Technology : Definition and Importance

Subject : 

Basic Science and Technology

Term :

Second  Term

Week:

Week 6

Class :

Basic 4 / Year 4 / Primary 4

Previous lesson : 

The pupils have previous knowledge of weeds and weed controls  in their  previous lesson

Topic :

Technology : Definition and Importance

Behavioural objectives :

At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to

• Say the meaning of technology
• Write out the importance of technology

Instructional Materials :

• Wall charts
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards

Methods of Teaching :

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials :

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
• Workbooks

Content :

Technology is anything that has been created to help us solve a problem or make our lives easier. It includes things like computers, smartphones, tablets, and even simple tools like pencils and rulers.

Technology has become a huge part of our lives and is used in many different areas. Here are some examples:

1. Communication: With technology, we can communicate with people all over the world using things like email, texting, video calls, and social media.
2. Education: Technology has changed the way we learn. We can access information and educational resources online, use interactive tools to make learning more engaging, and even attend virtual classes.
3. Entertainment: Technology has also revolutionized the way we entertain ourselves. We can watch movies and TV shows, play video games, and listen to music, all using various devices.
4. Healthcare: Technology has also made a huge impact on healthcare. Doctors can use technology to diagnose and treat patients, monitor their health, and even perform surgeries.

Overall, technology is important because it makes our lives easier and helps us to do things more efficiently. It can help us to solve problems, connect with people, learn new things, and have fun

Evaluation

1. What is technology? a. Things that have been created to help us solve problems or make our lives easier. b. A type of animal. c. A type of food.
2. Which of the following is an example of technology used for communication? a. A basketball. b. A computer. c. A plant.
3. How has technology changed the way we learn? a. We can access information and educational resources online. b. We can only learn in a classroom. c. We can’t use technology to help us learn.
4. Which of the following is an example of technology used for entertainment? a. A chair. b. A video game console. c. A blanket.
5. How has technology impacted healthcare? a. Doctors can use technology to diagnose and treat patients. b. Technology has made healthcare worse. c. Technology has no impact on healthcare.
6. Why is technology important? a. It makes our lives easier and helps us to do things more efficiently. b. It is not important. c. It makes our lives more difficult.
7. Which of the following is an example of technology used for transportation? a. A book. b. A bicycle. c. A pillow.
8. What is an example of technology used for cooking? a. A table. b. A blender. c. A lamp.
9. What is an example of technology used for shopping? a. A dog. b. A store. c. A shopping cart.
10. How has technology impacted the way we work? a. It has made many jobs easier and more efficient. b. Technology has made work more difficult. c. Technology has had no impact on the way we work

Lesson Presentation

Introduction (5 minutes):

1. Greet the class and introduce the topic of technology.
2. Ask the students if they know what technology is, and what examples of technology they can think of.
3. Write their responses on the whiteboard.

Direct Instruction (15 minutes):

1. Explain to the students that technology is anything that has been created to help us solve a problem or make our lives easier.
2. Provide examples of technologies such as computers, smartphones, tablets, and tools like pencils and rulers.
3. Discuss how technology has become a huge part of our lives and is used in many different areas such as communication, education, entertainment, healthcare, and transportation.
4. Use images and videos to illustrate each of these areas.

Activity (15 minutes):

1. Divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
2. Give each group a technology-related task such as “Brainstorm ways technology has made our lives easier” or “List five examples of technology used for communication”.
3. Have the groups discuss and write their responses on a piece of paper or a whiteboard.
4. Have each group share their ideas with the class.

Closure (5 minutes):

1. Summarize the main points of the lesson and review the importance of technology in our lives.
2. Ask the students if they have any questions or if there is anything they would like to add to the discussion.
3. End the lesson with a short video or demonstration of a new or upcoming technology.

Assessment: Assessment will be based on the students’ participation in the group activity and their responses to the questions and discussions throughout the lesson. The teacher will also assess whether the students have grasped the concept of technology and its importance in our lives.

Weekly Assessment /Test 

1. __________ is anything that has been created to help us solve a problem or make our lives easier.
2. Technology has become a huge part of our lives and is used in many different areas such as __________, education, entertainment, healthcare, and transportation.
3. Computers, smartphones, and tablets are all examples of __________.
4. Technology has changed the way we learn. We can access information and educational resources __________.
5. With technology, we can communicate with people all over the world using things like email, texting, video calls, and __________.
6. Technology has revolutionized the way we entertain ourselves. We can watch movies and TV shows, play video games, and listen to music, all using various __________.
7. Doctors can use technology to diagnose and treat patients, monitor their health, and even perform __________.
8. Technology makes our lives easier and helps us to do things more __________.
9. A __________ is an example of a simple technology that has been used for centuries to make writing and drawing easier.
10. Technology has impacted the way we work by making many jobs easier and more __________