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Unit 1: Getting Savvy about Cyberspace

Internet technology has transformed every aspect of modern life. From group video chats to virtual assignments and having dinner delivered to our doorsteps, our ability to use modern technology to our advantage has never been greater than it is right now! But while this technology offers incredible advantages, it can also spell serious trouble when it’s used the wrong way. Interacting online thoughtlessly or inappropriately can lead to immediate and long-term trouble. The good news is that by learning how to manage your online interactions in positive ways, you can easily avoid these issues. In this unit, you will discover how to use this technology as a responsible digital citizen.

What will you learn in this unit?

After studying this unit, you will be able to:
Explain how online activity relates to the user both now and in the future
Relate how laws and norms work to keep internet users interacting fairly
Convey the importance of cybersecurity for keeping internet users safe
Recognize the signs of cyberbullying and the impact it can have on its victims
UNIT 1 Assignments
Assignment
Type
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2
Lesson 01: The Internet Never Forgets
Lesson
3
Lesson 02: Keeping Cyberspace Honest
Lesson
4
Lesson 03: Keeping Cyberspace Safe
Lesson
5
Lesson 04: Keeping Cyberspace Kind
Lesson
6
Critical Thinking Questions
Submission
7
Activity 1: What Do I Want to Learn?
Submission
8
Activity 2: What Kind of Behavior Creates a Positive Digital Footprint?
Submission
9
Activity 3: What Effect Could an AUP Have on Me?
Submission
10
Unit 1 Discussion 1
Discussion
11
Unit 1 Discussion 2
Discussion
12
Unit 1 Quiz
Multiple Choice
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Unit 2: Building Your Technology Toolkit

Technology seems to change practically overnight. Cutting-edge gadgets are soon replaced by faster, more powerful, and more efficient versions which get all the attention—for now, at least! This kind of progress can be overwhelming, but the benefits are hard to ignore. Yesterday’s advances in technology quickly led to the new products and applications of today, and those in turn set the stage for the tools of tomorrow. In this unit, we’ll look more closely at how technology has transformed our world and at ways that you can maximize technology’s benefits.

What will you learn in this unit?

After studying this unit, you will be able to:
Identify new or emerging technologies and explain the ways they impact society
Explain methods of interfacing with computer technology such as data storage options and file-naming conventions
Implement shortcuts and troubleshooting techniques for tech gadgets and software
Evaluate the quality and progress of computer keyboard performance
UNIT 2 Assignments
Assignment
Type
1
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2
Lesson 01: A Technology Time Warp?
Lesson
3
Lesson 02: You Can File That Under “Saved”
Lesson
4
Lesson 03: What’s the Secret?
Lesson
5
Lesson 04: Shredding on a Different Board
Lesson
6
Critical Thinking Questions
Submission
7
Activity 1: How Much Faster Can I Type?
Submission
8
Activity 2: Can I Troubleshoot Technical Issues?
Submission
9
Activity 3: How Can I Save This for Later?
Submission
10
Unit 2 Discussion 1
Discussion
11
Unit 2 Discussion 2
Discussion
12
Unit 2 Quiz
Multiple Choice
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Unit 3: Be Part of the Solution

Think of that movie you’ve been dying to see. Did you know that some movies can take as long as four years to make but show in theaters for only about four weeks? It’s true. And that long list of names rolling at the end of the movie names the dozens—sometimes hundreds—of people who receive some credit for solving the problems on route to making the movie a reality. The same goes for games, apps, and electric cars, to name a few. But the products we enjoy didn’t get made by accident. They all took an enormous amount of time, effort, and teamwork to produce. In this unit, you’ll explore how this kind of collaboration takes place. You’ll also discover the skills you can develop and the tools you can use to tackle the problems you want to solve.

What will you learn in this unit?

After studying this unit, you will be able to:
Identify skills and tools to help you identify the nature of a problem
Engage a process designed to break problems down into more manageable parts
Describe how practical pseudocode can clarify procedures and instructions
Demonstrate how flowcharts enhance teamwork and communication
UNIT 3 Assignments
Assignment
Type
1
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2
Lesson 01: So, What’s the Problem?
Lesson
3
Lesson 02: Focusing Your Attention on Design
Lesson
4
Lesson 03: Problem-Solving with Pseudocode
Lesson
5
Lesson 04: Thinking in Pseudocode
Lesson
6
Critical Thinking Questions
Submission
7
Activity 1: What Have I Learned So Far?
Submission
8
Activity 2: Can I Instruct Someone Using Pseudocode?
Submission
9
Activity 3: How Can I Use the Design Process in Different Industries?
Submission
10
Unit 3 Discussion 1
Discussion
11
Unit 3 Discussion 2
Discussion
12
Unit 3 Quiz
Multiple Choice
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Midterm Exam

Review information acquired and mastered from this course up to this point.
Take a course exam based on material from the first half of the course (Note: You will be able to open this exam only one time.)
Midterm Exam Assignments
Assignment
Type
1
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2
Midterm Exam
Multiple Choice
3
Midterm Discussion
Discussion
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Unit 4: Using Text-Based Algorithms

Did you know that the world runs on largely invisible commands communicated in mathematical languages? Think about your favorite game or app. What do you like the most about it? Is it the graphics that grab your attention? Or has the music hooked you and brought you back for more? Whatever it is, the fact is that a programmer had to code the product so that it would work properly. But that’s the tip of the iceberg! In our modern tech age, code runs virtually everything. In this unit, we’ll begin exploring text-based languages and how they operate. We’ll also take an in-depth look at one text-based language in particular, and you’ll learn how programmers use languages to create a variety of software products all around the world.

