# 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.