Lesson Note: Characteristics and Usage of Underdeveloped Technology
Class: Primary 3
Term: 1st Term
Week: 4
Age: 8 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Date:
Subject: Basic Science & Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
Topic: Underdeveloped Technology II
Content:
- Characteristics of underdeveloped technology
- Places where underdeveloped technology is used
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- List 6 examples of underdeveloped technology
- Identify and mention 5 places where underdeveloped technology is used.
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures or diagrams of underdeveloped technology examples
- Whiteboard and markers
- Notebooks and pens
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding underdeveloped technology and where it’s used is essential because it helps us appreciate the simple but effective tools and methods that people use in various places.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils should have a basic understanding of technology and simple tools used in daily life.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Characteristics and Usage of Underdeveloped Technology
| Content (Steps) | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Points/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | – Ask pupils if they know what technology means. – Discuss the meaning of underdeveloped technology as simple tools and methods used by people in various places. – Mention the importance of learning about underdeveloped technology. | – Share their thoughts on technology. – Listen to the explanation. |
| Characteristics of Underdeveloped Technology | 10 mins | Explanation & Discussion | – Explain that underdeveloped technology is often simple, doesn’t use electricity or complex machines, and is handmade. – Show pictures or diagrams of underdeveloped technology examples (e.g., mortar and pestle, grinding stone). | – Listen to the explanation. – Participate in discussions about the characteristics. |
| Examples of Underdeveloped Technology | 10 mins | Visual Aid | – Present pictures or diagrams of underdeveloped technology examples (e.g., grinding stone, broom, hand fan). – Discuss each example and its usage. | – Observe the pictures or diagrams. – Participate in discussions about the examples. |
| Places of Usage of Underdeveloped Technology | 10 mins | Group Activity | – Divide pupils into groups. – Provide a list of places (e.g., kitchen, farm, construction site) and ask each group to identify and mention examples of underdeveloped technology used in those places. | – Work in groups to identify examples. – Share their findings with the class. |
| Class Discussion | 5 mins | Discussion | – Initiate a class discussion about the examples mentioned by each group. – Emphasize the importance of these tools and methods in everyday life. | – Share their group findings. – Engage in discussions. |
| Note to Pupils – Characteristics of Underdeveloped Technology | 2 mins | Note Taking | – Provide pupils with a note summarizing the characteristics of underdeveloped technology. – Pupils copy the note into their notebooks. | – Copy the note into their notebooks. |
| Note to Pupils – Examples of Underdeveloped Technology | 2 mins | Note Taking | – Provide pupils with a note listing examples of underdeveloped technology and their usage. – Pupils copy the note into their notebooks. | – Copy the note into their notebooks. |
| Note to Pupils – Places of Usage of Underdeveloped Technology | 2 mins | Note Taking | – Provide pupils with a note listing places where underdeveloped technology is used. – Pupils copy the note into their notebooks. | – Copy the note into their notebooks. |
| Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap & Reflection | – Summarize the key points about underdeveloped technology and its characteristics. – Ask pupils to reflect on the underdeveloped technology they encounter in their daily lives. | – Listen to the summary. – Share their reflections on underdeveloped technology. |
| Evaluation | 2 mins | Question & Answer | – Ask questions to assess pupils’ understanding of underdeveloped technology characteristics and its usage in different places. | – Participate in answering questions. |
Note to Pupils –
Characteristics of Underdeveloped Technology:
Underdeveloped technology is simple, doesn’t use electricity or complex machines, and is often handmade by people.
 Examples of Underdeveloped Technology:
Examples of underdeveloped technology include grinding stones, brooms, hand fans, clay pots, wooden spoons, sickles, weaving looms, spinning wheels, ploughs, and chisels. These are simple tools and methods people use in their daily lives.
Places of Usage of Underdeveloped Technology:
Underdeveloped technology can be found in various places like the kitchen, farm, construction sites, rivers, homes, rural villages and many others. These tools and methods help people accomplish tasks.
Evaluation:
- What is one characteristics of underdeveloped technology?
- Mention 4 examples of underdeveloped technology.
- Mention 3 places where people use underdeveloped technology.
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.
