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{{font color|brown|In this activity, you will develop an appreciation of what the computer is and what makes the computer work.}}
===Objectives===
# Getting introduced to the ICT environment
# Understanding the role of hardware and software and what makes digital ICT special
===What prior skills are assumed===
This is your first activity in the textbook. Enjoy the new subject!!
===What resources do you need===
#Working computer lab with [[Explore_a_computer|projector]]
#Computers installed with [[Learn Ubuntu|Ubuntu Operating System]]
#Images to show of the [[Explore_a_computer|computer]]
#Handout for [[ICT_teacher_handbook/Basic_digital_literacy|Basic digital literacy]]
#Handout for [[Learn Freeplane|Freeplane]]
===What digital skills will you learn===
#Getting familiar with the [[Explore_a_computer|ICT environment]] and different kinds of ICT devices
#Operating a computer [[Explore_a_computer|safely]]
#Understanding the difference between [[Learn_Ubuntu#Overview_of_Features|operating system software]] and application software
===Description of activity with detailed steps===
====Teacher-led component====
#Your teacher may ask you, in small groups, to make a of list all the things a fridge does and a list of all the things you think a computer can do.
#In a group activity your teacher will compile all the group comments in a digital mind map using a [[Learn_Freeplane|concept mapping]] tool, called [[Learn Freeplane|Freeplane.]] She will encourage you to classify the various things the computer will do.
#The teacher will discuss why an operating system is needed and how it works with different applications, for processing your inputs and providing outputs.
#With the help of an image, the teacher will discuss the parts of a [[Explore_a_computer|computer]].
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File:Operating system placement.svg|'''What does an operating system do'''
File:Personal computer, exploded.svg|'''What does a personal computer contain'''
File:Acer E360 Socket 939 motherboard by Foxconn.svg|'''Motherboard, where all the digital circuits are wired'''
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[[wikipedia:Computer_hardware|Do you know the parts of a personal computer]]. (parts numbered in the image above)
#[[wikipedia:Computer_monitor|Monitor]]
#[[wikipedia:Motherboard|Motherboard]]
#[[wikipedia:Central_processing_unit|Central Processing Unit]]
#[[wikipedia:Computer_memory|Main Memory]] - [[wikipedia:Random-access_memory|Random Access Memory]]
#[[wikipedia:Expansion_card|Expansion cards]]
#[[wikipedia:Power_supply_unit_(computer)|Power Supply Unit]]
#[[wikipedia:Optical_disc_drive|Optical Disk Drive]]
#[[wikipedia:Hard_disk_drive|Hard Disk Drive]] (HDD)
#[[wikipedia:Computer_mouse|Mouse]]
#[[wikipedia:Computer_keyboard|Keyboard]]
====Student activities====
#In small groups, with teacher guidance, you can switch on a [[Explore_a_computer|computer]] and identify the parts you are familiar with
#The teacher will help you create a folder on your computer, for saving your work done in the class.
#With your friends, compare a [[wikipedia:Mobile_phone|mobile phone]] and the computer and list the things each does. Discuss with your friends if there is any difference.
#[[File:flowchart for discussion.png|300px|right|A sample flowchart]]Develop a flowchart for any activity you have done, or seen someone do. It is better if this is an ICT activity - it can be using the phone, using the computer, playing a video on the TV, etc. See on the side for an example of a flowchart. What you see here is a flowchart for downloading an app on the phone. This has been developed using an application software called [[Learn_LibreOffice_Writer|LibreOffice Draw]], and [[Learn_Screenshot#Functionalities|converted into an image format]]. You can develop a similar flowchart.
#In groups, you can draw flow charts for the following things (your teacher may discuss additional activities with you):
##Connecting a TV to a cable network
##Using phones to book cooking gas
##Using the farmer SMS service from [http://mkisan.gov.in/ MKisan portal]
#With the help of your teacher, take photographs of the charts and concept maps created, using a cell phone or a digital camera.
==={{font color|purple|Portfolio}}===
We saw earlier that you will keep adding to your digital outputs during this course. You will begin your portfolio collection with the digitized mind maps/ charts.
#Login to the computer (using your personal login, if created or a team login).
#Create a folder with your name in the home folder, and start saving your files.
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