COMPUTER STUDIES LESSON PLANS G8 by Phiri D PDF

MINISTRY OF GENERAL EDUCATION
MUFURILA SECONDARY SCHOOL

LESSON PLAN
TS NO 2020001
TEACHER ASA AMOS
GRADE: 8 DURATION: 80 min
TOPIC: Introduction to Computer studies NO OF GIRLS: 30
SUB-TOPIC: Terminologies NO OF BOYS: 20
T/L AIDS: CHALK BOARD, RULER & CHARTS TOTAL: 50

REFERENCES: COMPUTER STUDIES BK 8
RATIONALE: This is lesson number one on Terminologies in Computer studies. Teacher Exposition, Question and
answer and class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about computers.
The skill of identifying different types of terminologies used in computer studies .They will gain value of Awareness of
different types of terminologies in computer studies
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have ideas about the topic being taught
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES: (LSBAT):
(i) Define a computer
(ii) Define the terms Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
(iii) Explain the meaning of the terms :hardware, software, Information, communication and others
LESSON DEVELOPMENT
STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS METHOD TIME

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
TERMINOLOGIES
a) Computer
b) Hardware Teacher asks Pupils define Question 2 min
c) Software pupils to try to some terms & Answer
d) Data define the
e) Information terminologies
ICT: stands for Information
communication technology
a) COMPUTER :
 This is an electronic device that is Teacher
Pupils listen to Teachers
able to input, process data, store explains the the teachers Exposition 8min
data and output information. terminologies explanations
 A computer is an electronic device

that manipulates information, or
data. It has the ability to store,
retrieve and process data.
b) HARDWARE
 Computer Hardware is
the Teacher jots Pupils listen Teachers
physical parts or components down main and copy brief exposition
points on the notes in their
of a computer. board books
 These are computer
components that one can see,
touch and feel.
 Hardware: The term hardware

refers to the physical
components of your computer
such as mouse, keyboard,
monitor, CPU(system case),
Teacher gives Pupils Discussion 30min
RAM
some participate
SOFTWARE examples and ask Methods
questions
 Computer Software is a part of
a computer system that
c)
consists of data or computer
instructions that consist of data
or computer instructions.
 Computer software is a
collection of instructions that
enable the user to interact with Teacher asks
the computer, its hardware, or random Pupils answer
questions to the teachers Individual 10min
perform tasks. check on questions work
d) DATA pupils
Unprocessed information which is not understanding
meaningful
e)
INFORMATION
Is processed data which has become
meaningful and useful to the user.
CONCLUSION
Teacher emphasizes on the main points of
the lesson
EXERCISE/ HOME WORK/ASSIGNMENT [30 min]
Briefly define the following terminologies

a) Computer b) Hardware c) Software d) Data e) ICT
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LESSON PLAN
TS NO….……………
TIME:………………..
TOPIC: Introduction to Computer studies NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Terminologies NO OF BOYS: …..
T/L AIDS: CHALK BOARD, RULER & CHARTS TOTAL: ……..……..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number two on Terminologies in Computer studies. Teacher Exposition, Question and
answer and class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about computers.
The skill of identifying different types of terminologies used in computer studies .They will gain value of Awareness of
different types of terminologies in computer studies
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have knowledge from the previous lesson on the terminologies in computers
studies
i) Define peripherals
ii) List different examples of computer peripherals iii)
Explain the meaning of the terms :Byte, Bit,
KB and others
ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
RECAP ON PREVIOUS LESSON
Introduction to Computers-Terminologies
Explanation & Definition of: Teacher asks Pupils define Question 2 min
 Information and Communication
Technology (ICT). pupils to try to some terms & Answer
 Information Technology (IT) define the
 Data Processing terminologies
i) Peripheral Devices: A peripheral

device is a piece of equipment that
can be connected to a computer
for the purpose of data input, Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers
output or both. Peripheral devices explains the the teachers Exposition 8min
are used by human beings to terminologies explanations
communicate with the Central
Processing Unit (CPU) of the
computer. Examples are
keyboard, joystick, external CD,
Monitor, printer, internet modem,
Scanner, speakers, mouse,
Handheld etc.
ii) P.D.A (Personal Digital Teacher jots Pupils listen Teachers
Assistant): It is down main and copy brief exposition
a handheld personal computer like points on the notes in their
board books
a mobile handheld device that
provides computing and
information storage and retrieval
capabilities for personal or
business use, calendars etc.
iii) BIT is binary digits that are 0 or 1.

The
smallest unit of storage.
iv) BYTE: is the unit of storage Teacher gives Pupils Discussion

capacity some examples participate
and ask Methods 30min
which is equivalent to 8 bits
questions
v) KB (Kilobytes): which is
equivalent to
1000 bits
vi) MB (Megabytes): It is a
measurement of
storage capacity equivalent to 0ne
million bits.
vii) GB Gigabytes: It a measurement Teacher asks

of random Individual 10min
Pupils answer
storage capacity of the unit bit questions to the teachers work
equivalent to 1000, 000, 000 bits check on pupils questions
understanding
viii) MHz (Megahertz): This is a

measurement
of frequency equivalent to one
million per second.
ix) GHz (Gigahertz) is a

measurement of
frequency equivalent to one
thousand million per cycle..
CONCLUSION
Teacher emphasizes on the main points of
the lesson
Briefly define the following terminologies
b) Computer peripherals b) byte c) bit d) MB

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LESSON PLAN
TS NO….……………
TIME:………………..
TOPIC: Computers NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Types of computers NO OF BOYS: …..
T/L AIDS: COMPUTERS,PROJECTORS,CHALK BOARD, & CHARTS TOTAL: ……..……..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number one on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about computers. The skill of identifying
different types of computers .learners will gain value of Awareness of different types of in computers.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have ideas about some types of computers like laptops and desktops.
1. Describe the different types of a computer
2. State the characteristics of computers
3. Identify a computer as a general purpose machine that operates under different sets of
instructions for various uses

