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Revision Of Primary 2 Work Computer Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Information Technology (IT) Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Information Technology (IT)

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 1

Age: 8 years

Topic: Revision of Basic 2 Work

Sub-topic: Key Concepts from Basic 2 IT Curriculum

Duration: 40 minutes

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

  1. Recall key concepts from Basic 2 IT curriculum.
  2. Identify basic parts of a computer.
  3. Demonstrate understanding of simple computer operations.
  4. Explain the importance of computers in daily life.

Keywords: Computer, Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, Basic 2, Revision

Set Induction: The teacher will display a picture of a computer and ask the pupils to name the parts they remember from Basic 2.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils have basic knowledge of computer parts and their functions from Basic 2.

Learning Resources and Materials:

  • Pictures of computer parts (monitor, keyboard, mouse)
  • Flashcards
  • Whiteboard and markers

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Reviewing what pupils learned in Basic 2 will help them connect their previous knowledge with new concepts in Primary 3.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Critical thinking
  • Communication
  • Observation

Learning Materials:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Pictures and diagrams of computer parts
  • Flashcards with computer terms

Reference Books:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 3
  • Basic 2 IT textbooks

Instructional Materials:

  • Flashcards
  • Pictures
  • Diagrams
  • Whiteboard

Content

Revision of Basic 2 Work

  1. Introduction to Computer Parts:
    • Monitor
    • Keyboard
    • Mouse
    • Central Processing Unit (CPU)
  2. Basic Operations:
    • Turning the computer on and off
    • Using the mouse and keyboard
  3. Importance of Computers:
    • For learning
    • For communication
    • For entertainment

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

  1. The screen of a computer is called the ______. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  2. The device used to type letters is the ______. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  3. We use the ______ to point and click on items on the screen. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  4. The brain of the computer is called the ______. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  5. To start the computer, we press the ______ button. a) Start b) Power c) Enter d) Space
  6. The part of the computer that shows pictures and videos is the ______. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  7. We can use a computer to ______. a) Cook food b) Learn new things c) Sleep d) Run
  8. The ______ is used to click on icons. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  9. The letters on the ______ are used to type. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  10. To turn off the computer, we go to the ______ menu. a) Start b) Power c) Enter d) Space
  11. The ______ is a device used to display information. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  12. A computer is important for ______. a) Learning b) Sleeping c) Eating d) Running
  13. The ______ is the part we type on. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  14. To move the cursor on the screen, we use the ______. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU
  15. The ______ processes all the information in a computer. a) Monitor b) Mouse c) Keyboard d) CPU

FAQs

  1. What is a monitor?
    • A monitor is the screen of the computer where we see information.
  2. What is a keyboard used for?
    • A keyboard is used for typing letters and numbers.
  3. How do we use a mouse?
    • We use a mouse to point and click on items on the screen.
  4. What is the CPU?
    • The CPU is the brain of the computer that processes information.
  5. Why do we need to turn off the computer properly?
    • To make sure the computer saves our work and doesn’t get damaged.
  6. Can we use a computer to play games?
    • Yes, computers can be used for playing games.
  7. What should we do before starting a computer?
    • Make sure it is connected to power and then press the power button.
  8. Why is the monitor important?
    • It shows us what we are doing on the computer.
  9. What happens if we press the wrong key on the keyboard?
    • It might type the wrong letter or command, but we can fix it.
  10. Can we use a computer to write letters?
    • Yes, we can use a computer to write letters.
  11. What is the use of the Enter key?
    • The Enter key is used to start a new line or to execute commands.
  12. Why is the mouse called a mouse?
    • Because its shape and the wire attached to it look like a mouse’s tail.
  13. How do we save our work on a computer?
    • We can save our work by clicking on the save icon or going to the file menu and selecting save.
  14. What do we use the spacebar for?
    • The spacebar is used to add spaces between words.
  15. What is an icon?
    • An icon is a small picture on the screen that represents a program or file.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was the parts of a computer learned in Basic 2.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining the importance of revising what was learned in Basic 2.

Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and the teacher corrects the pupils when and where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Display pictures of computer parts.
  • Ask pupils to name and explain each part.
  • Correct and guide pupils’ responses.
  • Demonstrate basic computer operations.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Identify and name computer parts.
  • Participate in discussions.
  • Practice using the mouse and keyboard.

Assessment:

  1. Name three parts of a computer.
  2. What is the function of the monitor?
  3. How do we turn on a computer?
  4. Why is the CPU important?
  5. What do we use the keyboard for?
  6. What should we do before turning off the computer?
  7. Name one use of a computer.
  8. How do we use the mouse?
  9. Why is it important to revise previous lessons?
  10. What is an example of a computer icon?

Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark and provide feedback on the pupils’ answers and participation.

Class: Primary 2
Subject: Computer Study
Topic: Test

Instructions: Answer the following questions.

  1. The ___________ is the brain of the computer (a) monitor (b) CPU (c) printer

  2. Floppy disk drive can be seen on the ________ (a) System Unit (b) Monitor (c) Keyboard

  3. We use _______ to send and receive messages printed on papers. (a) printer (b) fax machine (c) biro

  4. The mouse can be used to _______ pictures on the monitor (a) write (b) draw (c) button

  5. How many types of monitor do we have? (a) 3 (b) 2 (c) 4

  6. We can _______ objects with the mouse (a) drag (b) throw (c) catch

  7. CPU means _______ Processing Unit (a) Center (b) Middle (c) Central

  8. Monochrome monitor can display _____ colours
    (a) black and white (b) many (c) red and blue

  9. The computer mouse is kept on a _______ (a) card (b) pad (c) book

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