When was the first computer made? What did it look like, and what was it used for? In this lesson, students will explore the creation and evolution of computing machines that now permeate our day-to-day life.
Note: This course was updated on October 7, 2020. You can find the original material in the Supplemental Module titled “Original Material: What is Computing?”
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How are computers organized? What are the main components of a computer?
In this lesson, we will explore how different organizational structures of computers interact with each other to make computers functional.
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What kinds of software do computers use and need?
In this lesson, the topic of software is broken down into types of software, how they interact, and the specific functions of the different types of software.
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What is hardware? How does hardware work?
In this lesson, hardware is broken down into the different physical components of computers and how they contribute to the function of the computer as a whole.
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Where is computing headed? What is Artificial Intelligence and what are the potential impacts that this might have on our world?
In this lesson, students learn about Artificial Intelligence and how the landscape of computing might change in the future. Students will discuss how these future developments might impact our society.
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In this lesson, students learn about troubleshooting methodology and go through the process of solving an issue with a printer.
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