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
List of the most common types of Teacher asks Pupils define Question 2 min
computers: pupils to try to some terms & Answer
list common
• Desktop computer/personal
types of
computer (PC)
computers
• Laptop computer (portable
computer)
• Personal Digital Assistant
(PDA) Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min
• Mainframe computer explains the the teachers Exposition
characteristics explanations
Characteristics of the different types of
computers
Personal computer (PC)
• Fast , less expensive and

getting
cheaper by the day
• Typical users: Home user,
Doctors , Education
Laptop computer
• Laptop as PC in capacity Teacher jots Pupils listen Teachers
down main and copy brief exposition
• It is portable computer
• Expensive than PC board books
• Typical Users: Business users
Personal digital assistant
(PDA)
Teacher gives Pupils Discussion 30min
some participate
examples and ask Methods
questions
 Much smaller storage capacity

compared
to a PC
• Small enough to held in the palm
of hand
Teacher asks Pupils answer Individual 10min
• Typical users: Business user  random the teachers work
Example: Mobile phone. questions to questions
check on
Mainframe computer pupils
• Very powerful computer and it understanding
often connected to many

individual PCs over network
• Faster than PCs, used for

processing
large amounts of data as salaries
• Very expensive
 Typical Users: Banks and Building
societies, Insurance
CONCLUSION
Types of computers
 Super Computers, Mainframe
Computers,
 Mini- Computers, Micro Computers,
Notebooks/Laptops
1. Describe the different types of a computer

2. State the characteristics of any three types of computers
3. Identify a computer as a general purpose machine that operates under different sets of
instructions for various uses
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
SUBJECT: COMPUTER STUDIES TIME:……………….. GRADE:
8 DURATION: 80 min TOPIC:
Computers NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Main parts of a Computer NO OF BOYS: …..
T/L AIDS: COMPUTERS, PROJECTORS, CHALK BOARD, & CHARTS TOTAL: ……..……..
RATIONALE: This is lesson number two on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
different parts of a computers .learners will gain value of Awareness of different types of in computers.
1. List the main parts of a computer
2. Define the main parts of a computer
3. List down the most commonly used computer hardware

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
Recall on the previous lesson Teacher asks Pupils define Question 2 min
pupils to try to some terms & Answer
Most common types of computers:
list common
• Desktop computer/personal types of
computer (PC) computers
• Laptop computer (portable

computer)
• Personal Digital Assistant
(PDA)
• Mainframe computer Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min
explains the the teachers Exposition
PARTS OF A COMPUTER
parts of a explanations
(a) (i) Hardware
computer
(ii) Software
Hardware Software
Hardware: The term hardware refers to the

physical
components of your computer such as Teacher jots Pupils listen Teachers 30min
mouse, keyboard, monitor, CPU (system down main and copy brief exposition
case), RAM points on the notes in their
board books
Software: Computer software is simply the
instructions given to the hardware to carry
out the actual work. In other words, software
is a general term for all computer programs.
(b) The most commonly used computer Teacher gives Pupils Discussion 10min
hardware are: some examples participate
 Keyboard and ask Methods
questions
 Mouse
 Central Processing Unit
 Monitor
 Sound card,
 Mother board,
 Printer,
 Scanner,
 Uninterrupted Power Supply.
 Microphone
 Digital camera,
 Speakers
Teacher asks
random Pupils answer Individual
CONCLUSION
questions to the teachers work
check on pupils questions
Teacher demonstrates and shows hardware
understanding
parts of a computer
1. List the main parts of a computer

2. Define the main parts of a computer
3. List down the most commonly used computer hardware
PUPIL EVALUATION
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TEACHER EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
Computers NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Main parts of a Computer NO OF BOYS: …..
RATIONALE: This is lesson number three on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
different parts of a computers .learners will gain value of Awareness of different types of in computers.
1. Explain & Define Software
2. Define Operating Systems and Application Software
3. List examples of Operating System e.g. Ms DOS, Windows 95,98,2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows
8, LINUX,UNIX, Ubuntu, Macintosh etc

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
Recall on the previous lesson Teacher asks Pupils recall Question 2 min
PARTS OF A COMPUTER
recall on the
(c) (i) Hardware
parts of
(iii) Software
computers
Hardware: The term hardware refers to the

physical components of your computer such
as mouse, keyboard, monitor, CPU (system
case), RAM

instructions given to the hardware to carry
out the actual work. In other words, software
is a general term for all computer programs.
Two types of software:
The two main types of software are

systems software and the
applications software.
What is systems software? Teacher Pupils listen Teachers 8min
This is the type of software used by explains in to the Exposition
the computer to accomplish tasks of details to the teachers
general nature. These tasks are learners explanations
often contrasted from those
performed by the person using the
computer. Therefore, systems
software is the software which
operates the hardware system of the
computer. It is the one which really
makes a computer to be an
automatic machine. It is also called
the operating system.
Teacher jots Pupils listen Teachers 30min
Functions of systems software
down main and copy brief exposition
 Controlling the internal function of
the computer
board books
 Controlling devices connected to the
CPU  Acting as a platform for
applications software.
Examples of operating system software:

MS DOS, Windows 95, 98, 2000, Teacher gives Pupils Discussion 10min
XP, vista, windows 7, windows 8, some participate
LINUX, UNIX, Ubuntu, Macintosh examples and ask Methods
etc. questions
What is application software?

This is the software in a computer
used by people to accomplish
specific tasks. Whereas systems
software is directed towards the
computer hardware in general,
applications software is directed
towards the user.
Examples of application software.

Word processors (Ms word), Open
The most Office
commonly used application
software
(utilities) Writer, Spreadsheet (Ms Excel),
Open Office
Presentation, database, Publisher,
games etc
Word processing[creating letters Teacher asks Pupils answer Individual
– faxes– Memos––producing catalogue random the teachers work
containing
Computer graphics
software –business document] questions to questions
• Systems Software (operating system) check on
• • pupils
•
Excel Spreadsheet[Charts–
financial projection
–working with budgets]
Access database
[sort large
amount of information
– creating list of
contact details] understanding
Application Software
(utilities)
Sets up the look and feelpresentation
PowerPoint of your [create
overhead projections slides]
computer interface
Control the hardware and software of
your computer
• Web browsing
[View web pages
]
MS DOS, Windows 95, 98, 2000, XP,
vista,
CONCLUSION
windows 7, windows 8, LINUX,
Teacher demonstrates and shows software
parts of a computer
1. Explain & Define Software?

