Engage your students in real-world data analysis with this hands-on Python, MATLAB, and Raspberry Pi worksheet!

This structured STEM activity guides students through the full data cycle, from creating and sorting data in Python to visualizing it with graphs and connecting it to real-world hardware using Raspberry Pi.

Perfect for intro to programming, computer science, engineering, or STEM courses, this resource helps students build foundational coding and data literacy skills.

🔍 What’s Included:

• Step-by-step Python coding exercises (lists, sorting, random data)
• Graphing with matplotlib (visualizing real data)
• Introductory MATLAB activity with guided prompts
• Raspberry Pi + GPIO concept connections
• Reflection questions to reinforce understanding
• Instructor answer key + sample solutions
• Built-in scaffolding for beginner coders

🎯 Skills Covered:

• Data collection & organization
• Python programming basics
• Sorting algorithms (intro level)
• Data visualization
• Computational thinking
• Real-world hardware connections (GPIO)

👩‍🏫 Perfect For:

• High school computer science classes
• Intro to Python courses
• STEM / engineering courses
• Project-based learning environments
• Pre-AP / AP Computer Science Principles support

💡 Why Teachers Love This:

• Minimal prep — ready to assign
• Clear structure reduces student confusion
• Bridges coding with real-world applications
• Includes teacher solutions for easy grading
• Great lead-in to Raspberry Pi or IoT labs

📦 Format:

• Editable worksheet (Word / Google Docs compatible)
• Answer key included