Class: Primary 1

Term: 3rd Term

Week: 10

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science and Technology 

Curriculum Theme: Basic Science

Topic: The Computer

Content: Uses of Software: Playing Games.

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

  1. Define software
  2. List different examples of computer games
  3. Play available game on computer/mobile phone

Instructional Materials:

  • Whiteboard/Chalkboard
  • Chalks/Markers
  • Computer/laptop/mobile phone with available games
  • Pictures of different computer games
  • Flashcards with vocabulary words (software, computer games)

Instructional Procedures:

Content Development: Uses of Software (Playing Games)

TimeContentTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
5 minsIntroductionDiscussionTeacher introduces the topic by asking the pupils if they have ever played games on a computer or mobile phone.Pupils respond and share their experiences.
10 minsDefinition of SoftwareLectureTeacher defines software as a set of instructions or programs that enable computers to perform specific tasks.Pupils listen attentively and take notes.
10 minsExamples of Computer GamesDiscussionTeacher shows pictures of different computer games and asks pupils to identify them.Pupils participate in the discussion and mention various computer games they are familiar with.
15 minsPlaying Available GamePracticalTeacher demonstrates how to play a game on a computer or mobile phone.Pupils take turns playing the game under the teacher’s guidance.
5 minsEvaluationQuestion and AnswerTeacher asks questions related to the lesson objectives to assess pupils’ understanding.Pupils respond to the questions individually.
0 minsNote CopyingWritingPupils copy the note written on the board into their notebooks.Pupils copy the note into their notebooks.

Note:

What is Software?

Software is a set of instructions or programs that enable computers to perform specific tasks. Computer games are examples of software that provide entertainment and interactive experiences.

Examples of Computer Game Software

There are many different computer games such as Candy Crush, Temple Run, and Angry Birds, Zuma Revenge, etc

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What is software?
  2. Can you mention any computer games you know?
  3. How do you play a game on a computer or mobile phone?

Teaching Aids:

  • Whiteboard/Chalkboard
  • Chalks/Markers
  • Computer/laptop/mobile phone with available games
  • Pictures of different computer games
  • Flashcards with vocabulary words (software, computer games)

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.