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The Mental Health Hackathon is a unique program designed to empower students to take action and find innovative solutions to improve mental health within their communities. The unit brings together students from various backgrounds and disciplines to collaborate, brainstorm and create solutions that address the mental health challenges faced by young people.
Students work in teams to develop youth-led solutions that could be integrated into their school, community or digital world. The solutions can range from technology-based apps to community-based projects, or a school based program.
Topics Covered:
- Mental Health Causes and Challenges Faced By Young People
- Mental Health Solutions
- Digital Technologies and Mental Health
- The Role of Community and Supportive Environments
- User Personas and User-Centred Design
- Pitching and Communication
Links To:
Health and Physical Education:
- Investigate and address mental health causes and challenges faced by young people.
- Develop mental health solutions and explore the role of supportive environments in promoting well-being.
Design and Technologies:
- Apply digital technologies in the context of mental health solutions, including the development of technology-based apps.
Civics and Citizenship:
- Empower students to take an active role in addressing mental health issues and creating a positive impact in their communities.
Personal and Social Capability:
- Explore the role of community and supportive environments in mental health, fostering a sense of responsibility and engagement.
Digital Technologies:
- Integrate digital technologies in developing innovative solutions for mental health challenges.
English:
- Enhance communication skills through activities such as pitching and presenting mental health solutions.
What's Included:
- Task Sheet with Challenge Overview
- 10 x Editable Slide Decks with Case Studies, Activites and Resources
- Printable Worksheets to Compliment Actvities
- 10-Week Unit Plan with Learning Objectives and Activity Instructions
- + So much more!
This unit is recommended for students in Years 9 - 12.
About BOP Industries:
BOP Industries is an Australian education company on a mission to inspire the next generation of young innovators. Having worked with 100,000 students around the world, our team of innovative educators are passionate about creating future-focused learning experiences for young people. To find out more about BOP, head to: www.bopindustries.com/why-bop
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