CS220AU

Table of contents

  1. CS220AU
    1. CS220AU timetable
    2. Module description
    3. Assignment brief
      1. Digital portfolio examples
    4. Syllabus with notes
      1. w2 Intro + digital identities (VR map)
      2. FAQ
      3. w3 Websites, digital portfolio setup (GitHub, Markdown)
        1. Introduction
        2. Today
      4. w4 Project Management
        1. Introduction
        2. Today
        3. Homework
      5. w5 Content production (take/make)
        1. Introduction
        2. Today
        3. Homework
      6. Week 6 Self- and peer-assessment (presentations, group work, troubleshooting)
        1. Introduction
        2. Group work
        3. Troubleshooting
      7. Week 7 GitHub Pages
        1. Introduction
        2. GitHub Pages
        3. Group work
        4. Homework
      8. Week 8 Reading week
      9. Week 9-10-11 Workshops

CS220AU timetable

Group 1: Fri 12–2pm in IT Lab I 3.402
Group 2: Fri 4-6pm in IT Lab R TC.11

We have two-hour sessions in weeks 2–7, 9–11.

Week 8 is reading week (no classes).

Module description

This page expands on the university’s module descriptions.

After a one-hour session introducing both parts of the module in week 2, the seminars/workshops in weeks 2–7 provide training in a specific topic such, as

  • digital identities
  • web design
  • multimedia production
  • e-safety
  • blogging
  • intelligent search strategies
  • note-taking
  • digital writing skills
  • agile project management

Workshops in weeks 9–11 provide opportunities to present your progress for feedback.

progress = happiness :)

The module introduces primarily free and cross-platform software, often highlighting their advantages and disadvantages compared to paid software.

The classes run in labs equipped with Windows PCs, providing some tools to help build your portfolios. I will also demonstrate software on macOS. You can use your own laptops and software in class.

Assignment brief

Throughout the term, you will build a digital portfolio that consists of

  1. a website critically reflecting on a specific connection between two research domains
    • digital identities
    • existential risks
  2. a self- and peer-assessment file
  3. a succinct portfolio overview

For more information, see the digital portfolio template.

You are asked to

  1. explore connections between digital identities and existential risks
  2. choose one specific connection
  3. use your website to critically reflect one this connection

Your need to

  1. review the literature
  2. analyze your findings
  3. synthesize them
  4. publish the result

Digital portfolio examples

Examples from last year’s CS220AU portfolios can be found here.

Syllabus with notes

This outline is subject to change based on our progress.

From week 3 onwards, each session will start with shortly discussing your progress.

w2 Intro + digital identities (VR map)

  • you are free to leave the room anytime (toilet, fresh air)
  • we can have a 10 min break in the middle
  • we must leave the room 10 min before the next class starts
  • who has a class to catch after this?
  • next, let’s revise this page from the top to help clarify what the digital portfolio and the research question are

FAQ

Can I develop a website with another software e.g. WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, etc?

  • No, GitHub is free, fast, and will provide you with a better understanding of the foundations of the digital world (e.g. the relationship between back-end and the front-end of a website).

Why do I need to write up my thoughts on a website instead of in ‘normal’ essay in a Word file?

  • Because, writing something public will push you to work harder.
  • Because, making a website will develop new skills (e.g. the basic understanding of web-design and hosting).
  • Because, you can embed audio-visual content in a website.
  • Because, you can share it faster.
  • You can stay anonymous, if you want to.

Is this module for me?

  • In essence, the module can help you
    • develop your digital identities, but more specifically your professional digital identity (i.e. your professional engagement with others through the Web)
    • understand basic web-design and content production and provide you with a very fast website (for free).

Now, let’s find out how we can assess our digital identities, our engagement with the Web.

w3 Websites, digital portfolio setup (GitHub, Markdown)

Introduction

  • How do you take notes?
  • GitHub account and repositories
  • Markdown language
  1. Do you need clarification on the assignment?
  2. Any other questions (e.g. coming to the evening class?)
  3. Did you manage to finish watching/reading the info on the Digital identities page?
  4. Did you manage to write up your notes?
  5. Where are your notes now? What format?
  6. Have you managed to create an online group for yourselves to discuss ideas freely?

Today

Today we will:

  1. Talk a bit about websites
  2. Passwords
  3. Create a GitHub account with two repositories (aka repos)
    • One private (you can use it for your notes)
    • One public (you will have to use it for your assignment)
    • Start the ‘Log’ and the ‘Tasks’ lists in your portfolios
    • Use the GitHub Pages function in your repositories’ settings to turn Markdown files into HTML (to create your website)

w4 Project Management

Introduction

  • Any questions?
  • Did you experiment with Markdown and your repositories?
  • How are your research questions coming along?
    • I added more resources to the Existential Risks page.

Today

Last week we talked about time management (e.g. that you should set time aside for this project and commit to it)

  • How do you manage your projects?
  • This week, we will look into project management.

Homework

  • Explore the methods discussed today.
  • Progress with your assignment.

w5 Content production (take/make)

Introduction

  • Any questions?
  • Did you experiment with Markdown and your repositories?
  • How are your research questions coming along?

Today

Content Production

  1. take/make
  2. types of materials

Homework

  • Prepare presentations for next week on your progress (+5%).

Week 6 Self- and peer-assessment (presentations, group work, troubleshooting)

Introduction

  • Who has prepared a presentation?
  • Any questions?

Group work

You will use the CS220AU marking rubric to analyze submissions from last year. Each group will analyze a few submissions and match them with the final feedback, which will be provided as printed handouts.

Troubleshooting

Let’s check what troubleshooting means and how it can be done effectively.

Week 7 GitHub Pages

Introduction

  • Any questions?
  • Did you experiment with Markdown and your repositories?
  • How are your research questions coming along?

GitHub Pages

  • let’s work in your index.md file

Group work

You will use the CS220AU marking rubric to analyze submissions from last year. Each group will analyze a few submissions and match them with the final feedback, which will be provided as printed handouts.

Homework

Progress with your assignment.

Week 8 Reading week

  • no classes

Week 9-10-11 Workshops

  • individual or group sessions
  • earlier deadline for Exchange students
  • feedback forms