Frequently Asked Questions
About the Challenge
What is Rocket Revolution?
A free global schools challenge exploring rockets, engineering and the future of space travel. It runs from 5 to 11 October as part of World Space Week, delivered on ITZA's independent learning platform. Students complete learning activities and quizzes, earn badges and rewards, and compete with schools around the world.
Who is it for?
Students aged 10 to 18, in any country. It works with a single class, a science club, a whole year group or an entire school.
How much does it cost?
Nothing. The Challenge, the learning content and the full Teacher Toolkit are free.
Do we need to be in a particular time zone?
No. Content is available throughout the week and students work at their own pace, wherever they are.
How long does it take?
Around 90 minutes of interactive digital learning, released across the Challenge week. Students can spread it over several sessions or work through it faster if they want to.
For Teachers
What do I need to do?
Register your school to get your school code and access the Teacher Toolkit. Share the code with your students so they join your school team. From there the Challenge runs itself.
How much preparation is involved?
None is required. The Toolkit includes four ready-to-use Get Set lesson plans, classroom activities and a Challenge guide. Use as much or as little as suits your timetable.
Do I need to be a science specialist?
No. The lesson plans are written to be taught by any teacher, and the Challenge content is designed for students to work through independently.
Do I have to run it in lesson time?
Not at all. Students can take part in class, in a club, or at home. Many schools use a mix.
What if my students can't start on 5 October?
They can join at any point during the week and still take part fully.
What equipment do we need?
A device with an internet connection. ITZA works best on desktops and laptops but can be used on tablets and phones.
Is there anything after the Challenge?
Yes. Rocket Revolution leads into Mission to Mars, with over three hours of independent space learning and the Mission to Mars Credential.
For Students
How do I take part?
Ask your teacher for your school code, then sign up on ITZA and join your school team.
What will I actually be doing?
Working through learning content about rockets, engineering and space travel, then answering quizzes on what you've learned. New content is released each day of the Challenge week.
What do I earn?
Badges and rewards as you progress, plus a place on the leaderboards. You compete both as an individual and as part of your school.
Do I need to know a lot about space already?
No. Everything you need is in the content, and it starts from the beginning.
Can I work at my own pace?
Yes. Take it in one sitting or spread it across the week, whatever suits you.
What happens when the Challenge ends?
Winners are announced and rewards can be redeemed. If you want to keep going, Mission to Mars has hours more space learning and a credential to work towards.
