Session 42: Module 3 Session 4
47 minutes
asynchronous
Purpose
This transition prepares participants for a set of asynchronous activities, providing them with information about the assignment, their role, and the support available to them.
Objectives
- Participants are prepared to complete asynchronous activities on their own.
Supplies & Prep
Room Setup:
- Individual
Facilitator Supplies:
This session may require office hours
Participant Materials:
- Computer
Agenda
Transition to Asynchronous (10 minutes)
Asynchronous (37 minutes)
Facilitation Guide
Transition to Asynchronous (10 minutes)
Facilitator Tip
Screen share the PLACE here. You should move away from the slide deck while assigning work.
Facilitator Tip
Be sure to re-share the PLACE URL where participants will find the asynchronous activities in multiple places and ways, so they do not have to spend time digging for it.
(5 minutes) Give the Assignment
Use screensharing to navigate to the following asynchronous activities:
- Unit 2 Connections and Conclusions
- Previously, On...Unit 3
- Module 2 Wrap-Up
Narrate as you navigate to make it clear how you got there and what is expected of participants in each activity.
Facilitator Tip
Consider having some way for you to reach teachers if they don’t make it back after the asynchronous session.
(5 minutes) Setting Up and Checking In
- Remind participants that asynchronous activities involve working through tasks independently but are still timed.
- Direct participants to have the PLACE version open and navigate to Module 3 > Session 4 > Unit 2 Connections and Conclusions.
Remarks
Once you’re there, turn on your camera and give a thumb’s up so we know everyone is on board and knows what they are doing.
Once all thumbs are up, we will leave the video conferencing tool on but turn off the camera and mute the microphone. We are still available for questions and support.
Facilitator Tip
During this asynchronous session, support participants in these ways:
- Make sure to monitor participants’ asynchronous work.
- You can either check in with participants’ breakout sessions or check discussion forums.
- Pull notable ideas out of discussion forums for the Session 3 debrief.
Asynchronous (37 minutes)
(25 minuted) Unit 2 Connections and Conclusions
Overview
After watching a video of what we did not go over in Unit 2, you will relate the content to the CED. The Course and Exam Description (CED) binder contains the course framework. The framework includes two essential components: computational thinking practices and course content. Much of CSP Unit 2 aligns with the standards in Big Idea 4, Computer Systems and Networks. The content has been sequenced, paced, and scaffolded to build students’ understanding and their ability to transfer and apply knowledge and skills to new contexts.
Do This
- Watch the Unit 2 Connections and Conclusions (14:44) video.
- Read Course and Exam Description pages 97-108 :Big Idea 4, Computer Systems and Networks.
- Think about the lessons that you have experienced.
- Consider the discussion prompt below and respond in the discussion forum. We encourage you to add to the discussion by also replying to other participant posts when appropriate.
Discussion Prompt: What concerns do you have about the Internet Simulator lessons and developing understanding of the concepts in Big Idea 4?
(7 minutes) Previously, On...Unit 3
Overview
CSP Unit 3 is called Intro to App Design and it includes 11 lessons. Throughout the unit, students learn how to make simple apps and eventually create a working app with a partner. It serves as a bridge from the non-programming Units 1 and 2 to the more formal programming Units 4 and beyond. In the first lesson, students explore and investigate what makes an app an app.
Do This
- Watch the video in Unit 3 Lesson 1: How Computers Work: What Makes a Computer, a Computer? (5:09).
(5 minutes) Module 3 Wrap-Up
Overview
In order to maximize your experience in the professional learning program, it is important that you provide timely, ongoing feedback.
Do This
- Complete the Gots and Needs request as described by your facilitator(s). The facilitator(s) will respond to them throughout the workshop.
- Complete the Code.org survey.