JHS1 Computing · Term 1 Week 12: Introduction to Word Processing

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.2.1.1.2 - Demonstrate how to insert, select, delete and move text

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the cursor, insertion point and editing tools in the Microsoft Word window.
Demonstrate how to insert text at any point in a document by clicking to set the insertion point.
Demonstrate how to select text using the mouse (click and drag) and the keyboard (Shift + arrow keys).
Demonstrate how to delete text using the Backspace and Delete keys, and explain the difference between the two.
Demonstrate how to move text within a document using the cut and paste method, and with the drag and drop method.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Productivity Software (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Introduction to Word Processing (2.1)
Content standard: B7.2.1.1 - Demonstrate how to use Microsoft Word (Editing)
Indicator: B7.2.1.1.2 - Demonstrate how to insert, select, delete and move text
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 12 (Week 12 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, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 8
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Show projected examples of MS-Word interface with the aid of a computer, projector or pictures.
2. Explore tools for editing in MS Word
3. Explore the use of the overtype or insert option by right-clicking the status bar.