### Lesson Plan: Introduction to Metal Work Hand Tools – Holding Devices
#### Subject: Basic Technology
#### Grade: Junior Secondary 1 (JS1)
#### Topic: Metal Work Hand Tools – Holding Devices
#### Duration: 60 minutes
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### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
1. Identify various metal work hand tool holding devices.
2. Describe the functions and uses of basic holding devices.
3. Demonstrate the correct and safe use of holding devices in metal work.
### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Computer and projector (for video demonstration)
- Hand tools and holding devices: Bench vice, clamp, pliers, tongs
- Metal pieces (for demonstrations)
- Worksheets/handouts
- Safety goggles and gloves
### Lesson Procedure:
#### Introduction (10 minutes):
1. **Greeting and Settle Down (2 minutes):**
- Welcome the students and ensure they are settled.
2. **Hook Activity (3 minutes):**
- Show a brief video clip or images of metal workers using different holding devices in a workshop.
3. **Ask Questions (2 minutes):**
- "What do you think these tools are used for?"
- Encourage answers to gauge prior knowledge.
4. **State Objectives (3 minutes):**
- Explain what students will learn today.
#### Direct Instruction (20 minutes):
1. **Definition and Importance (5 minutes):**
- Define holding devices.
- Explain why holding devices are essential in metal work (e.g., for safety, precision, efficiency).
2. **Identify Holding Devices (10 minutes):**
- Introduce common holding devices:
- Bench Vice
- Clamps (e.g., C-Clamp, F-Clamp)
- Pliers
- Tongs
- Display the tools physically or through images.
3. **Demonstrate Usage (5 minutes):**
- Show how each tool is used.
- Highlight safety precautions (e.g., wearing goggles and gloves, securing the object properly, ensuring the device is in good condition).
#### Guided Practice (15 minutes):
1. **Hands-on Practice (10 minutes):**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Allow them to practice using the holding devices with supervision.
2. **Monitor and Assist (5 minutes):**
- Move around the groups to assist and correct techniques.
#### Assessment (10 minutes):
1. **Worksheet (5 minutes):**
- Distribute worksheets with images of holding devices. Students should identify and write the correct names and uses.
2. **Group Discussion (5 minutes):**
- Review the answers as a class.
- Clarify any misunderstandings.
#### Conclusion (5 minutes):
1. **Recap Key Points:**
- Summarize the importance of each holding device.
- Emphasize the safety measures.
2. **Q&A:**
- Allow time for any final questions.
3. **Assign Homework:**
- Ask students to draw any two holding devices and write short descriptions for each.
4. **Closing:**
- Thank students for their participation.
### Extension Activity:
- Plan a visit to the school’s workshop or a local metalworking facility to observe professional use of holding devices.
- Create a simple project where students must use different holding devices correctly.
### Evaluation:
- Observe students’ participation and ability to use holding devices during practice.
- Review worksheet answers and homework drawings for understanding and accuracy.
- Use Q&A sessions to gauge understanding and adjust future lessons as necessary.