Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Introduction to Design Mode (CSP Unit 3, Lesson 2 Code.org)

Students work through a progression of levels to build an understanding of how to use Design Mode to layout an APP. The final level has students setting up the screen of an APP by attempting to copy an image of an APP.  

It's important to remember when programming you are not just writing instructions for a computer, but also for a human. Unique, meaningful element IDs help humans remember and understand the purpose of various elements.

ESSENTIAL QUESTION(S):
How does the design process you will use to complete this part of the course allow you to create visually appealing and functionally useful interfaces for an application you are building?  Who could you collaborate with to make your project better?

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS(S):
  1. What is a common APP that you use?

  2. Take a Minute to Sketch the User Interface of the Main Screen.  Label Inputs, Outputs,
       and parts of the User Interface.

  3. How does the USER Interact with the APP

(❗️) PROJECT / LESSON TASK(S)

  P.  Make sure you have completed CSP Unit 3, Lesson 1 "Intro to Apps"
  1.  Participate in Class Discussion
  2.  Complete the GMAIL Reflection Activity
  3.  Complete ALL ONLINE TASKS for CSP U3L2
  4.  Send in the "Check For Understanding" (Circle 8 Online)
  5.  Complete your Student Journal Entry

(❗️) GMAIL REFLECTION / ASSESSMENT ACTIVITY
What type of APP's do you use most on your cell phone?  What parts are Input, Output, and what parts of the APP are most interesting to you?  Try to describe the design features, colors, and other items that you think make this APP appealing.  (2-3 Sentences)

Example Gmail
TO: harvey.scribner@techfreire.org
SUBJECT: CSP U3L2
Body of Message: Answer All Questions Listed Above (Copy/Paste Questions into Gmail)

R.A.C.E.S. Method R - Repeat the Question, A - Answer the Question,
C - Cite Evidence, E - Examples / Explanation, S - Summarize your Thoughts

KEY TERMS

LINKS & RESOURCES

(❗️) POST-LESSON JOURNAL ENTRY
Open your Student Journals and create a brief entry about this lesson.  Make sure to note anything about the lesson you liked, parts you struggled with, and who you might teach these skills too outside of school and why.

Overview
Students work through a progression of levels to build an understanding of how to use Design Mode to layout an app. The final level has students setting up the screen of an app by attempting to copy an image of an app.

Purpose
This lesson introduces students to Design Mode in App Lab and the different kinds of screen elements and properties at their disposal in this tool. This lesson not only builds up skills in designing a user interface but also sets students up to begin designing an app of their own in the following lesson.

Standards
CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards (2017)
3A-AP-16 - Design and iteratively develop computational artifacts for practical intent, personal expression, or to address a societal issue by using events to initiate instructions.

OBJECTIVES
Students will be able to set up the User Interface of an app including buttons, text, and images
Students will use meaningful names to label element ids
Students will begin to understand how to make adjustments to various design elements.

Preparation
Review the programming levels to ensure you understand the fundamentals of Design Mode in App Lab and how elements are created and their properties are modified.




JUST FOR FUN!
Using the links below, check out the Coffee Bunny Original Game and the modified version I created using APP LAP!  Use the original game and create your own version.  Once completed,  post it to our class padlet for others to try at
https://padlet.com/CSPPDTEAM2022/h58e0e1ke83y9sjs




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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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