Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 1 - Business Studies - Care Of Computer

### Lesson Plan for Business Studies: Care of Computers **Grade Level:** Junior Secondary 1 **Subject:** Business Studies **Topic:** Care of Computers **Duration:** 60 minutes #### Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the importance of proper computer care. 2. Identify basic practices for maintaining a computer. 3. Demonstrate practical steps to ensure the longevity of a computer. #### Materials Needed: - Whiteboard and markers - Projector (optional) - Printed handouts of key points - Sample cleaning materials (soft cloth, screen cleaner) - Computers (if available) for practical demonstration #### Lesson Structure: **1. Introduction (10 minutes)** - **Welcome and Settling Down (2 minutes):** * Greet the students and ensure they are settled. * Briefly explain the importance of the day's lesson. - **Objective Sharing (1 minute):** * Share the lesson objectives with the students. - **Engagement Question (2 minutes):** * Ask, "Has anyone ever had their computer break down? What do you think caused it?" - **Brief Discussion (5 minutes):** * Encourage students to share their experiences and write down common reasons for computer issues on the board. **2. Theoretical Understanding (20 minutes)** - **Explanation of Computer Care (10 minutes):** * Define what 'care of computers' means. * Discuss why taking care of computers is important (prevents breakdowns, prolongs lifespan, ensures optimal performance). - **Key Practices (10 minutes):** * Keep the computer clean: Regularly clean the keyboard, screen, and vents. * Protect the computer from physical damage: Use dust covers, avoid dropping. * Manage software health: Install antivirus programs, perform regular software updates. * Ensure proper ventilation: Make sure the computer is in a cool, well-ventilated space. * Safe Usage: Shut down properly, avoid eating or drinking near the computer. **3. Practical Demonstration (20 minutes)** - **Cleaning Demonstration (10 minutes):** * Show students how to properly clean a computer using a soft cloth and screen cleaner. * Demonstrate how to clean the keyboard and vents. - **Ventilation Check (5 minutes):** * Using a classroom computer, show students how to ensure proper ventilation. * Explain the importance of keeping the cooling fans unobstructed. - **Antivirus & Updates (5 minutes):** * Demonstrate how to check for software updates. * Explain the importance of having antivirus software and briefly show how to run a scan. **4. Interactive Activity (10 minutes)** - **Group Activity (10 minutes):** * Split students into small groups. * Provide each group with a scenario where a computer is not functioning properly. * Have them discuss and list possible reasons based on the care practices learned. * Ask each group to present their findings. **5. Conclusion & Recap (10 minutes)** - **Summary of Key Points (5 minutes):** * Recap the key points discussed in the lesson. - **Question and Answer Session (5 minutes):** * Open the floor for any questions students might have. * Provide additional clarification if needed. - **Homework Assignment:** * Ask students to create a weekly checklist for maintaining their own computers, or the school’s computer, based on today's lesson. **Evaluation:** - Monitor student participation during the discussions and activities. - Review the group activity outcomes to see how well students understand the concepts. - Assess the homework assignment for comprehension and practical application of the lesson. **Wrap-Up:** - Thank the students for their active participation. - Encourage them to apply what they’ve learned in their daily use of computers and reinforce the importance of routine maintenance.