Meaning of System Applications, Microsoft Office, Encarta, Mavis Beacon, and System Games Computer Studies IT Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 2 and 3

Subject: Computer Studies ICT

Class: Primary 3

Term: Second Term

Week: 2 & 3

Topic: Meaning of System Applications, Microsoft Office, Encarta, Mavis Beacon, and System Games

Sub-topic: Understanding the basics of system applications and popular computer programs.

Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students should be familiar with basic computer operations like using a mouse and keyboard.

Key Words: System applications, Microsoft Office, Encarta, Mavis Beacon, system games.

Behavioural Objectives:

1. By the end of the lesson, students should be able to define system applications and give examples.
2. Students should identify the functions of Microsoft Office, Encarta, and Mavis Beacon.
3. Students should understand the purpose of system games.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Basic computer literacy

Learning Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Computer with projector
• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Computer Studies Textbook Book 3

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
• Computer Studies Textbook Book 3

Content:

Meaning of System Applications, Microsoft Office, Encarta, Mavis Beacon, and System Games Computer Studies IT

1. System Applications: These are special programs on a computer that help us do different tasks.
   • Example: Microsoft Office helps us write letters, make presentations, and do calculations.
2. Microsoft Office: It’s like a toolbox for writing, making presentations, and doing math on a computer.
   • Example: You use Microsoft Word to write letters, PowerPoint to make presentations, and Excel to do math.
3. Encarta: It’s like a big book inside the computer with lots of information about different things.
   • Example: If you want to learn about animals or countries, you can find information in Encarta.
4. Mavis Beacon: It’s like a friendly teacher inside the computer who helps us learn how to type faster and better.
   • Example: When you practice typing with Mavis Beacon, you become better at using the keyboard.
5. System Games: These are fun games we can play on the computer to have fun and sometimes learn new things.
   • Example: Math games like Math Blaster or word games like Word Munchers are system games. 🎮

Remember, system applications, like Microsoft Office and Encarta, help us do work and learn, while Mavis Beacon helps us learn typing, and system games are for fun and sometimes learning too! 😊

Evaluation

1. System applications are special programs on a computer that help us do __________ tasks. a) cooking b) different c) sleeping d) dancing
2. Microsoft Office is like a toolbox for writing, making presentations, and doing __________. a) math b) drawing c) singing d) swimming
3. Encarta is like a big book inside the computer with lots of information about __________ things. a) cooking b) different c) sleeping d) dancing
4. Mavis Beacon is a friendly teacher inside the computer who helps us learn how to __________. a) cook b) type c) swim d) dance
5. System games are fun games we can play on the computer to have fun and sometimes __________ new things. a) forget b) remember c) learn d) eat
6. Microsoft Office helps us write letters, make __________, and do calculations. a) drawings b) presentations c) paintings d) sculptures
7. Encarta has lots of information about animals, countries, and __________. a) cars b) colors c) continents d) candies
8. Mavis Beacon helps us become better at using the __________. a) mouse b) keyboard c) printer d) monitor
9. System games can be about math, words, or __________. a) sports b) music c) cooking d) dancing
10. Microsoft Word is part of __________. a) Encarta b) Mavis Beacon c) Microsoft Office d) System Games
11. Encarta is like a big __________ inside the computer. a) toy b) book c) animal d) fruit
12. Mavis Beacon helps us learn how to __________ faster. a) draw b) type c) sing d) dance
13. System games are for __________ and sometimes learning too! a) sleeping b) cooking c) fun d) cleaning
14. PowerPoint is part of __________. a) Mavis Beacon b) System Games c) Microsoft Office d) Encarta
15. System applications, like Microsoft Office and Encarta, help us do __________ and learn. a) work b) sleep c) eat d) play

Presentation

1. Revision of previous topic: The teacher revises the previous topic which was “Introduction to Basic Computer Operations” by asking questions like, “What are the basic operations you can do on a computer?” Computer Studies ICT Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes
2. Introduction of the new topic: The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining that today we will learn about different types of computer programs called system applications and examples like Microsoft Office, Encarta, Mavis Beacon, and system games.
3. Teacher’s Activities:
   • Define system applications and provide examples.
   • Explain the functions of Microsoft Office, Encarta, and Mavis Beacon.
   • Discuss the purpose of system games.
4. Learners’ Activities:
   • Listen attentively to the teacher’s explanation.
   • Participate in discussions by asking questions and providing examples.
   • Take notes in their notebooks.

Assessment:

• Observation during class discussions and activities.
• Written assessment: Ten evaluation questions related to the topic.

 Evaluation :

1. What are system applications?
2. Give two examples of system applications.
3. What is the purpose of Microsoft Office?
4. Name one program in Microsoft Office for making presentations.
5. What type of information can you find in Encarta?
6. Who is Mavis Beacon?
7. What skill does Mavis Beacon help us improve?
8. What are system games?
9. Can system games help us learn new things? (Yes/No)
10. Give one example of a system game.

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes round to mark students’ participation and written responses.
• Summarize the main points of the lesson.
• Provide feedback on students’ performance and address any questions or concerns they may have