Smart plant pots 2 (Year 9 Digital Design)
- SOI: Social entrepreneurs can innovate and influence communities.
- Key concept: Communities
- Related concept: Innovation
- Context: Fairness and development (social entrepreneurs)
- Assessed criteria: C, D
- Technology: ESP32, MicroPython, Pump, Moisture sensor, Temperature sensor, Wifi, IoT
Use your social entrepreneurial skills to construct an innovative, smart pot planter to nurture your plants.
Schedule
Lesson 1 - Unit Launch + Big Ideas
Lesson 2 - Intro to ESP32 + IDE setup
Lesson 3 - Python Basics 1
Lesson 4 - Python Basics 2
Lesson 5 - Python Basics 3
Lesson 6 - Python Basics 4
Lesson 7 - Components Overview
Lesson 8 - Wiring & Testing
Lesson 9 & 10 - Mounting in Pot
Lesson 11 & 12 - Full System Code
Lesson 13 - Adding IoT
Lesson 14 - Testing & Debugging
Lesson 15 - Peer Testing Day
Lesson 16 & 17 - Dragon’s den pitch
Lesson 18 - Reflection
Lesson 19 - Finalise all ARR
Criterion C: Creating the solution
1-2
- I showed only a little skill when building or coding my system.
- My system doesn’t work properly or is incomplete.
- I didn’t really plan out my steps.
3-4
- I made a plan, but it was missing details or hard to follow.
- I built a basic system that works a little bit, but not fully.
- I used some coding and wiring skills, but had difficulty.
- I briefly said what I changed during the project.
5-6
- I created a clear step-by-step plan that most people could follow.
- I used good skills to wire and code my system.
- My system works the way I planned and is put together neatly.
- I explained the changes I made and why I made them.
7-8
- I created a well-organized and realistic plan that shows how I used my time and materials efficiently.
- I used excellent skills to build and program my system.
- I followed my plan carefully and built a smart plant pot that works well and looks professional.
- I clearly explained the changes I made as I worked and gave good reasons for them
Self and peer asseessment checklist
- I created a clear step-by-step plan for building and coding my smart pot plant.
- My plan includes what I will do, when I will do it, and what materials or tools I’ll need.
- My plan is easy to follow and could be used by someone else to build a similar system.
- I connected the hardware (moisture sensor, pump, ESP32, etc.) correctly and safely.
- I wrote working MicroPython code that controls the system based on sensor readings.
- I tested my system regularly and fixed any technical problems I found.
- I followed my plan closely and made sure my system works as intended.
- My smart pot automatically waters the plant and sends updates to a phone or app.
- I documented any changes I made to my original plan or design.
- I clearly explained why I made those changes and how they helped improve the system.
Criterion D: Evaluating
1-2
- I described a simple test to check if my system works.
- I said whether my system was successful or not, but didn’t explain much.
3-4
- I used a test that gave me useful data (like moisture levels or notifications).
- I compared my results to my original goals and said how successful it was.
- I listed some ways I could improve my system.
- I briefly said how my system might help someone or make a difference.
5-6
- I used a few good tests to collect data that showed if my system worked.
- I described in detail how successful it was based on the results.
- I explained some good ideas for how to improve it.
- I described how my system could help the user or the environment.
7-8
- I used strong and detailed testing methods that gave accurate results (e.g. moisture logs, watering times, notifications).
- I explained clearly how well my system met the goals using the data.
- I gave thoughtful and realistic suggestions to improve the system.
- I explained how my system could make a positive difference for people and the environment.
Self and peer asseessment checklist
- I created a good set of tests to check if my system works as expected.
- I collected useful data from my tests (e.g. sensor readings, watering times, notifications).
- I used my test results to check how well my system met the original goals and design.
- I explained clearly what worked well and what could be better.
- I suggested realistic ways to improve my system (e.g. better design, smarter code, more efficient watering).
- I explained how my smart plant pot helps the user (e.g. saves time, makes plant care easier).
- I explained how my system supports sustainability (e.g. saves water, promotes greenery at home or school).
- I thought about how this type of system could help other people or the environment in the real world