Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Input devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify input devices used in computing
- Explain the function of various input devices
- Appreciate the diversity of input devices

- Identify and use input devices (keyboard, mouse, scanner, microphone)
- Practice typing, using a mouse, scanning documents, and recording voice
- Discuss the function of each input device

How do input devices enable human-computer interaction?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 86
- Input devices
- Computers
- Digital resources

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer assessment

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Output devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify output devices used in computing
- Explain the function of various output devices
- Value the role of output devices in computing

- Identify and use output devices (monitor, printer, speakers)
- Experience hard copy (printed) and soft copy (screen) outputs
- Compare different output methods

What distinguishes hard copy from soft copy output?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 87
- Output devices
- Computers
- Digital resources

- Practical assessment - Observation - Written test

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Output devices
Computer Hardware - Storage devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify output devices used in computing
- Explain the function of various output devices
- Value the role of output devices in computing

- Identify storage devices used in computing
- Differentiate between fixed and removable storage
- Show interest in data storage technologies

- Identify and use output devices (monitor, printer, speakers)
- Experience hard copy (printed) and soft copy (screen) outputs
- Compare different output methods
- Identify storage devices (hard drives, USB drives, memory cards, CDs/DVDs)
- Discuss the difference between fixed and removable storage
- Practice saving and retrieving files using different storage devices

What distinguishes hard copy from soft copy output?
How have storage devices evolved over time?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 87
- Output devices
- Computers
- Digital resources
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 88
- Storage devices
- Computers
- Digital resources

- Practical assessment - Observation - Written test
- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer assessment

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Categorizing hardware devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Categorize computer hardware devices
- Match devices to their appropriate categories
- Appreciate the integrated nature of hardware systems

- Sort computer hardware devices into categories (input, output, storage)
- Create classification charts for hardware devices
- Discuss how different hardware components work together

How do hardware components work together as a system?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 89
- Computer hardware components
- Classification materials
- Digital resources

- Practical assessment - Observation - Written test

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Using computer hardware

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Use computer hardware to perform tasks
- Connect and operate different hardware devices
- Value the efficiency of computer hardware

- Perform tasks using input devices (typing, scanning, etc.)
- Create outputs using output devices (printing, displaying on screen)
- Save and retrieve files using storage devices

How do we select appropriate hardware for specific tasks?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 90
- Computer hardware
- Task cards
- Digital resources

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer assessment

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Importance of computer hardware

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss the importance of computer hardware
- Explain how hardware enables computing tasks
- Recognize the value of hardware in computing

- Discuss the importance of computer hardware devices in a user environment
- Create summaries and charts on the importance of computer hardware
- Present findings to the class

Why is computer hardware essential in modern society?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 91
- Reference materials
- Chart papers
- Digital resources

- Question and answer - Presentation assessment - Written test

Tools and Production
Entrepreneurship

Computer Hardware - Importance of computer hardware
Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Meaning of entrepreneurship

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss the importance of computer hardware
- Explain how hardware enables computing tasks
- Recognize the value of hardware in computing

- Explain the meaning of entrepreneurship
- Define the term entrepreneur
- Value the role of entrepreneurs

- Discuss the importance of computer hardware devices in a user environment
- Create summaries and charts on the importance of computer hardware
- Present findings to the class
- Brainstorm and present the meaning of the terms 'entrepreneur' and 'entrepreneurship'
- Study pictures and stories about entrepreneurs
- Discuss the meaning based on examples

Why is computer hardware essential in modern society?
Why is entrepreneurship important in the community?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 91
- Reference materials
- Chart papers
- Digital resources
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 92
- Digital resources
- Case studies
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Presentation assessment - Written test
- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Importance of entrepreneurship
Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Qualities of an entrepreneur

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the importance of entrepreneurship to an individual and community
- Identify benefits of entrepreneurship
- Appreciate entrepreneurship for development

- Discuss and present on the importance of entrepreneurship to an individual and community
- Analyze case studies of successful entrepreneurs
- Identify benefits of entrepreneurship in local contexts

How does entrepreneurship contribute to community development?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 93
- Digital resources
- Case studies
- Reference materials
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 94
- Video clips

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Self-assessment of entrepreneurial qualities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Conduct self-assessment on entrepreneurial qualities
- Identify personal entrepreneurial traits
- Appreciate personal entrepreneurial potential

- Conduct self-assessment on entrepreneurial qualities
- Compare personal qualities with those of successful entrepreneurs
- Identify areas for personal development

How can I develop my entrepreneurial qualities?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 95
- Self-assessment tools
- Case studies
- Reference materials

- Self-assessment - Observation - Written reflection

Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Sources of business ideas
Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Evaluating business opportunities
Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Factors for business success

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explore sources of business ideas for a business venture
- Identify different ways to generate business ideas
- Show interest in business idea generation

- Evaluate the factors that enhance success in a business
- Identify common causes of business failure
- Appreciate strategic planning in business

- Use available resources to search for and present the meaning and sources of business ideas
- Discuss how entrepreneurs get business ideas from different sources
- Compile a list of business ideas
- Read, analyse and present on a case study about the factors that enhance business success
- Discuss common reasons for business failure
- Create a success factors checklist for a small business

What are the sources of innovative business ideas?
What factors contribute to business success or failure?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 96
- Digital resources
- Case studies
- Reference materials
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 97
- Evaluation tools
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 97
- Case studies
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Practical assessment - Peer assessment
- Question and answer - Presentation assessment - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Entrepreneurship - Role of entrepreneurship in the community
Production Unit - Meaning of production unit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Discuss the role of entrepreneurship in the community
- Explain how entrepreneurs contribute to community development
- Practice entrepreneurship for self and community development

