AP CSP Day 10 - Data Privacy

Course Information

• Course: AP Computer Science Principles
• Unit: Big Idea 2 - Computer Systems and Networks (CSN)
• Lesson: Day 10 (50 minutes)
• Learning Objective: CSN-1.J - Understand data privacy

Learning Objectives

Primary Goals

Students will be able to:

1. Define what data privacy is
2. Identify common data privacy issues
3. Understand methods for protecting personal data
4. Analyze real-world scenarios involving data privacy

AP Exam Alignment

• Big Idea 2: Computer Systems and Networks (16-20% of AP Exam)
• Essential Knowledge: CSN-1.J.1, CSN-1.J.2, CSN-1.J.3
• Computational Thinking Practice: 2.A - Develop algorithms for solving problems

Lesson Structure (50 minutes)

Opening Hook (10 minutes)

1.1 Welcome & Lesson Preview (5 minutes)

Teacher Activities:

• Recap previous day's content on network security
• Introduce today's topic on data privacy

Student Activities:

• Think about: "What are some examples of data privacy in daily life?"

1.2 Data Privacy Examples Challenge (5 minutes)

Activity: "Identify the Privacy Issue"
Instructions:

• Groups of 4-6 students
• Identify data privacy issues in given scenarios
• Discuss the importance of data privacy

Purpose: Activate thinking about data privacy

Core Content Instruction (20 minutes)

2.1 What is Data Privacy? (10 minutes)

Definition (CSN-1.J.1):

Data privacy involves protecting personal information from unauthorized access.

Key Concepts:

• Issues: Data breaches, tracking, surveillance
• Methods: Encryption, anonymization, consent
• Awareness: Staying informed about privacy risks

Case Study: Protecting personal data online

• Scenario: Using encrypted messaging apps

2.2 Common Data Privacy Issues (5 minutes)

Examples:

• Data breaches: Unauthorized access to databases
• Tracking: Monitoring user activity online
• Surveillance: Government or corporate monitoring

Discussion Questions:

1. What makes good data privacy practices?
2. Can you think of an example where data privacy is used in daily life?
3. Why is data privacy important in computing?

2.3 Advanced Data Privacy Concepts (5 minutes)

Why is it important?:

• Protection: Safeguarding personal information
• Ethics: Respecting user privacy

Discussion Questions:

1. How can we protect personal information effectively?
2. Why is ethics important in data privacy?

Hands-On Activity (15 minutes)

3.1 Group Project: Analyze Data Privacy Scenarios (15 minutes)

Activity: "Evaluate a Scenario"
Instructions:

• Groups of 3-4 students
• Analyze a data privacy scenario
• Present analysis to the class

Materials:

• **Scenario worksheet
• **Privacy checklist

Learning Goals:

• **Understand data privacy
• **Identify issues
• **Apply protection methods
• **Present ideas effectively

Assessment:

• **Group participation
• **Analysis quality
• **Application correctness
• **Presentation clarity

Closure & Preview (5 minutes)

4.1 Key Concepts Review (2 minutes)

Today's Learning Highlights:

1. ✅ Defining what data privacy is
2. ✅ Identifying common data privacy issues
3. ✅ Understanding methods for protecting personal data
4. ✅ Analyzing real-world scenarios

AP Exam Connection:

• These concepts will appear in AP exam multiple choice questions
• Understanding data privacy is crucial for the Explore Performance Task

4.2 Next Class Preview (3 minutes)

Day 11 Topic: "IoT and Smart Devices"

• Learning Objective: CSN-1.K - Understand IoT and smart devices
• Activity: Exploring IoT applications
• Homework: Think about a recent online interaction. Was your data private?