Introduction

Unit 2: The Windows Operating System

Unit 2: The Windows Operating System

Unit Description

Because Windows is a predominant operating system (OS) used in business, industry, and schools, students will spend significant time ensuring they understand and are comfortable utilizing features and troubleshooting issues in multiple versions of the Windows OS. This module focuses on issues related to installing and configuring the Windows OS and common software applications.

Instructional Time

1 weeks

Weekly Map

Monday

Introduction to problem

Online Pre-assessment (available for student practice, as well)

Team meetings to develop project plan and goals

Tuesday

Review content resources with whole group

Small group and independent exploration of resources

Contribute to team project

Wednesday

Hands-on exploration with IT professionals

Team progress check with supervisor (using project plan)

Thursday

Hands-on exploration with IT professionals

Small group and independent exploration of resources

Contribute to team project

Friday

Team progress check with supervisor or sharing of progress with whole group

Online post-assessment

Monitor progress and adjust project plan as necessary