Lesson 6 — Computing in the World
Computing is everywhere — from healthcare and education to entertainment and business. In this lesson, we explore how computing impacts industries and society.
Activity 1: Industry Spotlight
Pick an industry: healthcare, sports, or music. Discuss how computing is used there. For example, in healthcare, AI helps doctors read X-rays.
Quiz: Which Industry?
Match the computing application to the industry.
Self-driving cars
Music recommendation apps
Reflection Prompts
- Which industry do you think computing will change the most in the future?
- How does computing make your life easier every day?
✊ Activity: Rock Paper Scissors
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Computing shapes our world in powerful ways. Understanding its impact prepares us for future opportunities.
Next Lesson: We’ll wrap up with careers in computing and your journey forward.