Unit Project

Module: Networking Protocols and Services

 

Description of Problem

You are a curriculum development team hired by an educational firm to create a protocol lesson package that can be sold to schools and vocational programs (in college and high school) throughout the United States. You have latitude in some areas, but must follow their instructions in others.

 

You will be doing this project on TCP/IP. You must include all of the protocols in the white book, as well as the following new protocols:

  • PPTP
  • L2TP
  • LDAP

Current Needs

Your package should include:

·         A poster of the OSI model showing which protocol works at which level. The poster should be informational and describe the role or function of each protocol.

·         A manipulative that teaches the protocol stack, what protocols work within the stack, the function of each protocol, and how they relate to the OSI model. Include instructions on how to use the manipulative with students.

·          A written pamphlet/booklet with information the trainer needs to know in order to teach each protocol stack. Assume the teacher has no prior knowledge. It should be easy to read, simple to navigate, and contain complete information.

·          An assessment piece. This should be a “test” of some format. It should contain no less than 25 questions and should test how much the student learns using the manipulative.

·         A thorough demonstration of the package, including how to use the manipulative, what is contained in the packet, and how the protocols work. We will all set up our “packages” and demonstrate to potential clients on the same day.

Interviews with employees

Honestly, I just don’t “get it.” I understand the purpose of a protocol, in general, but I am having a hard time remembering what each one does, where it fits on the OSI model, etc. I need something to not only help me learn the materials…so make the documentation thorough, but I also need something fun that the kids can play.

 

I’m not looking for flip memory cards, or something simple. I’m looking for something that kids would like…on the computer is great. Board games are fun. No card games, they just don’t get into that.

 

Then so they’ll remember their information, I need colorful posters to hang on the wall. If the poster is interactive, it’s that much better. I’d do it myself, but who has time. Besides, that’s why I’m paying your company the big bucks!

Expansion plans/Future needs

They are hoping to expand their understanding of protocols dramatically so please be sure to include a list of resources for more information so that, in the future, they can get more in-depth.

Your Requirements

Task One: Develop a list of terms/jargon to be defined for the customer. Define the jargon.

Task Two: Develop a list of questions that must be answered before you can begin your research.

Task Three: Develop a list of current customer needs.

Task Four: Develop a list of future customer needs.

Task Five: Research solutions to the problems and develop a solution to present to the customer.

Task Six: Keep a list of resources consulted as you go. It will be part of your portfolio

Task Seven: Create a spreadsheet of prices to the solution, if applicable.

Task Eight: Emulate the solution on your system.

Deliverables

m      Jargon list

m      Questions

m      Current needs

m      Future needs

m      Solution, including graphics and drawings as necessary

m      Resource list

m      Solution set up on server, computers, etc. as appropriate

 

Grading Rubric For Project

Item

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4

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Poster—Design

Poster is eye catching and colorful. Poster contains graphics which lend to the enhancement of the topic. There are zero spelling or grammatical errors. Poster could be used in a classroom as an educational enhancement.

Poster is eye catching and colorful. Poster contains graphics, although the graphics may not enhance the subject matter. There are no more than two spelling errors or grammatical errors. Poster could be used in a classroom with some modifications.

Poster contains information pertaining the subject. There are more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Poster could not be used within a classroom without a major overhaul.

Poster is of poor quality. Contains no graphics. Poster has a number of errors.

Not observed

Poster—Information

Poster clearly defines all layers of the OSI model. Poster identifies correctly all protocols which work at corresponding levels of the OSI model. Information is concise and clear. A student could use this poster to help his/her understanding of protocols in relation to the OSI model.

Poster clearly defines all layers of the OSI model. Poster identifies some or most of the protocols which work at corresponding levels of the OSI model. Information is wordy and in some places difficult to understand. A student could use this poster to help his/her understanding of protocols with some modifications.

Posters is missing important information in relation to the layers of the OSI and corresponding protocol stacks. Information is difficult to understand or incomplete. Poster would not be an educational aid without major revisions.

Information is inaccurate or sorely incomplete.

Not observed

Maninpulative—Educational Content

Educational content of manipulative is complete. All protocols are clearly outlined in some manner. Functions of each protocol are clearly outlined. All information is accurate and factual. Shows a clear understanding of protocol relationships. This could be used in a real classroom setting.

