- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 9
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science and Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies
- Previous Lesson: Word Processing Skills: Saving
- Topic: Word Processing Skills: Retrieving
- Content: Meaning of retrieving, Steps to retrieve a saved document, Steps to save an old document
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain:
- Define the term “retrieving” in word processing.
Affective Domain:
- Appreciate the importance of being able to retrieve documents when needed.
Psychomotor Domain:
- Perform the steps required to retrieve a saved document.
Social Domain:
- Collaborate with peers to practice saving and retrieving documents.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Indeed – How To Recover a Document in Word (With 5 Methods)
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A computer or laptop with word processing software
- Projector or large screen for demonstrations
- Printed handouts of the steps to retrieve documents
- Whiteboard and markers for diagram explanations
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding how to retrieve documents is crucial in everyday life, whether in school or at work. It enables pupils to access saved work, make revisions, and maintain organized digital records, essential skills in today’s digital world.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils already know how to save documents, which serves as a foundation for learning how to retrieve them.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Word Processing Skills: Retrieving
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupil’s Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Set induction | Ask pupils about their experience saving documents. | Pupils respond with their experiences. | Linking prior knowledge of saving to retrieving. |
| Step 2: Definition of Retrieving | 5 mins | Explanation | Guided exploration | Define the term “retrieving” in word processing. | Listen and ask questions for clarity. | Understanding the meaning of retrieving. |
| Step 3: Steps to Retrieve a Saved Document | 10 mins | Demonstration | Visual aids | Demonstrate the steps to retrieve a document. | Watch and take notes. | Pupils understand the steps to retrieve documents. |
| Step 4: Steps to Save an Old Document | 8 mins | Practical Exercise | Hands-on practice | Show the process of saving an old document. | Follow along on their devices. | Pupils apply the steps in saving old documents. |
| Step 5: Note-taking | 5 mins | Writing | Note taking | Guide pupils to write down the steps clearly. | Copy the steps into their notebooks. | Pupils reinforce learning through writing. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 5 mins | Question and answer | Assessment | Ask review questions based on the lesson objectives. | Answer questions individually. | Reinforcement of understanding and comprehension. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap | Summary | Summarize the importance of retrieving documents. | Listen attentively. | Pupils leave with a clear understanding of the topic. |
Lesson Content
Word Processing Skills: Retrieving
Retrieving in word processing means opening a document that was previously saved on the computer so you can view, edit, or print it. This is important because it allows us to access our past work.
Steps to Retrieve a Saved Document
- Open the word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word).
- Click on the “File” menu at the top of the screen.
- Select “Open” from the dropdown menu.
- Locate the file you want to retrieve from the saved location (e.g., Desktop or Documents folder).
- Click on the file name, then click “Open.”
Steps to Save an Old Document
- Open the document you want to save.
- Click on “File” and choose “Save As.”
- Select the location where you want to save the document.
- Rename the document if necessary.
- Click “Save” to store the updated version.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define retrieving in the context of word processing.
- List the steps to retrieve a saved document.
- Explain the difference between “Save” and “Save As.”
- Perform the steps required to save an old document.
- Why is it important to know how to retrieve documents?
