Peripherals
In this sequence of lessons students explore different types of peripherals used every day in order to identify the data transmitted. A peripheral is an auxiliary device such as a computer mouse or keyboard that connects to and works with a device in some way.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 3-4 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Lesson ideas |
| Format | Web page |
| Core and overarching concepts | Digital systems |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
ACTDIK007
Identify and explore a range of digital systems with peripheral devices for different purposes, and transmit different types of data |
| Keywords | Software, Hardware, Digital devices, Categorisation, Digital systems, Peripherals, inclusive, education, disability, disabilties |
| Integrated, cross-curriculum, special needs | English |
| Organisation | ESA |
| Copyright | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0, unless otherwise indicated. |
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