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The Misuse and Abuse of Computer System Primary 6

Lesson Plan: Misuse and Abuse of Computer System

Subject: Computer Studies / ICT

Topic: The Misuse and Abuse of Computer System
Class: Primary 6 / Basic 6
Term: Third Term
Week: Week 4
Duration: 40 Minutes

Instructional Materials

  • Computer system
  • ATM card

Previous Knowledge

Pupils have been taught career opportunities in computer studies.

Behavioral Objectives

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

  1. Define abuse.
  2. Explain computer abuse.
  3. Mention ways computer abuse occurs.

Reference Materials

  1. Online Resource Materials
  2. Various Textbooks
  3. Lagos State Upper Primary Scheme of Work

Content

Introduction to Abuse and Computer Misuse

Abuse: Abuse is the violation or misuse of something in a way that is harmful or wrong.

Computer Abuse: This occurs when computer systems are used illegally or for fraudulent purposes. It involves actions that compromise or violate computer systems for negative purposes.

Areas Where Computers are Misused

  1. Piracy:
    • Using software without paying the programmers who created it.
    • Copying software from friends or colleagues without proper licensing.
  2. Job Losses:
    • Robots and computers are replacing human workers in many industries.
    • Example: Drones replacing cameramen and delivery personnel.
  3. Invasion of Privacy:
    • Spamming: Sending unsolicited emails or messages to people.
    • Online transactions and data breaches can lead to personal information being exposed.
  4. Fraud:
    • Fraudsters make false online transactions or sell fake goods and services.
    • Dealing with unknown vendors can result in losing money.
  5. Stealing:
    • ATM fraud: Stealing passwords to withdraw money without permission.
    • Protect your ATM PIN and never share banking details with anyone.

Presentation Steps

Step 1:

The class teacher revises the previous topic on career opportunities in computer studies.

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic, “Misuse and Abuse of Computer Systems,” and explains the concept.

Step 3:

The teacher encourages pupils to give examples of computer misuse and provides corrections where needed.

Evaluation

  1. What is abuse?
  2. What is computer abuse or misuse?
  3. List three examples of computer abuse.
  4. Explain how you can protect your ATM card.

Conclusion

The teacher summarizes the lesson, emphasizing the importance of using computers responsibly. The teacher marks pupils’ notes and provides feedback.

Assignment

Read about ways to care for computer hardware and prepare to discuss in the next class.

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