What will you learn in this unit?

After studying this unit, you will be able to:
Describe the steps of the software development process
Recognize differences between computing data, such as binary code and bits
Compare modern software tools used for coding with text-based languages
Identify the building blocks of the Python coding language
Explain the two foundational operations for using the Python coding language
Unit 4 Assignments
Assignment
Type
1
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2
Lesson 01: Solving Problems with Software
Lesson
3
Lesson 02: Quick Guide to Computing Data
Lesson
4
Lesson 03: Communicating Through Text
Lesson
5
Lesson 04: The Building Blocks of Python
Lesson
6
Lesson 05: The Foundations of Python
Lesson
7
Critical Thinking Questions
Submission
8
Activity 1: How Can I Develop an Algorithm to Solve a Problem?
Submission
9
Activity 2: How Can I Use Loops and Iterations in a Text-Based Program?
Submission
10
Unit 4 Discussion 1
Discussion
11
Unit 4 Discussion 2
Discussion
12
Unit 4 Quiz
Multiple Choice
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Unit 5: This Is Just a Formality

Social media has totally transformed not only how we interact with one another but also how we live our lives. If you’re stuck on a math problem, you can bet YouTube has a video that can help you solve it. If you’re looking for a recipe for banana bread, you can choose from any number of them on Pinterest. We share mind-boggling amounts of information across the internet. But this kind of easy access can make things a little too comfortable and familiar. Professionalism and formal interaction are still vital to our social interactions—even online. In this unit, we will evaluate the contexts for various kinds of social interaction. Then, we will turn to tools designed to help you stay focused and productive while working online. Finally, we’ll wrap up the unit by reviewing standards that apply to creating and consuming online digital content. That way, you’ll be prepared for any online interaction!

What will you learn in this unit?

After studying this unit, you will be able to:
Distinguish between various types of online social interactions
Relay the importance of ethics and laws for posting content online
Spot ways content can be crafted to convey a biased point of view
Share strategies for sourcing accurate and relevant online content
Unit 5 Assignments
Assignment
Type
1
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2
Lesson 01: Showing Respect in Cyberspace
Lesson
3
Lesson 02: Are You Sure This Is Legal?
Lesson
4
Lesson 03: That’s One Way to Look at It
Lesson
5
Lesson 04: Information’s the Name of the Game
Lesson
6
Critical Thinking Questions
Submission
7
Activity 1: How Can l Use the Internet to Change the World?
Submission
8
Activity 2: How Can I Improve My Blog with Multimedia?
Submission
9
Activity 3: How Can I Spot Bias, and How Do I Accommodate New Perspectives?
Submission
10
Unit 5 Discussion 1
Discussion
11
Unit 5 Discussion 2
Discussion
12
Unit 5 Quiz
Multiple Choice
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Unit 6: Now, Put It All Together

Today’s technology moves quickly. From searching the internet to sending and receiving messages, we want our content, and we want it NOW! Cutting-edge developments are ready to send today’s tech into tomorrow’s sales bins. But tomorrow’s tech is about more than just surfing the web at sonic speed. Fresh features and peak performance are qualities that continue to drive demand. In this unit, we’ll identify, compare, and even combine multiple content tools designed to deliver the quality your audiences crave. By learning to build your brand now, you’ll set yourself up for sustained success, both today and into the increasingly interconnected world of tomorrow.

What will you learn in this unit?

After studying this unit, you will be able to:
Process and organize relevant data using appropriate applications
Craft different forms of media content to connect with a global audience
Develop and deliver in-person presentations pitched to popular audiences
Build brand recognition using tools to launch and develop a personal website
UNIT 6 Assignments
Assignment 
Type
1
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2
Lesson 01: Taking Inventory of Your Content Tools
Lesson
3
Lesson 02: Show and Tell
Lesson
4
Lesson 03: Looking at the Numbers
Lesson
5
Lesson 04: Set Your Sites on the Future
Lesson
6
Critical Thinking Questions
Submission
7
Activity 1: What Did I Get from This Course?
Submission
8
Activity 2: How Can I Publish a Personal Website?
Submission
9
Activity 3: How Can I Improve My Website Using Other Programs?
Submission
10
Unit 6 Discussion 1
Discussion
11
Unit 6 Discussion 2
Discussion
12
Unit 6 Quiz
Multiple Choice
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Capstone Project Due (December 6,2024)

Final Exam

Review information acquired and mastered from this course up to this point.
Take a course exam based on material from all units in this course. (Note: You will be able to open this exam only one time.)
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