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Unit 1 - Computer Essentials

This document outlines the learning objectives and content for a unit on computer essentials. The unit will introduce students to the basic structure of computer systems, different types of computers, and classifying computer devices. It will also cover the benefits of laptops and tablet PCs. The content is divided into 5 sections that will define what a computer is, explore computer hardware components, examine different computer types, include a language exercise on classification, and discuss the pros and cons of laptops and tablets for students. Exercises are included throughout to reinforce the material.

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Unit 1 - Computer Essentials

This document outlines the learning objectives and content for a unit on computer essentials. The unit will introduce students to the basic structure of computer systems, different types of computers, and classifying computer devices. It will also cover the benefits of laptops and tablet PCs. The content is divided into 5 sections that will define what a computer is, explore computer hardware components, examine different computer types, include a language exercise on classification, and discuss the pros and cons of laptops and tablets for students. Exercises are included throughout to reinforce the material.

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UNIT 1

COMPUTER ESSENTIALS

CAR1 – IT
José Luis De Cáceres García
2014/15
Learning objectives
• To understand the basic structure of a
computer system.
• To recognize the differences between types of
computers.
• To classify computer devices.
• To use basic IT vocabulary.
Index
• 1. Computer hardware
• 2. What is a computer?
• 3. Different types of computer
• 4. Language work: classifying
• 5. Benefits of laptops and tablet PCs
1. Computer hardware
• Have you got a computer at home,
school or work? What kind is it?
• How often do you use it? What do
you use it for?
• What are the main components
and features of your computer
system?

• Exercises 1.1, 1.2


2. What is a computer?

• Exercises 2.1, 2.2


3. Different types of computer

• Exercises 3.1, 3.2


4. Language work: classifying

• Exercise 4.1
5. Benefits of laptops and tablet PCs

• Our school is using tablet PCs in


many groups of students.
• Are you for or against of this new
way of studying?
• Explain the benefits or drawbacks
for the students and the school.

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