Network Overview · B6 Computing

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B6.6.1.1.4 - Outline what one needs to connect to the Internet.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

List at least four essential items or services needed to connect a device to the Internet.
Explain the role of each item (device, Internet Service Provider, modem or router, and a subscription or data plan) in making an Internet connection work.
Differentiate between hardware (physical equipment) and services (paid or free access) required for Internet connectivity.
Arrange the steps for connecting a device to the Internet in the correct order.
Identify problems that can occur when one of the required items is missing or faulty, and suggest a simple solution.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Internet and Social Media (Strand 6)
Sub-strand: Network Overview (6.1)
Content standard: B6.6.1.1 - Demonstrate how to Network computers.
Indicator: B6.6.1.1.4 - Outline what one needs to connect to the Internet.
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 8 (Week 20 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. 43
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Encourage learners to bring any device or pictures of devices that are needed. eg. desktop computers, Laptop computers, Mobile phones, etc.
NB: This is to help the learner with fundamental principle of problem solving skills and creativity in computing and computer science.