Activity: Computing Systems Matching Game
Description
In this activity, students will participate in a computing systems matching game that will determine their levels of knowledge in this area. A class discussion can follow.
Unit: Computers, Information Processing and Storage
Description
In this unit, students will learn about: technology and its impact on society. They will define computers, hardware and software, and understand input, processing, output, data and storage.
Lessons
1. Technology and Computers
2. Information Processing
3. Data Storage
4. Quiz
Unit: Operating Systems and Networks
Description
In this unit, students will learn about: operating systems, file extensions, organizing files, and basic computer networks. Students experience a file explorer and practice file organization skills.
Lessons
1. Operating Systems, Part 1
2. Operating Systems, Part 2
3. Network Computing
4. Public and Home Internet Access
5. Quiz
Unit: Web Browsers, Email and Safe Computing
Description
In this unit, students will learn about: network applications, web browsers, and email. Students learn about URLs, elements of an email, practice basic email skills, and explore safe computing.
Lessons
1. Web Browsers
2. Email
3. Safe Computing
4. Quiz
Unit: Home Computing
Description
In this unit, students will learn about: the parts of a typical home computer, setting up a home computer, and updating software. Students learn about basic computer troubleshooting and how to safely download and install drivers and new applications.
Lessons
1. Connecting a Home Computer
2. Computer Troubleshooting
3. Quiz
Activity: Reflection Questions and Discussion
Description
In this activity, students will journal about hardware components, data storage, networks, and web browsers. A class discussion can follow.
Activity: Resolve Computing Systems Issues
Description
In this activity, students will review several scenarios and make recommendations to resolve related computer system issues. A class discussion can follow.
Activity: Additional Network Investigation
Description
In this activity, students will journal about hardware components, data storage, networks, and web browsers. A class discussion can follow.
Activity: Current Event
Description
Students will review articles for information related to a topic in the module. Once an article is found, students complete a Current Event form.
