HOW CAN MOBILE APPS SOLVE PROBLEMS?
There millions of mobile apps that perform all sorts of tasks for people. Because most people around the world own a mobile phone, mobile apps can be a great way to reach people when you want to solve a problem!
Check out some videos of examples below of how people around the world have made apps for good!
Stop and Discuss
What mobile apps do you use in your daily life?
WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH A SMARTPHONE?
This video shows some of the different features of a smartphone you may not know about.
Stop and Discuss
Can you use any of the smartphone features and sensors to help solve your problem?
Mentor Tip
Best practices: Use practical examples that demonstrate how technology can make life easier. For example, “Think about how using a GPS helps you find the quickest route to your destination. This is a great example of technology solving a common problem.” Relating to everyday experiences helps students see the relevance of technology.
These videos will provide a clear understanding of how technology can be used to solve real-life problems and some of the issues that come with technology, making the concept more relevant and engaging.
Guiding Questions to ask students:
Can you think of a problem you face regularly that technology helps you solve? (e.g., using a calculator for math homework, or a search engine to find information)
Why is it important to understand how technology works when solving problems?
What are some technologies you use every day that you think are important?
Mentor tips are provided by support from AmeriCorps.
HOW HAVE TECHNOVATION GIRLS SOLVED PROBLEMS WITH MOBILE APPS?
Check out these videos of past Technovation Girls solutions to problems with mobile apps!
Did any inspire you?
What problems are you
thinking of already?
Can a mobile app be a solution?
