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Year 11 - Computing

Evaluating the success of a programming project

Python programming project

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will have the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge they have developed in previous programming units by approaching a practical project. They will apply software design, product design and testing principles to take their project from initial design to working prototype.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to evaluate a programming project against the original brief and success criteria.

Key Notes

  • To evaluate a project means to look back at what you have created and judge how well it meets the requirements.
  • Using a rubric can help you check each part of your work against clear success criteria.
  • A strong evaluation highlights what went well and what could be improved.
  • It helps you learn from the project and develop your skills for future programming work.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • evaluate: reflect on what has been done well and what could be improved
  • rubric: a guide that outlines criteria and levels of achievement to evaluate work fairly and consistently

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • An evaluation just states if something works or not.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.

To evaluate a project means to look back at what you have created and judge how well it meets the requirements. Using a rubric can help you check each part of your work against clear success criteria.

2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'evaluate'

reflect on what has been done well and what could be improved. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.

3. Correct this common computing misconception.

Mistake: An evaluation just states if something works or not. Correction: A strong evaluation should be specific and evidence-based, covering what works, how this was achieved and how it was tested.

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