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Digital Literacy and Computer Science

DLCS18.4.CA.C

Modeling and Simulation

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

DLCS18.K.GC.B

Collaborative Research

Digital Literacy and Computer Science

Avoid Online Scams

Overview

This is a lesson plan from Google for Education, Applied Digital Skills. During this lesson, students learn to identify and avoid online scams by analyzing a real-life situation in a group. Students will work collaboratively to identify online scams. They will analyze an online scam to identify suspicious behavior and warning signs. Then they will create a group document discussing an online scam and provide guidelines for how to avoid scams. 

CR Resource Type

Lesson/Unit Plan

Artificial Intelligence/Science and Star Wars

Phase

Before/Engage

Overview

In this learning activity, students learn about artificial intelligence and how it is being used in real-world applications. They are introduced to IBM's Watson and watch Star Wars footage as they are reminded of creative ways artificial intelligence has been used in movies. Students are asked to brainstorm ways they use artificial intelligence in their daily activities.

Can a Robot Shop for Groceries?

Phase

Before/Engage

Overview

In this learning activity, students will be introduced to automation through automated grocery shopping. Students begin the activity by reviewing their most recent grocery shopping experience. Then they are invited to brainstorm ways they think the traditional grocery shopping experience would be different if it was automated. Students will watch a video about an automated grocery packing warehouse. Finally, they will describe aspects of automating the grocery shopping experience that increases efficiency. 

Let's Build a Chatbot

Phase

During/Explore/Explain

Overview

In this learning activity, students will review how chatbots work to increase efficiency through automation. Students will build their own chatbot that can converse with users. Finally, students will test their chatbots for efficiency.

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