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Entrepreneurship and Product Development for Ages 11+
Embark on a journey of innovation, our 8-week Entrepreneurship workshop for kids ages 11 & above combines theory with hands-on practicality. With skilled instructors, students dive into the basics of entrepreneurship & product development.
Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
What will be taught? - Core concepts of entrepreneurship, including ideation, market research, product development, prototyping, testing, and pitching. Topics covered: - Entrepreneurial mindset, problem identification, solution generation, market needs, value proposition, feasibility analysis, prototype planning, resource identification, building and refining prototypes, testing, and pitching. Class structure: - Each lesson is structured to include an introduction, main activity,...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to EntrepreneurshipIntroduction to entrepreneurship, the entrepreneurial mindset, and the impact of entrepreneurship.Week 2Lesson 2Identifying Problems and SolutionsIdentifying problems and unmet needs, brainstorming solutions, and creative thinking techniques.Week 3Lesson 3Basics of Product DevelopmentMarket research, identifying target audience, and developing a unique value proposition.Week 4Lesson 4Developing and Refining IdeasDeveloping initial ideas into detailed concepts and conducting basic feasibility analysis.Week 5Lesson 5Developing Prototype PlanImportance of planning before building, key elements of a prototype plan, and identifying necessary resources.Week 6Lesson 6Building PrototypesHands-on construction of prototypes, importance of iteration, and making improvements based on testing.Week 7Lesson 7Testing and Next StepsStructured testing process, gathering and analyzing feedback, refining prototypes, and planning for further development.Week 8Lesson 8Final Showcase and Investor PresentationEffective presentation skills, creating a successful pitch, delivering presentations, and celebrating achievements.
- Entrepreneurial Knowledge: Understanding the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and its societal impact.
- Innovative Thinking: Developing the ability to identify problems and generate innovative solutions.
- Market Insight: Gaining skills in market research and creating strong value propositions.
- Practical Development Skills: Learning the steps of product development from planning to prototyping and iteration.
- Communication Proficiency: Building effective presentation and pitching abilities for showcasing ideas and products.
Astha Malhotra is a scientist entrepreneur and currently the Founder/CEO of Phylactics LLC, a biomedical startup that works closely with federal agencies such as DOD and NIH in developing healthcare technologies and AI integration for improved healthcare. She has 20 + years of R&D experience in developing biomedical technologies with several patents and publications. She is passionate about technology commercialization, sustainability, science communication, and mentoring women in STEM research and entrepreneurship. She has taught New venture Development, Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Regulatory and Quality compliance for Biomedical technologies as guest lecturer, and in several bootcamps and mentored startups through accelerators. Apart from a tech entrepreneur, she is a full-time mother of two and enjoys reading and travelling.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assignments
Frequency: 3-6 throughout the classFeedback: as neededDetails:Certificate of Completion
Frequency: 1 after class completionDetails:
Joined June, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
Maker Mindz is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Our goal is to promote STEM and product development education among grades 5-12 students by providing fun and interactive workshops. We are looking to spark curiosity and joy of learning STEM and...
Group Class
$25
weekly or $200 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
90 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
6-10 learners per class
