Class: Primary 1

Term: 3rd Term

Week: 9

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science and Technology 

Curriculum Theme: Basic Science

Topic: Computer

Content: Computer Hardware and the Components.

Instructional Materials:

  • Chalkboard/Whiteboard
  • Chalk/Marker
  • Computer hardware components (actual or pictures)
  • Drawing paper
  • Pencils and erasers

Specific Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to;

  • Define computer hardware
  • List different computer hardware components that make up the computer
  • Draw and label the hardware components

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Content Development: COMPUTER HARDWARE AND THE COMPONENTS

TimeContentTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
5 minsIntroductionDiscussionWelcome the pupils to the class and introduce the topic by asking them questions from the previous lesson on parts of the computer.Listen attentively.
10 minsDefinition of computer hardwareLectureExplain what computer hardware is and provide examples.Listen and take notes.
10 minsList of computer hardware componentsGroup ActivityDivide the pupils into groups. Provide pictures or actual computer hardware components. Ask each group to identify and list the components.Work in groups to identify and list the components.
10 minsDrawing and labeling hardware componentsIndividual ActivityDistribute drawing paper. Instruct the pupils to draw and label the hardware components they have learned.Draw and label the hardware components.
5 minsEvaluationQuestion and AnswerAsk questions related to the lesson to assess understanding.Answer the questions.
5 minsNote CopyingIndividual ActivityProvide the short important note for the pupils to copy into their notebooks.Copy the note into your notebook.

Note:

Computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system.

Examples of computer hardware include the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and central processing unit (CPU), CD ROM Drive, Hard disk, Speaker, etc. These components work together to enable the computer to function.

Evaluation:

  1. What is computer hardware?
  2. List three computer hardware components.
  3. Draw and label the monitor component.

Teaching Aids:

  • Chalkboard/Whiteboard
  • Chalk/Marker
  • Computer hardware components (actual or pictures)
  • Drawing paper
  • Pencils and erasers

Note to Teachers:

Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style, curriculum, or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.