Computer Science Webquest: 5 Ways Computer Technology Solves Problems

From artificial intelligence to artificial limbs, computer science is changing lives, and the way we work and find solutions to problems. These 5 scenarios present problems in life (such as car safety, and graffiti), ask students to think and reflect quietly about these problems cause damage and how computers might solve them, and then show cutting edge videos from the past 3 years that employ solutions using computers and automation.

The videos range from 3 to 6 minutes each. 1 hour is enough to complete the activity, 45 minutes possibly. This is a great solo, or supplementary addition to your classroom and is wonderful in Jr. High or High School.

Extend the critical thinking with conversations to discuss perceptions, responses, and where these technologies may lead us in the future.

These videos are mind blowing for middle school or upper-elementary students. They are really neat! This can be one or two lessons depending on the time you have in class. This could also be a Social Studies or Science lesson depending on how you set this up.

For video and scenario there are a couple short questions to answer, reflect on, learn from, and inspire them to go out and find more solutions in the world using technology and pioneer the next great wave of solutions.

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