2. Define Operating Systems and Application Software?
3. List examples of Operating Systems ?
PUPIL EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
8 DURATION: 80 min
SUB-TOPIC: Components of a Computer NO OF BOYS: …..
RATIONALE: This is lesson number four on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about components of a computer. The skill
of identifying different parts of a computers .learners will gain value of Awareness of different types of in computers.
1. Define the term CPU
2. State the components of a computer
3. List the three basic operations of a computer system

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
instructions given to the hardware to carry recall on the
out the actual work. In other words, software parts of
is a general term for all computer programs. computers
Central Processing Unit (CPU) is an Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min

electronic circuitry within a computer that explains in the teachers Exposition
details to the explanations
carries out the instructions of a computer
learners
program by performing the basic arithmetic,
logical, control of input/output devices.
Input devices: - is any hardware device that
sends data to a computer, allowing you to
interact with and control the computer.
Examples are the Keyboard and the mouse.
Storage devices: - These are computer Teacher jots Pupils listen Teachers 30min
equipment on which information can be down main and copy brief exposition
stored. E.g. Hard drive, Flash drive, board
books
Compact disc etc.
Output devices: - are devices used to send

data from a computer to another device or
user.
CONCLUSION Teacher gives Pupils Discussion 10min

some examples participate
Three basic operations of a computer and ask Methods
system questions
 Input
 Processing
 Output
Diagram of
computer
a system
Computer
system
Teacher asks
questions to the teachers work
Input Processing Output check on pupils questions
The components computer
of (computer understanding
a basic operations
to parts )
Input:- Information and programs are

entered into the computer system
through input devices such as key
boards, disks or through networking
with other computers.
Processing:- The CPU sometimes

called the control unit directs the
operation of the input and output
devices.
Output:- these devices display

information on the screen (monitor) or
the printers and sends information to
other computers.

PUPIL EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
8 DURATION: 80 min
SUB-TOPIC: Components of a Computer NO OF BOYS: …..
RATIONALE: This is lesson number four on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about components of a computer. The skill
of identifying different parts of a computers .learners will gain value of Awareness of different types of in computers.

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
instructions given to the hardware to carry recall on the
out the actual work. In other words, software parts of
is a general term for all computer programs. computers
Central Processing Unit (CPU) is an Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min

electronic circuitry within a computer that explains in the teachers Exposition
carries out the instructions of a computer
learners
program by performing the basic arithmetic,
logical, control of input/output devices.
Input devices: - is any hardware device that
sends data to a computer, allowing you to
interact with and control the computer.
Examples are the Keyboard and the mouse.
Storage devices: - These are computer

equipment on
which information can be stored. E.g. Hard Teacher jots Pupils listen Teachers
drive, Flash drive, Compact disc etc. down main and copy brief exposition 30min
Output devices: - are devices used to send board books
data from a computer to another device or
user.
CONCLUSION
Three basic operations of a computer

Teacher gives Pupils Discussion
system
some examples participate 10min
 Input
 Processing and ask Methods
 Output questions
Diagram computer
of
a system
Computer
system
Input Processing Output Teacher asks

The components of a computer questions to work
the teachers
(computer
to parts )
basic operations check on pupils questions
understanding
Input:- Information and programs are

devices.

other computers.

PUPIL EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
SUBJECT: COMPUTER STUDIES TIME:………………..
SUB-TOPIC: Input Devices NO OF BOYS: …..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number five on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about input devices of a computer. The
skill of identifying different parts of a computers .learners will gain value of Awareness of different types of input devices.
1. Define the term input device
2. List the most commonly used input devices
3. State the functions of input devices.

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
Three basic operations of a computer system
recall on the
 Input
parts of
 Processing
computers
 Output
Input: - Information and programs are


devices.

other computers.
The most commonly used input devices Teacher Pupils listen Teachers 8min
digital camera explains in to the Exposition
details to the teachers
learners explanations
Keyboard
Pupils listen Teachers

and copy brief exposition 30min
Web cam
notes in their
books
Mous
e
Joy stick
Scanner
Microphone
The use of the mouse and keyboard input

devices. Keyboard: A keyboard is an input
10min
device that contains keys [buttons] that the Teacher jots Pupils Discussion
down main participate
user presses to enter data into a computer
keyboard have 101 to 105 keys. points on the and ask Methods
board questions
Mouse: A mouse is a pointing device that fits

under the palm of one’s hand. Pointing
devices minimize the amount of typing a user
has to do.
LESSON CONCLUSION Teacher asks Practice on the Practical 15min

random uses of Method
Teachers demonstrates practically using input questions to input devices & Demos
devices on the computers check on pupils
understanding
1. Define the term input device

2. List at least three (3) most commonly used input devices
3. State the functions of three input devices listed in Q2
PUPIL EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
SUBJECT: COMPUTER STUDIES TIME:………………..
SUB-TOPIC: Central Processing Unit NO OF BOYS: …..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number five on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about the CPU. The skill of identifying
different parts of a computers .learners will gain value of Awareness of the CPU.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have ideas about computers functions like laptops and desktops.
1) Define the term CPU
2) Describe the basic functions of the CPU
3) State the components of the CPU
4) State the functions of the control unit (CU)

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1
The use of the mouse and keyboard input
recall on the
devices. Keyboard: A keyboard is an input parts of
device that contains keys [buttons] that the computers
user presses to enter data into a computer
keyboard have 101 to 105 keys.
Mouse: A mouse is a pointing device that

fits under the palm of one’s hand. Pointing
devices minimize the amount of typing a
user has to do.
The central processing unit (CPU)

