No-Code Mobile Apps: High School Students Craft Solutions for Everyday Challenges

No-Code Mobile Apps: High School Students Craft Solutions for Everyday Challenges

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM · 1 hr. 30 min. (America/Chicago)
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This session will explore mobile app design principles for high school students, guiding them in creating apps to boost focus and enhance academic and social interactions. Participants will learn best practices in UX and UI design through hands-on activities that promote collaboration and practical strategies for classroom implementation.
Outline
This session will introduce the audience to the world of mobile app design, focusing on user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) concepts as presented by high school students. The session will begin with students sharing their experiences with different apps, helping to establish a foundation for understanding key design principles. In a dynamic "show and tell" format, students will present their app ideas, fostering exploration and inspiration among attendees. (5 minutes) Next, we’ll discuss the importance of teamwork in collaborative projects. Engaging role-playing exercises will highlight the various team roles and responsibilities essential for success. The audience will witness students brainstorming app ideas that address real-world challenges using mind mapping techniques, with constructive feedback provided from peers. Finally, the session will shift to effective project management, offering strategies for setting timelines and expectations to help guide the app development process. This format will not only showcase student creativity but also provide valuable insights for the audience to replicate in their own classrooms. (10 minutes)
Supporting research
[https://academy.thunkable.com/] [https://medium.com/thunkable-thoughts/learning-computer-science-at-home-thunkable-education-resources-6280e119e5a9] [https://thunkable.com/blog/top-seven-ways-no-code-education-benefits-students]
Attendee Accounts
https://thunkable.com/mobile
Content Community
ISTELive
Subject Area
Computer ScienceTechnology Education
Grade Level
9-12
Audience
Teacher
Session Delivery
In Person
Transformative Learning Principles
Cultivate Belonging
ISTE Standards
Students: Global Collaborator: Contribute constructively to project teams, assuming various roles and responsibilities to work effectively toward a common goal.
Skill Level
Beginner
Registration Required
No
Attendee Devices
Devices useful
Attendee Device Specification
Smartphone: AndroidSmartphone: iOS
Spotlight on Solutions
No
Additional Fee
No

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