Multilingual App Development for Eastern

KC Organizations
Grade Level: 10-12 | Duration: 12 weeks | Subject:
Computer Science
🎯 MISSOURI CONTENT STANDARDS
● Computer Science [Link].A: Algorithms and Programming - Design and implement
solutions
● Computer Science [Link].A: Data and Analysis - Collect, organize, and analyze data
● Computer Science [Link].A: Impacts of Computing - Analyze computing's impact on
society
● Math [Link].A.3: Create equations to describe relationships between quantities
● English Language Arts: Technical writing, user documentation, presentation skills
⚡ ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Academic: Programming logic, user interface design, database management, algorithm
development, technical documentation, testing and debugging Professional: Client
communication, project management, software development lifecycle, user experience design,
multilingual technical support 21st Century: Digital equity advocacy, cross-cultural design,
collaborative programming, problem-solving for social impact, inclusive technology

💻 PROJECT SCENARIO
The KC Digital Inclusion Coalition has identified critical technology gaps in immigrant service
organizations throughout eastern Kansas City. As software development consultants, student
teams will partner with local organizations like Guadalupe Centers and Northeast KC agencies
to design, develop, and implement multilingual mobile applications that bridge language barriers
in healthcare, education, and social services.
❓ DRIVING QUESTION
How can we develop multilingual technology solutions that bridge language barriers and
improve access to essential services for diverse communities in eastern Kansas City?

📋 CULMINATING PRODUCT
Complete Mobile Application Suite including:
● Functional multilingual mobile apps addressing specific organizational needs
● User interface designs with culturally responsive elements and language-switching
capabilities
● Comprehensive technical documentation with bilingual user guides
● Client training materials and ongoing technical support protocols
● App deployment on relevant platforms with user feedback integration system
👥 AUTHENTIC AUDIENCE
● Partner organizations: Guadalupe Centers, Northeast KC community agencies
● App end-users: Community members seeking services in multiple languages
● KC Digital Inclusion Coalition leadership and staff
● Community organization staff requiring training on app implementation
● East High Tech Club providing ongoing technical support and app maintenance
🔗 AUTHENTICITY
● Real technology needs identified by actual community service organizations
● Apps will be used daily by community members accessing essential services
● Client feedback determines app features, design, and functionality requirements
● Professional software development processes including user testing and iteration
● Ongoing support relationships with partner organizations for app maintenance and
updates

LEARNING PATH
📅 ENTRY EVENT (Week 1)
"Digital Divide Crisis in Eastern KC" - Representatives from KC Digital Inclusion Coalition
present data showing technology barriers preventing immigrant families from accessing
healthcare, education, and social services. Students learn that language barriers in digital
interfaces create significant obstacles for community members seeking essential support.
🎯 PROJECT MILESTONES
Weeks 2-3: Needs Assessment & Client Consultation
● Meet with partner organizations to identify specific technology needs and user
requirements
● Conduct user interviews with community members in multiple languages
● Research existing solutions and identify gaps in multilingual accessibility
● Deliverable: Client needs assessment report with technical requirements and user
personas
Weeks 4-5: Design & Planning Phase
● Create user interface mockups with culturally responsive design elements
● Develop database architecture supporting multiple languages and user types
● Plan app features prioritizing accessibility and language-switching functionality
● Deliverable: Technical design documents and user interface prototypes with client
approval
Weeks 6-8: Development & Programming Phase
● Code core app functionality using appropriate programming languages and frameworks
● Implement multilingual features including text translation and voice interface options
● Create database systems for user information and service provider data
● Deliverable: Functional app prototype with core features and multilingual capabilities
Weeks 9-10: Testing & User Feedback Integration
● Conduct extensive user testing with community members across different language
proficiencies
● Gather feedback from partner organizations on app functionality and usability
● Debug technical issues and refine user interface based on testing results
● Deliverable: Refined app with user feedback integration and bug fixes completed
Weeks 11-12: Deployment & Training
● Deploy apps on relevant platforms with proper security and privacy protocols
● Train community organization staff on app implementation and user support
● Create comprehensive user documentation in multiple languages
● Deliverable: Fully deployed apps with training materials and ongoing support protocols
established

🌟 ELL SUPPORT STRATEGIES