Lesson Plan: Typing and Saving on Microsoft PowerPoint

Subject: Information Technology
Class: Primary 4
Term: Second Term
Week: 2 & 3
Age: 8–9 years
Topic: Typing and Saving on Microsoft PowerPoint
Sub-topic: Steps to Type and Save a Document in PowerPoint
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Define Microsoft PowerPoint and explain its uses.
2. Open Microsoft PowerPoint and create a new slide.
3. Type a simple composition about themselves on a slide.
4. Save their PowerPoint presentation on the computer.

Keywords:

PowerPoint, Slide, Text box, Save, Presentation

Set Induction:

The teacher will display a colorful PowerPoint slide with text and images on the projector or screen. The teacher will ask pupils what they think the slide is used for and explain that PowerPoint helps people create presentations for learning, work, and fun.

Entry Behavior:

Pupils have basic knowledge of typing on a computer keyboard from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials:

1. Computers with Microsoft PowerPoint installed.
2. Projector or large screen.
3. Sample PowerPoint slides for demonstration.
4. Step-by-step printed instructions for typing and saving.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

The teacher will ask pupils if they have used Microsoft Word before. The teacher will relate the use of Word for typing documents to PowerPoint for creating slides.

Embedded Core Skills:

1. Digital literacy skills.
2. Typing skills.
3. Organization and file-saving skills.

Learning Materials:

• Computers with keyboards and mice.
• Microsoft PowerPoint application.
• Demonstration slides.

Reference Books:

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

Instructional Materials:

1. Sample slides with text and images.
2. Interactive PowerPoint presentation.

Lesson Content

What is Microsoft PowerPoint?

1. Definition: Microsoft PowerPoint is a computer program used to create presentations made up of slides.
2. Uses:
   • It is used for teaching and learning.
   • It is used to share information in meetings.
   • It helps to make information look neat and attractive.
3. Features: PowerPoint allows users to type, add pictures, create designs, and include animations.

Steps to Type and Save in PowerPoint

1. Open Microsoft PowerPoint:
   • Click the PowerPoint icon on the desktop or search for it in the Start menu.
   • Choose “Blank Presentation” to start a new slide.
2. Create a New Slide:
   • Click on the “Home” tab.
   • Select “New Slide” from the ribbon.
3. Type on the Slide:
   • Click inside the text box labeled “Click to add text.”
   • Type your composition about yourself. For example:
     “My name is Tayo. I am 9 years old. I love reading and drawing. My favorite subject is Information Technology.”
4. Format the Text:
   • Highlight the text.
   • Use the toolbar to change the font size, color, or style.
5. Save Your Work:
   • Click “File” at the top left corner.
   • Choose “Save As.”
   • Select where to save (e.g., Desktop).
   • Type a file name like “My First Slide” and click “Save.”

Examples:

Here are sample sentences pupils can type:

1. “My name is Ayo. I am 8 years old.”
2. “I love playing football and reading books.”
3. “My favorite food is rice.”
4. “I enjoy learning about computers.”
5. “I want to become a doctor when I grow up.”

Evaluation

Typing and Saving on Microsoft PowerPoint

1. Microsoft PowerPoint is used to create _____ for presentations.
   a. Slides
   b. Letters
   c. Emails
   d. Maps
   Answer: a
2. The first step to type in PowerPoint is to click inside the _____.
   a. Toolbar
   b. Text box
   c. Icon
   d. Menu
   Answer: b
3. To save your presentation, click on the _____ menu.
   a. File
   b. Home
   c. View
   d. Insert
   Answer: a
4. A slide in PowerPoint can contain _____.
   a. Text only
   b. Pictures and text
   c. Videos only
   d. Calculations
   Answer: b
5. The shortcut to create a new slide is _____ + M.
   a. Ctrl
   b. Shift
   c. Alt
   d. Tab
   Answer: a
6. To change the color of your text, use the _____.
   a. Animations menu
   b. Font color tool
   c. Design tab
   d. File menu
   Answer: b
7. A single page in PowerPoint is called a _____.
   a. Document
   b. Slide
   c. Spreadsheet
   d. Frame
   Answer: b
8. To add more text to your slide, click on _____.
   a. File
   b. Insert
   c. Home
   d. Text box
   Answer: d

Class Activity Discussion

Typing and Saving on Microsoft PowerPoint

1. What is PowerPoint used for?
   PowerPoint is used to create slides for teaching, learning, and presentations.
2. How do I add a slide in PowerPoint?
   Click on the “New Slide” button in the “Home” tab.
3. What should I type in the text box?
   You can type anything you want to present, like your name or a topic.
4. How do I change the size of my text?
   Highlight the text and choose the font size from the toolbar.
5. Why should I save my presentation?
   To make sure your work is not lost and can be used later.

Presentation Steps

1. Teacher’s Activities:
   • Revise the previous topic on typing basics.
   • Introduce PowerPoint as a program for creating slides.
   • Demonstrate how to type and save a presentation.
2. Learners’ Activities:
   • Watch the teacher’s demonstration.
   • Open PowerPoint on their computers.
   • Type a short composition about themselves and save it.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is the main use of PowerPoint?
2. Write two steps to create a new slide.
3. How do you save a presentation?
4. What do you type inside the text box?
5. Mention one way to format text in PowerPoint.
6. How do you open PowerPoint on a computer?
7. What is the importance of saving your work?
8. What is the name of the menu used to save files?
9. What is the shortcut to add a new slide?
10. Give one reason why PowerPoint is useful.

Conclusion:

The teacher moves around the class, checks pupils’ slides, and gives feedback on their typing and saving. Pupils will correct any errors and save their work properly.

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