Mid Term Assessment Computer Studies Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7

Information Technology (IT) Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7

Subject: Information Technology (IT)

Class: Primary 3

Term: First Term

Week: 7

Age: 8 years

Topic: Mid Term Assessment

Duration: 40 minutes

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

1. Recall the key concepts covered in weeks 1 to 6.
2. Answer questions based on the topics taught.
3. Demonstrate their understanding of the material through a written test.

Keywords: Assessment, Revision, Test, Recall

Set Induction: The teacher will inform the pupils about the mid-term assessment and explain its importance in evaluating their understanding.

Entry Behaviour: Pupils have learned various topics in Information Technology over the past weeks.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Question papers
• Answer sheets
• Pens and pencils

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Regular assessments help reinforce learning and identify areas that need further explanation.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Recall
• Application

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Previous lesson notes and materials

Reference Books:

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

Instructional Materials:

• Question papers
• Answer sheets
• Writing materials

Content

Mid-Term Assessment Questions

1. Revision of Basic 2 Work:
   • List two topics you learned in Basic 2 Information Technology.
2. Generational Development of Computers:
   • Match the following stages with their corresponding year:
     • Abacus
     • First Generation Computers
     • Second Generation Computers
     • Third Generation Computers
     • Fourth Generation Computers
     • Fifth Generation Computers
3. System Unit – Internal Features of CPU:
   • Identify and state the use of the following CPU components:
     • Motherboard
     • Processor
     • BIOS battery
     • Fan
     • RAM slot
4. Hardware Devices of a Computer:
   • Define hardware devices.
   • List two examples of input devices and two examples of output devices.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. The ______ is known as the brain of the computer. a) Motherboard b) Processor c) BIOS battery d) Fan
2. The main circuit board in the CPU is called the ______. a) Motherboard b) Processor c) Fan d) RAM slot
3. A ______ is used to project images from the computer onto a larger screen. a) Printer b) Projector c) Monitor d) Webcam
4. The ______ is used to type data into the computer. a) Mouse b) Keyboard c) Monitor d) Printer
5. A ______ is used to scan documents and images into the computer. a) Printer b) Microphone c) Monitor d) Scanner

FAQs

1. What is a mid-term assessment?
   • A mid-term assessment is a test given halfway through the term to evaluate pupils’ understanding of the material covered.
2. Why is the mid-term assessment important?
   • It helps to identify areas where pupils may need more help and reinforces learning.
3. How should I prepare for the mid-term assessment?
   • Review your notes, pay attention to key concepts, and practice answering questions from previous lessons.
4. What topics will the mid-term assessment cover?
   • The assessment will cover topics from weeks 1 to 6.
5. Will there be multiple-choice questions in the assessment?
   • Yes, there will be fill-in-the-blank multiple-choice questions.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the key topics covered in weeks 1 to 6, ensuring that pupils remember the main points.

Step 2: The teacher distributes the question papers and answer sheets to the pupils.

Step 3: The teacher explains the instructions and gives pupils time to complete the assessment.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Review the key topics with the pupils.
• Distribute the assessment materials.
• Monitor the pupils during the test to ensure they are working independently.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen to the review of key topics.
• Complete the assessment questions.
• Submit their answer sheets for marking.

Assessment:

1. Recall two topics learned in Basic 2 IT.
2. Match stages of computer development with their corresponding years.
3. Identify and state the use of CPU components.
4. Define hardware devices and give examples of input and output devices.

Conclusion: The teacher collects the answer sheets and will later mark and provide feedback on the pupils’ performance.

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