Term: 1st Term

Week: 10

Class: Basic 2

Age: 8 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies 

Subject: Basic Science And Technology

Topic: Uses of a System Unit 

Instructional Materials: Chalkboard, Chalk, System Unit (dummy if available), Pictures of Computer System Unit.

Specific Objectives:

  • At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:
  • List 2 uses of a System Unit.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge: The pupils should have a basic understanding of what a computer is and its main components.

Rationale: This lesson introduces pupils to the uses of a System Unit, helping them understand the essential role it plays in a computer.


INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Content Development: Uses of a System Unit

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 1: Introduction10 minQuestion & Answer– Greet pupils.
Ask: “Who remembers what a computer is?”
-Discuss briefly.
-Introduce the topic of the day: “Uses of a System Unit.”
-Explain the importance of understanding computer parts.
– Respond to greetings.
Step 2: Explaining System Unit5 minExplanation– Define System Unit.
Mention its location (usually a box-like structure).
Show pictures/dummy System Unit to the class.
– Listen and take notes.
Step 3: Uses of a System Unit10 minExplanation & Discussion– Explain that System Unit is like a computer’s “brain.”
-Mention use 1: “It stores all the important information.”
-Mention use 2: “It helps the computer do its work.”
-Discuss each use in detail.
-Encourage pupils to ask questions.
– Listen attentively.
Step 4: Demonstration10 minDemonstration– Demonstrate simple tasks the computer can do using System Unit.
-Emphasize how System Unit contributes to these tasks.
-Highlight its importance in computer functioning.
– Watch the demonstration.
Step 5: Evaluation5 minQuestion & Answer– Ask pupils to mention one use of the System Unit.
-Select pupils to provide answers.
-Give positive feedback and correct any misconceptions.
– Raise hands to respond.
Step 6: Note Taking5 minWriting – Provide a summary of the lesson’s main points on the board.– Write notes in notebooks.


NOTE:

Uses Of A System Unit 

  1. Processing Data
  2. Storing Data
  3. Running Applications
  4. Managing Hardware
  5. Data Communication

Evaluation:

  1. What is the System Unit in a computer?
  2. Mention two uses of the System Unit.

Teaching Aids:

  • Chalkboard
  • Chalk
  • Pictures of Computer System Unit
  • Dummy System Unit (if available)

Note to Teachers:
Please adapt this lesson plan to suit your teaching style, the needs of your students, and the available resources. You can modify the content, teaching methods, and activities as necessary.