Lesson Plan for Primary 1 - Information Communication Technology - Functions Of Alphabetic Numeric Keys

# Lesson Plan: Functions of Alphabetic Numeric Keys ## Grade: Primary 1 ## Subject: Information Communication Technology (ICT) ## Topic: Functions of Alphabetic Numeric Keys ## Duration: 40 minutes ### Objectives: - Introduce students to the keyboard, focusing on alphabetic and numeric keys. - Teach the basic functions of alphabetic (A-Z) and numeric (0-9) keys on a keyboard. - Develop familiarity with typing simple words and numbers. - Encourage engagement and interaction through hands-on practice. ### Materials Needed: - Computer with keyboard (one per student, if possible) - Projector and screen or interactive whiteboard - Printed worksheet with alphabetic and numeric keys outlined - Flashcards with letters and numbers ### Introduction (10 minutes): 1. **Greet the Students:** - Welcome the students and briefly reinstate the excitement about learning computers. 2. **Introduction to the Keyboard:** - Show a big picture of a keyboard on the screen or interactively. - Explain the keyboard as a tool for typing letters and numbers into the computer. - Point out the different sections: alphabetic keys (A-Z) and numeric keys (0-9). ### Direct Instruction (10 minutes): 3. **Alphabetic Keys:** - Explain that the alphabetic keys represent the letters 'A' to 'Z.' - Highlight the positioning of the keys and any special keys like 'Shift' for uppercase letters. 4. **Numeric Keys:** - Explain that the numeric keys are used to type numbers from '0' to '9.' - Show their location on the keyboard (both above the letters and on the number pad if applicable). 5. **Demonstration:** - Demonstrate typing a simple word (e.g., "cat") and a number (e.g., "123") on the screen. - Slowly press each key, emphasizing its function and position. ### Guided Practice (10 minutes): 6. **Interactive Activity:** - Distribute the printed keyboard worksheets to each student. - Calling out letters and numbers while students locate and color them on their worksheets. 7. **Typing Practice:** - Ask students to type their first name using the alphabetic keys. - Then, ask them to type their age using the numeric keys. - Move around the classroom to provide assistance and correct any errors. ### Independent Practice (5 minutes): 8. **Game Time:** - Use flashcards with letters and numbers. - Show a flashcard and ask students to locate and press the corresponding key on their keyboard. - Make it fun by timing them or turning it into a light competition. ### Conclusion (5 minutes): 9. **Review:** - Recap the functions of alphabetic and numeric keys. - Ask students to share one thing they learned about the keyboard today. 10. **Preview of Next Lesson:** - Give a hint about the next lesson topic (e.g., "Next time, we'll learn about special keys like the spacebar and Enter key"). ### Assessment: - Monitor students during practice activities to ensure they can identify and use alphabetic and numeric keys. - Check worksheets to ensure understanding of key locations. - Observe participation during interactive activities. ### Extension Activities: - Allow students to play educational typing games that focus on alphabetic and numeric key recognition. - Encourage students to type simple sentences or numbers at home with parental supervision to reinforce learning. This lesson plan aims to provide a fun and engaging introduction to the basic functions of alphabetic and numeric keys for Primary 1 students, fostering foundational ICT skills.