Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Computer Science Ed Week - Famous Computer Scientists Google Presentation Project

ACADEMIC/LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Students will learn about the history of Computer Science by completing research for a presentation. Students will use time in class to learn about the people in history who have contributed the most to the Computer Science field. Students will be able to identify key facts about the people they include in their project, and use presentation and graphic design software and applications to present their work in a professional manner.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION AND POSITIVE ATTITUDE TODAY!
Standards Covered In This Class  
PA 3.7.7 & 11 Section C / ISTE 2011
CSTA Tied With Common Core ELA/Math rev. 2011

STUDENTS WILL ENTER THE CLASS QUIETLY AND BEGIN WORKING!

Students will watch a short video and participate in a discussion about the history of computer programming.


 
Students can use any of the links above to help identify people for the project.  
STUDENTS MAY NOT USE WIKIPEDIA AT ALL!

Students will then work on the project below for EXTRA CREDIT:
(If Students Complete The Project Below, They May Log Into Code.Org)

EXTRA CREDIT PROJECT
Famous Computer Scientists


Project Originally Designed by BHGRAY@HSES (School District of Philadelphia)
See EXTRA CREDIT LINKS FOR INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO COMPLETE THIS PROJECT:

In this project, you will create a presentation or poster series on five great computer scientists of your age.  You may choose to create a poster with IWork Pages, ComicLife, Prezi, Powerpoint, or Google Slides.  If you choose to create a poster, it should be a single, printable page.

STAGE I:  RESEARCH

Research great computer scientists on the web.  Your presentation must include a diverse field of scientists in terms of ethnicity, nationality, and gender.

Need Ideas?  Check out the following links:


You can also check out your favorite technology company (Microsoft, Google, Yahoo, etc.)

Decide on the five you will use for your presentation.  For each person you must list the following:

  Full Name
  Date of Birth and Death (If Dead)
  Education
  Major Accomplishments in CS (Invented something?  Started a Company?)
  Why is the person a famous contributor to Computer Science
  Picture(s)

STAGE II:  CONSTRUCTION OF PROJECT:

Your project must consist of AT LEAST the following:
1.  A cover slide with a title, your full name, CS Period and college class group.
2.  AT LEAST one slide for each of your five scientists
3.  Each slide must have a title, a picture, and information required.

GRADING RUBRIC:

BASIC
  • submitted on time
  • includes five computer scientists
  • may omit one or two pieces of required information (see above)
PROFICIENT
  • submitted on time
  • includes all information specified above
  • includes all slides specified above
ADVANCED
  • all requirements for PROFICIENT PLUS further exploration that indicates an increased level of research, care, and understanding.
  • Examples of this level of care include:
    • inclusion of other computer scientists (at least two more meeting the above requirements) OR
    • extra research and an explanation (in at least two extra slides) about connection or theme between the chosen computer scientists, OR
    • extra research and an explanation (in at least two extra slides) about the technical details of their research or invention
TURN IN PROCEDURES:

ALL Projects Must Be Uploaded to GOOGLE DRIVE and the SHAREABLE LINK Needs To Be Posted on the Crossroads Community Google+ Page.  You will Create a New COMMENT Under the Existing Project Box listed online!  Please SHARE Your Project with me at hscribnercaa@gmail.com as well!   
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Integrity (13 Characteristics)

13 Characteristics of People Who Have Integrity

1. They Value Other People's Time: They value their own time so they also value the time of other people. They know you have plenty of other places you need to be and won’t hold you up. If you spend time with them, it is likely they will thank you for that as well.

2. They Give Credit Where It Is Due: They do not take credit for things they did not do. They will always credit those who deserve it. If you help this person with a project he or she will likely mention your name so you can take credit for your work.

3. They Are Authentic: They are their truest forms. You won’t catch them in a lie or being fake.

4. They Are Always Honest: They are honest people that feel no need to lie as it is important for them to get to where they need to get in life honestly.

5. They Never Take Advantage Of Others: They are not the kind of people who will take advantage of someone else. They love to build people up and help them get where they need to be. Taking too much from someone else will never be an issue with someone who has a lot of integrity.

6. The Do Not Argue Over Disagreements: They will talk through things in a civil manner or not talk at all. You cannot and will not force this person into arguing over something completely ridiculous. I find this to be a very respectable trait.

7. They Give Most People The Benefit Of The Doubt: They try to see the good in everyone. I think this is because they feel like maybe there are more people in this world that also have integrity. That being said, if you take advantage of them too much they will get rid of you.

8. They Know When Something Is Bothering Someone: They have a great intuition that lets them know when something is going on. If someone is down in the dumps they will notice. Chances are they will actually do what they can to cheer you up.

9. They Believe In Others: They accept your word as truth until it is dis-proven. That being said, they do not take lying well. And once you lie to them, it is unlikely that they will ever take your word again.

10. They Apologize First: If they have done something wrong they will come to you and apologize. This is just how they are. They own up to their mistake and try to make things right.

11. They Are Humble: They do not quite know their own worth. While they are very important and do so much good they don’t quite see it. You should remind them of it.

12. They Do Good When They Can: They are always helping other people. They love to know that they have improved someone’s life. It gives their lives meaning.

13. They Are Always Kind To Those Who Need It: Giving kindness can go a long way. When someone looks like they need a little pick me up these people deliver. They can brighten up almost anyone’s day.

If you are someone who has true integrity, thank you for being who you are and thank you for all that you do. You really do actually make a difference in society, please keep up the good work. If you feel no one else is proud of you, know that I am.

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