Term: 1st Term
Week: 9
Class: Basic 2
Age: 8 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Topic: Features of a System Unit
Content: Box, Tower, Power button
Specific Objectives: At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to;
- Describe features of a system unit.
Instructional Materials: Chalkboard, chalk, pictures of system units, cardboard boxes, tower-shaped blocks, power button cutout.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge: Basic understanding of computers and their components.
Rationale: Understanding the features of a computer system unit is essential for young learners as they begin to explore the components that make up a computer.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Features of a System Unit
Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
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Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | – Greet the pupils and ask if they know what a computer is. – Explain that a computer has different parts. | Respond to greetings. Listen attentively. |
Step 2: Understanding System Units | 10 mins | Explanation | – Show pictures of different computer system units. – Define what a system unit is. | Look at pictures. Listen carefully. |
Step 3: Features of a System Unit | 10 mins | Discussion | – Explain the features of a system unit: shape, size, buttons. – Show pictures of box and tower-shaped blocks. | Listen and observe. |
Step 4: Identifying the Power Button | 5 mins | Demonstration | – Discuss the power button’s function. – Show the power button cutout. – Explain where the power button is located. -Demonstrate how to turn the power button on/off. -Explain the importance of the power button. | Watch the demonstration. Listen and watch carefully. |
Step 5: Activity: Building a Computer Tower | 5 mins | Activity | – Provide cardboard boxes and tower-shaped blocks. – Guide pupils to build a tower resembling a system unit. | Work together to build. |
Step 6: Recap and Summary | 5 mins | Discussion | – Review the features of a system unit. – Ask pupils to describe the power button’s function. | Share their understanding. |
Step 7: Evaluation | 5 mins | Question and Answer | – Ask questions about the features of a system unit and the power button. | Respond to questions. |
Step 8: Note Copying | 5 min | Note Taking | – Instruct pupils to copy a summarized note about system unit features and power button. | Copy the note. |
Note:
Meaning of system unit
The system unit is the main part of the computer system, it’s like box where all the important parts that make the computer work live. It’s where you plug in things like the screen and the keyboard.
Features of a System Unit
- A system unit is the main part of a computer.
- It can be shaped like a box or a tower.
- The power button is used to turn the computer on and off.
- It contains port or socket where you can plug in other parts of the computer.
Evaluation:
- What is a system unit?
- What are the features of a system unit?
- What is the function of the power button on a computer?
Teaching Aids:
- Pictures of different computer system units
- Cardboard boxes
- Tower-shaped blocks
- Power button cutout
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 available resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.