By Elimu Assistant Team 
LESSON PLAN 51: Introduction to Flowcharts (40 minutes)
Class: Grade 10
Subject: Computer Studies
Strand: 3.0 Software Development
Sub Strand: 3.1 Program Development Overview
Lesson Duration: 40 minutes
Date:
Key Inquiry Question (Starter)
“Can we represent algorithms visually?”
Specific Learning Outcomes
- Identify standard flowchart symbols
- Understand how symbols represent algorithm steps
- Represent logical flow using a flowchart
Learning Experiences
- Discuss standard symbols (start, input, processing, decision, repetition, continuation, output, end)
- Demonstrate how symbols are used to represent an algorithm
Learning Resources
- Projector and computer
- Whiteboard and markers
- Computer Studies textbook (chapter on Flowcharts)
- PowerPoint slides: Flowchart symbols with animations
- Printed handouts: Flowchart symbols reference sheet and grid paper
- Rulers, pencils, and erasers
- Laminated flowchart symbols poster for classroom
- Online flowchart tool demonstration (if internet available)
Lesson Structure
Introduction (5 min)
- Project images: Road signs, bathroom symbols, airport signs
- Discuss: “Why do we use symbols instead of words?”
- Connect to computer science: Visual representation of logic
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