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;
- Define software
- List different examples of computer games
- 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)
| Time | Content | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | Introduction | Discussion | Teacher 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 mins | Definition of Software | Lecture | Teacher defines software as a set of instructions or programs that enable computers to perform specific tasks. | Pupils listen attentively and take notes. |
| 10 mins | Examples of Computer Games | Discussion | Teacher 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 mins | Playing Available Game | Practical | Teacher demonstrates how to play a game on a computer or mobile phone. | Pupils take turns playing the game under the teacher’s guidance. |
| 5 mins | Evaluation | Question and Answer | Teacher asks questions related to the lesson objectives to assess pupils’ understanding. | Pupils respond to the questions individually. |
| 0 mins | Note Copying | Writing | Pupils 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:
- What is software?
- Can you mention any computer games you know?
- 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.
