B6 Computing · Term 1, Week 10

Technology in the Community

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B6.1.4.1.1 - Define communication.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

  1. State a clear definition of communication in their own words.
  2. Identify the key elements of communication: sender, message, medium, receiver, and feedback.
  3. Give at least three examples of communication happening around them in their community.
  4. Distinguish between verbal and non-verbal communication with local examples.
  5. Work in groups to discuss communication and present their findings to the class.

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Curriculum details

Strand
Introduction to Computing (Strand 1)
Sub-strand
Technology in the Community (1.4)
Content standard
B6.1.4.1 - Demonstrate the use of Technology in the community.
Indicator
B6.1.4.1.1 - Define communication.
Suggested placement
Term 1, Week 10 (Week 10 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. 36

Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Put learners into groups, to discuss communication and present findings to the class.