Here are 6 ready to use computer systems worksheets you can immediately use with your class with absolutely no preparation necessary.
 
They can be printed out or completed on-screen as they comprise of PDF files with editable areas for students to enter their answers. You can even assign these worksheets as learning tasks using a VLE for students working at home.
 
You even have a separate copy of each handout that contains the answers, making these a brilliant easy to use addition to your teacher toolkit.
 
HOW CAN I USE THEM?
These worksheets are ideal for
An easy grab-and-go classroom activity,
homework tasks and
cover worksheets.
These engaging worksheets are perfect for computer science teachers, non-specialists and new teachers.
 
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
The 6 PDF worksheets included:
Input, Process, Storage, Output – An easy worksheet where students need to write their understanding about each term. A great starter activity o find out your students’ current understanding before starting the a computer systems unit.
Hardware and Software – This simple worksheet asks students to explain the difference between hardware and software and identify hardware and software from the listed items. This is perfect for a starter or a plenary to recap what they have learnt.
Inside the Computer – This asks students to write how different pieces of hardware are used inside a typical computer system. Great as a homework task.
Von Neumann Architecture – Students describe what the different registers and parts of a CPU do, including the program counter, accumulator, arithmetic/logic unit and control unit. Great as a homework or to assess their understanding of the parts of the CPU.
System Architecture Crossword – Students complete a crossword by using the clues given to them. A nice way of assessing their understanding of key phrases. Perfect for a homework task or plenary.
Fetch, Decode, Execute – Students read the description of the processes and tick if they take part in the fetch, decode or execute sections of the processing life cycle. Great as a plenary activity.
 
Don’t forget the answers to each worksheet are included meaning you can use the answers yourself or give them to students for self-marking.
 
These 6 worksheets will quickly become an essential tool in your teacher toolkit.
They are a great way to break up the lesson, reinforce the learning and check your pupils’ understanding of computer systems.
 
What are you waiting for? Buy them now and use them straight away to enhance your lessons whilst saving yourself hours of preparation.