Overview

This is a self-paced WebQuest on computer hardware and basic troubleshooting, finishing with an image-formatting task and exporting your work as a PDF.

Your WebQuest starts by downloading the 1.3 Know Your Computer file, found in Teams → Shared → Class Materials on the class Teams page.

When the file opens Create a Copy → Create a Copy Online and make sure you save it to your own OneDrive folder. Then work through the WebQuest, following the instructions in the document.

Parts of a Computer — Matching Game

Match each part to its name and its function — pick one tile from each column. A correct trio locks in green; a wrong guess just clears so you can try again. Work through all 4 rounds, then take a screenshot of your finished round to paste into your WebQuest document.

Part

Name

Function

Quick Reference

Everything for this WebQuest is saved in the same place:

OneDrive → Grade 8 → ICT 8 → 1. Essential Skills

File naming: 1.3_KnowYourComputer_[YourName] — for both your .docx and your .pdf.

Troubleshooting Quick Reference

  • Monitor won't turn on: check the power cable at both ends; check the monitor's own power button (separate from the tower); check whether the tower itself is on (fan noise, lights).
  • Computer is frozen: try Ctrl+Alt+Delete first to close the stuck program; if that doesn't work, hold the power button 5–10 seconds to force a restart, then turn it back on.
  • When to ask for help: after trying the steps above, or any time you're unsure whether something is safe to try — ask a teacher right away rather than keep experimenting.

Bookmark this — it's useful all year, not just this lesson.

Success Criteria

  • Saved my own copy of the shared WebQuest file
  • Defined all 5 vocabulary terms
  • Completed the Parts of a Computer matching game
  • Answered all 3 troubleshooting questions
  • Inserted an image, resized it correctly, and wrapped the text
  • Exported my document as a PDF and submitted both files to Teams