UNIT 1 –  What is Computer Science?

Overview –  This unit should set the stage for the year.  Students will research ways in which Computer Science has impacted the world around us.  Students will use the Internet to find information about Computer Science, careers in Computer Science, and impacts of Computer Science related innovations.

Activities  –  Impact of Computer Science   –  Internet Search Worksheets

Project  /  Assignments  –    Research Computer Science topics and their impact.  Create a digital artifact [ video, slideshow, etc. ] that provides examples of how Computer Science has impacted the world around us. 

TIME ALLOCATED – 1 week

Monday Activity 1

Tuesday Activity 2

Wednesday Activity 3

Thursday and Friday – Impact of CS Project

All students will need for class will be their school issued chrome books and a set of wired plug in headphones(optional).