Technology : Products of Technology

Subject : 

Basic Science and Technology

Term :

Second  Term

Week:

Week 8

Class :

Basic 4 / Year 4 / Primary 4

 

Previous lesson : 

The pupils have previous knowledge of human body feeding system   in their  previous lesson

Topic :

 

Products of Technology

 

Behavioural objectives :

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

  • mention and identify the products of
    technology;
  • draw some products of technology;
    give examples of some inventors and
    the technology they invented.

 

Learning Activities :

Pupils in small group walk round th
class to see some products of
technology.

  • Pupils in pairs list out some
    examples of technological products
  • Pupils take turn to go round to see
    the pictures of some inventors and
    the technology they invented.
  • Pupils in small groups discuss and
    write down the importance of new
    technology

Embedded Core Skills 

  • Communication and Collaboration
  • Student Leadership skills and Personal Development
  • Creativity and Imagination
  • Critical thinking and problem solving

Instructional Materials :

  • Wall charts
  • Pictures of Technology products
  • Flash Cards
  • Smartphone
  • IPad
  • Tablet

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 :

Products of Technology

  1. Smartphones – A smartphone is a device that allows you to make phone calls, send text messages, take pictures, and access the internet. Examples include the iPhone or Samsung Galaxy.
  2. Tablets – A tablet is like a big phone or a small computer that allows you to watch videos, play games, and do schoolwork. Examples include the iPad or Amazon Fire.
  3. Smartwatches – A smartwatch is a device you wear on your wrist that can tell time, track your physical activity, and receive notifications from your phone. Examples include the Apple Watch or Fitbit.
  4. Video game consoles – A video game console is a device that you connect to your TV to play video games. Examples include the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X.
  5. Laptops – A laptop is a computer that you can carry around with you. You can use it to do schoolwork, watch videos, and browse the internet. Examples include the MacBook or Chromebook.
  6. Digital cameras – A digital camera is a device that allows you to take pictures and videos. Examples include the Canon PowerShot or Sony Cyber-shot.
  7. Smart home devices – Smart home devices are gadgets that you can control with your voice or your phone. Examples include the Amazon Echo, Google Nest, or Philips Hue lights.
  8. Electric cars – An electric car is a car that runs on electricity instead of gasoline. Examples include the Tesla Model S or Nissan Leaf.
  9. Drones – A drone is a flying machine that can take pictures or videos from high up in the air. Examples include the DJI Mavic Pro or Parrot Bebop.
  10. Virtual reality headsets – A virtual reality headset is a device that you wear on your head to enter a different world. Examples include the Oculus Quest or Samsung Gear VR.

 

 

Evaluation

  1. What is a smartphone? A. A device that allows you to make phone calls and send text messages. B. A device that lets you listen to music. C. A device that you wear on your wrist.
  2. What is a tablet? A. A small computer that you can carry around with you. B. A device that allows you to make phone calls. C. A device that you can wear on your head.
  3. What is a smartwatch? A. A device that you wear on your wrist that can tell time and track your physical activity. B. A device that you can use to take pictures. C. A device that you can use to control your TV.
  4. What is a video game console? A. A device that you connect to your TV to play video games. B. A device that you wear on your head to enter a different world. C. A device that you use to take pictures and videos.
  5. What is a laptop? A. A computer that you can carry around with you. B. A device that you use to control your smart home. C. A device that you use to listen to music.
  6. What is a digital camera? A. A device that allows you to take pictures and videos. B. A device that you wear on your wrist. C. A device that you can use to make phone calls.
  7. What are smart home devices? A. Gadgets that you can control with your voice or your phone. B. Cars that run on electricity. C. Devices that you can use to take pictures and videos.
  8. What is an electric car? A. A car that runs on electricity instead of gasoline. B. A car that can fly. C. A car that is powered by a solar panel.
  9. What is a drone? A. A flying machine that can take pictures or videos from high up in the air. B. A device that you wear on your wrist. C. A device that you use to control your TV.
  10. What is a virtual reality headset? A. A device that you wear on your head to enter a different world. B. A device that you use to listen to music. C. A device that you use to control your smart home

Products Of Technology

 

Lesson Presentation

Materials:

  • Pictures of various technology products (smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, video game consoles, laptops, digital cameras, smart home devices, electric cars, drones, and virtual reality headsets)
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Handout with definitions of technology products and examples

Procedure:

  1. Introduction (5 minutes) a. Start by asking students what they know about technology and what kinds of technology products they use in their daily lives. b. Introduce the lesson’s objective and the various technology products that will be discussed.
  2. Defining Technology Products (5 minutes) a. Use the whiteboard to define technology products and their uses. b. Provide examples of technology products and discuss their uses and benefits.
  3. Exploring Technology Products (30 minutes) a. Display pictures of various technology products and discuss their features and uses with the students. b. Allow students to ask questions and share their experiences with the products. c. Provide additional information about the products, such as how they are made, how they work, and what kinds of skills are needed to use them. d. Distribute the handout with definitions of technology products and examples.
  4. Conclusion (5 minutes) a. Recap the lesson’s objective and review the technology products that were discussed. b. Allow students to ask any final questions they may have.

Assessment:

  • Observe the students’ participation and engagement during the lesson.
  • Have students write a short paragraph about their favorite technology product and what they like about it.

Weekly Assessment /Test

  1. A __________ is a device that allows you to make phone calls, send text messages, take pictures, and access the internet. Examples include the iPhone or Samsung Galaxy.
  2. A __________ is like a big phone or a small computer that allows you to watch videos, play games, and do schoolwork. Examples include the iPad or Amazon Fire.
  3. A __________ is a device you wear on your wrist that can tell time, track your physical activity, and receive notifications from your phone. Examples include the Apple Watch or Fitbit.
  4. A __________ is a device that you connect to your TV to play video games. Examples include the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, or Xbox Series X.
  5. A __________ is a computer that you can carry around with you. You can use it to do schoolwork, watch videos, and browse the internet. Examples include the MacBook or Chromebook.
  6. A __________ is a device that allows you to take pictures and videos. Examples include the Canon PowerShot or Sony Cyber-shot.
  7. __________ are gadgets that you can control with your voice or your phone. Examples include the Amazon Echo, Google Nest, or Philips Hue lights.
  8. An __________ is a car that runs on electricity instead of gasoline. Examples include the Tesla Model S or Nissan Leaf.
  9. A __________ is a flying machine that can take pictures or videos from high up in the air. Examples include the DJI Mavic Pro or Parrot Bebop.
  10. A __________ is a device that you wear on your head to enter a different world. Examples include the Oculus Quest or Samsung Gear VR