B5 Computing · Term 1 Week 1: Generation of Computers and Parts of a Computer and Other Gadgets

Lesson notes

Indicator: B5.1.1.1.2 - Describe the types of output device and identify their uses.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define the term “output device” in their own words.
Identify at least five different types of output devices.
Describe the function or use of each identified output device.
Match output devices to their appropriate uses in real-life situations.
Work in pairs to sort and classify a given list of devices into output and non-output categories.

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Strand: Introduction to Computing (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Generation of Computers and Parts of a Computer and Other Gadgets (1.1)
Content standard: B5.1.1.1 - Identify parts of a computer and technology tools
Indicator: B5.1.1.1.2 - Describe the types of output device and identify their uses.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 1 (Week 1 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Computing Curriculum (Basic 4-6), 2019, p. 11
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Guide learners to identify types of output devices and their uses. Assist them to list them on the board as well as their uses.