact in addressing this critical issue.
What is Fire-Ed Up?
Fire-Ed Up, funded by the NSW Office of the Chief Scientist and Engineer, is developed from the award-winning program of Central Coast Council. It is delivered by the Hunter Innovation and Science Hub and managed by Sleap Business Consultants. The program offers comprehensive cross-curricular learning experiences for students at different stages.
Stage 3 Program: The Stage 3 Program is designed for teachers and students in the upper primary grades. Developed by the NSW Department of Education’s Academy of STEM Excellence and Rumbalara Environmental Education Centre in collaboration with Central Coast Council, this program aligns with the geography, science, technology, and mathematics syllabi. It provides ready-made teaching resources and an immersive learning experience on bushfires and the role of STEM.
Stage 4 Program: The Stage 4 Program focuses on bushfire resilience within the Digital Technologies Module. It utilises simulation software and microcomputing technology, offering students an engaging and immersive learning experience. Ten schools will be invited to pilot the program, receiving free equipment, access to innovative software, and a full-day lesson.
Stage 5 Program: In Term 4, 2023, the Fire-Ed Up Stage 5 iSTEM program will be available online, completely free of charge. Participants can immerse themselves in captivating online learning sequences, lesson plans, and engaging resources. They will explore the science behind bushfires, learn about mitigation strategies, and understand the vital role of technology in preventing and managing bushfires.
What is the XPRIZE Challenge?
Global not-for-profit organisation XPRIZE has launched a $16 million innovation competition to drive the development of bushfire detection and rapid response technologies. This competition is open to all problem-solvers, from students and space enthusiasts to start-ups and established businesses. It consists of two tracks: the Autonomous Wildfire Response track and the Space-Based Wildfire Detection and Intelligence track.
Fire-Ed Up participants will help tackle the XPRIZE Challenge
Fire-Ed Up is not only empowering students with knowledge and skills to address bushfires but also offering them a chance to be part of the prestigious XPRIZE competition. Students in the Stage 5 program will develop solutions to Bushfire based problems. Students can entry their ideas into the competition to be eligible for $16M in prizes.
How do I participate in Fire-Ed Up?
If you’re eager to be at the forefront of bushfire education and STEM, complete the Expression of Interest form provided by Fire-Ed Up. Selected schools will have the opportunity to pilot the Stage 4 or Stage 5 programs, contributing to their development and shaping the future of bushfire education.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and make a real impact in addressing this critical issue.
