Transcript Year 7 Computing E-BookPhase 1

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1. Scratch Project (Introduction to computer Science Principles) (~4 lessons)
2. VB.Net ChatBot (if and Looping structures), AI, Alan Turing, the Turing test(~4 lessons)
3. Data Representation (theory)- Binary, ASCII, NuMBERS (~4 Lessons)
4. Enterprise/Entrepeunurship: Graphic Design + WEB DESIGN, Start a business (~4 lessons)
5. Flash ANIMATION (~4 Lessons)
HW: See the end of this E-Portfolio for HW assignments / Projects
6. Spreadsheets (Excel) – Charts and Graphs
7. Spreadsheets – interactive quizzing app
8. Networking theory (Lan, Wan, The Internet, PROTOCOLS)
9. Year 7 PROGRAMMING CHALLENGES – VB.NET
10. Programming and Computer Science Theory – Fundamentals Review
HW: See the end of this E-Portfolio for HW assignments / Projects
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Welcome to Year 7 Computing and IT
You will be using this E-Portfolio to keep a careful record of all your application work.
It will also include your research and notes/answers on theory topics.
Assessment: At the end of every topic, you will be assessed and assigned a level. An Average
Of those levels will inform your final Level in your reports.
Expectations: Please retain a backup of this portfolio on your own personal computer or memory stick.
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Screenshot your Scratch Game below
*Use as many extra slides as you need and use callouts to explain any additional features you have added.
Use the following keywords in your annotation: Sequence, Instructions, F statements, Conditional Logic, Loops,
Variables, Starting Value, Incrementation, Code Blocks.
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Topic 1 Final Assessment
Class Average
Grade D
Grade D+
Level Achieved:
Write a short
evaluation listing
what was good about
your game and its
development
Grade C-
Grade C
Grade C+
Grade B-
Top Levels for Year 7
Grade B
Grade B+/A-
Grade A
??
Write your answer here
Teacher Comment
Teacher Comment Here
Based on feedback
from your teacher,
how could you have
improved your work
to achieve a higher
level?
Write your answer here
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Grade A* 
Screenshot your VB.Net Chat Bot Below
*Use as many extra slides as you need and use callouts to explain any additional features you have added.
Use the following keywords in your annotation: Variable, Input, Declare, IF Else Then Statements, Functions and Subs,
Loops [Iteration], Artificial Intelligence, Assigning values to Variables, Output
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The Turing Test!
1. Who was Alan Turing?
2. Can you explain the concept of Artificial Intelligence and the Turing Test in your own words?
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Teacher Comment Here
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Topic 2 Final Assessment
Class Average
Grade D
Grade D+
Level Achieved:
Write a short
evaluation listing
what was good about
your chatbot and its
development
Based on feedback
from your teacher,
how could you have
improved your work
to achieve a higher
level?
Grade C-
Grade C
Grade C+
Grade B-
Top Levels for Year 7
Grade B
Grade B+/A-
Grade A
Grade A* 
??
Write your answer here
Write your answer here
Use of Sequential Programming
Use of a Single Variable
Use of Multiple Variables
Modifying Code to produce outcomes
Adding code to develop coding
Use of IF Statements – Conditional Logic
Use of Function to extend coding
Working independently to extend code
Programming research to add code
Use of Loops to include additional features
Original structures and additions to code
Fully functional Chatbot with original features
Evidence of independent working
Evidence of additional research
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Binary and Data Representation
*Explain the following theory topics that have been taught in class – use your own words:
1. What really is a Computer (explain the concept of a chip and transistors)
2. What is Binary?
3. Use a table and images to explain how numbers can be represented in Binary
4. Who was Charles Babbage?
5. What is ASCII? (Hint: Linked to the representation of Text)
Extension: What is the Largest number that can be represented in a computer – explain why!
*Use as many extra slides as you need and acknowledge any sources (websites) you have used. You must
answer the questions in your own words.
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1. What really is a Computer (explain the concept of a chip and transistors)
*Where appropriate, use Animations and Images to illustrate your points
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2. What is Binary? Explain the history and what it is in your own words.
*Where appropriate, use Animations and Images to illustrate your points
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3. Use a table and any other visual aid (animations, if possible) to explain how
Numbers are represented using Binary.
*Where appropriate, use Animations and Images to illustrate your points
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4. Charles Babbage – who was he and what did he do for Computer Science?
*Where appropriate, use Animations and Images to illustrate your points
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5. What is ASCII? Explain Character Representation in your own words.
Extension: Also look up UNICODE AND EBDIC. Why was it necessary to introduce these two in addition?
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EXT: What is the largest number a computer can represent?
*Explain the concept of representing the largest number in a Computer in your own words. Research PI () and to what
Extent the number has been able to be represented in a computer.
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Topic 3 Final Assessment
Class Average
Grade D
Level Achieved:
Grade D+
Grade C-
Grade C
Grade C+
Grade B-
Top Levels for Year 7
Grade B
Grade B+/A-
Grade A
??