Is used by the computer to process
information?
The basic functions of the CPU
 Processing data
 It determines how fast your
computer will run.
 It is responsible for performing
operations on input to produce
output in a systematic manner.
 The processor is responsible
for overall control of all the
components of the computer.
The components of the CPU
 Control unit Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min
 Arithmetic logic unit (ALU)  explains in the teachers Exposition
On board cache. details to the explanations
learners
The functions of the control unit (CU)
 Stimulates and coordinates
all the activities of a computer.
 It fetches data from the ram for
processing by the ALU.
 By controlling the running of
the program instructions, the
control unit of CPU maintains
order and directs the
operation of the entire system.
 It acts a central nervous
system for the data
manipulating components.
 It also interprets the individual
instructions that comprise the
computer program. These
instructions are in a language
called machine code (pattern Pupils listen
of zeros and ones). Teacher writes and copy brief Teachers 15min
brief notes on notes in their exposition
The functions of the ALU the board books
 This is the component of a
CPU that handles all the
computational jobs of a
computer.
 The ALU acts a calculator,

performing arithmetic
operations such as addition,
subtraction, multiplication,
division and logical
comparisons such as deciding
whether two numbers are
equal.
Values are used to measure the speed of

the CPU
The speed of the CPU is measured in
either Gigahertz (GHz) or Megahertz
(MHz). For example
 1 Megahertz is 1000,000 hertz,
which means the CPU performs 1
million actions per second.
• 1 Gigabytes is 1000,000,000
which means the CPU performs 1
billion actions per second.
• Today modern CPU run at the
speed of 2.8 GHz meaning it can
perform
2,800,000,000 actions per second.
Unit of processing
These are measurements of rates of

frequency
The steps to follow when checking the

CPU speed
using Windows: Teacher puts Pupils
1. Click on the Start menu pupils in small participate Discussion 10min
2. Go to option Computer groups to and ask
3. After selection the option discuss some questions Methods
Computer you move or take points on the
your cursor on the blank area board
of your computer.
4. Then right click on the blank
area of your window and select
the last option which is
properties.
5. You will be able to check the
CPU speed of your computer.
The factors that determine computer Teacher asks Learners Practical 25min
performance random responds to Method
questions to the teachers & Demos
 Free space on Hard disk check on pupils questions
 Capacity of RAM understanding
 Speed of CPU
 Quality of equipment’s is
installed on PC
 Number of application running
LESSON CONCLUSION
Teachers emphasizes on the main points of the
lesson
1) Define the term CPU
2) Describe the basic functions of the CPU
3) State the components of the CPU
4) State the functions of the control unit (CU)
PUPIL EVALUATION
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MINISTRY OF GENERAL EDUCATION ______________
SECONDARY SCHOOL
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….…………… SUBJECT: COMPUTER STUDIES TIME:
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LESSON PLAN

SUB-TOPIC: Computer Memory NO OF BOYS: …..
RATIONALE: This is lesson number six on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and class/group
discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about computer memory. The skill of
identifying memory parts of a computer .learners will gain value of Awareness about computer memory.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have basic ideas about computers functions.
1) Define the term primary memory of a computer
2) Explain the various types of primary memory
3) State the functions of the various types of primary memory control units

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 Recall on the previous lesson
The central processing unit (CPU) Teacher asks Pupils recall Question 2 min
Is used by the computer to process
information? recall on the
parts of
The basic functions of the CPU computers
 Processing data
 It determines how fast your
computer will run.
 It is responsible for performing
operations on input to produce
output in a systematic manner.
 The processor is responsible
for overall control of all the
components of the computer.
The primary memory of a computer Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min
explains in the teachers Exposition
Primary Memory is computer memory that a details to the explanations
processor or computer accesses first or learners
directly. It allows the processor to access
running execution application and services
that are temporarily stored in a specific
memory location. It is also known as the
Main Memory.
It is memory that is intimately
associated with the actual working of
the computer. This includes memory
that holds start -up routines as well
the current program and data it is
working with.
The various types of primary memory:

Teacher writes Pupils listen Teachers 15min
Random Access Memory (R.A.M): This is brief notes on and copy brief exposition
a form of computer storage which stores the board notes in their
data and machine code currently being books
used. RAM memory is volatile; this means
that the memory loses data when power is
switched off. Because of this, it is advisable
to save your work on the disc say every 10-
20 minutes when you are typing a large
document on your computer.
Teacher puts Pupils Discussion 10min
Read Only Memory (ROM):This is a built in pupils in small participate
computer memory containing data that groups to and ask Methods
normally can only be read, not written to or
changed in any way. It is permanent memory discuss questions
and non- volatile. This type of memory does
not lose data when power is switched off.
On-board-catch memory
This is a very high speed memory that the
control unit can access very quickly and use
for intermediate storage. Further, data and
instructions can be loaded into the cache
before they are actually needed. When they
are needed, the transfer is much faster than
it would have been if RAM had been used. It
is referred to as, memory in waiting e.g. Teacher asks Learners Practical 25min
SECONDARY SCHOOL
DATE:………………..
………………..
when you press print, it will ask for how random Practice on Method
many copies. questions to what they & Demos
check on pupils have learnt
LESSON CONCLUSION
understanding
lesson
1) Define the term primary memory of a

computer 2) Explain the various types of
primary memory
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TEACHER EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
TOPIC: Storage Devices NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Computer storage devices NO OF BOYS: …..
T/L AIDS: COMPUTERS, FLASH DISK, CD, FLOPPY DISKS & CHARTS TOTAL: ……..……..
RATIONALE: This is lesson number one lesson on Storage devices. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and
class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about storage devices. The
skill of identifying storage devices of a computer .learners will gain value of Awareness about computer storage devices.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have basic ideas about computers functions.
4) Define the term Storage
5) Explain the various types of storage devices
6) State the importance of storage devices

