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2021 KidWind Simulation Challenge

by , posted on 12:37 PM, March 12, 2021
In this Challenge, students will use the WhiteBox Learning simulation software to construct and test virtual turbines and wind farms
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From KidWind:

In partnership with Flinn Scientific’s WhiteBox Learning, we are excited to announce a special KidWind Challenge for the remaining months of this super crazy school year.  A totally virtual KidWind Challenge! Sure we think hands on is the best -- but when you that gets challenging you just have to find another way...

Using the KidWind 2.0 Wind Turbine Simulator students will construct and test turbines and wind farms in a totally online environment. The only requirement is an internet-connected computer (tablets are not supported).

This challenge is open to students all over the globe!  There are three divisions (4-5, 6-8, 9-12).  Students can participate alone or on a team.  Teams will be free to use the simulator till June 30th.  

On May 8th the KidWind Simulation Challenge will close and the top 10 teams will be awarded over $2000 in prizes. Top performers will also be invited to the virtual 2021 National KidWind Challenge which will happen in early June.  

Registration for the KidWind Simulation Challenge is $25 per coach, with each coach able to register up to 5 students (they can participate as a team or individuals).  Scholarships are available - depends on location and need.

To learn more about the Simulation Challenge join our webinar on March 18th at 5PM.  This is all a big experiment so join us on this journey!

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