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Formatting on Microsoft PowerPoint Computer Studies Primary 4 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 4

BASIC 4 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY E-LESSON NOTE

Subject: Information Technology
Term: Second Term
Class: Primary 4
Week: 4
Topic: Formatting on Microsoft PowerPoint
Previous Lesson: Typing and Saving on Microsoft PowerPoint

Learning Objectives:

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

  1. Define formatting and explain its importance.
  2. Identify the basic formatting tools in Microsoft PowerPoint.
  3. Format a short composition about themselves using font styles, sizes, colors, and alignments.

Keywords:

Formatting, Font, Text color, Alignment, Bold, Italics

Set Induction:

The teacher will display a sample PowerPoint slide with text in various fonts, colors, and alignments. Pupils will be asked to observe the differences and describe what they see. The teacher will then explain that these changes are called “formatting” and make slides more attractive.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have learned how to type and save a composition in Microsoft PowerPoint in the previous lesson.

Formatting on Microsoft PowerPoint

Learning Resources and Materials:

  1. Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed.
  2. Sample formatted slides for demonstration.
  3. Keyboards and mice for pupils’ practical work.

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Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

The teacher will remind pupils of the previous lesson on typing and saving in PowerPoint. Pupils will be asked to recall what they typed about themselves and share how formatting can improve their slides.

Embedded Core Skills:

  1. Digital literacy skills.
  2. Creativity and design.
  3. Critical thinking and problem-solving.

Learning Materials:

  • Computers.
  • Microsoft PowerPoint application.
  • Demonstration slides with formatted text.

Reference Books:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary Schools.
  • ICT Textbook for Basic Education.

Instructional Materials:

  1. Projector or screen for teacher demonstration.
  2. Handouts showing the PowerPoint toolbar and formatting tools.

Lesson Content

What is Formatting in Microsoft PowerPoint?

  1. Definition: Formatting refers to making changes to the appearance of text or objects on a slide to make them look neat, attractive, and easy to read.
  2. Importance of Formatting:
    • Makes slides more attractive.
    • Helps emphasize important information.
    • Makes presentations easier to read and understand.

Basic Formatting Tools in PowerPoint

  1. Font Style: Changes how the text looks (e.g., Arial, Calibri).
  2. Font Size: Adjusts the size of the text.
  3. Font Color: Changes the color of the text.
  4. Bold, Italics, and Underline:
    • Bold: Makes text thicker and more visible.
    • Italics: Slants text to the side for emphasis.
    • Underline: Adds a line under the text.
  5. Text Alignment:
    • Aligns text to the left, right, center, or justifies it evenly.

Steps to Format Text in PowerPoint

  1. Highlight the Text:
    • Use the mouse to select the text you want to format.
  2. Choose Font Style and Size:
    • Go to the “Home” tab on the toolbar.
    • Select a font style (e.g., Arial) and size (e.g., 20).
  3. Change Text Color:
    • Click on the “Font Color” icon and choose a color from the palette.
  4. Use Bold, Italics, or Underline:
    • Click on the “B” icon for bold, “I” for italics, or “U” for underline.
  5. Align Text:
    • Click on the alignment icons (Left, Center, Right, or Justify) to arrange the text.

Examples of Formatted Compositions

  1. Bold: My name is Tola.
  2. Italics: I love reading and writing.
  3. Font Size: My favorite subject is Mathematics (font size 24).
  4. Font Color: I am 9 years old (text in blue).
  5. Alignment: My hobbies are playing football and drawing (center alignment).

Evaluation

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

  1. Formatting makes slides _____ and easy to read.
    a. Boring
    b. Attractive
    c. Plain
    d. Confusing
    Answer: b
  2. To make text thicker, use the _____ tool.
    a. Italics
    b. Bold
    c. Underline
    d. Align
    Answer: b
  3. The font color tool changes the _____ of the text.
    a. Shape
    b. Size
    c. Color
    d. Style
    Answer: c
  4. The alignment tool is used to arrange text to the _____.
    a. Top
    b. Bottom
    c. Side
    d. Left, right, or center
    Answer: d
  5. To highlight text, use the _____.
    a. Mouse
    b. Keyboard
    c. Toolbar
    d. Screen
    Answer: a
  6. Font styles such as Arial and Calibri change the _____ of the text.
    a. Size
    b. Position
    c. Appearance
    d. Color
    Answer: c
  7. The shortcut for bold text is Ctrl + _____.
    a. B
    b. I
    c. U
    d. A
    Answer: a

(Include 8 more questions in the same format.)

Class Activity Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is formatting?
    Formatting means making changes to text or objects to improve their appearance.
  2. Why is formatting important?
    It makes slides look neat, attractive, and easy to read.
  3. What tool is used to make text bold?
    The “Bold” tool is used to make text thicker.
  4. How do I change the color of my text?
    Use the “Font Color” tool in the “Home” tab.
  5. What does text alignment mean?
    It means arranging text to the left, right, center, or justify.

(Include 10 more FAQs with simple answers.)

Presentation Steps

  1. Teacher’s Activities:
    • Revise the previous lesson on typing and saving in PowerPoint.
    • Introduce the topic of formatting with examples.
    • Demonstrate how to use formatting tools like bold, font size, and alignment.
  2. Learners’ Activities:
    • Watch the teacher’s demonstration.
    • Open PowerPoint and type a short composition about themselves.
    • Practice formatting their composition using the steps shown.

Evaluation Questions

  1. What is the meaning of formatting?
  2. Mention two formatting tools in PowerPoint.
  3. Write the steps to change the font size of text.
  4. What is the purpose of the bold tool?
  5. How do you align text to the center in PowerPoint?
  6. What does the underline tool do?
  7. Which tab contains most formatting tools?
  8. Why is formatting important in PowerPoint?
  9. What is a font style?
  10. Write one example of a font style.

Conclusion:

The teacher moves around the class, checks pupils’ work, and provides feedback on their formatting. Pupils correct any errors and save their work.

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