Robotics · JHS1 Computing

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.4.3.1.1 - Review the various applications of robotic machines in society

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

State at least five different applications of robotic machines in society, giving one example of a robot for each application.
Explain, in their own words, how robots are used in at least three sectors (for example, health, manufacturing, and education).
Identify at least two prospects (benefits) and two challenges of using robots in various operations.
Present a short oral report (2 to 3 minutes) on a robot application, organising ideas in a clear order with relevant details.
Discuss at least one societal issue that arises from the increasing use of robots, such as job loss or cost of deployment.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Computational Thinking (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Robotics (4.3)
Content standard: B7.4.3.1 - Discuss Robot Intelligence Concepts
Indicator: B7.4.3.1.1 - Review the various applications of robotic machines in society
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 11 (Week 35 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. 22
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. State the applications and uses of robots in society (e.g. manufacturing, health, education, assembling and packing, transport, surgery, laboratory research, mass production of consumer and industrial goods, taking pictures, etc.)
2. Explore prospects and challenges of using robots in various operations