Model of the Model
Sometimes it is
difficult to conceptualize something like the OSI model without seeing. Since
we can’t look at the network and “see” the OSI model, I want you to create a
model of your own. This model should be a manipulative that can be experienced
by touch and feel. (You may certainly add the other senses if it is
appropriate.)
Using materials of
your choosing, you are going to create a three dimensional model of the OSI
model.
You will work as a
team on this model. Decide together the format your model will take and fill
out a project sheet describing your project.
Use the following
as a guideline for my expectations for this model:
Media
·
Uses
appropriate media (clay, cardboard, wood, etc.)
·
Model
shows appropriate creativity.
·
Model
holds up to use by other students 15
Points
Concept
·
Clearly
demonstrates the 7 layers
·
Layers
are labeled with complete descriptions of what happens at each layer.
·
Transmission/communication
pathway is indicated, both sending and receiving.
·
Events
and devices which occur/work at each layer are clearly identified at the layers
they work at.
80
points
Presentation
·
Uses
appropriate terminology to describe model.
·
Demonstrates
the communication pathway from one computer to another
·
Presents
model in a mature and appropriate fashion
·
Shows
clear understanding of the OSI model 35
points
Written
Create a flyer to go with the project
describing all of the following concepts:
8 The purpose of the OSI model in networking
8 A brief description of what happens at each
layer
8 A list of at least five protocols that work
at each layer (use TCP/IP or LINUX protocols)
8 A list of hardware that works at each layer
8 How data travels from one computer to
another through the layers, and what each layer does with the data
8 A “For more information” section
50
points
Teamwork
·
All
team members work together during class time.
·
Each
team member has a job or jobs within the project.
·
All
team members are a part of the presentation.
·
Each
team member fills out a self evaluation and a rubric. 20 points
Total 200 points
Warning: Too often teams get hung up on the
media portion and make a really smashing looking model, but fail to show how
the OSI model works, demonstrate the header information, etc. Notice that
concept is worth 80 points.
Rubric for OSI
model
|
Component |
Exceeds
Expectations |
Completely
Meets Expectations |
Shows promise |
Does not meet
expectations |
Not Demonstrated |
|
Media chosen is
appropriate and appeals to the sense of touch. |
6 |
5 |
4 |
2 |
0 |
|
Model shows appropriate
creativity. Clearly demonstrates OSI model, but is creative in its approach. |
9 |
8 |
6 |
4 |
0 |
|
Model is sturdy and stands
up to students using it. |
3 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
|
Seven layers of the
model are clearly noticeable |
11 |
10 |
8 |
6 |
0 |
|
Hardware that occurs at
each layer is clearly labeled. |
16 |
15 |
12 |
9 |
0 |
|
Transmission pathway is
clearly indicated for both sending and receiving computers. |
16 |
15 |
12 |
9 |
0 |
|
Intercommunication
between layers is clearly defined. |
16 |
15 |
12 |
9 |
0 |
|
Events which occur at
each level are clearly indicated or described. |
11 |
15 |
12 |
9 |
0 |
|
Labels are clear, easy
to read, and easy to understand |
11 |
10 |
8 |
6 |
0 |
|
Presenters use
appropriate terminology to describe model |
11 |
10 |
8 |
6 |
0 |
|
Presenters clearly
demonstrate the movement of a packet from the sending computer to the
receiving computer. |
11 |
10 |
8 |
6 |
0 |
|
Presentation is
appropriate and mature. |
6 |
5 |
4 |
2 |
0 |
|
Each presenter shows a
clear understanding of the OSI model |
11 |
10 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
|
All team members work
together during class time. |
11 |
10 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
|
Flyer contains
describes purpose of the OSI model in networking |
11 |
10 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
|
Flyer contains
description of what happens at each layer |
11 |
10 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
|
Flyer contains list of hardware
and at least five protocols that work at each layer |
11 |
10 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
|
Flyer contains a full
description of how data travels from one computer to another (through layers) |
11 |
10 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
|
Flyer contains a list of
resources for more information (at least 10) |
11 |
1 pt per item |
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|
All team members are a
part of the presentation. |
11 |
10 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
|
Total points for
presentation |
/200 |
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Team Name:
_____________________________________________________
The best parts of this project are:
Improvement could be shown on: