Starter

• For each of the following items, note down its PURPOSE and some of its FEATURES.

Objectives

• Understand what we mean by the term ‘feature’ and ‘purpose’

• Describe a range of different types of computer devices which exist

• State the features and purposes of a range of computer devices.

Feature vs Purpose

Understand what we mean by the term ‘feature’ and ‘purpose’

What do we mean by ‘Feature?’ Can you give an example?

What do we mean by ‘Purpose?’ Can you give an example?

Features and Purpose of a Desktop PC

• You have 5 minutes in your group to note down the features and purpose of a desktop PC.

• Note it down in your ICT workbook.

Desktop PC: Features and Purposes

Features Purposes

Large, moveable screen Family: Internet research, entertainment

Moveable keyboard/mouse Business: Office documents, email

Large storage Creative: Graphics design

DVD player Entertainment: Gaming

HQ graphics

Easily upgraded

Extra ports (USB etc) for extras.

Powerful: Fast

Task 1

• Complete the features and purposes section in your workbook. Work in pairs.

• We will peer review in 8 minutes.

Micro-Plenary 1

• Round Robin:

– Who would use each of the devices mentioned today and what for?

– Why do you think we have so many different devices to do the same thing?

– What would be used in each of the following contexts. Give reasons.

SCHOOL BUSINESS FAMILY

Part 1 Objectives

• Understand what we mean by the term ‘feature’ and ‘purpose’

• Describe a range of different types of computer devices which exist

• State the features and purposes of a range of computer devices.

Objectives Part 2

• Understand what is meant by the term ‘input’ device.

• Understand what is meant by the term ‘output device’

• State various input and output devices related to computer systems.

Input vs Output

• What do you think is meant by ‘input device?’

• What do you think is meant by ‘output device?’

• Can you give examples?

Sensors

Task 2

• Complete your mind maps in your workbook.

• State inputs and outputs.

(think outside the box – e.g. gaming, home, phones etc)

• State HOW each device connects(USB, Firewire, HDMI, VGA, Bluetooth, Infra-Red,Thunderbolt, Wifi, PS2)

• Also give examples of WHY each are used (purpose!)

• Draw pictures to associate with each item where you can.

• Review in 10 mins.

Micro Plenary 2

• Going back to our three scenarios what input devices would be needed in:

• SCHOOL BUSINESS FAMILY

• What do you think the future lies for input and output devices? – Think about things like Siri.

Objectives Part 2

• Understand what is meant by the term ‘input’ device.

• Understand what is meant by the term ‘output device’

• State various input and output devices related to computer systems.