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Build A Computer Series

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The Build a Computer series which includes installation of the Linux kernal and the loading and testing of open source applications will be presented in a four part series.

Introduction to Build A Computer (Part 1) - In part 1, Jordan Clark and Jamie Kramer will be presenting an overview of the project.  The overview will include student outcomes as well as what student teams need to bring with them on the computer building day.  For schools who are members of the TECHS class, you will follow directions provided in Chapter 46.

If your school is  not part of the TECHS class, you will follow these steps to acquire the lesson plan and directions to the video:

  1. Using your web browser, go to http://techs.myelearning.org
  2. On the left hand column, you will see a link entitled "Public Surveys"
  3. The password that you will need to enter the site is "BAC"
  4. You will see a folder entitled "Build A Computer"
  5. Within that folder will be a second folder entitled  "Introduction to Building A Computer - Part 1".
  6. This page will include the lesson plan as well as some assignments for preparing for the lesson.
  7. You will also find directions for downloading the Part 1 video.
Build a Computer Day (Part 2) - Part 2 is outline of what will take place during the "Build a Computer" day.  Be sure and email your intent to attend to the technology director at your ESU.  Note that the computer building kit will be purchased and brought on the day of the event.  The cost for the computer kit is $400.  To view a list of components used in the unit, click here.

Linux and Open Source Applications Review (Part 3) - Jordan and Jamie will have a follow up video lesson which will review the process of finding and downloading open source applications.  As part of this lesson, Jamie and Jordan will have students review the Linux download process, add and remove open source applications, and then complete an activity based on an application that is downloaded.

Student/Teacher Reflection - Following part 3, we will ask you and your students to complete a short reflection of Parts 1 - 3.  This reflection will be done online.  A post activity assessment will be available for students to test their "BAC" understanding.

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