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A complete set of 20 lessons, with the corresponding classwork, homework, code (for hw and classwork) and 3 light assessments. The lessons cover various introductory topics in computer science (utilizing Python). This lesson set is meant for students who have some understanding of the computer science fundamentals and want to develop/expand their knowledge in Python. The lesson set utilizes Visual Studio Code, a modern and popular software development IDE. All material has answer keys where appr

This project is meant to give students an opportunity to work on a computer game in small groups (it can be used in other formats) as well as practice complex conditional flow statements in Python. It is based around a Flappy bird game, where students need to help bird navigate by modifying a single function in a python code. It gives students an opportunity to utilize Cartesian coordinates to make relevant decisions. It is also an excellent project to connect materials learned in math class wit

This is a two lesson introduction for students on how to use TinkerCAD, covering the fundamentals of 3D modeling using TinkerCAD as well as fundamentals of manufacturing using 3D design. Both lessons involve hands on CAD modeling activities. First lesson also contains a guided activity, demonstrating fundamentals of 3D modeling. Second lesson contains 2 activities which ask students to create more advanced models. Second lesson also contains two videos demonstrating how the in-lesson models may

This is a two lesson introduction for students on how to use OnShape, covering the fundamentals of parametric 3D modeling using OnShape as well as fundamentals of manufacturing using 3D design. Both lessons involve hands on CAD modeling activities. First lesson also contains a guided activity, demonstrating fundamentals of 3D modeling. Second lesson contains 2 activities which ask students to create more advanced models. Second lesson also contains two videos demonstrating how the in-lesson mode

This project is meant to give students an opportunity to work in small groups (it can be used in other formats) as well as practice conditional flow statements in Python. It is based around a zombie survival game where students need to write their own code to help player survive, by modifying a single function in a python code. It also gives opportunity for students to think about how to translate human conditional reasoning into code (foundation of cognitive ai). It is also an excellent project

This project meant to be a take home assessment or perhaps an in-class project for students to work on. It incorporates material from the introductory level of computer science (in Python) such as print/input/output functions as well as how to make function calls. Students will need to utilize decision based code flow As part of this project student will also be exposed to fundamental ideas of cryptography by interacting with Caesar Cipher function. As bonus students have opportunity to expand t

This an introductory mini-project/activity which guides students through the use of EarSketch a platform which utilizes Python code to generate music. The activity is mean to be exploratory. Students will need to use ability to add/remove code comments as well as modify variables in a function call. This is an excellent opportunity to connect Python to music (which maybe more familiar to some students).

This project meant to be a take home assessment or perhaps an in-class project for students to work on. It incorporates material from the introductory level of computer science (in Python) such as print and input functions as well as how to make function calls. It also provides opportunity for students to debug pre-written code. As bonus students have opportunity to expand their knowledge beyond the material taught and implement file I/O functions. This is a fun project meant to give the student

This project provides students with 5 questions, which allow them to explore concepts of increases and decrease in the percentages if a value as well as how to interpret these increases/decreases. The project is based around real world application in the freight railroad industry, to connect material learned in class with real world applications. Solutions are included.

This project is combines simple business task with usage of word processor, spreadsheet and presentation software. Students are asked to perform a set of different calculations for three possible products using spreadsheet. Write a formal letter to the senior manager of the company (explaining which product is better) as well as make a presentation. This project is an excellent opportunity to improve student familiarization with basic business software as well as make it relevant to practical us

This project is allows students to explore how mathematical concepts of positive and negative integers as well as corresponding mathematical operations are helpful in engineering/scientific calculations in an imaginary Mars Settlement. This is an excellent way to connect simple math concepts to more advanced STEM concepts and to spur students' imagination beyond the realm of regular math classroom. This version contains word document version of the project as well as answers.

This lesson covers additional terminology used in software development. It also teaches students how to use in-code comments as well as basic code debugging in Visual Studio Code. Homework builds on the material presented in class. Answers for both classwork and homework are included. In this package are: power point lesson/presentation, classwork code, homework code and corresponding answers.

This lesson guides students different ways we can run Python code in visual studio code. Homework asks students to do a very simple code modification and submit the result. All classroom and homework Python code is included in the package (including relevant answer). In this package are: power point lesson/presentation, classwork code, homework code and corresponding answers.

Introductory lesson for students new to programming and computer science. Covers concepts of compiler, decompiler and machine language. Homework guides student on running basic Python code in Visual Studio Code.

This project allows students to explore application of scientific notations in everyday life, in this case data storage. It helps to illustrate how scientific notations are used to quantify how much storage is required to store different forms of electronic data and how to figure out if we have enough storage to store something. It also touches on basics of business calculations. This version has answers as well.

This project is allows students to explore how mathematical concepts of positive and negative integers as well as corresponding mathematical operations are helpful in engineering/scientific calculations in an imaginary Mars Settlement. This is an excellent way to connect simple math concepts to more advanced STEM concepts and to spur students' imagination beyond the realm of regular math classroom.

Introductory lesson for students new to the programming and computer sciences. It introduces students to some fundamental concepts used in-class as well as tools utilized throughout the class. It also includes a video showing the necessary steps to setup Python and Visual Studio code on the students' machines. It also includes a homework assignment for students to complete (which involves setting up their system at home).

This project allows students to explore application of scientific notations in everyday life, in this case data storage. It helps to illustrate how scientific notations are used to quantify how much storage is required to store different forms of electronic data and how to figure out if we have enough storage to store something. It also touches on basics of business calculations.