{"product_id":"the-ultimate-dictionary-of-all-things-digital-9781955834155","title":"The Ultimate Dictionary of All Things Digital","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelp kids go full STEAM ahead into the digital landscape.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComputer science is an essential part of today's curriculum, starting in elementary school. Learning the basics of computing and coding boosts kids' problem solving, creativity, and critical thinking skills while teaching them a subject that has real-life applications. Kids become tech proficient easily, and their malleable minds are quick to understand how to use software and basic processes. But no matter what field they choose to go into as adults, they will have to understand the realities of the ever-changing digital world--the way it is built and maintained, and the implications on everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Ultimate Dictionary of All Things Digital \u003c\/em\u003ewill combine definitions for the basics of computing and coding, as well as the big-picture issues--more complex terms that deal with safety, privacy, and abstract terminologies like algorithm bias, NFTs, the uncanny valley, and deep fakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike \u003cem\u003eThe Young Activist's Dictionary of Social Justice\u003c\/em\u003e, this book will include age-appropriate definitions that explain terms through the lens of the digital world, plus pronunciation and part of speech.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pages will be packed with illustrations and features that help the words and their definitions come to life--boxes and sidebars on big ideas, such as Moore's Law, the implications of facial recognition software, and how building semiconductors contributes to climate change. Plus, a Tech Timeline delves into the breakthrough moments and important characters (think Ava Lovelace, Grace Hopper, Alan Turing) in the history of computer science and a Resources section with educational websites for budding coders who want to put their newfound knowledge to the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRough Category Overview with Sample Words\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral Tech Terms: cryptocurrency, NFTs, digital divide, algorithm, artificial intelligence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware: memory, laptop, motherboard, sound card, SSD, USB, switch, keycap, CPU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating Systems: files, drivers, folders, directories, shortcut, screensaver, taskbar, window manager, terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware: pixel, application, multitasking, program, web browser, word processor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetworks: Wi-Fi, email, ISP, router, modem, server, bandwidth, latency, file sharing, broadband, packets, firewall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing a Computer: cursor, right-click, caret, username, password\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing the Internet: download, upload, search engine, social media, URL, website, bookmarks, chat room, homepage, hyperlink, HTTP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoding + Web Development: bug, command, sprite, if-statement, loop, string, language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital Health and Safety: cyberbullying, cookie, antivirus software, deep fakes, algorithm bias, hacker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Duopress\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/24\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781955834155\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 64","brand":"Duopress Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42353117495477,"sku":"9781955834155","price":12.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_55101a45-a21a-48f7-8af6-5fd92355d774.jpg?v=1661843853","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-ultimate-dictionary-of-all-things-digital-9781955834155","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}