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

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B5.1.1.1.3 - Distinguish the difference and similarities between analogue and digital devices e.g. telephone, mobile phone, radio, tablets, satellite etc.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define analogue devices and digital devices in their own words.
Sort at least six everyday devices into analogue or digital categories correctly.
State at least three differences between analogue and digital devices.
State at least two similarities between analogue and digital devices.
Give at least two additional examples of analogue devices and two additional examples of digital devices beyond those discussed in class.

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Curriculum details

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: B5.1.1.1.3 - Distinguish the difference and similarities between analogue and digital devices e.g. telephone, mobile phone, radio, tablets, satellite etc.
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.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Guide the learners to identify the similarities and differences between analogue and digital devices. Present examples of analogue and digital devices to learners. Aid them to mention other examples of analogue devices and digital devices as well as noticing the differences.