Agenda: Week 7, 10/16-10/20, 2017
Monday
- Review these notes: Major parts of a computer (update: now with the correct link)
- Read and take notes on the articles linked here about how computers work.
- Work with 1-2 partners to create something (a slideshow, poster, etc.) that explains how computers work. Students can use one of the following options or create something of their own. Here are some options:
- Create a simile for each part of the computer. Explain how each simile reflects the function of the computer part it represents. Include pictures.
- Animate the way a computer works. Show how information flows through the computer.
- Create a comic that follows a byte of information through a computer.
- The project must include the following and explain what each item does:
- Bits and bytes
- CPU
- Primary Memory/RAM
- Secondary Memory
- Bus,
- Input Device
- Output Device
- System Clock
- Ports
- Be ready to present to the class on Wednesday
Tuesday
- Demonstration: a look inside a computer (small groups)
- Work on yesterday's project
Wednesday
- Finish Project and present
Thursday
- Debrief: How does information move through a computer?
- Notes: What is code?
- Algorithm Activity
Friday
- Algorithm Activity
- Quiz next week
