Lesson Plan for Primary 6 - Computer Education - Word Perfect, Word Star And Corel Word Perfect

### Lesson Plan: Computer Education #### Topic: Word Perfect, WordStar, and Corel WordPerfect #### Grade: Primary 6 --- **Objective:** By the end of the lesson, students will have a basic understanding of the historical significance and uses of WordStar, WordPerfect, and Corel WordPerfect. They will also have practical knowledge of basic word processing functions. --- **Materials Needed:** - Computers with WordPerfect or Corel WordPerfect installed - Internet access for research - Projector and screen - Handouts with key points about WordStar, WordPerfect, and Corel WordPerfect - Sample documents for editing practice --- **Duration:** 60 Minutes --- ### Lesson Breakdown: #### Introduction (10 minutes) **1. Greeting and Attendance** - Greet the students and take attendance. **2. Introduction to the Lesson** - Briefly introduce the topic of word processing software. - Explain the importance of understanding both historical and modern word processing tools. **3. Learning Objectives** - Explain what students will learn during the lesson and what they are expected to achieve by the end. --- #### Theoretical Background (15 minutes) **1. What is Word Processing Software?** - Define what word processing software is. - Discuss its importance in creating and editing documents. **2. Overview of WordStar, WordPerfect, and Corel WordPerfect** - Provide a short history and significance of each software: - **WordStar**: - Introduced in the late 1970s. - One of the earliest word processors, popular in the 1980s. - Unique command-driven interface. - **WordPerfect**: - Became popular in the 1980s and early 1990s. - Known for its "reveal codes" feature which allowed precise formatting control. - **Corel WordPerfect**: - A modern version of WordPerfect. - Currently maintained by Corel Corporation. - Still used today for its powerful formatting capabilities. **3. Difference between Early and Modern Word Processors** - Highlight key differences and improvements from early word-processing software to modern ones. --- #### Practical Session (30 minutes) **1. Hands-On Activity with Corel WordPerfect** - **Getting Started:** - Guide students on how to open Corel WordPerfect. - Explain the main components of the interface (toolbars, menus, document area). - **Basic Operations:** - **Creating a New Document:** - Show how to create a new document. - **Typing and Editing Text:** - Ask students to type a short paragraph. - Demonstrate basic text formatting (font style, size, bold, italic, underline). - **Saving Documents:** - Explain the importance of saving work and demonstrate how to save a document. - **Further Features:** - Explore additional features such as: - Inserting images. - Creating tables. - Using the spell-check tool. **2. Practice and Assistance** - Allow students to practice the demonstrated tasks. - Provide assistance and answer questions as needed. --- #### Conclusion and Review (5 minutes) **1. Recap Key Points** - Review the main points discussed about WordStar, WordPerfect, and Corel WordPerfect. - Recap the practical tasks completed. **2. Questions and Answers** - Provide an opportunity for students to ask any remaining questions. **3. Assign Homework (if applicable)** - Assign a short task for students to complete using Corel WordPerfect at school or home (such as writing a short essay or a letter). **4. Feedback and Closing** - Gather feedback from students about the lesson. - Thank students for their participation. --- **Assessment:** - **Formative Assessment:** - Monitor students during the hands-on activity to ensure they are able to use Corel WordPerfect effectively. - Provide individual feedback and assistance. - **Summative Assessment:** - Evaluate students' homework (if applicable) for accuracy in using the basic features of Corel WordPerfect. --- **Notes:** - Adjust timings as needed based on class progress. - Ensure all students have equal access to a computer during the practical session. - Be prepared with additional exercises for advanced learners. --- **Additional Resources:** - Links to online tutorials for Corel WordPerfect. - Historical articles or videos on the evolution of word processing software. ---