### Lesson Plan: Concept of Computer
#### Grade Level: Junior Secondary 1
#### Subject: Information Communication Technology (ICT)
#### Class Duration: 60 minutes
#### Topic: Concept of Computer
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#### Learning Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
1. Define what a computer is.
2. Identify the main components of a computer system.
3. Differentiate between hardware and software.
4. Explain the basic functions of a computer.
#### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and computer
- Handouts (with key points and diagrams)
- Sample computer components (if available)
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#### Lesson Outline:
**Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Greeting and Attendance**: Welcome students, take attendance, and briefly discuss what ICT is.
2. **Ice-breaker activity**: Ask students to share their experiences with computers (e.g., what they use them for).
**Body (40 minutes)**
1. **Definition and Overview (10 minutes):**
- Definition: Explain that a computer is an electronic device that processes data to produce information.
- Brief History: Mention key milestones in the evolution of computers, such as early mechanical devices to modern digital computers.
2. **Main Components of a Computer System (10 minutes):**
- **Hardware:**
- Explain and show examples (via images or real components) of the Central Processing Unit (CPU), Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, and Storage devices.
- **Software:**
- Discuss what software is and contrast it with hardware. Provide examples like operating systems (Windows, macOS) and applications (Microsoft Word, games).
3. **Hardware vs. Software (5 minutes):**
- Create a comparison chart on the whiteboard.
- Emphasize key differences and interdependencies.
4. **Basic Functions of a Computer (5 minutes):**
- Input, Process, Output, and Storage.
- Use a simple diagram to illustrate these functions and explain each part.
**Activity (10 minutes):**
1. **Group Activity**: Divide students into small groups and give each group a set of cards with names and images of different hardware and software components. Ask them to categorize the cards into hardware and software.
2. **Discussion and Presentation**: Each group presents their categorization and explains their choices.
**Conclusion (10 minutes)**
1. **Recap**: Summarize the key points covered in the lesson.
2. **Q&A Session**: Allow students to ask questions for clarification.
3. **Assignment**: Distribute handouts with some additional reading and a short worksheet to reinforce the day's lesson.
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#### Assessment:
- Check for understanding through the group activity and presentations.
- Review the answers to questions during the Q&A session.
- Evaluate the worksheet assignments for comprehension.
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### Notes for the Teacher:
- Be prepared to provide additional examples or analogies to make abstract concepts more tangible.
- Encourage participation and make the lesson as interactive as possible.
- Make use of available technology (videos, animations) to make the lesson more engaging.
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#### Follow-Up:
- Review the worksheet in the next class and address any lingering confusion.
- Plan a practical session where students can interact with actual computer components in the school’s computer lab.
By following this lesson plan, students in Junior Secondary 1 should gain a foundational understanding of the concept of computers, including their components and functions.