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6-week design lab: learn it, build it, show it.

This is your class mission hub. Every week includes a short lecture, a hands-on build, and a mini project you can actually show. Everything here is free and browser-friendly so students ages 15 through adult can create in class without stress.

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12class sessions (2x/week)
18micro-project options
100%free tool stack
1demo day showcase

Class flow each session

Keep every session moving with a rhythm students can trust. Start with energy, build fast, and end with a win.

20 min Spark lecture

  • One core concept in plain language
  • One real-life cloud or AI example
  • One quick check-for-understanding

35 min Build sprint

  • Students build with a guided handout
  • Pair teens with adults for support
  • Instructor circulates for checkpoints

20 min Show + reflect

  • 2 to 3 student demos each class
  • What worked / what was hard / next step
  • Assign tiny at-home bonus challenge

6-week lecture + lab plan (12 sessions)

Each week has a Day A and Day B class. Day A introduces the concept and starts the build. Day B finishes, upgrades, and presents. Week 1 can be used as your re-engagement reset.

Week 1: Innovation lab workshop

Build Day
  1. Day A: Build It With AI workshop (90 minutes, high-interaction format).
  2. Day A challenge: Create business name, slogan, flyer, social post, and pitch.
  3. Day B: Turn the business into a basic website concept.
  4. Day B bridge: Introduce cloud naturally by asking where websites live.
  5. Weekly deliverable: 60-second pitch and starter homepage content.
Canva Google Slides ChatGPT

Week 2: AI prompts and responsible use

Build Day
  1. Day A: Prompt structure lecture (role, task, context, format) and safety basics.
  2. Day A lab: Prompt Remix challenge with three versions of one prompt.
  3. Day B: Build a study helper prompt pack for school or work.
  4. Day B stretch: Create role-based prompts for teen and adult users.
  5. Weekly deliverable: Prompt card with before-and-after output.
Microsoft Copilot ChatGPT Free Notion

Week 3: Data storytelling with cloud tools

Build Day
  1. Day A: Data literacy lecture (types, trends, and decisions).
  2. Day A lab: Clean a small CSV and chart it in Google Sheets.
  3. Day B: Build a "Community Needs Snapshot" data board.
  4. Day B stretch: Add one AI-generated insight paragraph.
  5. Weekly deliverable: One chart plus one insight sentence.
Google Sheets Kaggle Datasets Datawrapper

Week 4: Cloud security mission

Build Day
  1. Day A: Security lecture (passwords, MFA, phishing, and cloud identity).
  2. Day A lab: Security checklist sprint for a sample startup.
  3. Day B: Build a one-page "Secure My Account" guide.
  4. Day B stretch: Design a phishing simulation and response plan.
  5. Weekly deliverable: Team security scorecard.
Microsoft Learn Security Path Have I Been Pwned Canva

Week 5: Build your cloud + AI portfolio page

Build Day
  1. Day A: Portfolio lecture and examples of entry-level project pages.
  2. Day A lab: Build a one-page portfolio shell.
  3. Day B: Add three class artifacts and one reflection video.
  4. Day B stretch: Add badges, resume link, and contact form.
  5. Weekly deliverable: Shareable portfolio URL.
Google Sites GitHub Canva Websites

Week 6: Demo Day + Future Pathway Map

Showcase
  1. Day A: Career pathways lecture and certification next steps (AZ-900, AI-900).
  2. Day A lab: Rehearsal lightning demos with peer feedback.
  3. Day B: Final showcase and personal 90-day learning roadmap.
  4. Day B stretch: Team concept for community tech impact.
  5. Weekly deliverable: Final demo plus roadmap card.
AZ-900 Info AI-900 Info LinkedIn

Student mission tracker

Check these off each class to keep momentum high. Progress saves in this browser.

Actual classes: step-by-step directions

Class progress tracker

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Session 1: Innovation Lab - Build It With AIWeek 1 Day A (90-Min Workshop)

Goal: students understand AI and cloud in plain language, then build and pitch an AI-powered business idea.

Workshop outcomes

  1. Understand what AI and cloud computing are without heavy jargon.
  2. Generate a practical business idea tied to student interests.
  3. Use AI prompts to create branding and starter marketing assets.
  4. Deliver a short business pitch with confidence.

Facilitation mode (for small groups)

  1. Run this as a workshop, not a lecture. Keep it conversational and interactive.
  2. Use live prompts together and pause after each output to refine as a team.
  3. Track points using Cloud Quest to keep energy high.
  4. Prioritize creating artifacts over explaining theory for long stretches.

