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The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of objects that can exchange data with other devices also connected to the Internet. One of the most common consumer examples of IoT is home automation, as a variety of smart devices, including doorbells, lightbulbs, thermostats, and refrigerators are now av...

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Published inInformation Systems Education Journal Vol. 21; no. 2; pp. 69 - 81
Main Author Frydenberg, Mark
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Information Systems and Computing Academic Professionals 01.05.2023
Subjects
Active Learning
Automation
Computer Networks
Computer Science Education
Computer Software
Cooperative Learning
Educational Objectives
Handheld Devices
Information Technology
Internet
Laboratory Experiments
Reflection
Teaching Methods
Technological Literacy
Telecommunications
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Summary:The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of objects that can exchange data with other devices also connected to the Internet. One of the most common consumer examples of IoT is home automation, as a variety of smart devices, including doorbells, lightbulbs, thermostats, and refrigerators are now available which users can control remotely using mobile apps or smart speakers. In this hands-on activity, students will apply their basic skills in accessing wireless networks and using mobile devices to connect an Amazon Echo smart speaker to a home network, configure smart plugs to communicate with the Echo, and develop routines to interact with the smart plugs, smartphones, and other smart devices.