How Computers Work WebQuest: Process

The Process

(This is what you need to do)

You will need to create your own computer booklet entitled, "Computers and How They Work." It may contain several parts depending on what your teacher has assigned. The following instructions are broken down into several categories. You should only be concerned with those parts that your teacher asked you to work on today. Select your assignment:

-Computer Dictionary-

-Virus Essay-

-History of Computers-

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Dictionary & Picture Matching Pages

Computers & How They Work Dictionary:

Gather together or print out a booklet cover page or draw your own. Use either of these two covers:

Printed Copy

Draw Your Own Copy

Gather together or print out the table of contents and homework assignment sheets. Complete these as instructed by your teacher.

Table of Contents

Homework Assignment Sheet

Obtain a copy of the parts of the computer chart and complete it using the websites found on the resources page.

Parts of a Computer Chart

Intel's The Journey Inside^® Worksheets:

Obtain a copy of the, 'An Information-Processing Machine' worksheet. Read through it then complete it using the websites found on the resources page.

Obtain a copy of the, 'How Do Computers Work with Pictures?' worksheet. Read through it then complete it using the websites found on the resources page.

PART A:

Obtain the either a printed copy of "All The Parts (A)" or use the Form-Field version. You will need to define the vocabulary words and draw a few pictures. Use the websites found on the resources page to help with these definitions and pictures.

Printed Part A

Form-Field Part A

Obtain the matching worksheet for part A and complete it using the websites found on the resources page to help with these pictures.

Matching Part A

PART B:

Obtain the either a printed copy of "Inside The Computer (B)" or use the Form-Field version. You will need to define the vocabulary words and draw a few pictures. Use the websites found on the resources page to help with these definitions and pictures.

Printed Part B

Form-Field Part B

Obtain the matching worksheet for part B and complete it using the websites found on the resources page to help with these pictures.

Matching Part B

PART C:

Obtain the either a printed copy of "Peripherals (C)" or use the Form-Field version. You will need to define the vocabulary words and draw a few pictures. Use the websites found on the resources page to help with these definitions and pictures.

Printed Part C

Form-Field Part C

Obtain the matching worksheet for part C and complete it using the websites found on the resources page to help with these pictures.

Matching Part C



-Computer Dictionary-	-Virus Essay-	-History of Computers-

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The History of Computers

Write a 2 page Essay discussing the History of Computers.

	Use the websites found on the resources page
	All work should be typed and double spaced with 1" margins
	Use your own words, do not plagiarize!
	Proof read all your work!
	Include images and pictures (Though they are not to be used to make your paper seem longer!)
	Properly cite all your sources
	Create a Cover Page
	You may use a binder or report cover if you wish
	Turn in your completed paper on the appropriate due date!
	After the graded paper is returned your teacher may ask you to place it in your How Computers Work booklet.



-Computer Dictionary-	-Virus Essay-	-History of Computers-

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Computer Virus Essay

Write a one or more page essay discussing Computer Viruses. The essay should show an understanding of how viruses are spread, where they come from and how to avoid getting one on your computer.

	Use the websites found on the resources page
	All work should be typed and double spaced with 1" margins
	Use your own words, do not plagiarize!
	Proof read all your work!
	Include images and pictures (Though they are not to be used to make your essay seem longer!)
	Properly cite all your sources
	Use a proper heading
	Turn in your completed essay on the appropriate due date!
	After the graded essay is returned your teacher may ask you to place it in your How Computers Work booklet.


-Computer Dictionary-	-Virus Essay-	-History of Computers-

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Introduction ● Task ● Resources ● Process ● Hints ● Conclusion Evaluation ● Teacher's Page ● Credits ● Site Map

This Web Quest Page Last Updated: January, 2006