Where to start with Technology in education or as organisation?
Which problem do you want to solve and what kind of tech is useful for that?
What is affordable, adaptive and sustainable to buy?
These questions and a lot of playful, but serious and professional technology, is brought to you by the Technology Coach(open new window). Experienced tech-professionals who can learn you all about it.
10-300 visitors in 4 or 8 hours.
transportation | smart home | robotics | extended reality (XR-VR) | biohacking | programming IoT | gamefication | AI
innovation: embracing change and using it in a meaningful way for a better future
These technologies and various projects are available for the Tech Inspiration Table and TechnologyCoach sessions.
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LUMA Ultra AR/XR Glasses
Learn about this LUMA Ultra AR/XR Glasses by making this tutorial(open new window)
- Lightweight XR glasses with a virtual immersive display
- AR/XR technology, spatial computing, and immersive media
- To create portable immersive experiences for work, gaming, and entertainment
Reachy Mini
Learn about Reachy Mini by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A small programmable social robot with AI interaction
- Robotics, AI, coding, and human-robot interaction
- To explore accessible social robotics and creative AI applications
Tale Bot
Learn about the Tale Bot by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A screen-free storytelling and coding robot for children
- Sequencing, logic, storytelling, and basic programming
- To introduce young learners to coding through play
Dash Bot
Learn about Dash Bot by making this tutorial(open new window)
- An interactive robot controlled through coding apps
- Programming, problem-solving, and robotics basics
- To make STEM learning fun and hands-on
Leaphy Starling
Learn about the Leaphy Starling by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A DIY educational robot kit for coding and electronics
- Programming, sensors, and engineering skills
- To teach technology through building and experimentation
Ropet Social AI friend
Learn about Ropet Social AI friend by making this tutorial(open new window)
- An AI-powered emotional support companion robot
- AI interaction, emotions in technology, and companionship design
- To explore social connection between humans and AI
Moonbird Breathing Coach
Learn about the Moonbird breathing coach by reading this manual this tutorial(open new window)
- A handheld breathing coach for relaxation exercises
- Breathing techniques, mindfulness, and stress reduction
- To improve calmness, focus, and wellbeing
Muse 2 EEG
Learn about the Muse 2 EEG by this tutorial(open new window)
- A wearable EEG headband that measures brain activity
- Meditation, neurofeedback, and focus training
- To increase self-awareness and mental wellbeing
LEGO Spike Prime
Learn about the LEGO Spike Prime kit by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A programmable LEGO robotics and engineering kit
- Coding, robotics, mechanics, and teamwork
- To teach STEM through creative building projects
UGOT 7 Robots kit
Learn about UGOT Robots by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A robotics kit with multiple programmable robot designs, including computervision
- Robotics, coding, and electronics
- To encourage hands-on technical creativity
Teslacoil on music
Learn about Teslacoil by watching this video-tutorial(open new window)
- A Tesla coil synchronized to play music with electrical arcs
- Electricity, sound waves, and high-voltage technology
- To demonstrate science in a visually exciting way
Pulsetto: Biohack your stresslevel
Learn about Pulsetto by reading this article about the science behind this device(open new window)
- A wearable device using vagus nerve stimulation for relaxation
- Stress management, biohacking, and nervous system regulation
- To improve relaxation and mental resilience
Wiphone: LoRa, WIFI, IoT
Learn about WiPhone by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A hackable open-source modular phone
- Electronics, communication technology, and hardware hacking
- To experiment with customizable mobile technology
Flipper Zero Hackers Tool
Learn about this hackers-tool Flipper Zero by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A portable cybersecurity and hardware hacking tool
- RFID, NFC, wireless communication, and security concepts
- To explore and test digital systems responsibly
AlphaMini Robot
Learn about AlphaMini by this information(open new window)
- A humanoid robot with movement, speech, and AI features
- Robotics, AI interaction, and programming
- To make robotics engaging and interactive
Theta 360 Photo & Video
Learn about shooting 360 images and video by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A 360° camera for immersive photo and video capture
- VR media creation, panoramic imaging, and storytelling
- To create immersive visual experiences
Cyberpi AI & IoT
Learn about Cyberpi by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A programmable AI and IoT learning controller
- AI, sensors, networking, and coding
- To teach smart technology and connected devices
Meta Quest & Oculus Go
Learn about VR-glasses by doing this ;)
- Virtual reality headsets for immersive digital experiences
- VR design, interactive media, and simulation
- To explore immersive learning and virtual environments
OzoBot
Learn about OzoBot by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A tiny robot that follows color-coded commands
- Coding logic, sequencing, and robotics basics
- To introduce coding in an easy visual way
WOW-cube (Interactive Rubix)
Learn about the WOW-cube by watching this video(open new window)
Or visit the Playstore(open new window) to search for games for this cube.
