A Global Learning and Awarding Program for Student Innovation Projects
2024
NEXT IDEA
MATTERS
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What is NIM
NIM (Next Idea Matters) is a global platform for young minds to unleash their idea and excellence. Across the globe, we identify exceptional projects initiated and completed by high school students, fostering the remarkable growth of youth. NIM encourages high school students to think ambitiously, research deeply, plan meticulously, and act proactively, transforming ideas into tangible endeavors and making a real impact.
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At NIM, bring your ideas to life by completing a high-quality student project.
Idea Tracks
NIM currently offers eight distinct tracks, each with its specific requirements, processes, and evaluation criteria.
A student can enter one project in each track and multiple tracks as long as their capacity allows.
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Students are tasked with selecting a sustainable development issue in their local community and make a practical solution through sustainability innovation.
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Conduct firsthand interviews and questionnaire surveys to study a phenomen in human society, and write a research report.
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The focus is on influencing the target audience's awareness, attitudes, and behaviors through effective information communication and dissemination.
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Students are challenged to generate new value or enhance efficiency through innovation in products, services, marketing, or business models.
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Students are required to identify a underprivileged group and propose economic innovations to enhance their well-being.
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Students are required to engage in academic research on a specific academic issue and write a research paper.
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Conduct in-depth exploration on an urban ecological issue through field research and stakeholder investigation, and design a solution.
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Students must choose a human-centered problem, apply design thinking to propose solutions, create prototypes, and conduct testing.
Global Advisory Board
NIM's advisors and judges are drawn from globally esteemed academic institutions.
Your Idea Matters
Remarkable undertakings often originate from a single, powerful idea. The initial concept might seem impractical or unremarkable, but its true potential is revealed only when put into action. The crucial part is not to let it slip away but to grasp it firmly.
Earth Hour
Began as a small idea encouraging people to turn off non-essential lights for one hour.
#Uber
Began as a small idea of using smartphones to hail rides.
Telemedicine
Started as a small idea to provide remote healthcare services.
CRISPR Technology
Originated from a small idea of understanding and utilizing the bacterial immune system.
Khan Academy
Started as a small idea to provide free online educational resources.
Post-it Notes
Originated from a small idea of creating a reusable bookmark.
NIM Support Package
NIM provides extensive support for students undertaking PBL projects. Regardless of your starting point, with NIM's methods and guidance, every student can successfully bring their project to fruition.
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Video Courses
NIM offers all students video courses that cover how to conduct projects and achieve success in NIM. These courses provide students with a comprehensive and intuitive understanding of project implementation and NIM participation.
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Project Framework
For each project, NIM supplies a detailed project framework, guiding students through each step. Each module in the project framework instructs students on what needs to be done.
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Tools & Materials
NIM provides practical tools and resource packages for the crucial steps of different projects, helping students navigate their work with precision. These tools and resource packages offer step-by-step instructions on how to proceed.
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Self-Checklists
For each stage of various projects, NIM has crafted detailed self-checklists, enabling students to assess the accuracy of their work. These self-checklists empower students to evaluate the correctness of their efforts.
