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Intro to Programming with Karel the Dog (Ace)

Lesson 1.4 What is a Computer?

Description

When was the first computer made? What did it look like, and what was it used for? In this lesson, students will learn about the creation and evolution of computing machines that now permeate our day-to-day life.


Objective

Students will be able to…
* Discuss the question “What is a Computer?” with their peers
* Identify important historical events in the development of modern computers
* Describe the role computers play in their lives