Introduction to Desktop Publishing · JHS2 Computing

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.2.3.1.1 - Explain the importance of desktop publishing software (DTP)

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define desktop publishing software (DTP) in their own words and distinguish it from ordinary word processing software.
State and explain at least four importance of desktop publishing software in producing professional documents.
Identify and name at least four DTP packages, including MS-Publisher, Adobe InDesign, LibreOffice Draw and QuarkXPress.
Match appropriate DTP software to real-life publishing tasks (e.g., designing a church programme, school magazine or market flyer).
Discuss the advantages of using DTP over handwriting or basic typing for producing printed materials.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Productivity Software (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Introduction to Desktop Publishing (2.3)
Content standard: B8.2.3.1 - Demonstrate how to use MS-Publisher
Indicator: B8.2.3.1.1 - Explain the importance of desktop publishing software (DTP)
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 4 (Week 16 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. 30
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Discuss the meaning of desktop publishing software.
2. Brainstorm to elicit the importance of DTP.
3. Brainstorm to elicit responses of some DTP packages. (e.g. MS-Publisher, Adobe InDesign, LibreOffice Draw, QuarkXpress etc.)