Introduction to Ms-windows… · B6 Computing

Lesson notes

Indicator: B6.1.2.1.10 - Demonstrate the use of Recent Files Section of the File Explorer to access frequently used files of the computer.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify the Recent Files section in the File Explorer window and describe what it shows.
Access a recently used file by clicking on it in the Recent Files list.
Explain why the Recent Files section is useful for saving time when working on the computer.
Distinguish between files that appear in Recent Files and files that do not (such as files that have never been opened).
Demonstrate opening a frequently used file from the Recent Files section without navigating through multiple folders.

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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: B6.1.2.1.10 - Demonstrate the use of Recent Files Section of the File Explorer to access frequently used files of the computer.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 6 (Week 6 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. 32
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Guide learners to explore the use of Recent Files Section of the File Explorer to access frequently used files of the computer.