Components of Computers and… · JHS1 Computing

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.1.1.2.2 - Practise file management techniques (file & folder management, Users & Accounts)

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Create, rename, and organise files and folders on a Windows computer using proper naming conventions.
Explain the purpose and importance of file extensions and identify at least five common ones (e.g., .docx, .jpg, .mp3, .pdf, .xlsx).
Describe the different user account levels on a Windows computer system (Administrator, Standard User, Guest) and their permissions.
Demonstrate how file and folder permissions control what different users can view, edit, or delete.
Apply file management techniques to organise digital files into folders and subfolders in a practical scenario.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Introduction to Computing (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Components of Computers and Computer Systems (1.1)
Content standard: B7.1.1.2 - Demonstrate the use of the features of the Windows Desktop
Indicator: B7.1.1.2.2 - Practise file management techniques (file & folder management, Users & Accounts)
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, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 4
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Explore different account levels for users of computer systems.
2. Explore different permission levels that are applied to files and folders.
Exemplar(s):
1. Demonstrate file management techniques by following the naming conventions and organising files in folders and subfolders
2. Explore the types and importance of file extensions.
3. Explore different account levels for users of computer systems
4. Explore different permission levels that are applied to files and folders.