How Computers Think Fast
A STEM Adventure for Grade 1 Discovering Computer Speed vs Human Speed
Let's Count Together!
Count from 1 to 20 Use your fingers to help Take your time - no rushing! Computers count differently than we do
What Makes Computers Fast?
Computers use electricity to think They don't need to use fingers like us They can solve many problems at once They never get tired or need breaks
Speed Test Game!
Solve: 5 + 3 = ? Time yourself with our timer Now watch how fast a computer solves it Compare your time to computer time
Humans vs Computers
{"left":"Humans think step by step\nHumans use their brain and fingers\nHumans can be creative and artistic\nHumans need time to think carefully","right":"Computers calculate instantly\nComputers use electricity and circuits\nComputers follow exact instructions\nComputers never make mistakes in math"}
Think About This...
Which is better at math - humans or computers? What can humans do that computers cannot? How do computers help us in our daily life?
Draw Your Discovery!
Draw yourself solving a math problem Draw a computer solving the same problem Show how fast or slow each one works Tell me about your picture when you're done
Computers Are Our Helpers!
Computers help us solve problems quickly Humans are still very important for creativity Together, humans and computers make a great team We can learn to use computers as tools