Approach
During the camps, problem-based learning is applied: students will form multidisciplinary teams to carry out a project work on a health and wellbeing related case. In Finland, the main focus is in ideation and concept design and development. In the Netherlands, main topics include human-computer interaction, experience labs, and business creation.
Specific themes include:
- (A) Mental: relaxation, stress management, sleep control
- (B) Physical: exercising, bio-feedback, wellbeing measurements
- (C) Social level: collaboration, sharing, motivation and games
After an introduction on the physical and mental issues from a societal point of view (cost of healthcare, quality of life) we will look at personal and social motivations for lifestyle changes. In particular the role of social media and group interaction will be discussed. For each of the themes, specific case study topics will be presented for the summer school participants.
Teams will be formed to develop a product concept and explore usability aspects and integration within ICT appliances (smartphones, etc.) and infrastructure. Finally, the products will be developed into potential business concepts. Talks and visits to companies will introduce students to business models for wellbeing products. The teams will develop a business plan for their product and will have to pitch the plan.