It seems that everywhere you look these days you hear about a new application for computer technology. The speed at which computers have entangled themselves in every aspect of our lives is mind-boggling. A student's ability to understand technology is fundamental to success in the new millenium.

This product includes an interesting series of lessons which are designed to give students a historical perspective on computers and to acquaint them with essential information about large and small computer systems. Students are challenged by a comprehension check when each lesson is completed. In addition, a collection of games and activities helps students build their computer science vocabulary. Each topic is studied by examining a graphic shown in a diagram and then reading a paragraph about the significance of each item.

For Grade Levels 7-12

 Topics:

• Featured Topics:
• The History of Computers
• How a Computer System Works Programming Languages
• Computer Logic and Flowcharts
• Computer Uses
• Components and Peripherals

Features:

• Interactive Games
• Digital Images & 256 Color Graphics
• Digital Sound and Voice
• Complete Descriptions of Computer Terms and Explanations of Fundamental Concepts
• Record Keeping and Scores
• Reproducible Activity Sheets to Support Classroom Learning