Digital Future Days - Ignite the Tech Leaders of Tomorrow
Are you ready to inspire the next generation of tech enthusiasts and ignite their passion for digital skills? Join us for Digital Future Days at The National Museum of Computing (TNMOC), a thrilling series of educational events designed exclusively for school and home-educator groups, bridging the gap between employers and future employees in the dynamic world of technology. Discover the captivating world of technology within TNMOC's historic Bletchley Park setting. Immerse yourself in an unparalleled interactive learning experience, surrounded by our unique collection of working historic machines.
Event Details:
Time: 09:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Sessions begin at 10:00 AM)
Location: The National Museum of Computing, Bletchley Park, Block H, Bletchley Park, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 6DS
Ticket Options: Tickets are available for school and home-educator groups.
Sample Schedule for the Day*
09:30 - 10:00; Registration and Welcome
10:00 - 10:40; Cyber Champions
10:45 - 11:25; Codename Cipher I or II
11:30 - 12:10; Byte-Sized Digits
12:15 - 12:55; Lunch
13:00 - 13:40; Retro Gaming in our PC Gallery
13:45 - 14:25; Industry Guest - Raspberry Pi Foundation
14:30 - 15:10; Ozobots
15:15 - 15:30; Closing Remarks and Group Photo
Cyber Champions: Cyber Champions is a not-for-profit organisation promoting awareness of best practices in digital and cyber skills to schools, senior citizens and other interest groups across the UK. The programme is driven by a network of Cyber Champions, young professional volunteers, and Cyber Guardians, experienced leaders, from private and public sector organisations, motivated to make a difference in their local communities. In an increasingly digital society, Cyber Champions advocate the importance of having a smart online presence.
Codename Cipher I or II: For groups facing the choice between Codename Cipher I - The Bombe and Codename Cipher II - Lorenz, embark on a captivating journey through the realms of cryptography and computing. Codename Cipher I offers an immersive exploration into the Enigma machine's origins, while Codename Cipher II delves deeper into encryption techniques and the emergence of early computing. Whether opting for the introductory adventure or the more complex exploration, prepare for an enlightening experience that merges history, technology, and problem-solving into a single captivating narrative.
Byte-Sized Digits: Unleash your inner codebreaker in this thrilling challenge! Solve a cryptic puzzle to unlock your mission, then take on the ultimate test of teamwork: silently constructing the object of your challenge using only MTA kit. Experience the ingenuity and precision of wartime engineers while putting your problem-solving and collaboration skills to the test. Will you rise to the challenge?
Retro Gaming in our PC Gallery: Embark on a captivating journey through 40 years of gaming evolution! Take a break and explore our extensive collection of retro games consoles, rediscovering iconic classics and witnessing the remarkable transformation of gaming technology. From nostalgic pixelated wonders to cutting-edge graphics, experience the magic of gaming's journey over the decades. Immerse yourself in vintage arcades and beloved home consoles, reliving cherished memories of the past.
Industry Guest - Raspberry Pi Foundation: We will be joined on the day by representatives from the Raspberry Pi Foundation, running one of their amazing Pi-themed workshops! More details to follow...
Ozobots: Embark on an exciting coding journey with OzoBots, the adorable mini-bots programmed through color codes! Explore the fascinating world of robotics as you learn to code in a fun and interactive way. Whether you're young or young at heart, OzoBots and our custom mazes offer an engaging and dynamic learning experience. Join us for this vibrant robotics adventure, where coding becomes a delightful and hands-on exploration!
IMPORTANT: Terms and Conditions
*Schedule is subject to change dependent on uptake and partner engagement, updates will be shared with registered participants. The order of activities will vary on the day.
Spaces are limited. The capacity for this event is 100 students.
The event name details the suggested age of participants, please check to ensure your learners fall within the suggested age group.
Schools must give 2 months' notice if they will not be attending; this will enable their places to be offered to another school on the Waiting List. Failure to do so will incur a charge of £160.00.
