Class: Primary 4
Term: 1st Term
Week: 9
Age: 9 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Period:
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies
Topic: Storage Devices
Content: Hardware Storage devices (Definition and examples)
Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Define storage devices.
- List three examples of storage devices.
Reference Materials:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Course Book
- Online Information
- Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures or actual hardware storage devices
- Chalkboard/Whiteboard
- Markers/Chalk
- Worksheets
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding storage devices is important in the digital age as it helps in storing and accessing information and data in daily life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of computers and data storage.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Content Development: Storage Devices
| Content | Time | Teaching Method | Teacher’s Point/Activities | Pupils’ Activities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 5 mins | Introduce the topic | Engage pupils with questions to assess prior knowledge about storage devices. | Respond to questions and share what they know. |
| Explaining Storage Devices | 10 mins | Lecture and Discussion | Define what storage devices are and give examples (e.g., hard disk, compact disk, flash drive, memory card). | Listen and take notes on examples. |
| Identifying Storage Devices | 10 mins | Group Activity | Show pictures or actual storage devices. Pupils identify and categorize them into hardware storage devices. | Work in groups to identify and categorize storage devices. |
| Listing Examples | 5 mins | Class Discussion | Discuss and list three examples of storage devices on the board. | Share examples they have identified. |
| Evaluation | 5 mins | Question and Answer | Ask questions about storage devices and their examples. | Answer questions individually. |
| Conclusion | 5 mins | Recap and Discussion | Summarize the lesson and emphasize the importance of storage devices in technology. | Share what they’ve learned. |
Note to Pupils:
What are Storage Devices?
Storage devices are tools or hardware components used to save and store information, data, or files on computers
Examples of storage devices
- Hard disk
- Compact disk
- Flash drive
- Memory card.
Evaluation:
- What is the meaning of a storage device?
- Can you list three examples of storage devices?
- Why are storage devices important in daily life?
Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.
