OUR COUNTRY
Youth explore how technology has evolved and shaped business and society.
Program Details
In this program, learners explore how technology has changed over time and influenced the way we live and work. They’ll learn about Canadian innovations and design creative technologies for the future.
“I learned about interesting technologies and ideas that help people all over Canada.” – Grade 6 student
About Our Community
- Program length: 2-6 hours
- Program format: In-class or online
- Supports curriculum: Language, social studies
- Provided resources: Interactive digital resources, and a physical kit or resources for activities/games*
*physical kit for in-class/in-person programs
What will youth do and learn?
- Match traditional technologies with modern technologies
- As a group, use clues to learn about Canadian inventors
- Participate in a mock auction to demonstrate the demand for different types of products/technologies
- Discuss new technologies that students use regularly in the classroom or at home
- Present an idea for a new invention for a future technology that they would find useful to have
Connect With Your Local JA Office
Program availability varies by location. Please reach out to your local JA office to confirm specific program options in your local community and to register to participate in the program (as an educator or volunteer).
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