B6 Computing · Term 1 Week 4: Introduction to Ms-windows Interface (desktop Background and Locations of the Computer)

Lesson notes

Indicator: B6.1.2.1.5 - Illustrate the use of File Explorer window and locations of the computer through the file explorer.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the File Explorer icon on the taskbar and open the File Explorer window using at least two different methods.
Name and point to the main parts of the File Explorer window, including the title bar, address bar, search box, navigation pane, and the main viewing area.
Explain the purpose of the navigation pane and the address bar in helping users find files and folders.
Use the File Explorer to locate at least three different locations on the computer, such as This PC, Desktop, and Documents.
Draw and label a simple diagram of the File Explorer window showing its key parts.

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Strand: Introduction to Computing (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Introduction to Ms-windows Interface (desktop Background and Locations of the Computer) (1.2)
Content standard: B6.1.2.1 - Demonstrate the use of the Desktop Background as well as working with folders.
Indicator: B6.1.2.1.5 - Illustrate the use of File Explorer window and locations of the computer through the file explorer.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 4 (Week 4 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. 31
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Guide learners to the use File Explorer window and locations of the computer through the file explorer.