Science, Engineering & Technology
Robotics / Electronics / CAD
Start Date
May 2025
End Date
Ongoing
Sessions Completed
<div class="assets-links"><a class="assets-link" href="https://ucarecdn.com/4f9388ee-c465-4d15-8720-7431a15b65cb/"><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/605190260cb9b4c3a9de71c8/680115d2ef2b7533efbc7b88_Frame.svg"><div class="inter-400">Lecture and Debugging Slides</div></a></div>

<div class="student-mentor-item-div-top-info"><div class="inter-700 _20">Rylan</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align">Grade 6</div></div>

<div class="student-mentor-item-div-top-info"><div class="inter-700 _20">Dadmehr Daniel Ghasemfar</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align">Duke University</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align">Mechanical Engineering</div></div>
Rylan was a sixth grader with a vibrant curiosity for robotics and STEM, seeking guidance to channel his interests into a meaningful project. He needed support in developing executive functioning skills while exploring complex concepts in a hands-on manner. Rylan aimed to enhance his creativity and leadership through a structured mentorship experience.
<div class="case-study-match-wrapper"><div class="match-item"><div class="apercu-mono-pro-700 _20">Shared Passion for Robotics</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align text-black-80">Daniel's enthusiasm for robotics perfectly matched Rylan's interests, fostering a collaborative environment for creativity.</div></div><div class="match-item"><div class="apercu-mono-pro-700 _20">Hands-On Learning Approach</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align text-black-80">Daniel's practical teaching style enabled Rylan to engage deeply with complex concepts through hands-on projects.</div></div><div class="match-item"><div class="apercu-mono-pro-700 _20">Supportive and Patient Guidance</div><div class="inter-400 _16 left-align text-black-80">Daniel's patient mentorship helped Rylan navigate challenges, building confidence and resilience in problem-solving.</div></div></div>
Rylan has made significant progress in his robotics project, demonstrating newfound skills in electronics and programming. He aims to complete the arcade console project while continuing to deepen his understanding of coding and engineering principles. With Daniel's ongoing support, Rylan is excited to showcase his work and further develop his leadership abilities.
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