- 4132
- 222
- 5
- 7
- 0
- Help Ukraine
About the solution
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, schools around the world were forced to close and many students did not have the opportunity to attend the traditional graduation ceremonies. But a group of 8 students from an elementary school in Japan were determined not to miss the opportunity to celebrate. So, they turned to the popular block-building game Minecraft to solve the problem.
To host the ceremony, they built a virtual assembly hall, with a stage and seating area for all the guests. There was also a big red carpet for all the students to take their virtual walk to the stage. The ceremony took place just like a typical event: the students’ avatar walked the red carpet in procession and took their seats. A student gave a speech in representation of the class and then, one by one, students went to the stage to receive their diplomas.
The idea came easily to the students since they were already regular players and, during lockdown, they turned to the videogame as a way to keep connected.
One of the student’s father shared images of the ceremony on social media, which quickly went viral. Since then, many other schools have followed the example and hosted their graduation ceremonies in the game, including some of the top universities in the world.
Adapted from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51930728
https://www.businessinsider.com/japanese-students-organize-minecraft-vir...
This solution shall not include mention to the use of drugs, chemicals or biologicals (including food); invasive devices; offensive, commercial or inherently dangerous content. This solution was not medically validated. Proceed with caution! If you have any doubts, please consult with a health professional.
DISCLAIMER: This story was written by someone who is not the author of the solution, therefore please be advised that, although it was written with the utmost respect for the innovation and the innovator, there can be some incorrect statements. If you find any errors please contact the patient Innovation team via info@patient-innovation.com
-
-
110
-
0
-
2204
Ugandan innovator creates shields for motorcycle taxis
Social interaction
COMMUNICATION: Communicating, whether by speaking, listening, or other means
Covid19
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Strategy/Tip
Sore throat
Fever
Fatigue
Nasal congestion
Dry cough
Sharp chest pain worsened by breathing (pleuritic pain)
Sinus pain or pressure.
Shortness of breath
Improving respiratory function
Promoting self-management
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
General and Family Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Pneumology
Uganda
-
-
-
221
-
0
-
3560
Volunteers in Portugal create app that tells you the size of supermarket queues
COMMUNICATION: Communicating, whether by speaking, listening, or other means
Social interaction
Covid19
App (Including when connected with wearable)
Chest pain or discomfort
Sore throat
Fever
Fatigue
Difficulty breathing deeply
Nasal congestion
Dry cough
Sinus pain or pressure.
Shortness of breath
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Raise awareness
Caregiving Support
General and Family Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Pneumology
Public Health
Portugal
-
-
-
182
-
0
-
3372
Young man launches radio station to help his village cope with the Covid-19 pandemic
COMMUNICATION: Communicating, whether by speaking, listening, or other means
Social interaction
Covid19
Social Media
Online service
Podcast
Sore throat
Fever
Fatigue
Nasal congestion
Dry cough
Sharp chest pain worsened by breathing (pleuritic pain)
Sinus pain or pressure.
Shortness of breath
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Raise awareness
General and Family Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Pneumology
Public Health
India
-