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**Lesson Plan: Information Communication Technology for Primary 5**
### Topic: Mini and Macro Computers
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#### **Objectives**
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
1. Understand the basic differences between mini and macro computers.
2. Identify examples of mini and macro computers.
3. Describe the primary uses and features of mini and macro computers.
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#### **Materials Needed**
- Projector and computer for presentation
- Printed handouts with key points
- Pictures of different types of computers (mini and macro)
- Interactive quiz platform (e.g., Kahoot!)
- Worksheet for group activity
- Internet access to show videos or animations
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#### **Lesson Duration**
1 hour
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### **Lesson Outline**
1. **Introduction (10 minutes)**
- Greet the students and briefly discuss the importance of computers in everyday life.
- Introduce today's topic: Mini and Macro Computers.
2. **Warm-Up Activity (5 minutes)**
- Show pictures of various devices (smartphones, tablets, desktop computers, mainframe computers).
- Ask students to guess and categorize which ones might be considered mini and which macro.
3. **Lesson Presentation (20 minutes)**
- **Definition and Explanation (10 minutes)**
- Mini Computers: Explain that mini computers, also known as mid-range computers, are more powerful than microcomputers but less powerful than mainframe computers. They are often used in small to medium-sized businesses.
- Macro Computers: Explain that macro computers, commonly known as mainframe computers, are used for large-scale computing purposes in large organizations, such as banks and government agencies.
- **Examples and Characteristics (10 minutes)**
- Show pictures and describe key features of mini computers (e.g., PDP-11, VAX systems).
- Show pictures and describe key features of macro computers (e.g., IBM System/360, modern mainframes).
- Discuss the primary use cases for each type of computer.
4. **Video Presentation (5 minutes)**
- Show a short video (2-3 minutes) that contrasts mini and macro computers, highlighting their uses and capabilities.
5. **Interactive Quiz (10 minutes)**
- Use an interactive quiz platform like Kahoot! to quiz students on the material covered. Questions could include identifying features, uses, and examples of mini and macro computers.
6. **Group Activity (10 minutes)**
- Divide the class into small groups.
- Give each group a worksheet with a set of tasks. Each group will list devices they think fall under mini and macro categories, explain their reasoning, and identify their uses.
- Have each group present their findings briefly.
7. **Closing Discussion (5 minutes)**
- Summarize key points of the lesson.
- Ask students to share what they found most interesting or surprising.
- Encourage students to ask any remaining questions.
8. **Homework Assignment**
- Ask students to create a simple poster or digital presentation that includes two examples of mini computers and two examples of macro computers, along with their uses and key features.
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#### **Assessment**
- Participation in the quiz and group activity.
- Poster/digital presentation for homework.
- Observations and anecdotal notes taken during class discussions.
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#### **Note to Instructor**
- Ensure all students remain engaged, especially during group activities by mixing groups based on varied skill levels.
- Monitor the interactive quiz for understanding and address any misconceptions immediately.
- Offer extra help or resources for students who may struggle with the concepts.
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**End of Lesson Plan**
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