INTERNATIONAL FINAL 2026–27 / ZHUHAI, CHINA / 23–26 JANUARY 2027

ICT (PROJECT)

Information and Communication Technology

Project Themes & Requirements

From building digital logic to designing real-world tech solutions. Find your grade group below and explore your scenario, task, deliverable, and criteria to win. No advanced coding or technical background is required—all concepts focus on foundational computational thinking and logical design.

Grade K

Grades 1–3

Grades 4–6

Grades 7–9

Grades 10–12

01 / GRADE K

Digital Logic & Sequencing

Core focus: Algorithms, Step-by-Step Instructions, and Patterns

The scenario

Students are introduced to a grid-based “map” on a piece of paper. A toy character (or cutout) needs to navigate from a starting point to a “treasure chest” without bumping into obstacles (like rocks or trees).

Your task

The student must act as the programmer. They will lay down physical arrow cards (Up, Down, Left, Right) in a straight line to create a sequence of steps that guides the character safely to the treasure.

WHAT TO SUBMIT

A 30-second audio/video clip holding up their sequence of arrow cards and moving their toy along the grid, explaining: “My robot went two steps up and one step right to find the treasure!”

Criteria to win

Clear recognition that digital devices require precise, ordered, step-by-step instructions (an algorithm) to complete a task successfully.

02 / GRADES 1–3

Data Organization & Classification

Core focus: Categorization, File Management, and Search Efficiency

The scenario

Students are given a messy “Digital Toy Box” containing 15 different items mixed together (e.g., images of blue blocks, red cars, video games, books, puzzle pieces).

Your task

The student must design a simple, logical storage system using labeled “folders” (either drawn on paper or created on a desktop computer). They must sort the 15 items into no more than 3 or 4 clear categories so that someone else can find a specific item in under 3 seconds.

WHAT TO SUBMIT

A simple drawing or screenshot of their organized folders containing the items, accompanied by a short verbal explanation of why they grouped the items this way.

Criteria to win

Correctly demonstrating how sorting data into logical categories makes finding and retrieving information faster and more efficient.

03 / GRADES 4–6

User Interface (UI) Design & Accessibility

Core focus: App Layout, Input/Output, and User Experience (UX)

The scenario

The school needs a simple mobile app screen for students to easily pre-order their lunch. The design must be clear enough for young students who are still learning to read or students who have color-blindness.

Your task

Students will sketch a single-screen layout for the “Smart School Lunch App.” They must decide where to put the buttons, how to use clear visual icons (like an apple for snacks or water bottle for drinks), and make sure the layout is intuitive.

WHAT TO SUBMIT

A paper sketch or a basic digital layout of the app screen, with clear labels identifying the Input (what the user taps) and the Output (what the screen shows next).

Criteria to win

Creating a clean, uncluttered user interface that makes it easy for anyone to complete the ordering task with minimal errors.

04 / GRADES 7–9

Digital Security & Privacy Habits

Core focus: Password Security, Phishing Awareness, and Data Protection

The scenario

A family shares multiple smart devices at home. Members of the family keep making common security mistakes, such as using “password123” for everything or clicking on random pop-up links promising free game downloads.

Your task

The student acts as a junior cybersecurity consultant. They must design an easy-to-understand “Family Cyber-Shield Blueprint” poster. The blueprint must translate technical safety concepts into a few simple household rules to protect personal data online.

WHAT TO SUBMIT

A 1-page digital or hand-drawn poster mapping out 3 to 4 golden rules of online safety, featuring a brief explanation of why each rule protects their digital identity.

Criteria to win

Presenting highly practical, realistic security habits that protect personal data without requiring advanced software or complex tools.

05 / GRADES 10–12

System Workflows & Digital Solutions

Core focus: System Architecture, Data Flowcharts, and Tech Ethics

The scenario

A local community center organizes a book donation drive. Currently, volunteers track everything using messy, hand-written notebooks. This leads to lost books, double-booked drop-off times, and hours spent calling donors to confirm details.

Your task

Students act as system analysts. Without writing any actual code, they must design the logical system workflow for a “Community Donation Tracker” platform. They will map out exactly how information travels: from a donor entering details on a phone, to the central database, to the final notification received by a volunteer.

WHAT TO SUBMIT

A clear visual flowchart mapping out the system’s data cycle (Input → Processing → Storage → Output) paired with an explanatory text analysis (up to 1,000 words) discussing user data privacy and how automated systems reduce manual errors.

Criteria to win

Logical precision in the data flowchart, clear handling of system updates (e.g., what happens when storage is full), and a thoughtful approach to keeping user registration data private.

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WOO! International Final 2026–27 · Zhuhai, China · 23–26 January 2027