In this lesson, students will explore how computers use the binary number system to store and communicate information. Through hands-on activities, they will learn how sequences of 0s and 1s represent data in a computer, understanding the fundamental concept of binary code. This foundational knowledge will enable students to grasp how computers interpret complex information and the importance of secure data encoding in cybersecurity.
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In this lesson, students will learn how to convert between binary and decimal numbers, understand binary place values, and apply these concepts to encode and decode messages using ASCII.
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In this lesson, students will learn how computers break down images into concrete values that can be stored. Students will learn how images are represented digitally using pixels.
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In this lesson, students will explore the fundamental concepts of the internet, including its infrastructure and operation. Through videos, readings, and interactive activities, students will gain an understanding of wired and wireless networks, the role of submarine cables, and the foundational ideas behind the internet. The lesson culminates in a reflection activity where students articulate their understanding of the internet.
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In this lesson, students will explore how internet hardware communicates using Internet Addresses and the Internet Protocol. They will also gain insight into IP addresses, including their function, how to read them, and their role in network communication.
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In this lesson, students explore how messages get from one address on the internet to another. Students explore the format for creating and reading packets, as defined by open protocols.
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In this lesson, students will explore how websites function, learning about key concepts such as IP addresses, web servers, DNS, and HTTP. Through interactive activities, students will gain a deeper understanding of how data travels across the internet and the role of protocols in delivering web content.
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In this lesson, students will explore the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) Model, which is a conceptual framework used to understand how different networking protocols interact and work together. Students will learn about the seven layers of the OSI Model, the functions of each layer, and how it applies to real-world scenarios such as troubleshooting network issues.
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In this lesson, students will explore the various impacts of the internet on society, including social, educational, and personal aspects. Through readings and the Compass Points thinking routine, students will articulate their thoughts and reflect on their understanding of the internet’s influence.
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In this lesson, students complete a summative assessment of the module’s learning objectives.
