This lesson introduces students to the essential Input and Output (I/O) hardware devices used in Computer Science, Programming, Coding and Software Engineering. Learners explore how devices like keyboards, mice, monitors, printers, and sensors interact with computer systems.

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The Following Are Included in This Curriculum

✤ PDF Lessons

✤ PowerPoint Presentations

✤ PowerPoint Compatible Mode

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Format & Features

✤ PDF

✤ PowerPoint

✤ Editable

✤ Interactive

✤ Beginner-Friendly

✤ No-Prep

✤ Standards-Aligned

✤ Classroom-Ready

✤ Beginner to Advanced

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The following are covered in depth in this Lesson

✤ What is I/O?

✤ Categories of I/O Devices

✤ Device drivers & Device controllers

✤ Communication in I/O devices

✤ Polling & Interrupts

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Aligned with Key Educational Standards

✤ CSTA (Computer Science Teachers Association) Standards

✤ AP Computer Science Principles (AP CSP)

✤ CTE (Career and Technical Education) Standards

✤ State Computer Science Standards

✤ Industry Certifications & Frameworks Like CompTIA IT Fundamentals, A+ and foundational IT knowledge areas.

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Perfect For

✤ Computer Science, IT Fundamentals, and Intro to Hardware Courses

✤ Middle School, High School, and College Intro Classes

✤ Homeschooling and Self-Paced Study

✤ Teachers Seeking Standards-Aligned Resources

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