LESSON PLAN 1: Ancient Computing Devices and Early Technology
Lesson Details
Strand: 1.0 Foundation of Computer Studies
Sub Strand: 1.1 Evolution and Development of Computers
Duration: 40 minutes (Single lesson)
Lesson: 1 of 2
Class Level: Grade 10
Key Inquiry Question (Lesson Starter)
What is the importance of the principles of computer technology?
Specific Learning Outcomes
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
a) explain the influence of early computing devices on the evolution of electronic computers,
b) Identify ancient computing devices that led to the development of modern computers.
Selected Learning Experiences
Introduction (8 minutes)
- Pose the key inquiry question to stimulate thinking
- Show images of modern computers and ask: “How do you think we got here?”
- Brief discussion on devices that learners know are used for counting or calculating
