Company Research Report: Augmented Intelligence Academy

Company Overview

• Name: Augmented Intelligence Academy

• Mission: To expose children to hands-on technology learning through play, teaching skills that are in high demand today and for the future, making a lasting impact on their lives.

• Founded: 2014

• Founder: German Dulanto

• Key People:

• Kenneth Lopez: Python, EV3, Micropython for EV3, Photoshop

• Jose Herrera: Python, EV3, Micropython for EV3

• Victoria Arzumanova: Raspberry Pi and Python

• Lazaro Acevedo: Python, EV3

• Alexandr Motovilov: Python, EV3, Micropython for EV3, Photoshop

• Michael Solomatin: EV3, Python

• Headquarters: No information is available

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Robotics and technology programs for children, using LEGO Education Sets to promote learning through play.

Products

Programs Offered

1. SPIKE Robotics from LEGO Education

• Target Audience: Elementary to High School students

• Description: Robotics programs utilizing LEGO Education Sets, including SPIKE Prime and SPIKE Essentials, designed to build STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) confidence in students.

#### Spike Prime

• Key Features:

• Combines colorful LEGO elements with easy-to-use hardware and an intuitive coding experience.

• Designed for middle school students (grades 6–8).

• Provides standards-aligned lessons that connect to real-life questions and observations.

• Encourages development of critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork.

#### Spike Essentials

• Key Features:

• Targeted at elementary school students.

• Focuses on learning through play, promoting curiosity and agency in learning.

• Designed to boost confidence and prepare students for lifelong learning.

2. Lego EV3 Mindstorms

• Key Features:

• Teaches core computer programming logic and reasoning skills using a robotics engineering context.

• Students learn to build moving robots, a task involving engineering, programming, and potentially leading to a CLAD Certification.

• Allows for CAD design and understanding of business principles like BOM (Bill of Materials), parts & labor cost, and profit calculation.

Recent Developments

• Recent Activities:

• Arrival and deployment of new sets of Spike Prime and iPads for use at various locations.

• Implementation of social-emotional learning through play using Lego Essentials.

• New Features and Programs:

• Introduction of the "Introduction to Programming EV3 Curriculum" to teach programming logic in a robotics context.

• Development of new learning methodologies through augmented intelligence and project-based learning to enhance critical thinking and leadership skills in students.

• Partnerships:

• Collaboration with local libraries and community centers to expand program outreach.

• Engagement with non-profit staff and volunteers to scale programs to reach more children.

Conclusion

The Augmented Intelligence Academy stands out for its dedication to transforming technology education for children by integrating play with learning, focusing particularly on STEAM disciplines through the use of LEGO Education products. It aims to empower the younger generation with the skills needed for future success in various technological fields by fostering an environment that emphasizes confidence, creativity, and problem-solving.