Basic Computer Skills Coding and Robotics Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2
Lesson Plan: Coding/Robotics Primary 3 First Term, Week 2
Subject: Coding/Robotics
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 2
Age: 7 years
Topic: Basic Computer Skills
Sub-topic: Identifying Computer Parts and Their Functions
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify basic parts of a computer.
- Explain the functions of different computer parts.
- Demonstrate how to use a mouse and keyboard.
- Turn a computer on and off properly.
Keywords
- Computer
- Monitor
- Keyboard
- Mouse
- CPU
Set Induction
Ask pupils if they have used a computer before and what they use it for. Show a picture of a computer.
Entry Behavior
Pupils have seen or used electronic devices like tablets or smartphones.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Pictures of computer parts
- Actual computer (if available)
- Flashcards with computer parts names and pictures
- Video showing basic computer operations
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
Discuss how computers are similar to other electronic devices they use, like tablets.
Embedded Core Skills
- Observation
- Identification
- Basic operations
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Instructional charts
Reference Books
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 3
Instructional Materials
- Pictures of computer parts
- Flashcards
- Videos
Content
Identifying Computer Parts and Their Functions
- Monitor: The screen where we see things.
- Example: Watching videos, playing games.
- Keyboard: Used for typing letters and numbers.
- Example: Typing a name.
- Mouse: Used to click and select items on the screen.
- Example: Clicking on a game icon.
- CPU (Central Processing Unit): The brain of the computer.
- Example: It runs the programs.
- Turning On and Off a Computer:
- Press the power button to turn on.
- Shut down from the menu to turn off.
Evaluation
- The ______ shows what we see on the computer. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- We use the ______ to type letters. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) screen
- The ______ helps us click on things. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- The ______ is like the brain of the computer. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- We press the ______ button to turn on the computer. (a) mouse (b) power (c) keyboard (d) screen
- To type a name, we use the ______. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- We click on icons with the ______. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- The screen is called the ______. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- The ______ runs the programs in a computer. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- To turn off the computer, we use the ______ menu. (a) power (b) shut down (c) start (d) click
- The ______ is used to see pictures and videos. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- The ______ is used to type messages. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- Clicking is done with the ______. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- The ______ is very important for running programs. (a) monitor (b) mouse (c) keyboard (d) CPU
- We press the power button to ______ the computer. (a) run (b) type (c) click (d) turn on
Class Activity Discussion
- Q: What is a monitor?
A: A monitor is the screen where we see things on the computer. - Q: What is the function of a keyboard?
A: A keyboard is used for typing letters and numbers. - Q: How do we use a mouse?
A: A mouse is used to click and select items on the screen. - Q: What is the CPU?
A: The CPU is the brain of the computer that runs programs. - Q: How do we turn on a computer?
A: We press the power button to turn on the computer. - Q: What do we use to type a name?
A: We use the keyboard to type a name. - Q: How do we click on a game icon?
A: We use the mouse to click on a game icon. - Q: What shows pictures and videos on a computer?
A: The monitor shows pictures and videos. - Q: What part of the computer is like its brain?
A: The CPU is like the brain of the computer. - Q: How do we turn off a computer properly?
A: We use the shut down menu to turn off the computer properly. - Q: What part of the computer do we look at?
A: We look at the monitor. - Q: What do we press to type letters?
A: We press keys on the keyboard to type letters. - Q: What helps us to move the cursor on the screen?
A: The mouse helps us move the cursor. - Q: What runs the software on the computer?
A: The CPU runs the software. - Q: How do we start the computer?
A: We start the computer by pressing the power button.
Presentation
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, “Introduction to Coding and Robotics.”
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Basic Computer Skills.”
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and the teacher corrects the pupils when and where necessary.
Teacher’s Activities
- Show pictures and real examples of computer parts.
- Explain the functions of each computer part.
- Demonstrate how to use a mouse and keyboard.
- Show how to turn a computer on and off.
Learners’ Activities
- Identify parts of a computer from pictures.
- Practice using a mouse and keyboard.
- Participate in turning a computer on and off.
Assessment
- Pupils will answer 10 evaluation questions related to the topic.
10 Evaluation Questions
- What is a monitor?
- What is a keyboard used for?
- How do we use a mouse?
- What is the CPU?
- How do we turn on a computer?
- What do we use to type names?
- How do we click on icons?
- What part of the computer shows videos?
- What runs the programs in a computer?
- How do we turn off a computer?
Conclusion
The teacher goes round to mark the pupils’ work and does the necessary corrections.
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