Just how does computer memory work? Really, it's all zeros and ones. Learn more about bits, binary digits, memory cells, memory latency, and CPS in a short video about how computer memory works.

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Instructional Ideas

• Flip the lesson having class members watch the video, complete the comprehension check, and research some of the related links before returning for a full-class discussion

Classroom Considerations

• The resource presumes that viewers have a basic understanding of computer vocabulary, central processing units, and hardware

Pros

• The resource includes the video, a comprehension check, links to related articles, and discussion questions

Cons

• The information is presented very rapidly; therefore, provide viewers with worksheets where they can record the definitions of the many terms, or pause the video frequently to permit viewers to record information