Build your own Akinator

 

Take a look at the popular website Akinator -https://en.akinator.com/

This "Web Genius" uses a powerful algorithm to guess what you are thinking.


Every good computer program has an algorithm that runs the back end of the program. An algorithm is simple a set of steps, procedures and rules that perform a task. Artificial intelligence or AI is based on these principals.

You will create your own "Akinator" that accurately predicts what the user chooses from a set of toys that are given to you. Look at the assignment and the other materials to create your own!


You may use the following pictures to start your program:



What type of algorithm could you write to narrow down the user choices to accurately guess/predict what they are thinking?



What program would you use to guide the user through your series of questions? Many of our learners will simply use Google Sheets.

What does the learner have to deliver? What is the MVP or Minimum Viable Product?


Have Fun!!

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Other good resources:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rL8X2mlNHPM

Animation Basics

Animation Basics

Learners in class have the opportunity to become proficient in creating simple animations with various software options.

We begin our journey using the online tool Animatron. (https://www.animatron.com/studio)

They are asked to go through the tutorials to understand how to complete simple keyframe animations. 

The Basics:

Learners are asked to simply show that they can meet the requirements of the following MVP (Minimum Viable Product)

Exemplars:

One of the best examples of a product comes from one of our 7th graders. You can see her example below:

Paper Skimmers

Paper Skimmers

Learners design and build a paper skimmer as part of our Design and Engineering strand in Computer Science Class.

Learners are given plans from Project Lead the Way and are directed to follow the guidelines and plans to complete the product. Many learners will modify the plans, both on purpose and on accident. One of the best things to watch is how each learner modifies their design if it doesn't work the first time.

One of the best quotes I have heard about the Design Process is

FAIL EARLY - FAIL OFTEN!




This video shows how one learner made some adjustments to the PLTW plans given to them. His changes led to a dramatic improvement in performance!

Fun Game created by 8th Grade Learner

Learners were asked to use the platform provided by GameStar Mechanic to learn a little about game theory and create their own game.

Here is a fun game created by one of our learners.

https://gamestarmechanic.com/game/shared/500218/74ddaebbff3637c3a9e3cdc2f7b19b27

Minimum Viable Product (MVP) guidelines are below:

Introduction to MS Computer Science

For those wanting to see how we are running Middle School Computer Science this year, here is a brief overview...