AP CSP Day 12 - Final Project - Planning and Design
AP CSP Day 12 - Final Project - Planning and Design
Course Information
- Course: AP Computer Science Principles
- Unit: Big Idea 2 - Computer Systems and Networks (CSN)
- Lesson: Day 12 (50 minutes)
- Learning Objective: CSN-1.L - Plan and design a final project
Learning Objectives
Primary Goals
Students will be able to:
- Understand the process of planning and designing a final project
- Create a detailed plan for their final project
- Test and refine their project ideas
- Analyze real-world scenarios that require project planning and design
AP Exam Alignment
- Big Idea 2: Computer Systems and Networks (16-20% of AP Exam)
- Essential Knowledge: CSN-1.L.1, CSN-1.L.2, CSN-1.L.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 IoT and smart devices
- Introduce today's topic on final project planning and design
Student Activities:
- Think about: "What would you like to create for your final project?"
1.2 Final Project Examples Challenge (5 minutes)
Activity: "Identify the Project Type"
Instructions:
- Groups of 4-6 students
- Identify types of final projects in given scenarios
- Discuss the importance of project planning
Purpose: Activate thinking about final project planning
Core Content Instruction (20 minutes)
2.1 What is Final Project Planning? (10 minutes)
Definition (CSN-1.L.1):
Final project planning involves creating a detailed roadmap for developing a project.
Key Concepts:
- Problem definition: Clearly define the problem
- Solution development: Outline potential solutions
- Testing plan: Describe how to test the solution
- Timeline: Set deadlines for milestones
Case Study: Planning a simple IoT project
- Project: Smart home automation system
- Planning structure: Define requirements, outline features, set timeline
2.2 Common Final Project Planning Steps (5 minutes)
Examples:
- Define scope: What does the project aim to achieve?
- Identify resources: What tools and materials are needed?
- Set milestones: Break down the project into manageable parts
Discussion Questions:
- What makes good final project planning?
- Can you think of an example where project planning is used in daily life?
- Why is project planning important in computing?
2.3 Advanced Final Project Design Concepts (5 minutes)
Why is it important?:
- Scalability: Handling larger projects
- Collaboration: Facilitating teamwork
Discussion Questions:
- How can we handle large projects with advanced planning techniques?
- Why is collaboration important when designing projects?
Hands-On Activity (15 minutes)
3.1 Group Project: Plan a Final Project (15 minutes)
Activity: "Design a Final Project"
Instructions:
- Groups of 3-4 students
- Plan a final project related to computer systems and networks
- Test the feasibility of their project ideas
- Present the project plan to the class
Materials:
- **Project planning worksheet
- **Final project checklist
Learning Goals:
- **Understand final project planning
- **Create a detailed plan
- **Test project feasibility
- **Present ideas effectively
Assessment:
- **Group participation
- **Plan quality
- **Feasibility testing
- **Presentation clarity
Closure & Preview (5 minutes)
4.1 Key Concepts Review (2 minutes)
Today's Learning Highlights:
- ✅ Understanding the process of planning and designing a final project
- ✅ Creating a detailed plan
- ✅ Testing project feasibility
- ✅ Analyzing real-world scenarios
AP Exam Connection:
- These concepts will appear in AP exam multiple choice questions
- Understanding final project planning is crucial for the Explore Performance Task
4.2 Next Class Preview (3 minutes)
Day 13 Topic: "Final Project - Implementation"
- Learning Objective: CSN-1.M - Implement a final project
- Activity: Practicing project implementation
- Homework: Continue working on your final project plan