Slide-by-slide run of show (on-screen view)

  1. Slide 1 - Welcome to The Dope Cloud Teacher Innovation Lab: BUILD IT WITH AI. Learn. Create. Launch. Today's Mission: Create an AI-Powered Business.

    Speaker note: Set the tone that this session is hands-on, and students will leave with a real business concept, brand, marketing content, and a pitch.

  2. Slide 2 - Icebreaker: If someone gave you $500 today, what business would you start tomorrow?

    Speaker note: Have each learner answer. Encourage examples like gaming, music, clothing, hair, food, tech, YouTube, or sports. No wrong answers.

  3. Slide 3 - What Is AI?: AI is technology that helps humans solve problems faster. Examples: ChatGPT, Siri, Alexa, Netflix recommendations, TikTok feed.

    Speaker note: Ask who already uses those tools and connect AI to pattern recognition and prediction.

  4. Slide 4 - What Is The Cloud?: The cloud is renting computers on the internet.

    Speaker note: Use Netflix, Roblox, Fortnite, and YouTube examples to explain that modern apps run in cloud data centers.

  5. Slide 5 - Today's Challenge: Create a business name, logo idea, slogan, flyer, social post, and 30-second pitch.

    Speaker note: Explain that every step supports one business concept.

  6. Slide 6 - Cloud Quest: Level 1 Business Idea (10), Level 2 Name (20), Level 3 Logo Concept (30), Level 4 Flyer (50), Level 5 Pitch (100).

    Speaker note: Keep score visibly. Gamification increases participation quickly.

  7. Slide 7 - Prompt Engineering: A prompt is an instruction. Bad prompt: Create a business. Better prompt: Create a business idea for a 15-year-old interested in gaming with a budget of $500.

    Speaker note: Reinforce that prompt quality drives output quality.

  8. Slide 8 - Activity Time: Open ChatGPT and run: "Give me 10 business ideas I could start with $500."

    Speaker note: Have learners discuss results and choose one concept to build.

  9. Slide 9 - Build The Brand: Prompt AI to create business name, slogan, and mission statement.

    Speaker note: Coach students to refine and personalize outputs.

  10. Slide 10 - Build The Marketing: Prompt AI to create a flyer advertising the business.

    Speaker note: Discuss audience, voice, and clear call-to-action.

  11. Slide 11 - Social Media Challenge: Prompt AI to create an Instagram post, TikTok caption, and Facebook post.

    Speaker note: Show how platform messaging changes while brand voice stays consistent.

  12. Slide 12 - Shark Tank Time: Present your business in 60 seconds.

    Speaker note: Ask: What problem do you solve? Who is your customer? Why would someone buy?

  13. Slide 13 - What Did We Learn?: AI, cloud, prompting, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

    Speaker note: Emphasize progress and confidence built in one class.

  14. Slide 14 - Homework: Improve logo, flyer, and pitch. Bonus: create a website mockup.

    Speaker note: Preview next session as "Build Your Website" and bridge to cloud by asking where websites live.

Session 2: Service model matchWeek 1 Day B

Goal: students apply IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS to simple scenarios.

Lab directions

  1. Read three scenario cards from the board.
  2. Match each to IaaS, PaaS, or SaaS and explain your choice.
  3. Create "My App Idea" card with your chosen model.
  4. Add one cost-saving idea using a cloud calculator.
Session 3: Prompt basicsWeek 2 Day A

Goal: students write better prompts with clear structure.

Lab directions

  1. Open Copilot or ChatGPT and run a basic prompt (version 1).
  2. Rewrite prompt using role + task + context + format.
  3. Run version 2 and compare quality.
  4. Save both outputs in your session notes.
Session 4: Prompt remix challengeWeek 2 Day B

Goal: students produce a reliable study-helper prompt.

Lab directions

  1. Create prompt version 3 with constraints and output format.
  2. Test with partner on a real school/work question.
  3. Apply one bias/safety check before finalizing.
  4. Publish your final prompt card with examples.
Session 5: Data cleanup sprintWeek 3 Day A

Goal: students clean and prepare a small dataset.

Lab directions

  1. Open a sample CSV in Google Sheets.
  2. Fix blank labels and inconsistent values.
  3. Create one clean table with clear headers.
  4. Build first chart (bar or line).
Session 6: Data story boardWeek 3 Day B

Goal: students turn charts into a practical data story.

Lab directions

  1. Create a one-page dashboard snapshot from your sheet.
  2. Write one insight in plain language.
  3. Add one recommendation based on the trend.
  4. Share with partner and revise for clarity.
Session 7: Security basicsWeek 4 Day A

Goal: students identify core account-security protections.

