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Evidence Performance Task 1


 * Performance Task 1:**
 * Topics:** Input and Output and Storage Devices


 * Summary:** In this tasks students will learn about input and output devices of the computer system. They will be able to determine the category of the devices and know how to add these devices to the computer. Input is the raw information, or data, that is entered into a computer. This data can be as simple as letters and numbers or as complex as color photographs, videos, or songs. Input devices enable you to input data and commands into the computer. The output step shows what happens after the computer processes the data. If the program tells the computer to add two numbers, the output stage displays the result. Students will also be able to determine the types and uses for storage devices.


 * Materials Needed:** Computer and pdf files.


 * Context of Use:** Students will use the visual aids to locate and identify input and output devices. They will recognize the devices from the visual aids and complete the venn diagram. A quiz will be given to assess this knowledge. Guided instruction will be provided throughout this process.