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 Recall on the previous lesson
The various types of primary memory: Teacher asks Pupils recall Question 2 min
Random Access Memory (R.A.M): This is pupils to try to some terms & Answer
a form of computer storage which stores recall on the
data and machine code currently being parts of
used.
computers
Read Only Memory (ROM):This is a built in
computer memory containing data that
normally can only be read, not written to or
changed in any way.
Storage
Storage is a process/method of keep
data,instructions and information for future
use/permanently.
Storage devices Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min
This is Computer equipment on which explains in the teachers Exposition
information can be stored. E.g. Hard drive, details to the explanations
Flash drive, Compact disc etc These are learners
pieces of hardware that holds the storage
media, such as Floppy Disk Drive, Hard
Drives, CDROM, DVD ROM, and Tape
Drive Two types of storage devices:
Internal storage or primary storage
These are storage devices that are found
inside the computer case and are referred to
as Internal Hard Drive.
External storage devices or secondary
storage These are devices that temporarily
store information for transporting computer
to computer and are not
SECONDARY SCHOOL
DATE:………………..
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permanently fixed inside a computer. Teacher writes Pupils listen Teachers 15min
Examples such as Memory Card Reader, brief notes on and copy brief exposition
USB Flash memory, External Optical Drives, the board notes in their
Zip Drive.
books
Reasons why primary storage is
important: They allow the data and
applications to be loaded very rapidly into
memory and ready for use and They store
operating systems and programs.
The most commonly used internal and pupils in small participate
external storage devices: groups to and ask Methods
discuss questions
Hard disc
The main memory of the computer. It
is the fastest at accessing data. In
most computers it has storage
capacity of 40---350Gb
Compact Disc
Compact disc has storage capacity of
650---
700Mb
Teacher asks Learners Practical 25min

random Practice on Method
Floppy disc
questions to what they & Demos
Has storage capacity of1.44Mb and it is
slowest at accessing data check on pupils have learnt
understanding
Flash Disc
Has storage capacity which can range from
2Gb to
50Gb
LESSON CONCLUSION
lesson
1) Define the term Storage and give two examples of storage devices
PUPIL EVALUATION
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TEACHER EVALUATION ...........................................................................................................................
LESSON PLAN
TOPIC: COMPUTERS NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Output Devices NO OF BOYS: …..
T/L AIDS: COMPUTERS, PROJECTORS, PRINTERS & CHARTS TOTAL: ……..……..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number seven lesson on computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and
class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about output devices. The skill
of identifying output devices of a computer .learners will gain value of Awareness about computer output devices.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have basic ideas about input devices thus will connect with output devices.
1) Define the term output device
2) Explain the various types of storage devices
3) State the importance of output devices

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 Recall on the previous lessons
SECONDARY SCHOOL
DATE:………………..
………………..
Input Devices: - Information and programs Teacher asks Pupils recall Question 2 min
are entered into the computer system pupils to try to some terms & Answer
through input devices such as key boards, recall on the
disks or through networking with other main points of
computers.
the previous
lesson
Definition of the term “output devices”
Output devices are items that allows
people to see, hear in some form the
information that is stored on a
computer.
Examples of output devices:

Teacher Pupils listen to Demostration 8min
Video Display Unit (VDU) or monitor explains in the teachers method
learners
Printers
Teacher writes Pupils listen Teachers 15min
brief notes on and copy brief exposition
the board notes in their
books
Speaker
s
Plotter (used to print Maps and more

complex drawings)
(a) Illustrate the devices which are Teacher puts Pupils

both input pupils in small participate Discussion 10min
and output devices groups to and ask
discuss questions Methods
Digital camera Table

(personal digital assistant PDA)
Touch screen
The functions of a monitor:

Monitor: A monitor is a device that displays
texts, graphics and video visually .e.g
L C D — Liquid Crystal Display
L E D - Light Emitting Diode
V D U - Visual Display Unit
SECONDARY SCHOOL
DATE:………………..
………………..
Two main factors determine the quality of
a monitor
LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TS NO….…………… TIME:
………………..
RESOLUTION: Refers to the numbers of Teacher asks Learners Practical 25min
horizontal and vertical pixels in a display random answer Method
device. questions and
questions to & Demos
PIXELS: This is the smallest unit of a digital Practice on
image. The higher the number of pixels, the check on pupils
understanding what they
higher the resolution, and the greater the
sharpness and clarity of the images. have learnt
A printer
A printer produces hard copy [physical copy]
of text and graphics.
How the quality of a printer measured

The resolution [quality] of a printer is
measured in dots per inch [DPI]. The
higher the DPI, the higher the print quality.
The speed of a printer is measured in pages
per minute [PPM].
Three (3) Examples of types of printers:

 LaserJet printers
 Inkjet printers
 Office jet printers
LESSON CONCLUSION
lesson
1) Define the term is output device

2) Explain any three types of storage devices
3) State the importance of output devices stated in Q2
PUPIL EVALUATION
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TEACHER EVALUATION
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TEACHER: ……………………......
SUBJECT: COMPUTER STUDIES
TOPIC: COMPUTERS NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Peripheral Devices NO OF BOYS: …..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number eighth lesson on computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer and
class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about peripheral devices. The
skill of identifying peripheral devices of a computer .learners will gain value of Awareness about peripheral devices.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have basic ideas about input devices and output devices thus will connect
with peripherals.
1) Define the term peripheral
2) Explain the various types of peripheral devices
3) State the importance of peripheral devices

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 Recall on the previous lessons
LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
………………..
Input Devices and output Devices Teacher asks Pupils recall Question 2 min
Input Devices: allows to enter information pupils to try to some terms & Answer
and programs into the computer system e.g. recall on the
key boards, disks or through networking with main points of
other computers. Output devices: Output the previous
devices are items that allows people to see,
hear in some form the information that is lesson
stored on a computer.
Peripheral devices Teacher Pupils listen to Demostration 8min

