Classroom Resource

Computer Science Discoveries Unit 4 Chapter 2 Lesson 9: Market Research (18-19)

Subject Area

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Grade(s)

7, 8

Overview

Dive into app development by exploring existing apps that may serve similar users. Each group identifies a handful of apps that address the same topic they are working on, using those apps to help refine the app idea they will pursue.

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Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 7

DLCS18.7.15

Discuss unique perspectives and needs of a global culture when developing computational artifacts, including options for accessibility for all users.

Unpacked Content

UP:DLCS18.7.15

Knowledge

Students know:
  • to research the unique perspectives of a targeted population for a created digital artifact.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • select the best format to share created content with others from varying locations: globally, not locally.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • governments, geography, and physical or mental limitations can inhibit one's access to digital content.
Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 7

DLCS18.7.16

Construct content designed for specific audiences through an appropriate medium.

Unpacked Content

UP:DLCS18.7.16

Knowledge

Students know:
  • how to select and design an appropriate medium to display designed content.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • select the best medium for the content design.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • while many mediums exist, it is best to select the one most appropriate to your intended audience.
Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 8

DLCS18.8.15

Critique computational artifacts, including options for accessibility for all users, with respect to the needs of a global culture.

Unpacked Content

UP:DLCS18.8.15

Knowledge

Students know:
  • that one's access to resources can alter the outcome of an artifact.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • use empathy and/or someone else's perspective when critiquing works.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • all people have unique perspectives that should be considered.
Digital Literacy and Computer Science (2018) Grade(s): 8

DLCS18.8.16

Present content designed for specific audiences through an appropriate medium.

Unpacked Content

UP:DLCS18.8.16

Knowledge

Students know:
  • of the many mediums available to share content, some are more appropriate than others in given circumstances.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • design and present content designed for specific audiences through an appropriate medium.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • understanding your audience is as important as the content you are sharing or presenting.
Link to Resource
https://studio.code.org/s/csd4-2018/stage/9/puzzle/1

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Approved Date

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