Topic

Various types of input devices and their use

Learning objectives

Students will be able to:

• explain what an input device is
• classify and describe input devices and their uses
• identify different keys on a keyboard
• understand and describe basic mouse actions
• use technical vocabulary associated with input devices

Key words

Mouse, keyboard, scanner, trackball, graphics tablet, light pen, joystick, game controller, barcode reader, touchpad, touch screen, webcam, microphone, cursor, interact, control, select, click, double-click, drag, control, grab, release