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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What's Inside My Computer?

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Pupils draw a picture of what they think a computer looks like inside. They learn the function of each part of a computer, the definitions of unfamiliar computer terms, and complete a worksheet of definitions of computer parts.
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Handout
T. Smith Publishing

Computer Basics for Kids Worksheet

For Students 3rd - 6th Standards
This informational reading worksheet can be used in your literacy or computer class.  Learners learn the basic components of computers then test their knowledge with multiple choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.
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Lesson Plan
Code.org

Controlling Memory with Variables

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Not all variables are created equal. Discover how variables in computer science are different from variables in math class. Scholars learn to work with variables in computer programming by developing a mental model for how variables...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Computer Storage Worksheet

For Students 5th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students are given examples of different memory capabilities for the types of storage devices. They match the memory to the device for fifteen problems.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Class Memory Book

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Class members use digital cameras, computers, laser printers, and booklet making supplies to create their own page for a class memory book.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Memory in Your World

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Students identify similarities and differences between machines with memory and machines without memory. They illustrate how a machine with memory might fit into the student's world.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Kindergarten Memories

For Teachers Pre-K - K
Young scholars create a monthly memory and compile it into a Kindergarten Memory Book.  In this memory book lesson plan, students create a monthly memory page.  Young scholars create a graphic organizer in Kidspiration which is developed...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Computer Basics For Kids Worksheet

For Students 3rd Standards
The computer can be a wonderful tool with so many applications. Third graders read a four paragraph procedural text to learn about: central processing unit, memory, input, output. They answer four fill in the blank and multiple choice...
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Lesson Plan
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Computer Words

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Here is a set of cards explaining the meanings of a variety of different parts of a computer. While not exactly a lesson per se, these cards could be printed out and used quite easily in a formatted lesson. In this time of computers,...
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Lesson Plan
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Our Computers, Ourselves: Imagining the Digital Lives of Authors and Characters

For Teachers 7th - 12th
The guiding question for this lesson is "Do computers and their contents shape who we are?" Open with a selection of Apple's commercials to introduce stereotypes and people's relationships with their computers. Then, read the attached...
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Lesson Plan
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Introduction to Computers

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders listen as the material on Computer Components and Assembly Script is described. They then get in groups of 4 or 5 and stand together in a line with each student respectively representing one memory register. Another child...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Computer Parts Quiz

For Students 6th - 12th
In this technology instructional activity, students find the words that are associated with the use of a computer and the answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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Interactive
Curated OER

Breaking News English: One Hundred Dollar Laptop Computer

For Students 5th - 10th
In this one hundred dollar laptop computer worksheet, students read the article, answer true and false questions, complete synonym matching, complete phrase matching, complete a gap fill, answer short answer questions, answer discussion...
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Lesson Plan
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Memory in Your World

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Students rotate through three classroom stations and identify similarities and differences between machines with and without memory, such as typewriters and computers, and illustrate how machines with memory fit into their world.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Human Computer Game

For Teachers 4th - 9th
Students view the "Parts of a Computer" Power Point presentation then they view the inside of a computer and break down each operating system and its job. They compare and contrast the difference between human and computer parts that...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Computer Applications - 4

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils review their understanding of basic computer terminology. They demonstrate an understanding of the function of each major computer component. They identify some characteristics of the Windows operating system.
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Lesson Plan
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What's Wrong With This Computer?

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Young scholars, while in the computer lab, view a PowerPoint Presentation that addresses routine hardware and software problems that may occur with everyday usage of a computer. They identify and solve routine problems by checking...
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Interactive
Curated OER

Before Computers

For Students 3rd - 6th
In this before computers worksheet, students fill in the blanks to sentences about what computer terms used to mean. Students complete 7 multiple choice questions.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Working With Start Up Options

For Teachers Higher Ed
In this technology worksheet, pupils practice the process of starting up the network and individual computers while using the skill of troubleshooting.
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Lesson Plan
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A Stroll Down Memory Lane

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the functionality of different types of computer memory (RAM) as a springboard to researching the definitions, uses and functions of different common computer terms. The class creates a computer terminology guide.
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AP Test Prep
College Board

Using the Java Collections Hierarchy

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Collect a set of collections. Professional development material provides teachers with information about collections that are in AP Computer Science. Materials include teaching strategies, sample labs, and worksheets. Educators use the...
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Lesson Plan
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Capacitors: What Are They?

For Teachers 5th - 10th
Students discover how capacitors help store data.  In this computer science activity, students investigate how capacitors can store an electronic charge, eventually helping computers store data.  Students create their own capacitors with...
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Interactive
Curated OER

ESL Vocabulary-Computers and Technology

For Students 4th - 6th
In this ESL computer and technology vocabulary worksheet, students choose the correct name for pictures of technology related items, fill in blanks in sentences, watch a video and "discuss with friends."
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Lesson Plan
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The Fresh Prince of Bel Air Gets Connected

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view video clips from the TV show, "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air" to show their different uses of computers. They review the steps involved in designing and planning a networked office or home and analyze the needs of the users...