Write a short
evaluation about you
understanding of
Binary and Data
Representation.
Write your answer here
Teacher Comment
Teacher Comment Here
Based on feedback
from your teacher,
how could you have
improved your work
to achieve a higher
level?
Write your answer here
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Grade A* 
Screenshot your Business Logo Below
*Use a callout to explain how you created it.
Use the box below to write a little about your
business idea. Who is the Target Audience?
What will you be “selling”. What is the Unique
selling point?
Write your answer here
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Screenshot your Business Website below
*Please also paste in the URL (website address) of your website.
You only need to screen shot the first page(Home Page) of your website and explain the rest.
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4a:What are the different file formats (for saving) for Graphics and Images?
Answer the following questions about Graphics
1.
2.
3.
4.
Which format is the best for PRINTING to leaflets?
Which format is the best for saving images on websites? Why?
Describe the terms Lossy and Lossless Compression
What does “Optimisation of Images” mean? How can you optimise an image?
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4b: Which format is the best for PRINTING to leaflets?
Answer the following questions about Graphics
1.
2.
3.
4.
Which format is the best for PRINTING to leaflets?
Which format is the best for saving images on websites? Why?
Describe the terms Lossy and Lossless Compression
What does “Optimisation of Images” mean? How can you optimise an image?
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4c:Which format is the best for saving images on websites? Why?
Answer the following questions about Graphics
1.
2.
3.
4.
Which format is the best for PRINTING to leaflets?
Which format is the best for saving images on websites? Why?
Describe the terms Lossy and Lossless Compression
What does “Optimisation of Images” mean? How can you optimise an image?
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4d: Describe the terms Lossy and Lossless Compression
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4e: What does “Optimisation of Images” mean? How can you optimise an image?
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4f: What does the term “Stakeholder” mean (in relation to starting your own
company)
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4g: Research and discuss the different ways in which a business could use the
Internet and Websites. Explain the term: “E-Commerce”
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Teacher Comment Here
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Topic 4 Final Assessment
Class Average
Grade D
Level Achieved:
Grade D+
Grade C-
Grade C
Grade C+
Grade B-
Top Levels for Year 7
Grade B
Grade B+/A-
??
How well do you think
you understood this
topic?
Write your answer here
Teacher Comment
Teacher Comment Here
Based on feedback
from your teacher,
how could you have
improved your work
to achieve a higher
level?
Write your answer here
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Grade A
Grade A* 
Screenshot your Flash Animation Below
*use the following key words in your annotation: Frame, Timeline,
Tween, Layers, Drawing Tools, Target Audience
Use the box below to write a little about your
Animation. What is the AIM of the animation?
Who is the Target Audience? What could you do
to make it go “Viral”? What tools and features
did you use to create it?
Write your answer here
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Copyright and Usage of Data /Images
What is Copyright? How have you ensured you have not infringed any copyright laws in the creation of your animation?
Write your answer here
What is the Computer Misuse Act? How is this relevant to you as a pupil at school?
Write your answer here
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Topic 5 Final Assessment
Class Average
Grade D
Level Achieved:
Grade D+
Grade C-
Grade C
Grade C+
Grade B-
Top Levels for Year 7
Grade B
Grade B+/A-
??
How well do you think
you understood this
topic?
Write your answer here
Teacher Comment
Teacher Comment Here
Based on feedback
from your teacher,
how could you have
improved your work
to achieve a higher
level?
Write your answer here
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Grade A
Grade A* 
1. Create a poster (in Power Point or on paper) about Internet and E-Safety.
Answer the following questions
a) What are some of the dangers associated with the Internet?
b) Have you ever had any bad experiences online?
c) How can you keep yourself safe from these dangers?
d) What 3 things could you tell someone who is worried they may have a Virus (via Email)
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Create a Poster (Power Point or on Paper) about 3 FAMOUS Computer Scientists.
CHARLES BABBAGE (FIRST COMPUTER –ANALYTICAL ENGINE)
CONRAD ZUSE (FIRST COMMERCIAL COMPUTER)
ALAN TURING (TURING MACHINE – CONCEPTS)
LEIBNIZ GOTTFRIED (BINARY)
BILL GATES (MICROSOFT AND IBM)
Write about what they achieved, a little about their history and contribution to Computing,
and any other interesting facts.
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Quantum Computing is an emerging discipline and the ultimate quest to build a quantum
Computer is now on! Create a poster (on paper or powerpoint) to explain this difficult
concept. What is Quantum Computing? What is a Quantum Computer? What dangers will
the world face in terms of security if a Quantum Computer is ever built?
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1. Sign up at www.codeacademy.com
2. Screenshot any badges or progress you have made on this slide
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1. Download Visual Studio (and VB.Net) at home – It’s Free
2. Visit the website www.homeandlearn.co.uk and go through the VB.Net Tutorials.
3. Use as many slides as you can to screenshot the Form based outcomes you produce to
show your progress and work.
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