Project the future in relation to the use of computer based technology. Compare the various generations of computers. Identify various people involved in computing. The student is able to organize a database of historical events in technology and project future aspects of technology. The timeline describes early and modern methods of computing and identifies people involved in computing.
Students compare and contrast generations of computers and project future technology trends.
The student will analyze the social impact and explore ethical issues of technology usage. Identify jobs available in the immediate community directly associated with computers. Discuss the ethical and legal problems associated with computer technology. Identify consequences of unethical computer usage. During appropriate curricular activities students will verbally describe when and how technology is used in everyday life and occupations.