Educational content of manipulative is complete with minor exceptions. (No more than 1 or 2 protocols are missing. Functions of protocols are outlined and easily understood with a little research. Shows an understanding of most of the concepts of protocol relationships. With modification, this could be used in a real classroom setting.

Educational content of manipulative is incomplete. Relationships between protocols and networking is unclear. The student shows the beginning of understanding the concepts, but does not grasp them well enough to teach them. This could not be used in a real classroom as is, but might be the beginning of a great idea.

Information is inaccurate or incomplete. Relationships are not clearly defined. Student shows little understanding of protocols and networking.

Not observed

Manipulative—Appeal

Manipulative shows creative use of color and style. It is attractive to the eye and visually engaging. It makes you want to pick it up and/or explore it further.

Manipulative is creative and engaging. It looks more like a prototype than a finished project. It has a great deal of promise to be an interesting and engaging activity.

Manipulative is flat, uninteresting, or lacks creativity. Most students would overlook it. It has little visual appeal. It appears to still be in the planning stages.

Manipulative is incomplete.

Not observed

Pamphlet—Written information

Pamphlet clearly outlines educational content the teacher must know to use the manipulative correctly with his/her class. It also contains complete directions for using the manipulative. It clearly states the authors/creators of the packet.

Pamphlet is informational and informative. Content is complete, but may not be clear, or may read as if it was taken from a textbook. Directions for using the manipulative are incomplete or confusing. It clearly states the authors/creators.

Pamphlet is incomplete and/or contains erroneous information. Directions for using the manipulative are missing or confusing. The authors/creators are clearly identified.

Pamphlet is incomplete. Information is either no present of wrong. Important concepts are missing. Instructions on how to use the manipulative and/or information needed to teach the topic are missing.

Not observed

Demonstration

Describes clearly, concisely, and completely:

·          The parts of the individual curriculum packet.

·          How to use the packet with your students.

·          Guides student audience through one “round” or session of using the manipulative.

·          Assists students in their learning.

·          Delivers the assessment piece.

Describes completely with two or less omissions:

·          The parts of the individual curriculum packet.

·          How to use the packet with your students.

·          Guides student audience through one “round” or session of using the manipulative.

·          Assists students in their learning.

·          Delivers the assessment piece.

Missing important components of the descriptions. Information is unclear or erroneous. Demonstration shows a blossoming understanding of protocols and protocol stacks, but lacks clarity.

Demonstration shows little understanding of protocols and protocol stacks.

Not observed

Spelling

There are no spelling errors.

Less than ten spelling errors.

More than ten spelling errors.

 

 

Quality of print material

Material is neatly organized, typed, and formatted for ease of reading. All issues are addressed. Headings are provided to easily guide the reader to specific sections. Papers are securely fastened together. Pages are numbered, and students’ names appear on each page.

Material is typed and organized. All issues are addressed, but reader must “dig” to find information. Papers are securely fastened. Pages are numbered and students’ names appear on each page.

Material is not typed and shows little or no organization. Reading is difficult due to sloppiness, spelling or grammatical errors, and/or lack of care put into paper. Names are missing from paper. Pages are not numbered.

 

Not observed

Quiz

Quiz contains 16-20 questions which are clear, correct, simple to understand, and test the concepts taught by the manipulative. They must contain at least four of each of the following: multiple choice, scenario, fill in, matching. Quiz is typed and a clear key is included.

Quiz contains 16-20 questions which test the concepts taught by the manipulative. No more than one or two “throwaway” questions are included. A variety of question types are included (see 5 point box). Quiz is typed with no more than two errors and a key is included.

Quiz contains 10-16 questions which test the concepts taught by the manipulative. Quiz contains questions that are not high level enough to actually quiz the concepts. (Answers are vague or given in the question or later on the quiz.) Quiz is typed, but contains errors.

Quiz is incomplete or quickly thrown together at last minute. Little or no organization is shown. Concepts are not tested.

Not observed

Teamwork

All members showed equal understanding and contribution.

Some members worked more than others.

One or two members did much of the work.

 

 

Total

 

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Total X 4=

 

 

 

Team Members

 

         1

 

2

 

3

 

4

 

5

 

Best thing about the package

 

What still needs some work

 

Would you buy this educational package? Notes on why or why not