All about
CreateBase
CreateBase is aiming to inspire the next generation of creators through visceral creating experiences
and learning through guided discovery.
At CreateBase, we have developed an online tool that merges the benefits of physical and digital
learning. Our solution enables you and your students to create authentic solutions to real world
problems by programming digital robots.
Physical tools are cost-prohibitive
Many schools struggle to find the budget for expensive physical products. Even if
they do, there is often not enough for every student. This problem is made even
worse when products inevitably break and need to be replaced. This invariably
places restrictions on how students interact with the tool.
Physical tools are incompatible with online learning
In this tumultuous world that we live in, many students are forced or choose to
learn remotely. Trying to teach across these different environments with
physical tools is a struggle that is exacerbated by the price point of these
products.
Digital tools lack authenticity
Most digital tools rely on step-by-step instructions to push students through
coursework, with no relatability and little room for critical thinking. This
often results in students lacking engagement, a purpose behind their learning,
and the ability to apply what they learn.
At CreateBase, we envision a world where STEAM learning is driven not by standards and
assessments, but by students’ desire for exploration and discovery, both within
educational institutions and for the remainder of their lives.
STEAM is an abbreviation for Science, Technology, Engineering and
Mathematics that incorporates creative aspects found in Arts.
Exploration and Discovery
We want everyone to have the confidence to
by utilising concepts and knowledge in STEAM subjects.
Our mission is to provide educators and learners with quality tools to:
Reduce the amount of time that teachers spend researching, planning and creating STEAM
content so that they can focus on what they enjoy, teaching.
Deliver innovative educational content designed for modern learning, where students can
learn STEAM subjects and the connections between them by solving real-world problems.
Make learning STEAM subjects more enjoyable, engaging and meaningful than existing
offerings, for anyone, anywhere.
We provide educators with a collection of Projects to give interactive, engaging and
educational STEAM experiences to students.
Each Project guides students through the process of creating, testing
and evaluating a solution to an authentic problem by applying our 5-step Creation
Process.
Students interact with and program 3D simulations of robotic systems that merge the
tangibility and engagement of physical robotics with the accessibility of a digital
tool.
Projects integrate multiple STEAM disciplines and can be customised to suit the interests
of students.
Curriculum-aligned Lesson Plans
Each Project comes with a fully detailed series of lesson plans for teachers that
simplify the entire teaching process.
Lesson Plans:
Provide a complete framework for every teacher.
Ensure full curriculum alignment.
Include guides, explanations, examples and prompts.
Enable less admin, more teaching.
Provide flexibility for teachers to make it their own.
Interactive 3D Simulations
Each Project involves using one or more robotic systems to solve an authentic
problem.
Students use 3D simulations of robotic systems to:
Build and test solutions to authentic problems.
Program robotic systems with flow-based visual programming.
Learn generalisable programming concepts like logic and problem solving,
rather than arbitrary concepts like syntax.
Interact with 3D environments using realistic physics and mechanisms.
Learn through guided discovery rather than by following instructions.
Personalised & Gamified Platform
Projects are delivered through our online platform that can be accessed through an
internet
browser.
Teachers use our online platform to:
Create and manage classrooms.
Measure student progress and achievement.
Teach both in-person and remotely.
Let students own their learning with learning journals and self-reflection.
Projects Provide
Lesson Plans
Save teachers’ time creating educational STEAM content.
3D Simulations
Provide a fun and engaging learning experience for students.
Teachers with students between the ages of 8 to 18. We accommodate teachers of all levels of
expertise, from no knowledge of STEAM to experts in the field.
In the near future, we will open our platform to parents who want to supplement or become a
part of their child’s school education.
For creators by creators
CreateBase was formed in 2020, intending to make high-quality STEAM education accessible.
Our team of University of Auckland graduates uphold this, utilising our knowledge of
engineering, business, design, and science to create the future of education.
Together, we will continue to dream, innovate, and create.
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National winner of Red Bull Basement
CreateBase was the national winner of Red Bull Basement New Zealand 2020, and one of 38
finalists in the global Red Bull Basement program 2020.
Worldwide, more than 3800 student teams from all areas of study applied for the 2020 program
by submitting a video explaining their idea. A public vote narrowed the field to six top
ideas from students at The University of Auckland, The University of Waikato, The University
of Otago, AUT, Victoria University. After careful consideration, a panel of judges chose
the CreateBase as the best to represent the nation.
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Finalist in Velocity $100k Challenge
CreateBase was chosen as one of the 15 finalists in the Velocity $100k Challenge for 2020.
Across The University of Auckland, more than 80 teams from all areas of study applied for
the 2020 Velocity $100k Challenge by submitting a report explaining their idea. A panel of
judges selected the top 15 ideas, including CreateBase, to make through to the finals where
we spent ten weeks developing our business strategy.
