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Here you will find the lesson plan for the Power Supply This page was written to provide teachers/instructors with an overview of the purpose, objectives, and learner description associated with this WebQuest.
Purpose
The Power Supply lesson plan was designed to assist students in understanding that the power supply is a hardware component in a computer that supplies all components in a computer with power. By guiding students research, the students are also developing increased information literacy skills.
Rationale
The paper supply is a topic that is not always covered in-depth in Information technology due to large amounts of content that is required to be covered and most students (and instructors) find it boring! However, every computer needs a power supply, to take electricity from your house and convert it into a current that works for your computer.
Learner Description
This WebQuest was created to be used by Information Technology Student to review the importance of the power supply
Prerequisites
This WebQuest assumes students will be familiar with web browsers, and navigating the Internet
Instructional Objectives
At the completion of this activity the student will be able to:
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Explain what a power supply is and its function in a computer system.
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Identify the pin layout for a power supply connector.
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Describe issues that can occur with a power supply and proper installation and preventative maintenance of a computer power supply.
Standard Addressed
The set of standards selected for this WebQuest are the:Nevada Department of Education Standards
2.0 CONTENT STANDARD 2.0 : ASSEMBLE COMPUTER HARDWARE
2.1.1 Describe the use of each of the classifications of hardware components
The specific standard met through this WebQuest is:
2.1.1 Describe the use of each of the classifications of hardware components
2.1.3 Categorize the various types of power supplies
2.1.6 Classify various expansion adaptors
Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.
Subject Matter Description
- :Introduction: This section provides an overview to help learners to become familiar with the topic.
- Task: The task to be completed is described in this section. Learners will research topics on power supply and then complete a worksheet to apply their knowledge.
- Process: The list of steps to follow are provided to successfully complete the items in the Task.
- Evaluation: A research paper will allow learners to obtain DOK about the topic their projects. The instructor will assign a grade for work completed in this WebQuest.
- Conclusion: This section is used to prompt the learner to think about what they have learned during this WebQuest. What are the implications for the future?
Assessment
Students will complete a research paper by applying the knowledge that was learned during the research phase of the WebQuest. The paper will be scored based on information/accuracy of research/presentation as well as evaluation outlined.