# Tech-Based Summer Camps This Camp Helps Children Learn How to Use New Technology By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-12-29 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/use-new-technology References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2041975850/technology-summer-camp?ref=category) & [kidkoderacademy.wix](http://kidkoderacademy.wix.com/one-page-layout-new) 'Kid Koder'z City' is a new type of summer camp that teaches children how to use new technology. In the past, summer camp was associated with activities such as hiking, swimming and canoeing. However, now camp has become an opportunity for children to learn a whole new skill set. Kid Koder'z City is a summer camp program that gives children the opportunity to learn how to use new technology in a completely immersive environment. The camp revolves around a [technology-based curriculum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-literacy-curriculum) that is designed to inspire creativity while also equipping children with transferable skills. The idea is to pique children's curiosity about technology and encourage them to explore future careers in STEM fields. Kid Koder'z City is currently running a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/circuitmess-batmobile) campaigns to move the program from a private setting to a fully-equiped camp facility. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Education](https://www.trendhunter.com/education) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Immersive Education:** The trend of immersive education in summer camps offers children the opportunity to learn and explore new technology in a hands-on environment. - **Tech-focused Curriculums:** The trend of summer camps implementing technology-based curriculums allows children to learn new skills while also fostering creativity and critical thinking. - **STEM Career Exploration:** The trend of summer camps inspiring children's curiosity and interest in technology encourages them to explore future careers in STEM fields. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Summer Camps:** Opportunities in the summer camp industry lie in creating immersive and technology-focused programs that cater to children's desire to learn new skills. - **Education:** The education industry can explore the development of immersive and technology-based curriculums to enhance learning experiences for children. - **STEM Fields:** There are opportunities for businesses in the STEM fields to engage with summer camps and inspire children's curiosity and interest in technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Child-Centric Metaverse Coding Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coding-platforms.md) - [Virtual Summer Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-little-bites.md) - [Dog Enrichment Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-camp-for-dogs.md) - [Youth-Focused Technology Programing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nasa-space-apps-challenge1.md) - [Gamified Digital Learning Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khired-kids.md) - [Educational Coding Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codeventure.md) - [Family-Inclusive Summer Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zia-family-focus.md) - [Preschool Coding Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codie-blocks.md) - [Child-Friendly Cooking Camps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-lion-cooking-camps.md)