Competition Overview
The Forward Education AI for Good Competition is a unique opportunity for students and educators to participate in building and coding a tangible solution to a real-world issue using AI, a micro:bit, and robotics hardware.
Hardware Options
Choose from 3 hardware tracks: micro:bit only, micro:bit + CHARGE, micro:bit + CHARGE + Robotics
Submission Requirements
Teams will be required to submit a video overview of their solution as well as a demonstration of their project.
Project Overview
The Challenge
Identify a challenge in your school or community.
The Solution
Propose how AI and physical computing can address it.
The Prototype
Build a working prototype with micro:bit + optional Forward Kits/Charge.
The Proposal
Submit a written or video presentation explaining the problem, solution, and potential impact
The Idea
Design a lesson or activity to teach a specific AI or machine learning concept using the micro:bit.
The Activity
Provide evidence of learning, such as student work, feedback, or a video of the activity in action.
The Proposal
Submit a proposal explaining instructional design, the AI concepts taught, and how they integrated ethical discussions.
Evaluation Criteria
Instructional Innovation, Student Engagement & Relevance, Instructional Design & Pedagogy, AI Literacy, and Presentation.
For additional details regarding eligibility, submission requirements, and judging criteria, download the Competition Rulebook.
Divisions & Hardware
The competition is open to K–12 students and educators. Teams must register online before the announced deadline.
Competition Divisions
The competition is open to K–12 students and educators. Teams must register online before the announced deadline.
Elementary (K-5)
Large groups/classrooms, community groups
Middle School (6-8)
Groups of 1-4 ppl + supervising adult
High School (9-12)
Groups of 1-4 ppl + supervising adult
Educator
F/T K-12 classroom teachers in groups of 1-3
Hardware Options
Teams can choose to compete with any of the following hardware options for their prototype.
micro:bit Only
At minimum, teams must use the micro:bit as the main robotic component in their prototypes.
micro:bit + CHARGE
Pairing CHARGE with your micro:bit provides rechargeable power, portability & a wrist strap for competition prototypes.
micro:bit + Robotics Kit
Utilize the various robotic components, sensors, and building blocks in the coding & robotics kit for even greater competition prototypes.
Competition Timeline
Competition Prizes
Elementary
Middle School
High School
Educator
MORE COMING SOON!
Competition Resources
You can access a variety if competition resources, activities, and educator training tips on our Learning Platform.
Competition Guidebook
Download the Competition Guide book for all of the details on project requirements, example prototypes, and submission guidelines.
Educator Webinar
Join one of our Educator Training webinars for a step-by-step walk through on using micro:bit and CreateAI.
Tutorial Videos
Watch our detailed tutorial videos on getting Started with micro:bit and CreateAI for the first time.
Why participate in the AI for Good Competition?
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FREE Activities & Resources for Educators
Access free AI-focused lesson plans and activities for the classroom.
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Hands-On Learning for Students
Empower students to get hands-on with AI technology and build a real, tangible solution.
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FREE Educator Professional Development
Educators will gain access to in-depth training webinars on using AI technology and robotics hardware.
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Prepare for the Presidential AI Challenge
The Forward Education AI for Good challenge is the perfect scaffolding activity to prepare for the Presidential AI challenge.
TRAINING WEBINAR | FREE
Learn To Teach the Basics of AI with CHARGE and micro:bit
All you need is a micro:bit. But, a battery pack (like CHARGE) will add to the freedom and fun. Save your spot below.
The recording and training resources will be sent to everyone who signs-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions? Please contact our team.
Who can participate in the AI for Good competition?
The AI for Good is open to students in grades K-12 as well as educators. Please refer to the rules and requirements for each specific competition division in the Guidebook.
How do I get started?
To get started with the AI for Good Competition, review the Competition Rulebook. Next, we recommend attending one of our educator webinars if you're new to micro:bit and CreateAI.
How does the AI for Good Competition relate to the Presidential AI Challenge?
While Forward Education has aligned their AI for Good Competition to the national Presidential AI Challenge, Forward Education is not officially affiliated with the Presidential AI Challenge. Furthermore, winning the AI for Good Competition does NOT guarantee or count as winning the State level for the Presidential AI Challenge.
Do I need specific hardware to compete?
At minimum, a micro:bit is required to compete in the AI for Good Competition. If participants have access to additional robotics hardware they are welcome to use it in their projects. Additional materials like craft supplies and prototyping tools may be used in projects.
