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WEEKLY LESSON NOTES – B8
WEEK 4
Week Ending: 03-02-2023 DAY: Subject: Computing
Duration: 60mins Strand: Introduction To Computing
Class: B8 Class Size: Sub Strand: File Management Techniques
Content Standard: Lesson:
Indicator:
B8.1.1.2. Demonstrate the use of the Desktop
B8.1.1.2.1 Explore the use of the Charms bar
features. 1 of 2
Performance Indicator: Core Competencies:
Learners can explore the use of the Charms bar CC8.2: CP6.1
Reference: Computing Curriculum P.g. 24
Activities For Learning & Assessment Resources Progression
Starter (5mins) Pictures and Exploring the use
videos and features of the
Revise with learners to review their understanding in the previous Charms bar
lesson.
Share performance indicators and introduce the lesson.
Main (35mins)
Using pictures and charts, guide learners to identify and describe what a
charms bar is.
A charm bar is a universal toolbar in the windows 8 operating system that can
be accessed from anywhere no matter what you are doing or what application
you are running.
In groups, have learners explore the options on the charms bar.
When activated, the charms bar contains 5 different buttons;
Search
Share
Start
Devices
Settings
Engage learners to identify the icons in the Charms bar
Guide learners to describe features of the Charms bar icons.
Assessment
What is a charms bar?
Identify and explain the options on the charms bar?
Name any five icons on the charms bar.
Reflection (10mins)
Use peer discussion and effective questioning to find out from learners
what they have learnt during the lesson.
Take feedback from learners and summarize the lesson.
Homework/Project Work/Community Engagement Suggestions
Draw the charms bar and label any five parts
Cross-Curriculum Links/Cross-Cutting Issues
None
Potential Misconceptions/Student Learning Difficulties
Week Ending: 03-02-2023 DAY: Subject: Computing
Duration: 60mins Strand: Introduction To Computing
Class: B8 Class Size: Sub Strand: File Management Techniques
Content Standard: Indicator: Lesson:
B8.1.1.2. Demonstrate the use of the Desktop B8.1.1.2.2. Practice file management techniques
features. (Drive Management) 1 of 2
Performance Indicator: Core Competencies:
Learners can demonstrate file management techniques CC8.2: CP6.1
Reference: Computing Curriculum P.g. 25
Activities For Learning & Assessment Resources Progression
Starter (5mins) Pictures and Practicing file
videos management
Revise with learners to review their understanding in the previous techniques
lesson.
Share performance indicators and introduce the lesson.
Main (35mins)
Brainstorm learners to explain key terms in the lesson.
Disk defragmentation – is the process of reorganizing the data stored
on the hard drive so that related pieces of data are put back together.
File compression – is a data compression method in which the logical
size of a file is reduced to save disk space for easier and faster
transmission over a network or the internet.
Disk Partitioning – is the creation of one or more regions on secondary
storage, so that each region can be managed separately.
Demonstrate the file management techniques such as defragmentation,
compression of files, etc.
Engage learners to explore ways of partitioning a hard disk.
Guide learners to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of
compressing files and disk defragmentation.
Assessment
1. Define the following;
i. Disk defragmentation ii. File compression iii. Disk partitioning
2. State three advantages and disadvantages of compressing files
Reflection (10mins)
Use peer discussion and effective questioning to find out from learners
what they have learnt during the lesson.
Take feedback from learners and summarize the lesson.
Homework/Project Work/Community Engagement Suggestions
Describe the steps you would use to partition a hard drive.
Cross-Curriculum Links/Cross-Cutting Issues
None
Potential Misconceptions/Student Learning Difficulties
