History and culture
Renaissance Lab
The Age of Genius
The Renaissance is an age in which art, invention and science change the way we look at the world.
Through iconic figures like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Galileo Galilei, kids discover how curiosity, observation and creativity gave rise to some of the most revolutionary ideas in history.
In this module, they don't just study the Renaissance: they learn to think like the great innovators of the time, observing, experimenting, designing and building.
Hands-on activities
What we actually do.
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Designing simple inventions and prototypes
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Design thinking and problem solving challenges
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Scientific experiments inspired by the Galilean method
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Building models and design notebooks
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Teamwork with different roles
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Final presentation of their ideas through a pitch
Skills developed
What stays after.
By the end of the module, students take away concrete skills and experiences connected to renaissance lab.
Observing with curiosity and a critical eye
Turning an idea into a concrete project
Experimenting through trial and error
Collaborating effectively in a team
Communicating and presenting ideas
Curriculum areas involved
Want to understand how Renaissance Lab fits into the Nova path?
Nova isn't a collection of separate courses: each module is part of an integrated yearly path.