Q1 Magic Power Cycle: Vocabulary
Key Vocabulary
Factory Reset: A factory reset is a more drastic step that erases your device's data and settings, restoring it to its original factory state. It is usually done as a last resort when other troubleshooting methods have failed or you want to erase all personal information before selling or giving away the device. A factory reset will delete all your data, so it's crucial to back up any important files before performing this action.
Hard Reset: A hard reset is a more forceful way to restart your device. It involves holding down specific buttons or keys to force the device to turn off and then turning it back on. It is typically used when the device is frozen or unresponsive.
Murphy's Law: Murphy's Law expresses the common experience that when something goes wrong, it often does, and often at the worst possible time.
Power Cycle: Power cycling is another term for restarting. It involves completely shutting down your device and then turning it on again.
Restart: A restart is turning off your device and then turning it back on again. It helps refresh the software and can fix minor issues or glitches.
Competencies & Standards
MITECS Michigan Integrated Technology Competencies for Students, and
1. Empowered Learner
a. Students connect their learning needs, strengths and interests to their goals and use technology to help achieve them and reflect on their progress.
c. Students use technology to seek feedback that informs and improves their practice and to demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways.
d. Students understand fundamental concepts of how technology works, demonstrate the ability to choose and use current technologies effectively, and are adept at thoughtfully exploring emerging technologies.
5. Computational Thinker
c. Students break problems into component parts, extract key information and develop descriptive models to understand complex systems or facilitate problem-solving.
6. Creative Communicator
a. Students choose the appropriate platforms and digital tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.
c. Students use digital tools to visually communicate complex ideas to others.