All hardware devices which are connected to explains in the teachers method
the computer systems case ranging from
learners
cables, monitors, keyboard, printers,
speakers etc.
Peripheral hardware is the name for the

computer components that are not found
within the computer case. This includes
input devices such as a mouse, microphone
and keyboard, which carry information
from the computer user to the processor, Teacher writes Pupils listen Teachers 15min
and output devices such as a monitor, brief notes on and copy brief exposition
the board notes in their
printer and speakers, which display or
books
transmit information from the computer back
to the user.
Examples of peripherals
Printer
s
pupils in small participate
groups to and ask Methods
discuss questions
Speake
rs
LESSON CONCLUSION
Teachers emphasizes on the main points of the Teacher asks Learners Practical 25min
lesson and allows learners to interact with random answer Method
peripherals like Keyboard,Mouse,Monitor,Sound questions to questions and & Demos
card,Printers,Scanner,UninterruptablePowerSup check on pupils Practice on
ply,Microphone, Digital camera, Speakers etc understanding what they
have learnt
1) Define the term peripheral and explain the various types of peripheral devices
PUPIL EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
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TEACHER EVALUATION
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TEACHER: ……………………......
TOPIC: BASIC OPERATIONS OF A COMPUTERS NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Health and Safety NO OF BOYS: …..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number one lesson on basic operations of a computer. Teacher Exposition, Question and
answer and class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about Health and
safety. The skill of identifying the health and safety measures of a computer .learners will gain value of Awareness about
the health and safety measures of handling computers.
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have basic ideas about Health precautions on computers.
1) Describe some common health problems associated with the use of computers
2) Briefly describe ways to prevent health problems associated with computer use
3) Explain the safety issues associated with computer usage
ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 The common health problems associated Teacher asks Pupils
with the use of computers pupils to identifies some Brainstorm 2 min
 injuries related to working with explain some problems
common
keyboard and mouse → sprains
health
(dislocation) / RSI problems they
know
(Repetitive Strain Injury)
 flickering screen or improper distance
from a monitor → vision impairment
 improper seating and inappropriate

use of chairs → problems with the
spine (due to position of a
computer, desk and chair, which
affect posture)
 improper use of artificial light, light

amount, light direction etc. also has a
significant impact on health, as it may
also lead to vision impairment
Ways to prevent health problems
associated with
compu er use. Teacher Pupils listen 8min
t explains in to the Teachers
monitor must be kept away from the
 details to the teachers exposition
eyes approx. 50cm learners explanations
 keyboard must be placed in front-

wrists are in a straight position
 mouse must be located next to the

keyboardthe forearm parallel with a
desk
 chair should be adjustable

(seat and backrest), with
armrests
 take regular breaks from work,

get up and walk, often change
LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
………………..
S afety position (5- 10 minutes every
is
hour)
 exercise regularly
15min
 relax eyes by looking into the Teacher writes Pupils listen
distance(every 20min), brief notes on and copy brief Teachers
the board notes in their exposition
 rest arms (every 15min) sues
books
associated with computer
use.
 Long and hanging cables look
untidy and can cause accidents
 Overloading sockets and
lesson adaptors can cause electric 35min
shorts which in turn can start Teacher puts Pupils
fires pupils in small participate Discussion
 Heat and humidity are capable groups to and ask
of damaging computers and discuss Methods
questions
other
electronic devices
 Dust is another factor capable
of slowing down or even
damaging a computer
LESSON CONCLUSION
Teachers emphasizes on the main
points of the
1) Describe some common health problems associated with the use of computers and Briefly
describe ways to prevent health problems associated with computer use
PUPIL EVALUATION........................................................................................................................................
TEACHER EVALUATION ..........................................................................................................................................
TEACHER: ……………………......
TOPIC: COMPUTERS IN EVERYDAY LIFE NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: USES OF COMPUTERS NO OF BOYS: …..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number one lesson on Computers on Daily life. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer
and class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about computers. Leaners
will acquire the skill of identifying the use of computers and will gain value of Awareness about the uses of computers in
daily life..
Prerequisite Knowledge: Learners have basic ideas about uses of computers.
1) Identify and demonstrate the use of household appliances that are controlled by
microprocessors
2) State the common uses of office equipment
3) Exhibit knowledge of using computers in industries

ACTIVITY ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 Teacher asks Pupils
Embedded microprocessors pupils to identifies Brainstorm 2 min
Embedded microprocessors are small CPU’s explain some some
that can be found in devices that function common problems
like PC’S. Microprocessors are small CPU’s health
built into a single chip problems they
know
List of household appliances that use
microprocessors
• STOVE
• MICROWAVE
• REMOTE CONTROL
• T.V
• DECORDER
• GEYSER
The advantages and disadvantages of

household appliances embedded with
microprocessors
ADVANTAGES
• Cooking can be done easily.
• It has an advantage of the
LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
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disabled.
• Most people can use the labour Teacher Pupils listen to 8min
saving machines so as to save money explains in the teachers Teachers
to pay the house workers. Labour details to the explanations exposition
saving machines save money and
time at convenient moments. learners
DISADVANTAGES
• Promotes laziness
• Labour devices are expensive
• Cost a lot of power when left on stand
by
• Most people find it difficult to use the
new devices
Pupils listen
• High maintenance costs
Teacher writes and copy brief Teachers 15min
brief notes on notes in their exposition
List of office equipment machines
controlled by embedded the board books
microprocessors and their function.
a) Printer
A printer is an output device that

is used to produce printed hard copies of
information on paper.
b) Scanner
The scanner is a device used to scan

images on paper that can be printed again.
LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
………………..
c) Computer (PC)
A computer is an electronic device that is
used to input, process, store and output
information.
Pupils
Teacher puts participate Discussion 35min
pupils in small and ask
groups to questions Methods
discuss
d) Fax machine
It is a machine that is used to send

documents using telephone lines
LESSON CONCLUSION
lesson
(a) What are the advantages and disadvantages of household appliances embedded with
microprocessors?
(b) List down office equipment machines controlled by embedded microprocessors and their
function.
PUPIL EVALUATION
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TEACHER EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
COMPUTERS IN EVERYDAY LIFE NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: USES OF COMPUTERS NO OF BOYS: …..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number two lesson on Computers on Daily life. Teacher Exposition, Question and answer
and class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about computers. Leaners
will acquire the skill of identifying the use of computers and will gain value of Awareness about the uses of computers in
daily life.
1) Define the term “e – commerce”
2) Identify and demonstrate the use of computers in ecommerce
3) State the common uses of computers in industries
STE TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHER PUPILS METHOD TIME

