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The Internet: Wires, Cables and WiFi Instructional VideoThe Internet: Wires, Cables and WiFi Instructional Video
Publisher
Code.org
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
STEM
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
6:42
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Year
2015
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Instructional Video

The Internet: Wires, Cables and WiFi

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You thought hooking up your TV was difficult! Scholars learn about the various components that allow Internet users to send information across vast distances. This includes wires, fiber optic cables, and WiFi. 

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Concepts

the internet, binary code, fiber optics, information technology, technology resources

Instructional Ideas

  • Provide cloze notes for learners to fill in as they watch the video

Classroom Considerations

  • Some familiarity with binary code is useful but not necessary
  • Note that the graphics for FM and AM are switched in the video
  • The second in an eight-part series that explores the Internet
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Very thorough explanations
  • Graphics help with understanding

Cons

  • None

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