Class: Primary 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science and Technology
Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies
Topic: Description of Computer
Content: Definition of Computer
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:
- Define and identify a Computer
Instructional Materials: Pictures of different types of computers, chart paper, marker pens
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Definition of Computer
Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
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Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Greet the pupils and make sure they are attentive. Show pictures of different types of computers. Ask the pupils if they know what a computer is. | Listen attentively to the teacher. Look at the pictures of computers. Respond to the teacher’s questions. |
Step 2: Definition of Computer | 10 mins | Explanation | Explain that a computer is an electronic device that processes and stores information. Give examples of common electronic devices that are computers, such as desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Discuss how computers are used in various areas of life, such as education, communication, and entertainment. | Listen carefully to the teacher’s explanation. Take note of the examples given. Participate in the discussion by sharing their knowledge about computers. |
Step 3: Recap and Questions | 5 mins | Questioning | Recap the definition of a computer. Ask questions to assess pupils’ understanding, such as “What is a computer?” and “Can you name some electronic devices that are computers?” | Recall and state the definition of a computer. Answer the teacher’s questions. |
Evaluation | 10 mins | Written Exercise | Distribute worksheets with pictures of electronic devices and ask pupils to identify which ones are computers. | Pupils complete the worksheet by circling the computers among the given pictures. |
Note Copying | 5 mins | Writing | Write the definition of a computer on the board or chart paper and instruct pupils to copy it into their notebooks. | Pupils copy the definition of a computer into their notebooks. |
Note:
What is a Computer?
A computer is an electronic device that processes and stores information. Examples of common electronic devices that are computers include; a desktop computer, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
Evaluation Questions:
Ask the pupils the following questions to evaluate their understanding of the lesson
- What is a computer?
- Can you name some electronic devices that are computers?
- Circle the computers among the given pictures of electronic devices.
Teaching Aids:
- Pictures of different types of computers
- Chart paper
- Marker pens
- Worksheets with pictures of electronic devices
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.