Instructional Video

Files and Files Systems: Crash Course Computer Science #20

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Don't file the resource away—use it now! Young computer scientists learn how file formats work, with .txt, .wav, and .bmp given as examples. The video also describes file systems and directory files. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have groups brainstorm different file formats as a journal entry
Classroom Considerations
  • Scholars should have knowledge of ASCII
  • It is helpful if learners have familiarity with memory and storage
  • The 20th video in the Crash Course Computer Science playlist
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Metaphors and examples help with understanding
  • Narrator is enthusiastic about the topic
Cons
  • None