Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Information Communication Technology - Input Devices: Mouse

## Lesson Plan: Information Communication Technology - Input Devices: Mouse ### Grade Level: Senior Secondary 1 ### Duration: 60 Minutes --- ### Objectives: 1. **Knowledge:** Students will understand the function and types of computer mice. 2. **Skills:** Students will learn how to effectively use and troubleshoot a mouse. 3. **Application:** Students will be able to identify parts of a mouse and explain its importance in computer navigation. ### Materials Needed: - Computers with an operational mouse for each student - Projector and screen - PowerPoint presentation - Handouts with mouse diagrams - Interactive online quiz tool (e.g., Kahoot) - Whiteboard and markers ### Lesson Outline: #### 1. Introduction (10 Minutes) - **Greeting and attendance** - **Motivation/Engagement:** Begin with a brief discussion about input devices and ask students what they know or use regularly. - "How do you interact with your computer?" - Show a variety of pictures of input devices, leading to the mouse. - **Learning Objectives:** State the objectives of the lesson clearly. #### 2. Direct Instruction (15 Minutes) - **Presentation:** - Define what an input device is and focus on the mouse. - Types of mice (mechanical, optical, wireless, etc.). - Components of a mouse (buttons, scroll wheel, sensor, etc.). - How a mouse communicates with a computer. - Importance of a mouse in everyday computer use. **PowerPoint Presentation:** Structured slides covering the above points with visuals and diagrams. #### 3. Guided Practice (10 Minutes) - **Hands-On Activity:** - Distribute the handouts with diagrams of a mouse. - Students label parts of the mouse while examining their own. - Teacher monitors and assists as necessary. - **Interactive Discussion:** - Demonstrate basic mouse operations: clicking, double-clicking, right-clicking, and scrolling. - Ask questions to ensure understanding: - "What happens when you double-click an icon?" #### 4. Independent Practice (10 Minutes) - **In-Class Activity:** - Task students with completing a short list of computer navigation activities using their mouse (e.g., opening a folder, moving a file, using the scroll feature on a webpage). #### 5. Assessment (10 Minutes) - **Interactive Quiz:** Utilize an online quiz tool (like Kahoot) to quickly assess students’ understanding of the material covered. Questions can be about mouse types, parts, and functions. **Example questions:** - "Which part of the mouse is used to scroll through a webpage?" - "What is the main difference between a mechanical and an optical mouse?" #### 6. Closure (5 Minutes) - **Recap:** Summarize the key points from the lesson. - **Q&A:** Provide an opportunity for students to ask questions and clarify any doubts. - **Homework Assignment:** Instruct students to write a short paragraph on how they use a mouse in their daily computer activities and what issues they face. ### Differentiation: - **Advanced Learners:** Encourage them to explore the settings and customization options of a mouse on their computers. - **Struggling Learners:** Pair them with peer tutors or provide extra guidance during hands-on activities. ### Evaluation: - **Formative Assessment:** Observation during hands-on activities, student responses during interactive discussion, and participation in the interactive quiz. - **Summative Assessment:** Review of the homework assignment for understanding and ability to articulate the use and importance of the mouse. ### Follow-Up: - **Next Lesson Topic:** Other Input Devices (keyboards, scanners, etc.) - **Additional Resources:** Provide links to tutorial videos on advanced mouse functions and troubleshooting guides. --- This lesson plan aims to engage Senior Secondary 1 students with practical and theoretical knowledge about the mouse as an input device, ensuring that they can confidently use it in their daily computer interactions.