With just a little advance preparation, however, even computer novices can utilize the rich resources of the lab and be assured of successful experiences in the internet environment. The Task Working on a computer is a lot like driving a car. I can start the car, read a map, and go wherever I need to go. What I know about things that go on under the hood wouldn't fill a thimble. Still, I've never had a serious accident and I manage to get wherever I need to go.
Computers are a lot like cars.
With a few simple basics, teachers can go where they need to go and do what they need to do. It's not necessary to know about what goes on under the hood. Upon completion of this lesson, you will have planned a lesson that takes place on the internet in a computer lab and be prepared for common occurances in a lab setting.