- A Rubik’s Cube-style gaming and programming device
- Spatial thinking, gaming technology, and coding
- To combine puzzles with interactive digital learning
Social Robot Vertelknuffel SamBuddy
Learn about the Social Robot Vertelknuffel SAMBuddy by reading this blog(open new window)
- A social storytelling companion focused on emotional connection
- Communication, emotional expression, and inclusive technology
- To support wellbeing, inclusion, and social interaction
3D Led Holofan
Learn about the 3D Led Holofan by watching this video(open new window)
- A rotating LED display creating floating 3D visuals
- Visual technology, holographic effects, and digital media
- To create eye-catching interactive presentations
3D Printing with Ultimaker
Learn about 3D-printing with a Ultimaker by making this tutorial(open new window) (PDF)
- A 3D printer for creating physical objects from digital designs
- Design, prototyping, engineering, and manufacturing
- To turn digital ideas into real-world objects
ClicBot: Modular Robot
Learn about Programming 1000+ robots with one modular system.(open new window)
- A modular robot that can be rebuilt into different forms
- Robotics, AI, coding, and engineering design
- To encourage creativity through modular robotics
DJI Tello and Mini2 Drones
Learn about Programming DJI Tello Drones by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A programmable mini drone for flight and coding experiments
- Drone control, coding, and aerodynamics
- To learn robotics and flight technology interactively
LEGO Mindstorms EV3
Learn about LEGO Mindstorms EV3 by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A programmable LEGO robotics platform
- Robotics, coding, engineering, and automation
- To build and program intelligent machines
MakeyMakey
Learn about MakeyMakey by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A kit that turns everyday objects into touch controllers
- Circuits, creativity, and interactive design
- To make electronics playful and accessible
Makeblock MBot
Learn about Makeblock and MBot by making this tutorial(open new window) (select mBot in Devices first)
- A beginner-friendly robot for coding and electronics
- Robotics, sensors, and programming basics
- To introduce STEM learning through robotics
RaspberryPi
Learn about RaspberryPi by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A compact computer for programming and electronics projects
- Coding, Linux, IoT, and hardware integration
- To make computing and innovation accessible
AR MergeCube
Learn about AR MergeCube by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A cube used for augmented reality educational experiences
- AR technology, 3D visualization, and interactive learning
- To make digital learning more immersive
Scratch
Learn about Scratch by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A free opensource visual drag-and-drop programming platform
- Coding logic, animation, and computational thinking
- To teach programming in an easy creative way
BYOR
Learn about BYOR by making this tutorial(open new window) (PDF)
- A hands-on approach to designing and building robots with cardboard and craftmaterials
- Engineering, coding, and creative problem-solving
- To encourage maker skills and innovation in crafts and technology
LittleBits
Learn about Littlebits by making this tutorial(open new window)
- Modular electronic blocks that snap together without wiring
- Electronics, invention, and prototyping
- To simplify learning about circuits and invention
Micro:bit
Learn about Micro:bit by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A programmable mini-computer for educational projects
- Coding, sensors, electronics, and IoT basics
- To inspire creativity with technology
Arduino
Learn about Arduino and Board by making this tutorial(open new window)
- A free, open-source electronics and prototyping platform, to program microprocessors
- Programming, electronics, and embedded systems
- To build interactive hardware projects
FlipFlop
Learn about the A-stable Multivibrator (FlipFlop) by making this tutorial(open new window)
- An electronic circuit that continuously switches states
- Oscillators, timing circuits, and electronics fundamentals
- To understand the basics of digital electronics and signal generation
TECH TABLE
3D Printing
Create & imagine:
This is possible at any scale level! Just like you can print houses, cars and pancakes. Customization is an important aspect. Mass production is less practical.
