Class: Primary 1

Term: 1st Term

Week: 7

Age: 6 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Subject: Basic Science and Technology 

Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies

Topic: Computer

Content: System Unit

Specific Objectives:

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

  • explain the function of a System Unit
  • Identify a System Unit

Instructional Materials

Whiteboard, marker, computer system unit

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Content Development: System Unit

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 1: Introduction5 minutesLectureExplain that a computer system is made up of different parts.Listen attentively.
Step 2: Definition of System Unit5 minutesDiscussionAsk pupils to define a system unit and discuss their responses.Participate in the discussion and provide answers.
Step 3: Features of a System Unit10 minutesGroup ActivityDivide pupils into groups. Provide pictures or diagrams of system units. Discuss the features of a system unit with the pupils.Examine the pictures or diagrams of system units and identify their features.
Step 4: Functions of a System Unit10 minutesBrainstormingEngage pupils in a brainstorming session to identify the functions of a system unit.Contribute to the brainstorming session by suggesting functions of a system unit.
Step 5: Conclusion and Recap5 minutesSummarySummarize the lesson and emphasize the importance of a system unit in a computer system.Recap the key points discussed in the lesson.
Evaluation5 minutesQuestioningAsk questions related to the content of the lesson to assess pupils’ understanding.Answer the questions asked by the teacher.
Note Copying5 minutesWritingPupils copy the important note into their notebooks.Copy the note provided into your notebook.

Note:

System Unit:

A system unit is the main part of a computer system. The system unit contains the components of a computer that is responsible for processing and executing tasks or instructions, All other parts of the computer are connected to it to work.

Evaluation

Ask the pupils following questions to evaluate their understanding of the lesson:

  1. What is a system unit?
  2. What are the features of a system unit?
  3. Why is a system unit important in a computer system?

Teaching Aids

  • Whiteboard
  • Marker
  • Computer system unit pictures or diagrams

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 and curriculum or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.