CLEO 2023 - Connected Learning Experience Optimizer

Overview Requirements Resources Rules Prizes/Awards Judges Judging criteria Updates

OVERVIEW

About the challenge

G’day uni students! This hackathon is your chance to shake up the world of online education. We’re calling on developers, designers, and education enthusiasts to come together and dream up innovative solutions that will transform the way we learn online.

Imagine a more connected and optimized learning experience – that’s what we’re aiming for. Whether you’re a coding whiz, a design guru, or just passionate about education, we want you on board. Join us to shape the future of collaborative learning in Australia and beyond.

Why Should You Participate?

Boost Your Skills: This is a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your coding, design, and problem-solving skills in a real-world setting.
Networking: Connect with like-minded peers, industry experts, and potential mentors who can help you in your career journey.
Innovative Impact: Be a part of creating cutting-edge solutions that could revolutionize online education and make a lasting impact.
Career Opportunities: Showcase your talent to potential employers and stand out in the competitive job market.
Prizes and Recognition: Win exciting prizes and gain recognition for your innovative ideas and hard work.
Collaborative Learning: Work in teams to experience the power of collaboration and learn from others’ perspectives.

How to Get Started

Form a Team: Gather your friends or meet new collaborators to form a team of up to 5 members.
Register: Sign up for the hackathon on our platform.
Ideate and Build: Brainstorm, design, and develop your innovative solution.
Submit: Make sure to submit all required materials before the deadline.

Join us to shape the future of collaborative learning in Australia and beyond. Let’s make something great together!

REQUIREMENTS

What to Build

Adaptive Learning Paths:

Create algorithms that adapt learning paths based on individual progress, preferences, and career aspirations.

Virtual Study Communities:

Develop virtual study communities with integrated video conferencing, shared document editing, and collaborative tools for effective group learning.

Immersive Simulations:

Integrate immersive simulations tailored to various academic disciplines for hands-on learning and practical applications.

AI-guided Personalized Feedback:

Utilize AI algorithms to provide personalized feedback, suggesting areas for improvement and recommending additional resources.

Gamified Learning Experience:

Incorporate gamification elements to make the learning process engaging and motivating.

Career Exploration Modules:

Include modules that guide students in exploring potential career paths, connecting with industry professionals, and understanding the skills needed in their chosen fields.

Cross-disciplinary Projects:

Promote collaboration across different disciplines by facilitating cross-disciplinary projects that tackle real-world challenges.

Live Expert Sessions:

Organize live sessions with industry experts, professors, and alumni to provide insights, answer questions, and offer career guidance.

Inclusive Learning Resources:

Ensure a diverse range of learning resources, including articles, videos, and interactive content, catering to various learning styles and preferences.

Progress Tracking Dashboard:

Develop a comprehensive dashboard that allows students to monitor their progress, set goals, and celebrate achievements within the learning ecosystem.

What to Submit

Project Description: A brief summary of your project, its purpose, and how it improves online education.
Demo Video: A short video (3-5 minutes) demonstrating your project and its key features.
Source Code: Upload your project’s source code to a public repository (e.g., GitHub) and share the link.
Presentation: A slide deck (up to 10 slides) explaining your project, its implementation, and its impact.
Documentation: Detailed documentation of your project, including setup instructions, usage, and any other relevant information.

Resources

Educational Resources on Online Learning

Research Papers and Articles: Access academic journals and articles through platforms like Google Scholar.

Books and Publications:

"Teaching Online: A Practical Guide"

"Online Learning: A User-Friendly Approach for High School and College Students"

Additional Resources

Community Forums and Groups:

Stack Overflow

Mentorship and Networking:

Connect with professionals on LinkedIn.
Search for hackathon-related meetup groups on platforms like Meetup.

Hackathon-Specific Resources:

Explore hackathon starter kits and templates on platforms like GitHub.
Look for hackathon workshops and webinars hosted by organizations or hackathon organizers.

