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03 May, 2023

BSB Students heading to 2023 XR Asia Cup Challenge

BSB Students heading to 2023 XR Asia Cup Challenge - BSB Students heading to 2023 XR Asia Cup Challenge

The2023XRAsiaCupChallenge will be hosted by TheInternationalSchoolofTianjinin collaboration with the Global Association for Immersive Learning Advancement (GAILA) from 4thMayto 6thMay. This event aims to promote innovative teaching and learning practices through the use of Extended Reality (XR) technology, while also fostering the development of computational and innovative thinking competencies among students of all ages.

 

 

Amongtheparticipantsaretwotalented BSB Shunyi Year 12 Computer Sciencestudents,NicholasLiuand Felix Mubei Höhne, who are highly interested in technology and have a passion for learning. They are excited to showcase their creativity andinnovationinusingXRtechnology,aswellastolearnfromtheirpeersandexpertsinthefield.

 

Felix Mubei Höh Nicholas Liu

BSB Students heading to 2023 XR Asia Cup Challenge - BSB Students heading to 2023 XR Asia Cup Challenge

 

Nicolas and Felix are confident that their IB Diploma education has equipped them with the necessary skills and mindset to excel in this event and beyond. They embody various IB learner profile attributes such as being open-minded, inquirers, thinkers, communicators, and reflective.

 

Theiropen-mindednessisevidentintheirwillingnesstoexplorenewandcutting-edgetechnologies,and their inquiring minds drive them to continuously seek new knowledge and understanding. Their analytical and critical thinking skills enable them to approach complex problems in a logical and systematicmanner,whiletheir effective communication skillsallow themtocollaborateeffectivelywith others.

  

NicholasandFelix'sreflective nature isalsoanimportantaspectoftheirlearning.Theyareconstantly evaluatingtheirprogressandseekingwaystoimprovetheirskillsandunderstanding,whilealsobeing receptive to constructive feedback from their teachers and peers.

 

The XR Asia Cup Challenge promises to be an exciting and engaging event for all involved, and BSB is proudtohave NicholasandFelixrepresentourschoolinthisevent.Wewishthem the best of luck and look forward to seeing the amazing things that our young learners will create.

 

Dr. Babacar Gaye

Secondary Computer Science Lead

 

EdTech at BSB

At BSB, we're unlocking our students' learning potential by bringing the very best in teaching and technology in and out of the classrooms. Our school is equipped with the newest technology to create stimulating learning experiences integrated into our physical classroom.

We also provide numerous opportunities, trips and competitions for students to experiences to achieve more than they ever imagined possible – developing their confidence, resilience, and creativity outside the classroom to truly make their mark on the world.

Click here to read more about our curriculum offered at BSB.

 

BSB Students heading to 2023 XR Asia Cup Challenge - BSB Students heading to 2023 XR Asia Cup Challenge