Lesson Plan for Primary 2 - Information Communication Technology - Uses Of Keyboard

**Lesson Plan: Uses of Keyboard in Information Communication Technology (ICT)** **Grade Level:** Primary 2 **Subject:** Information Communication Technology (ICT) **Duration:** 45 minutes **Topic:** Uses of Keyboard ### Objectives: 1. Identify different keys on a computer keyboard. 2. Understand the basic uses of various keys. 3. Demonstrate typing simple words using the keyboard. 4. Foster familiarity and comfort with using a keyboard in a fun and engaging manner. ### Materials Needed: - Computers or laptops (one per student or per small group) - Projector and screen - Interactive keyboard poster/chart - Simple typing practice software or online typing games (e.g., BBC Dance Mat Typing) - Worksheets for keyboard key identification and practice. ### Lesson Outline: **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Greeting and Warm-Up:** - Welcome the students and introduce the topic, "Uses of Keyboard". - Briefly discuss what a keyboard is and its importance in using computers. 2. **Interactive Session:** - Display an enlarged keyboard image on the projector. - Ask students if they recognize any keys and what they are used for. - Highlight commonly used keys: letters, numbers, space bar, Enter, and Backspace/Delete. **Main Activity (25 minutes)** 3. **Demonstration:** - Show students how to place their fingers on the keyboard using the home row keys (ASDF for the left hand and JKL; for the right hand). - Explain the function of the space bar (to create a space between words) and the Enter key (to start a new line). 4. **Hands-On Practice:** - Have students sit at individual computers or in small groups. - Direct them to a simple typing practice program such as BBC Dance Mat Typing. - Guide them through a basic activity to type simple words like "cat", "dog", "sun", and "fun". - Supervise and assist as they practice. 5. **Interactive Games:** - Engage students with an interactive typing game suitable for their level to make learning fun. - Encourage them to try to type the words correctly and to use the Backspace/Delete key if they make a mistake. **Conclusion (10 minutes)** 6. **Review and Recap:** - Review what has been learned: identification of letters, numbers, space bar, Enter, and Backspace/Delete keys. - Ask a few students to demonstrate what they have learned by typing a word on the projected keyboard image. 7. **Q&A Session:** - Allow time for students to ask questions or share what they liked about the lesson. - Provide positive feedback and encouragement. 8. **Homework:** - Distribute a worksheet with a keyboard diagram for them to color the keys they used today and label them. - Encourage students to practice typing their names and simple words at home with the help of their parents if possible. ### Assessment: - Monitor students during hands-on practice to check their ability to identify keys and type simple words. - Review the completed worksheets to ensure understanding. - Conduct informal assessments through questions during the review session. ### Reflection: - Note any difficulties the students encountered and adapt future lessons. - Reflect on the engagement and interest level of the students and plan additional interactive activities accordingly.