IoT: small data transmission and connections
How do you know that there is a full trashcan on a big airport or mall, without sending someone to investigate? Or where are the free parking places in a city? Send data over a very long distance, without high battery consumption.
Augmented Reality & 360 media
Experience the virtual world as layer over the real world. Application through which augmented information helps us oversee and understand the real world. Besides that 360 photo and video cams are able to digitalise the physical world through photgrammetry.
Social Virtual Reality
Meet others and collaborate virtually and worldwide in a surprising metaverse. Without travel time, independent of place and time.
Computer Vision
Play 'Tic-Tac-Toe' and experience how a computer can 'see'. This principle is also applied in self-driving cars and can recognize many different shapes.
Drones
Transport is a major challenge, as is the increase in delivery services relative to climate targets and infrastructure. Can Drones help us with this?
Social Robots
How can robots help with social and psychological issues and keep work pressure and costs manageable? The Telling Hug is such a social robot for child welfare.
EEG and Biometrics
Read your brain, gain insight into your mood & learn to meditate better.
Smart Materials
Prevention can prevent complex problems. By warning and monitoring in good time, we can intervene in time. Textiles, glass and ink can be used 'smartly' in our environment.
Robotics
Blockchain
PROJECTS
Robot with heart rate and sensor
UVA Research on Affection and Robots
WORKSHOPS
SESSION PICTURES
ABOUT US
CreativeHubs aims to disseminate and share ideas, knowledge and experience of creative technology within organizations as a 'hub'. Through awareness and interaction, new ideas arise and the approach to questions or dilemmas in a school, organization or start-up is renewed.
With the word 'hub' one can think of the hub in a bicycle wheel, the center of the spokes. In a network, a hub is the center of the connected elements.
Consult with Raoul Postel of CreativeHubs? Come to the Permanent Future Lab Utrecht on Monday (Seats2Meet Utrecht CS, Explore Ruimte)
TAGs: Concepts | Design-Thinking | Internet of Things | Virtual Reality | Augmented Reality | Interaction | Do It Yourself | Graphic Design | WebDevelopment | 3D Printing | Video Mapping | Blockchain | Robots | Education
SUPPORTIVE CREDITs: Jurjen de Vries, Rebecca Grootelaar, Nick van Breda, René van der Weerd, Samir Lahiri, Fanny Claasen, Susan Au, Grafisch Lyceum Utrecht, Tom van de Wetering, Seats2Meet Utrecht CS, Permanent Beta, Permanent Future Lab
EduTechTable
How do drones fly? Solder the first bit of memory. Start programming the Micro:bit or Scratch. Where do we use the 'eyes of a bat' for in robotics? Play a game on a soft pillow or an interactive Rubik-cube and much more educational tech.
For public schools/universities / Morning 09:00-11:30 or Afternoon 13:00-15:30 / excl. travel expenses / excl. VAT-BTW or 0% / Incl. setup /needed 2-3 tables and a powercable
Hackaton Prototyping Guidance
Guidance by building small prototypes to present your ideas. Experiment with challenging technology as 3D-printing, programming sensors and other electronics. Our professional guidance and experience in tech is included during the day!
Per day 09:30-16:00 / excl. travel expenses / excl. VAT-BTW / Incl. setup /needed 2-3 tables and a powercable
VrijMiBooost!
Fun-Tech-Session to close the end of the week with playfull technology. Make music on fruit, let a robot do KungFu, go on a virtual holiday in the 4D VR-beachchair, fear your heights in Virtual Reality and more exciting experiences!
Donate the EduTechTable to a school or project with children of your choice, within this order (w.r.t. €495,-)
Friday 15:00-17:30 / excl. travel expenses / excl. VAT-BTW / Incl. setup /needed 2-3 tables and a powercable / above 50 visitors we guide this session with extra supervisors to guide every visitor properly.
TechologyCoach for Business
Which technology can assist you by solving issues in your organization? Customized tech-session adapted to your question and business. Combine different themes as artificial intelligence, extended reality, internet of things, computer vision, drones, biometrics and robotics to give your staff a fun and inspirational day at the office!
Morning 09:00-15:00 or Afternoon 12:00-18:00 / excl. travel expenses / excl. VAT-BTW / incl. setup /needed 2-3 tables and a powercable / above 50 visitors we guide this session with extra supervisor to guide every visitor properly.