Free Parts Of The Computer Showing Software And Hardware Lesson Plan for 1st Grade Students

Topic: Parts of the computer showing software and hardware

Objectives & Outcomes:

• Students will be able to identify and name the different parts of the computer, including monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
• Students will be able to describe the basic functions of each part of the computer.
• Students will be able to define the terms "computer software" and "computer hardware."

Materials:

• Computer with internet access
• Whiteboard or blackboard and markers
• Handouts with pictures of different parts of the computer (monitor, keyboard, mouse)

Warm-Up

• Show the students a picture of a computer and ask them what they see. Ask them to name each part they see and what it is used for.
• Then, ask the students if they know what a computer is and what it is used for.

Direct Instruction

• Explain that a computer is a machine that can process information and can also store and display information.
• Show the students pictures of the different parts of the computer and explain their functions:
• The monitor displays information and is the main part of the computer that the user sees.
• The keyboard allows the user to enter information into the computer.
• The mouse is used to move the cursor on the monitor and select items on the screen.
• The hard drive stores information in the computer and can be internal or external.
• The software is the set of instructions that the computer follows to perform tasks and functions.
• The hardware is the physical parts of the computer, including the monitor, keyboard, mouse, hard drive, and any other components.

Guided Practice

• Divide the students into small groups and give each group a set of computer parts.
• Have the students work together to identify the parts and explain their functions.
• As they work, circulate around the room to provide support and assist students as needed.
• When everyone has finished, have the students present their findings to the class

Independent Practice

• Have the students work in pairs to create a model of a computer using craft materials.
• Encourage them to include both software and hardware components in their model.
• When they have finished, have the pairs present their computers to the class

Closure

• Review the main points of the lesson, including the components of a computer and their functions.
• Ask the students to explain the difference between computer software and hardware.

Assessment

• Observe the students during the guided and independent practice activities to assess their understanding of the concepts.
• Collect and review their drawings or models to assess their ability to explain the parts of the computer and their functions.
• Administer a quiz or a written assessment to assess the students' understanding of the basic terms and concepts related to computer hardware and software.