In this LESSON you will learn about:

Learning Objectives:
  1. Know what star and mesh network topologies are.
  2. Be able to descrivbe the common features of star and mesh network topologies.
  3. Evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of star and mesh network topologies.
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Lesson Overview 

Resources
Starter:
Students are given paper cups and string and have to create the various network topologies.  Discuss the features and advantages and disadvantages.

Main:
  1. Students take down main notes from teacher notes.
  2. Students compete the card sort exercise.
  3. Using the 'topology notes' create a poster, video, animation or leaflet on the features of the topologies.

​​Plenary:​​
Use knowledge and understanding to complete exam style questions
Peer mark and feedback.
1_teacher_notes.ppt
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2_card_sort.doc
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topology_notes.docx
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