P S ACTIVITY
ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 Recall of previous work done Teacher Pupils
Embedded microprocessors asks identifies Brainstorm 2 min
List of household appliances that use microprocessors pupils to some
• STOVE explain problems
• MICROWAVE some
common
• REMOTE CONTROL
health
• T.V
problems
• DECORDER
they
• GEYSER know
Definition of “e – commerce”
E-commerce can be defined as buying and selling of goods
and services using the internet. E-commerce can be defined
as a transaction of buying and selling online.
Advantages and disadvantages of e-commerce
ADVANTAGES
• Faster buying and selling procedure as well as
easy to find products.
• More reliable to customers, there is no Teacher Pupils listen 8min
theoretical geographic limitation. explains to the Teachers
• Provides buyers with a wide range of choices in details teachers exposition
because buyers can consider many different to the explanation
products and services from a wider variety of
learners s
sellers.
• Cheaper as there are no travelling costs.
• Available 24 hours a day.
• Can shop when it is convenient.
DISADVANTAGES
• Delay and potential uncertainty if the items will
arrive before it is needed as the product must
be shipped to the customer.
• If there is a problem with the item when it is
delivered, most customers do not feel to go
through the process of returning items through
the mail
• No ability to personally inspect the product
before purchase.
• Risk of fraud e.g. using stolen credit cards.
The common use of computers in supermarkets.

• Supermarket use computers to analyze sales
so that managers can create better marketing Teachers
plans. Teacher Pupils listen exposition 15min
• Through computer systems cashiers in writes and copy
supermarkets are able to accept payment brief brief
methods in addition to cash such as credit notes on notes in
cards, smart cards, mobile phones instead of
the their books
handling a large sum of money.
board
• Saves time through Computer software such
as spreadsheets, Access, Word and scanner
system records good sold and received
automatically.
• To help boost sales and profits, supermarkets
use computers to gather customer’s data to
create customer’s promotions.
• To secure and safe guard the goods in the
supermarket through the use of
electromagnetic bars which are computerized.
A bar code reader

A bar code reader is an electronic device that can
read and output printed bar codes to a computer.
What are bar codes
and A bar codes are patterns of thick and thin Pupils
which lines spaces, representing a numerical Teacher participate Discussio
can code, read by a bar code reader puts and ask n 20mi
be such as an optical scanner or wand pupils in questions n
small Methods
.
groups
to
discuss
List the fundamental information found on

a bar
code.
• Name of the product / item
• Product / item code
• Manufacturer code Price of the
• item
Identify the significance of bar codes in a
supermarke
t Saves money: for a large supermarket with
• a lot of item to sell, it will require a large
labour force just for sticking the label on the
items. Such labour force will require a large
salary. With the introduction of barcode, only
very few workers will be needed from this
large force.
Reduction of human errors: The bar code
• reader will read the item and the price of the
item. This will increase accuracy in data
capture.
Speedy service: it is faster customers will
• not spend a lot of time in the queues.
Easy access to information: The
supermarket will be in a state of knowing
• what they have in stock at all times.
 Detached labels: Unlike bar codes, labels get

detached from items so as to force the operator to leave
customers in the queue to check for the price. With the
introduction of bar codes, the service is quick and
customers are satisfied. Acronyms PIN
Teacher Pupils Lecture 10min
Personal Identification Number writes participate
brief and ask Methods
THE FOLLOWING TERMS notes on questions
i. Smartcard the
ii. Magnetic card board
iii. PIN
a) Smart Card : is a plastic card with a builtin
microprocessor used typically to perform financial
transaction.
b) Magnetic cards
• Magnetic Cards is a trip affixed to a card to
hold information.
• A card capable of storing data by modifying
the magnetism of tiny iron-based magnetic
particle on a band of magnetic material on
the card.
c) Personal Identification Number:
• This is a secret number/ code only known
by the card owner.
• This is a 4-digit
number combination known only to you
or the owner of an account and allow
him/her to access his/her account
information using an Automated Telephone
Banking system.
• A numerical code used in many electronic
financial transactions.
(a) WHY SHOULD A PIN BE A SECRET CODE? Teacher Pupils Discovery 5 min
Answer writes participate
It is a measure to safeguard any financial brief and ask Methods
transaction. notes on questions
the
BENEFITS OF THE TREND TOWARDS CASHLESS board
ELECTRONIC TRANSACTION
• Cashless transaction can be done anywhere
as long as there is internet connectivity.
• When buying a lot of items, there is no need to
carry a lot of cash in your bag.  You can
make transaction from home provided there is
access to internet for example paying bills and
purchasing power units (ZESCO)
• Cashless electronic transaction is easy, time
saving and convenient.
• Cheaper as no travelling expenses are
required.
LESSON CONCLUSION
Teachers emphasizes on the main points of the lesson
1) Define the term “e – commerce”

2) Identify and demonstrate the use of computers in ecommerce
3) State the common uses of computers in industries
PUPIL EVALUATION
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TEACHER EVALUATION
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LESSON PLAN
DATE:………………..
TEACHER: ……………………...... TS NO….……………
8 DURATION: 80 min TOPIC: Data
Security NO OF GIRLS :….
SUB-TOPIC: Data Integrity NO OF BOYS: …..

