JACK & JILL SCHOOLS

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Educational Learning Packet
Grade School Department
FIRST QUARTER
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COMPUTER-3 – Q1W1

Topic: The Computer

Reference/s & Page/s: Online
Materials/Resources/Links: https://www.britannica.com/technology/computer
Objectives:
 Identify the elements of the computer system.
 Give the advantages and disadvantages of using the computer.

Introduction
This course aims to introduce students to basic knowledge of computer systems i.e. in terms of
hardware and software components of computer systems and their functions.

PART 1-ENGAGE

Activity 1. Look at the picture below.

1. In your own words, how do you define computer?

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2. Give the uses of computer.

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Activity 2. List down at least 5 advantages and disadvantages of using computer.

Advantages of Using Computer Disadvantages of Using Computer

Part 2-Explore

Activity. Differentiate the characteristics of a laptop computer and a desktop computer. Write down
your answer on the box provided.

Similarities
Desktop
and
Laptop
Differences Computer

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Part 3-EXPLAIN

A computer is an electronic hardware device. It operates and functions under the control of
instructions called programs stored in its memory. Computers can receive and accept data, then
process it using the program set by the user.i

Elements of Computer System

 People – are the most important element of a computer system. They run and
operate the computer.
 Software – are programs or instructions that a computer must follow to do its
task. The purpose of software is to process data into useful information for
people.
 Hardware- these are the physical components that you can feel and touch.
These includes CPU, mouse, keyboard, printer, speaker and the monitor.
 Data- includes texts and numbers, sounds, images, and video that we input into
the computer for processing.
 Connectivity –means that a computer must be connected to other computers
especially through the internet.
 Procedure- are step by step instructions to follow when using hardware, software
and data.ii

Advantages of Using the Computer

 Speed - computer operates on data and commands at incredibly fast speed. In

one second, billions or trillions of operations are done by the computer.
 Storage - computers can store enormous amount of data and information is
easily transferred and used anytime and everywhere.
 Reliability – modern computers rarely breakdown and when they do, they are
easily repaired. They could operate the whole day, months and years without
interruption.
 Consistency – if you input the same data into the computer using the same
program, it will give you the same result all the time.
 Communication – People can connect with others by the use of computer.
Information are shared faster and easier.

Disadvantages of Using the Computer

 Safety and Security – People have to be careful in sharing photos and personal
information on the computer and internet. There are people with evil intent and
have caused harm to a lot of people using information taken from the internet,
examples are stolen and fraudulent credit cards.
 Health Risks – long and improper use of computer can lead to injuries and
hazards to the user. The pain or injury may affect the eyes, hands, wrists, necks,
and back.
 Environment – Old computers must be disposed properly. Computer parts could
release toxic or dangerous materials to the environment.
 Use of power – computers need electricity to run. Computers only need a small
amount of electric power but with many computers around, this results to high
total electricity requirement. Power is an expense, also a contributor to
environmental damage.

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  Privacy violation – Personal information when stored in a computer can be
viewed and stolen. This could lead to people using other people’s information to
take advantage in many situations.

The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics was written by Dr. Ramon C. Barquin in 1992 for the
Computer Ethics Institute. He wrote a paper entitled; “In pursuit of a Ten Commandments for
Computer Ethics. Ramon C. Barquin stated that it is a means to create a set of standards to guide
and instruct people in the ethical use of computers.” The Ten Commandments from the Bible which
use “thou shalt” and thou shall not” style of writing. iii

The 10 Commandments of Computer Ethics

1. Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people.

2. Thou shalt not interfere with other people’s computer work.

3. Thou shalt not snoop around in other people’s computer files.

4. Thou shalt not use a computer to steal.

5. Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness.

6. Thou shalt not copy or use proprietary software for which you have not paid.

7. Thou shalt not use other people’s computer resources without authorization or proper
compensation.

8. Thou shalt not appropriate other people’s intellectual output.

9. Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you are writing or the system
you are designing.

10. Thou shalt always use a computer in ways that ensure consideration and respect for your
fellow humans.

Part 4-EXTEND

Activity. What is the effect of too much exposure to computer? How are you going to deal with it?

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Part 5-EVALUATION

Activity. Write true if the statement is correct and false if not.

__________1. A computer is an electronic hardware device that can accept and process data.

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__________2. People are the most important element of a computer system.

__________3. Data are texts, numbers, sounds, images that you input into a computer.
__________4. People have to be careful in sharing photos and personal information on the
computer and internet.
__________5. Procedures are step by step instructions to follow when using hardware and
software.
___________6. Software are programs that tell computer what to do.
___________7. Personal information when stored in a computer can be viewed and stolen.
___________8. Procedures are step by step instructions to follow when using hardware and
software.
___________9. Computer ethics are rules and guidelines for computer users that allow you to
do illegal activities on the computer.
___________10. If you put the same data in the computer using the same program, it will give
you different result all the time.

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Subjects: https://peda.net/kenya/ass/subjects2/computer-studies/form-1/itc2

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BCcampus: https://opentextbc.ca/computerstudies/chapter/computer-hardware-and-software/
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Prezi: https://prezi.com/p/tlg-afmhsxno/online-ethics-and-etiquette/