Computer Science Discoveries Unit 4 Chapter 1 Lesson 6: Identifying User Needs (18-19)

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Grade(s)

Overview

Up to this point, the users that the class has considered have all been remote, and the only information from users has come through text or role-playing. Now the class will rely on each other as potential users, and pairs will get to interview each other to identify needs that could be addressed by developing an app.

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Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 8

DLCS18.8.29
Create an artifact to solve a problem using ideation and iteration in the problem-solving process.

Vocabulary

ideation
iteration
problem-solving process

Knowledge

Students know:

that problem solving is a process to find the best solution.
that through ideation and iteration, the final product or artifact may be a more polished or appropriate solution.

Skills

Students are able to:

gather initial data about a topic.
informally propose a solution.
gather feedback on informal proposal.
design a solution to a chosen problem.

Understanding

Students understand that:

problem-solving is a process.
products or artifacts may undergo many revisions after data is reviewed and feedback is received.

CR Resource Type

Lesson/Unit Plan

Resource Provider

Code.org

License Type

Custom

https://studio.code.org/s/csd4-2018/stage/6/puzzle/1

Custom License Type (URL)

https://code.org/tos

Approved Date

2019-02-06

Owner (Author)

aimeebates

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