RATIONALE: This is lesson number one lesson on Data integrity on Computers. Teacher Exposition, Question and
answer and class/group discussion methods will be used this lesson will develop learners knowledge’s about data
integrity. Leaners will acquire the skill of identifying the treats to data integrity of computers and will gain value of
Awareness about the uses of computers in daily life.
1) Define Data integrity
2) Explain methods of maintaining data integrity.
3) Define the term copyright.
STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS ACTIVITY METHOD TIME

ACTIVITY
LESSON INTRODUCTION
1 DATA INTEGRITY Teacher asks Pupils define
Data integrity is the accuracy and consistency pupils to define the term Brainstorm 2 min
of data stored on the computer. data
integrity
METHODS OF MAINTAINING DATA
INTEGRITY
 Use Anti-Virus software which is a Teacher explains Pupils listen to Teachers 8min
program that is able to detect in details to the the teachers exposition
and protect computers from learners explanations
viruses. Anti- viruses don not

only spot unwanted programs bit
also can also delete them and
repair the damaged done to the
files.
Examples of Anti-viruses Teacher gives Pupils listen Teachers 15min
brief notes and and copy brief exposition
examples notes in their
books
 Only use proprietary software

from the reliable source on your
computer and networks.
 Use diskless workstations

on networks
 Control access to portable media

and do not allow employees to
use their own media on the
organizations computer system
 One of the golden rule is Backup.

Backup is keeping of files file for
later use as a way of
safeguarding data from loss,
changed. Files can be backed up Teacher puts Pupils
pupils in small participate and Discussion 15min
on CD’s, DVD’s, Flash drive, groups to ask
external Hard disk. discuss questions Methods
SOFTWARE PRODUCT
A Software product line development refers to
a software engineering method tools and
techniques for creating a collection of similar
software system from a shared set of software
using a common means of production.
THE TERM COPYRIGHT.
Copyright refers to the laws that protect
the authors and creators work from
illegal, copying, distribution and
modification.
THREE REASONS FOR

COPYRIGHTING A SOFTWARE.
 Protecting the software,
manufacturers from illegal
copy and distribution of their
work by unknown people.
 It does not allow modification
of the software without the
authors or creators permission.
 It prevents the illegal
distribution and selling of the
software.
THE TERM “END-USER LICENCE
AGREEMENT OR SOFTWARE LICENCE
AGREEMENT”
The End-User-License agreement is a
legal contract between the software
author and the user of the software
establishing the users right to use the
software.
THE USER AGREE AND ACCEPT THE

TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF END-USER-
AGREEMENT EVALUATION
 Opening the shrink wrap on the Teacher Pupils listen Lecture 10min
software package. explains some and ask Method
 Breaking the seal on the DVD or major questions
CD case. terminologies where not
 Installing the software on the clear
DVD or CD case.
 Simply using the software.
THE TERM ‘SOURCE CODE’

The source code is (are) codes
programmers use to create and modify
their software.
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN OPEN

SOURCE SOFTWARE AND
PROPRIENTARY SOFTWARE
Open Source software is software with
source code that anyone can inspect,
modify and enhance that it is available
to the public while proprietary software
refers to the software whose source
code is kept as a secret. Freeware:
Freeware software are software that
are copyrighted and are made
available to the public for free of
charge. Examples of such software are
Internet Explorer, Adobe Reader and
Microsoft Office.
Share-ware: Share-ware is software

that is distributed free on a trial basis
with the understanding that the user
may need or want to pay for it later.
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FREEWARE

AND SHAREWARE
Freeware is free software to download while
Shareware is not free payment is done later
Teacher explains Pupils listen Socratic 10min
LESSON CONCLUSION some major and ask Method
Teachers emphasizes on the main points of the terminologies questions
lesson where not
clear
1) Define Data integrity

2) Explain methods of maintaining data integrity.
3) Define the term copyright.
PUPIL EVALUATION
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TEACHER EVALUATION
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MINISTRY OF GENERAL EDUCATION

MUFURILA SECONDARY SCHOOL

SUB-TOPIC: Terminologies NO OF BOYS: 20

T/L AIDS: CHALK BOARD, RULER & CHARTS TOTAL: 50

STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS METHOD TIME

 A computer is an electronic device

 Hardware: The term hardware

Briefly define the following terminologies

SUB-TOPIC: Terminologies NO OF BOYS: …..

T/L AIDS: CHALK BOARD, RULER & CHARTS TOTAL: ……..……..

i) Peripheral Devices: A peripheral

iii) BIT is binary digits that are 0 or 1.

iv) BYTE: is the unit of storage Teacher gives Pupils Discussion

vii) GB Gigabytes: It a measurement Teacher asks

viii) MHz (Megahertz): This is a

ix) GHz (Gigahertz) is a

Briefly define the following terminologies

b) Computer peripherals b) byte c) bit d) MB

SUB-TOPIC: Types of computers NO OF BOYS: …..

T/L AIDS: COMPUTERS,PROJECTORS,CHALK BOARD, & CHARTS TOTAL: ……..……..

STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS METHOD TIME

• Fast , less expensive and

 Much smaller storage capacity

often connected to many

• Faster than PCs, used for

1. Describe the different types of a computer

MINISTRY OF GENERAL EDUCATION

STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS METHOD TIME

• Laptop computer (portable

Hardware: The term hardware refers to the

EXERCISE/ HOME WORK/ASSIGNMENT [30 min]

1. List the main parts of a computer

SUB-TOPIC: Main parts of a Computer NO OF BOYS: …..

STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS METHOD TIME

Hardware: The term hardware refers to the

Software: Computer software is simply the

Two types of software:

The two main types of software are

Examples of operating system software:

What is application software?

Examples of application software.

EXERCISE/ HOME WORK/ASSIGNMENT [30 min]

1. Explain & Define Software?

MINISTRY OF GENERAL EDUCATION

SUB-TOPIC: Components of a Computer NO OF BOYS: …..

STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS METHOD TIME

Central Processing Unit (CPU) is an Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min

Output devices: - are devices used to send

CONCLUSION Teacher gives Pupils Discussion 10min

Input:- Information and programs are

Processing:- The CPU sometimes

Output:- these devices display

EXERCISE/ HOME WORK/ASSIGNMENT [30 min]

MINISTRY OF GENERAL EDUCATION

SUB-TOPIC: Components of a Computer NO OF BOYS: …..

STEP TOPIC/CONTENT TEACHERS PUPILS METHOD TIME

Central Processing Unit (CPU) is an Teacher Pupils listen to Teachers 8min

Storage devices: - These are computer

Three basic operations of a computer

Input Processing Output Teacher asks

Processing:- The CPU sometimes

Output:- these devices display