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Computer ScienceStudents explore vocabulary and activities about the interrelation of Computer Science and STEM disciplines. |
Project ProposalsStudents learn about project proposals, which are common in numerous industries. Students practice reading and writing proposals using templates. |
Reading SkillsStudents practice some different reading skills in this unit, including reading infographics and reading aloud for correct pronunciation. |
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Math VocabularyLessons introduce geometry vocabulary from angles to tangents, and students practice these words in exercises. |
PresentationsStudents produce several short presentations in this unit focusing on different skills. One presentation focuses on transforming existing material into a slideshow and another centers around research into valuable currencies. |
Evaluation WritingStudents learn about comparing information to a list of critera to produce an evaluation. In their unit essay, students write an essay evaluating a project proposal. |
Unit Introduction | Reading | Listening |
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7-1 Computer ScienceStudents watch a video on the origins of modern computers and discuss key concepts regarding the development of computers and computer science. 7-2 Quantum Physics for 7 Year OldsStudents discuss what they know about quantum physics and watch a video that focuses on making a very difficult topic comprehensible. Afterwards, students discuss what they've learned. 7-3 Quantum ComputingStudents learn about how computers use quantum physics by watching an explanatory video and discussing key ideas. |
7-1 The Most In-demand Programming Languages of 2017Students read an article describing eight of the most popular programming languages. This lesson practices previewing and prediction and reviews the use of details and analysis. 7-2 The Most ‘Physically Secure’ Computer Ever BuiltStudents discuss computer security, particularly "self-destruction" functions. Students read an article on the most secure computer ever built and then research other security precautions used today, comparing them to those discussed in the article. 7-3 Get More Out of GoogleIn this lesson, students practice reading an infographic, taking notes on the information presented on how to improve Google searches. |
7-1 BlockchainIn this lesson, students watch an video describing blockchain, a storage system for secure online transcations. Students complete vocabulary, note-taking and comprehension exercises. 7-2 The Modern Gold RushStudents research valuable currencies and create a short presentation. Afterwards, students watch a video about bitcoin and practice note-taking and organizing skills. 7-3 From the Garage to the GoogleplexStudents practice pronunciation, listening, and note-taking skills by working in pairs, taking turns reading aloud an article about the rise of Google. |
Media & Tech | Math | Use of English |
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7-1 Disney•Pixar ShortsStudents read about the history of Disney and Pixar and then view Pixar shorts to see examples of computer-generated animation. Students research the processes and time required to produce this kind of animation. 7-2 Are We Living in a Simulation?Students discuss simulations and watch a video positing the possibility that we are living in a simulation. 7-3 Natural Language ProcessingStudents discuss natural language processing and watch a video explaining how spell correction works in Google Wave and another video on how Siri was developed. Students answer a variety of listening questions. |
7-1 Geometry: Angles, Congruence and SimilarityA lesson and exercises introducing key vocabulary used in geometry, focusing on angles. 7-2 Geometry: CirclesStudents learn and practice vocabulary and pronunciation for words related to circles, including parts of circles and concepts related to circles, like tangents and inscribed angles. 7-3 Math Review: Real World PracticeStudents watch a video on non-Euclidian geometry that utilizes the vocabulary they have just learned. Afterward, students answer comprehension questions.
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7-1 Careers in Computer ScienceIn this lesson, there are links to descriptions of twelve popular careers related to computer science. Students are assigned a career and transform the information from the webpage into a slideshow presentation. 7-2 Teaching 3D Animation to High School StudentsStudents read an interview with a teacher who is bringing 3D animation education to high school students. The exercise practices summarizing skills. |
Writing | ||
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7-1 Project ProposalsStudents are introduced to project proposals and receive a sample with key sections missing. Students fill in the missing sections with the correct information. 7-2 Writing Project ProposalsIn groups, students develop their own project proposal for developing an imaginary computer science technology or application. 7-3 Essay: Evaluation WritingThis lesson introduces evaluation. Students brainstorm criteria for a successful project proposal, read a sample project proposal, and write an essay evaluating it. |