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MIT Design Challenge Track

An advanced, MIT-inspired portfolio challenge for Calgary teens who want to practice rigorous design thinking, systems thinking, and prototype-based storytelling.

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Important: this track is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by MIT. It does not provide MIT credit and does not guarantee admission to MIT or any university.

Why This Page Exists

The original MIT PDF was an unfinished internal offer. Instead of publishing a half-complete promise, CYDS now presents the idea as a transparent interest track while the curriculum is completed.

Challenge Brief

Students respond to a real urban problem with research, sketches, models, and a concise design argument.

Systems Thinking

The track emphasizes users, constraints, tradeoffs, evidence, iteration, and impact.

Portfolio Output

The intended outcome is a polished project case study, not a certificate or admissions shortcut.

Before Launch

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Complete curriculum outline

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Confirm mentor/reviewer availability

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Publish dates, workload, and parent notes

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Students can join CYDS now and indicate interest in the MIT Design Challenge Track on the form.

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