Tools and Technologies

Online Learning Platforms:

Coursera

Udemy

Codecademy

Coding Practice Platforms:

LeetCode

HackerRank

CodeSignal

Design Resources:

Canva

Adobe XD

Project Management Tools:

Trello

Asana

GitHub Projects

Contact Us & Support Channel

For further assistance you can contact the hackathon manager or join the community of Discord.

By utilizing these resources, participants can enhance their skills and knowledge to excel in the hackathon.

https://stackoverflow.com/

PRIZES/AWARDS

Winner

$ 3,000.00

$3,000 Cash Reward
Guaranteed internship interviews

1st Runner Up

$ 2,000.00

$2,000 Cash Reward
One-year software license for Adobe Creative Cloud

2nd Runner Up

$ 1,000.00

$1,000 Cash Reward
Noise-cancelling headphones

JUDGES

Maria Lee

UQCS

Theodore Grant

UQCS

Dr. Lily Scott

Professor, University of Queensland

Dr. Isaac Murray

Professor, University of Queensland

JUDGING CRITERIA

Innovation and Creativity: 20%

Uniqueness: How original is the idea? Does it introduce a novel solution or concept?
Creativity: Is the project creatively solving the problem? Does it show innovative thinking?

Impact and Relevance: 20%

Educational Impact: How significantly does the solution improve the online education experience?
Real-World Relevance: Is the project relevant to current educational challenges and trends?

Technical Implementation: 20%

Functionality: Does the project work as intended? Are all features implemented correctly?
Technical Difficulty: How complex and challenging is the technical implementation?
Code Quality: Is the code well-written, efficient, and maintainable?

Design and User Experience: 20%

Usability: Is the solution easy to use and navigate? Does it provide a good user experience?
Aesthetics: How visually appealing is the design? Is the UI/UX design professional and polished?

Presentation and Documentation: 20%

Clarity: Is the project presented clearly and concisely? Are the goals and features well-explained?
Completeness: Is all required documentation provided? Is the code repository well-documented?
Demo: Does the demo effectively showcase the project’s functionality and features?

Additional Considerations

Adherence to Theme

How well does the project align with the hackathon’s theme of improving online education?

Community and Social Impact

Does the project consider inclusivity and accessibility for all users?
Does the solution have the potential to benefit a larger community or address social issues?

UPDATES

There are no updates.

RULES

Dates

Here are the dates for the hackathon:

Hackathon Start Date: July 15th, 2023
Registration Deadline: N/A
Submission Deadline: October 15th, 2023 (End of the hackathon)
Judging Start Date: November 1st, 2023
Winner Announcement Date: Decmber 1st, 2023

Eligibility

The hackathon is open to participants of all students who are studying in Australia. Professionals will not be part of judging.
Participants can form teams with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 members.
Solo participants are also welcome.
There are no restrictions on the technology stack used. Participants can use any programming language, framework, or tool.

Project and Submission Requirements

Each team must submit their project by the specified deadline on the platform.
Submissions must include a detailed description, demo video, and source code.
Projects must be original and developed during the hackathon period.
Plagiarism or use of pre-existing projects is strictly prohibited.

Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based on innovation, functionality, user experience, and relevance to the hackathon theme.
Participants retain the intellectual property rights to their projects.
Organizers reserve the right to showcase and promote submitted projects on platforms of their choice.
Teams must be prepared to present and demo their projects during the designated demo session.

Additional Considerations

Collaboration: Recognition of effective collaboration within teams.

Inclusivity: Consideration of how well the solution caters to diverse learning needs.

Technical Proficiency: Evaluation of the technical skills demonstrated in the project.

Winner Selection

Awards will be given based on the judging criteria.
Categories may include Best Overall Project, Most Innovative Solution, Best User Experience, etc.

Updates/Announcements

All official communication will be conducted through Fablecon platform and designated channels. Participants are responsible for regularly checking the platform for updates, announcements, and additional guidelines.

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