Lab directions

  1. Review MFA, password hygiene, and phishing examples.
  2. Score risks on the class security checklist.
  3. Pick top three account protections.
  4. Document one action you can apply this week.
Session 8: Secure account guideWeek 4 Day B

Goal: students build a usable cyber safety guide.

Lab directions

  1. Create a one-page "Secure My Account" guide.
  2. Include setup steps for MFA and safe password storage.
  3. Add one phishing red-flag checklist.
  4. Swap guides with partner and revise.
Session 9: Portfolio shellWeek 5 Day A

Goal: students launch a one-page project portfolio.

Lab directions

  1. Open Google Sites or GitHub and create your portfolio page.
  2. Add title, bio, and skills section.
  3. Create three project placeholders.
  4. Publish draft URL.
Session 10: Portfolio upgradeWeek 5 Day B

Goal: students add evidence and improve usability.

Lab directions

  1. Add screenshots, links, and one short reflection video.
  2. Include one accessibility improvement (contrast, headings, alt text).
  3. Link to LinkedIn profile if available.
  4. Peer review with one actionable improvement note.
Session 11: Demo rehearsalWeek 6 Day A

Goal: students prepare a confident final presentation.

Lab directions

  1. Build a 3-slide demo deck (problem, solution, impact).
  2. Practice a 2-minute talk with timer.
  3. Collect two peer feedback comments.
  4. Update slides and portfolio links.
Session 12: Final showcaseWeek 6 Day B

Goal: students present final work and set next steps.

Lab directions

  1. Deliver final 2-3 minute showcase.
  2. Submit portfolio link and top project artifact.
  3. Create a 90-day learning plan (certification + project goal).
  4. Connect with one classmate on LinkedIn for accountability.

Classroom vibes visual board

Use these visuals in class promos and rec center communications to show the energy of your lab.

Students and instructor in a community classroom

Rec Center Learning Lab

Community classroom feel with students collaborating around tech projects.

Black woman teaching students in a computer lab

Instructor Leadership

Hands-on facilitation and confidence-building in a practical computer lab setup.

Comic strip style visual of workshop scenes

Comic Strip Storyboard

A playful sequence from idea spark to final pitch for flyers and social posts.

Instructor feature image

Feature Your Photo

Upload your own classroom photo to personalize this visual board in your browser.

Student account path: no-credit, low-complexity options

Use this order so students can learn and build without credit-card barriers or setup overload.

Path A: Microsoft Learn + Sandbox (recommended first)

Most modules can be completed directly in browser with guided steps. Many labs use sandbox environments that do not require personal billing setup.

  • Sign in with school/personal Microsoft account.
  • Start module and look for sandbox activation instructions.
  • Complete guided task + checkpoint quiz.
Open Microsoft Learn

Path B: Azure for Students (when eligible)

For eligible students, Azure for Students can provide credits and usually avoids requiring a credit card for signup.

  • Use student/school verification.
  • Create starter resource group and practice deployments.
  • Set spending safeguards and shutdown reminders.
Check Azure for Students

Path C: Simulation-only class mode

If accounts are blocked, run scenario labs in this page + Microsoft Learn reading/checks so no one falls behind.

  • Use cloud and AI lab cards as role-play simulations.
  • Complete cyber interactives below.
  • Submit reflection + architecture sketch for credit.
Open Cyber Simulations
CertificationBest labs to startMain skillsOfficial prep link
AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals Cloud Labs 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 Cloud concepts, core services, pricing, governance AZ-900 page
AI-900 Azure AI Fundamentals AI Labs 1 through 6 AI workloads, vision, language, generative AI, responsible AI AI-900 page
SC-900 Security, Compliance, and Identity Cloud Lab 5 + Cyber Scenarios 1, 2, 3 Identity, threat response, security controls, compliance mindset SC-900 page

Real-time cyber scenario interactives (3)

Run these in class as live decision games. Students pick an action, submit, and get immediate feedback tied to cert-ready security thinking.

Scenario 1: Phishing in Team Chat

A teammate sends an urgent "invoice" link in chat. You are project lead. What should happen first?

Awaiting team decision.

Scenario 2: Public Storage Exposure

A storage container with student submissions is accidentally public. What is the best immediate response?

Awaiting team decision.

Scenario 3: Suspicious Login Alert

You receive an alert for impossible travel login on a shared class admin account.

Awaiting team decision.

Cyber sim score: 0 of 3 correct

Grab-and-go class assets

Use these pages during class for lectures, pathways, and student access in one click.

Lesson Hub Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 3 Student Dashboard Instructor Playbook Printable Instructor Guide Printable Session 1 Slide Handout Printable Student Worksheets Build It With AI Claude Design