Unit 1.3 - Basic parts of computers


Standard 1.3 Basic Parts of Computers


Use the links below to find information about

  • the basic parts of a computer.

Essential Concepts (what are the big ideas):

  • Students demonstrate an understanding of basic parts of a computer.
  • Students identify and describe physical parts of computer and vocabulary associated with hardware.

Components:

  • Read and answer questions on the parts of computers
  • Practice identifying parts of the computer.
  • Take an assessment that shows how to print out information in different ways
  • Take an assessment to show how to identify different parts of a computer
  • Create a project---Powerpoint, iMovie, or Web Page-- that shows important concepts from this unit.
Basic Parts of a computer
Task One - Partner/Individual
Task Two - Partner/Individual
Task Three - Partner/Individual
Task Four - Individually
  1. Buying a Computer Project
  1. Keys, Cables, and Ports on a computer web page
  2. "Clicking" on a computer web page/Macintosh Basics

*Before asking for Task 2 quiz, read the 2 following pages:

  1. Printing and Page Setup
  2. Fixing Freezes
  3. Saving a file

 

  1. Presentation
  2. Video
  3. Web Page
  1. Click here to get handouts for Computer Basics (PDF)
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