The world of computing has come a long way since ENIAC. The 24th installment of a Crash Course Computer Science series focuses on how historical events have propelled advances in computing. From the Cold War to the Space Race to mass consumerism, the video shows the path to personal computers.

Concepts

computers, the cold war, consumerism, the space race, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Collaborate with a social studies teacher for the lesson
• Have learners create a timeline based on the information in the video
  

Classroom Considerations

• Some knowledge of history, such as the Cold War and the space race, is beneficial
  

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Thorough explanations ensure individuals understand the concept
• Graphics and historical footage provide an interesting backdrop to the video
  

Cons

• None