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This How Computers Work: What Makes a Computer, a Computer? instructional video also includes:
You see computers all the time, but do you really know how a computer works? The first installment of a five-part playlist explains the essential functions of a computer. The video describes, in detail, each of the functions: input, storage, processing, and output.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video at the start of a computer science course
- Provide cloze notes for learners to fill out as they watch the video
Classroom Considerations
- Video includes some historical information about computers, so instructors should be able to answer any questions about this topic
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Well-paced video holds viewers' interest
- Graphics enhance understanding of the concept
Cons
- None