AP CSP Day 11 - IoT and Smart Devices

Course Information

• Course: AP Computer Science Principles
• Unit: Big Idea 2 - Computer Systems and Networks (CSN)
• Lesson: Day 11 (50 minutes)
• Learning Objective: CSN-1.K - Understand IoT and smart devices

Learning Objectives

Primary Goals

Students will be able to:

1. Define what IoT and smart devices are
2. Identify examples of IoT and smart devices
3. Understand benefits and challenges of IoT
4. Analyze real-world scenarios involving IoT and smart devices

AP Exam Alignment

• Big Idea 2: Computer Systems and Networks (16-20% of AP Exam)
• Essential Knowledge: CSN-1.K.1, CSN-1.K.2, CSN-1.K.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 data privacy
• Introduce today's topic on IoT and smart devices

Student Activities:

• Think about: "What are some examples of IoT and smart devices in daily life?"

1.2 IoT Examples Challenge (5 minutes)

Activity: "Identify the IoT Device"
Instructions:

• Groups of 4-6 students
• Identify IoT devices in given scenarios
• Discuss the importance of IoT

Purpose: Activate thinking about IoT and smart devices

Core Content Instruction (20 minutes)

2.1 What are IoT and Smart Devices? (10 minutes)

Definition (CSN-1.K.1):

IoT involves connecting everyday objects to the internet, enabling them to send and receive data.

Key Concepts:

• Devices: Smart thermostats, fitness trackers
• Benefits: Automation, convenience
• Challenges: Security, privacy

Case Study: Using a smart thermostat

• Scenario: Adjusting temperature remotely

2.2 Common IoT Applications (5 minutes)

Examples:

• Home automation: Smart lights, locks
• Healthcare: Wearable health monitors
• Transportation: Connected cars

Discussion Questions:

1. What makes good IoT device usage?
2. Can you think of an example where IoT is used in daily life?
3. Why are IoT and smart devices important in computing?

2.3 Advanced IoT Concepts (5 minutes)

Why is it important?:

• Innovation: Enabling new technologies
• Security: Protecting connected devices

Discussion Questions:

1. How can we innovate with IoT?
2. Why is security important in IoT?

Hands-On Activity (15 minutes)

3.1 Group Project: Explore IoT Applications (15 minutes)

Activity: "Research an IoT Application"
Instructions:

• Groups of 3-4 students
• Research a specific IoT application
• Present findings to the class

Materials:

• **Research worksheet
• **IoT checklist

Learning Goals:

• **Understand IoT and smart devices
• **Identify applications
• **Analyze benefits and challenges
• **Present ideas effectively

Assessment:

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

Closure & Preview (5 minutes)

4.1 Key Concepts Review (2 minutes)

Today's Learning Highlights:

1. ✅ Defining what IoT and smart devices are
2. ✅ Identifying examples
3. ✅ Understanding benefits and challenges
4. ✅ Analyzing real-world scenarios

AP Exam Connection:

• These concepts will appear in AP exam multiple choice questions
• Understanding IoT and smart devices is crucial for the Explore Performance Task

4.2 Next Class Preview (3 minutes)

Day 12 Topic: "Final Project - Planning and Design"

• Learning Objective: CSN-1.L - Plan and design a final project
• Activity: Practicing project planning
• Homework: Think about a recent IoT device you used. What was it?