Applications of IT in Everyday Life

Lesson Plan: Applications of IT in Everyday Life

Subject: Information Technology
Class: Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS 1)
Term: Third Term
Week: Week 1
Age: 10-13 years
Topic: Applications of IT in Everyday Life
Sub-theme: Basic Knowledge of Information Technology
Duration: 40 minutes

Performance Objective

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

1. State the uses of IT in daily activities.
2. Explain how IT is used in communication, tuning, and control.
3. Describe how IT impacts their daily lives.

Keywords

• Information Technology (IT): Use of computers and electronic systems for various purposes.
• Communication: Sharing information through technology (e.g., phones, emails).
• Tuning and Control: Adjusting systems and machines using IT.

Set Induction

The teacher begins the lesson by asking:

• “How many of you use a smartphone or watch television at home?”
• “Do you know how these devices help us in our daily lives?”
  This leads to a brief discussion about devices students are familiar with.

Entry Behavior

Students have basic knowledge of electronic devices like televisions, radios, and mobile phones.

Learning Resources and Materials

1. Charts illustrating IT applications in everyday life.
2. Video clips showing the uses of IT in communication, tuning, and control.
3. Pictures of devices like:
   • Televisions
   • Video players
   • CD-ROMs

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Students are reminded of how they use devices like phones or televisions to communicate or for entertainment.

Embedded Core Skills

1. Critical Thinking
2. Digital Literacy
3. Collaboration

Reference Materials

1. Lagos State Scheme of Work.
2. Approved Information Technology textbooks.

Content Outline

1. Definition of Information Technology (IT):
   IT refers to the use of computers and other electronic systems to store, retrieve, transmit, and manipulate data.
2. Applications of IT in Everyday Life:
   • Communication:
     • Emails
     • Mobile phones
     • Social media platforms
   • Tuning and Control:
     • Adjusting television channels
     • Remote controls for air conditioners
     • Automated systems like traffic lights

Teacher’s Activities

1. Prepare charts showing examples of IT applications in daily life.
2. Display video clips of IT being used in communication, tuning, and control.
3. Explain each application using relatable examples.

Students’ Activities

1. Watch video clips attentively.
2. Note down how IT influences daily lives.
3. Participate in discussions and give examples of devices they use.

Teaching and Learning Resources

• Charts
• Videos
• Pictures of devices (Television, Video, CD-ROM)

Assessment/Evaluation

1. Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:
   1. IT stands for ________ Technology.
      • a) Integrated
      • b) Information
      • c) Intelligent
      • d) Interactive
   2. An example of IT in communication is ________.
      • a) Traffic lights
      • b) Emails
      • c) Televisions
      • d) Remote controls

   (Total: 15 questions to be prepared.)

2. Class Discussion:
   • How do you use IT at home?
   • Why is IT important in daily life?
3. Practical Task:
   • List 5 devices in your home that use IT.

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. IT stands for ________.
   • a) Integrated Technology
   • b) Intelligent Technology
   • c) Information Technology
   • d) Interactive Technology
2. An example of IT used for communication is ________.
   • a) Washing machine
   • b) Email
   • c) Television
   • d) CD-ROM
3. ________ is used to adjust television channels.
   • a) Mobile phone
   • b) CD-ROM
   • c) Remote control
   • d) Calculator
4. IT helps in ________ by making traffic lights work automatically.
   • a) Communication
   • b) Tuning and control
   • c) Cooking
   • d) Shopping
5. A ________ is an example of IT in entertainment.
   • a) Radio
   • b) Microwave
   • c) Traffic light
   • d) Washing machine
6. The use of IT in ________ includes making phone calls and sending texts.
   • a) Tuning
   • b) Entertainment
   • c) Communication
   • d) Education
7. CD-ROM is an example of IT used for ________.
   • a) Playing music
   • b) Writing notes
   • c) Adjusting the air conditioner
   • d) Watching videos
8. ________ is an example of a device that uses IT.
   • a) Traffic light
   • b) Hammer
   • c) Bicycle
   • d) Notebook
9. Social media platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook are examples of IT in ________.
   • a) Communication
   • b) Tuning
   • c) Agriculture
   • d) Manufacturing
10. A ________ is used to store and retrieve information in IT.
    • a) Calculator
    • b) Computer
    • c) Remote
    • d) Mobile phone
11. IT can be used to control ________ systems in buildings.
    • a) Plumbing
    • b) Automated lighting
    • c) Traffic lights
    • d) Cars
12. Watching movies on a ________ is an example of IT in entertainment.
    • a) Computer
    • b) CD-ROM
    • c) Mobile phone
    • d) All of the above
13. ________ is an example of IT used in offices for communication.
    • a) Microwaves
    • b) Fax machines
    • c) Calculators
    • d) Refrigerators
14. A ________ is an IT device used for storing and playing videos.
    • a) Remote control
    • b) Video player
    • c) Television
    • d) Traffic light
15. IT makes it possible to share information quickly through ________.
    • a) Social media
    • b) Radio
    • c) Hammer
    • d) Notebook

15 Frequently Asked Questions with Answers

1. What does IT stand for?
   • IT stands for Information Technology.
2. How is IT used in communication?
   • IT is used for sending emails, making phone calls, and using social media platforms like WhatsApp.
3. What are examples of IT in tuning and control?
   • Examples include remote controls, automated traffic lights, and air conditioning systems.
4. Can IT be used in education?
   • Yes, IT is used for online learning, virtual classrooms, and educational videos.
5. How does IT help in entertainment?
   • IT is used in devices like televisions, CD-ROMs, and computers for watching movies, listening to music, and playing games.
6. What is a CD-ROM?
   • A CD-ROM is a device used to store and play digital files such as videos and music.
7. What are examples of IT devices?
   • Examples include computers, mobile phones, televisions, and remote controls.
8. Why is IT important in daily life?
   • IT simplifies communication, enhances entertainment, and automates systems for convenience.
9. What is the role of IT in offices?
   • IT is used for communication, document storage, and managing data through computers and networks.
10. How does IT influence transportation?
    • IT controls traffic lights, GPS systems, and automated ticketing.
11. What devices use IT at home?
    • Devices include televisions, air conditioners, and smartphones.
12. What are examples of IT in healthcare?
    • IT is used for patient records, diagnostic machines, and telemedicine.
13. How does IT impact the environment?
    • IT can help monitor and reduce energy usage through smart systems.
14. What are social media platforms?
    • Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter are IT tools used for communication and sharing information.
15. What is the future of IT?
    • The future of IT involves advancements in artificial intelligence, automation, and virtual reality.

Conclusion

The teacher summarizes the lesson by emphasizing the importance of IT in communication, tuning, and control. The students are asked to write a paragraph on how IT makes life easier.