Basic 9 Computing Term 1 Week 3 Lesson Plan

Display a collection of images – one of someone wearing Google Glass, one of an E-Paper display (like those in grocery store price tags), and one of someone reading on a Kindle. Ask students to discuss in pairs what they think these devices do and how they might be used in daily life.

Learners view a locally stored page on the E-reader tablet and note readability, portability and power use. They study the Printed wearable-display photograph and identify hands-free output uses in health, work or navigation. Groups use the Printed e-paper comparison card to compare e-paper with an ordinary monitor and printed paper. They present suitable uses and limitations for e-readers, wearable displays and e-paper.

Recap the importance and versatility of modern output devices, noting their role in making our lives more convenient and potentially reducing our environmental footprint. Use peer discussion and effective questioning to find out from learners what they have learnt during the lesson.

Share performance indicators and introduce the lesson. Display an image of a floppy disk, a CD, a USB drive, and a cloud symbol. Ask students to discuss in pairs or small groups the evolution of storage over time and how each device or symbol represents storage.

Concrete-resource task: Set out these resources for each group: USB flash drive; Hard disk drive; Memory card. Learners inspect the hardware and printed examples, then operate or compare them during the computing task below. Begin with an overview of storage systems, from physical storage (like CDs, DVDs) to digital storage methods. Discuss network storage systems, how cloud storage fits into this, and other forms like smart cards and holographic storage. Divide students into groups, assigning each group a specific storage type (e.g., one group might research Google Drive while another focuses on smart cards). Using classroom resources like computers or tablets, groups should explore their assigned storage system, focusing on its primary functions, benefits, and drawbacks. each group will present their findings briefly. Facilitate a discussion comparing the different storage methods, especially highlighting the pros and cons of cloud storage. Assessment 1. What is the primary difference between cloud storage and network storage? 2. What is a specific use of a smart card in daily life? 3. How does holographic storage differ from traditional storage methods? 4. Name one advantage and one disadvantage of using cloud storage.

Take feedback from learners and summarize the lesson. Recap the day's discussions, emphasizing the increasing importance of understanding and navigating various storage systems in our modern world.