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The Grade 3 Computer Literacy Lessons Plan consists of eight lessons aimed at enhancing students' understanding of computer components, typing skills, file management, word processing, internet safety, presentations, spreadsheets, and collaborative projects. Each lesson lasts 30 minutes and includes an introduction, an activity, and a conclusion, utilizing desktop computers and projectors. The curriculum focuses on building foundational skills while encouraging teamwork and creativity in practical computer use.

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Grade 3

The Grade 3 Computer Literacy Lessons Plan consists of eight lessons aimed at enhancing students' understanding of computer components, typing skills, file management, word processing, internet safety, presentations, spreadsheets, and collaborative projects. Each lesson lasts 30 minutes and includes an introduction, an activity, and a conclusion, utilizing desktop computers and projectors. The curriculum focuses on building foundational skills while encouraging teamwork and creativity in practical computer use.

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### **Grade 3 Computer Literacy Lessons Plan**

#### **Lesson 1: Revisiting Computer Components and Their Functions**


**Objective**: Learners will review and deepen their understanding of computer hardware and
software.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector

1. **Introduction** (5 min): Use the projector to display labeled images of computer hardware
and software examples. Discuss briefly.
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners work in pairs to identify and explain the parts of their
desktop computer (e.g., USB ports, keyboard shortcuts).
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Play a short quiz game using the projector to match hardware or
software to its function.

#### **Lesson 2: Intermediate Typing Skills**


**Objective**: Learners will improve typing accuracy and speed while learning proper hand
placement.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector

1. **Introduction** (5 min): Demonstrate proper finger placement on the keyboard and


introduce new keys like Shift and Caps Lock using the projector.
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners practice typing short paragraphs, focusing on accuracy and
using both hands. Provide typing software or use a practice document.
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Reflect on their progress and encourage continued practice.
#### **Lesson 3: File Management – Organizing Digital Work**
**Objective**: Learners will practice creating, renaming, moving, and deleting folders and files.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector

1. **Introduction** (5 min): Show how to create, rename, and organize folders on the projector.
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners create folders labeled by subjects (e.g., “Math,” “English”)
and save files into the appropriate folders.
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Discuss how file organization makes it easier to find work.

#### **Lesson 4: Introduction to Basic Word Processing**


**Objective**: Learners will create, edit, and format a simple document.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector

1. **Introduction** (5 min): Use the projector to demonstrate opening a word processor (e.g.,
MS Word) and typing a document. Show basic formatting tools like bold, italics, font size, and
alignment.
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners create a simple document (e.g., “My Favorite Animal”) and
practice formatting text.
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Highlight the importance of clear and neat formatting.

#### **Lesson 5: Internet Safety and Research Skills**


**Objective**: Learners will learn to navigate the internet safely and search for information
effectively.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector
1. **Introduction** (5 min): Discuss safe internet practices using the projector (e.g., not sharing
personal information, only visiting trusted sites).
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners use a child-friendly browser to search for facts about a topic
(e.g., space or animals).
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Reflect on the importance of verifying information and safe
browsing habits.

#### **Lesson 6: Creating a Simple Presentation**


**Objective**: Learners will create a basic slideshow with text and images.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector

1. **Introduction** (5 min): Use the projector to demonstrate adding slides, inserting text, and
images in presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint).
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners create a two-slide presentation about their favorite hobby or
school subject.
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Present a few examples on the projector and provide positive
feedback.

#### **Lesson 7: Introduction to Basic Spreadsheets**


**Objective**: Learners will learn to input data and perform basic formatting in a spreadsheet.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector

1. **Introduction** (5 min): Demonstrate how to open a spreadsheet program (e.g., MS Excel)


and explain rows, columns, and cells.
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners create a simple table (e.g., days of the week and their favorite
activities). Practice formatting cells (bold, color).
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Discuss how spreadsheets are used in daily life.

#### **Lesson 8: Collaborative Digital Project**


**Objective**: Learners will work in small groups to create a combined project using skills
learned in previous lessons.
**Duration**: 30 minutes
**Resources**: Desktop computers, projector

1. **Introduction** (5 min): Explain the project—a presentation or document summarizing what


they’ve learned about computers. Assign roles (e.g., one types, one formats, one adds images).
2. **Activity** (20 min): Learners work in groups to complete their projects.
3. **Conclusion** (5 min): Groups present their projects on the projector. Celebrate their
teamwork and achievements.

These lessons build on foundational skills while introducing more advanced concepts like file
management, word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets. The emphasis on collaboration
and creativity prepares Grade 3 learners for practical computer use.

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