- Debate the motion: "Entrepreneurs play a big role in the growth of a community"
- Create charts showing the roles of entrepreneurs in the community
- Identify local entrepreneurs and their contributions

How do entrepreneurs contribute to solving community challenges?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 97
- Digital resources
- Chart papers
- Reference materials
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 98
- Digital cameras
- Poster materials

- Debate assessment - Observation - Peer assessment

Entrepreneurship

Production Unit - Factors for locating a production unit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify factors considered when locating a production unit
- Explain the importance of location for business success
- Show interest in strategic business location

- Brainstorm on the factors considered when choosing the location of a production unit
- Study pictures of businesses in different locations
- Discuss why businesses choose specific locations

What factors should be considered when choosing a location for a production unit?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 99
- Digital resources
- Case studies
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Production Unit - Visiting local production units

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyze factors that influenced the location of a particular production unit
- Conduct field research on production units
- Appreciate location decisions in business

- Visit local production units (salon, barbershop, welding workshop, posho mill)
- Ask owners why they chose their location
- Present findings to the class

How do local entrepreneurs determine the best location for their businesses?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 100
- Field notebooks
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Field report assessment - Presentation assessment - Peer assessment

Entrepreneurship

Production Unit - Size determinants of a production unit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify factors that determine the size of a production unit
- Analyze how these factors influence business scale
- Value appropriate sizing decisions for businesses

- Discuss factors that determine the size of a production unit
- Compare production units of different sizes
- Analyze how factors like capital, employees, and production volume affect size

Why do production units vary in size?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 101
- Digital resources
- Case studies
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Production Unit - Analysis of production unit size factors

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Present factors that determine the size of a production unit
- Explain the relationship between size factors
- Show interest in business scale considerations

- Analyze the size of production units visited in earlier lessons
- Discuss factors that determined their size
- Create a chart showing size determinants

How do entrepreneurs decide on the optimal size for their production units?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 102
- Chart papers
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer assessment

Entrepreneurship

Production Unit - Importance of suitable location
Production Unit - Online research on location importance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the importance of locating a production unit in a suitable area
- Identify benefits of strategic location
- Value strategic location decisions

- Research the importance of production unit location
- Organize and present research findings
- Appreciate the impact of location on business success

- Role-play as a business owner deciding where to locate a production unit
- Discuss advantages and disadvantages of different locations
- Present the importance of suitable location
- Search online for information on the importance of locating a production unit in a suitable area
- Organize findings into a structured presentation
- Share findings with classmates

How does location affect the success of a production unit?
What research shows about the impact of location on business success?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 102
- Role-play materials
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 102
- Digital devices
- Internet access
- Presentation materials

- Role-play assessment - Observation - Peer assessment
- Research assessment - Presentation assessment - Peer assessment

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Meaning of financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the meaning of setting goals in financial management
- Create a mind map on financial goals
- Value financial goal setting

- Brainstorm what the word 'goal' means
- Discuss mind maps on setting goals in financial management
- Create personal mind maps for financial goals

Why is it important for an individual to set financial goals?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 103
- Mind map materials
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Meaning of financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the meaning of setting goals in financial management
- Create a mind map on financial goals
- Value financial goal setting

- Brainstorm what the word 'goal' means
- Discuss mind maps on setting goals in financial management
- Create personal mind maps for financial goals

Why is it important for an individual to set financial goals?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 103
- Mind map materials
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Practical assessment - Peer assessment

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Importance of financial discipline
Financial Goals - Importance of setting financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the importance of financial discipline
- Discuss how financial discipline supports goal achievement
- Value disciplined financial management

- Discuss the importance of setting goals in financial management
- Identify benefits of financial goal setting
- Appreciate strategic financial planning

- Listen to a resource person on the importance of financial discipline
- Discuss the importance of financial discipline using dialogue examples
- Role-play scenarios demonstrating financial discipline
- Discuss why setting financial goals is important
- Create a chart on the importance of setting goals in financial management
- Find additional information on financial goal setting

What are the benefits of practicing financial discipline?
How do financial goals help in managing money effectively?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 104
- Resource person
- Role-play materials
- Reference materials
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 105
- Chart papers
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Observation - Role-play assessment - Written test
- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Factors in setting financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyse the factors to consider when setting financial goals
- Apply these factors to personal goal setting
- Value thorough financial planning

- Brainstorm and present on the factors to consider when setting financial goals
- Choose a financial goal and discuss relevant factors
- Watch videos on factors to consider in financial goal setting

What factors should be considered when setting financial goals?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 106
- Digital resources
- Video materials
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Factors in setting financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Analyse the factors to consider when setting financial goals
- Apply these factors to personal goal setting
- Value thorough financial planning

- Brainstorm and present on the factors to consider when setting financial goals
- Choose a financial goal and discuss relevant factors
- Watch videos on factors to consider in financial goal setting

What factors should be considered when setting financial goals?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 106
- Digital resources
- Video materials
- Reference materials

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Setting SMART financial goals
Financial Goals - Peer review of financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Formulate financial goals for individual development
- Apply the SMART criteria to financial goals
- Show interest in achieving financial goals

- Assess financial goals using SMART criteria
- Provide constructive feedback on goals
- Value peer input in goal development

- Search online for information on setting SMART financial goals
- Set a SMART financial goal with a timeline
- Create a plan for achieving the goal
- Share financial goals with peers
- Check if goals are SMART
- Provide feedback and suggestions for improvement

How can we create achievable financial goals?
How can peer feedback help improve financial goals?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 107
- Digital resources
- Goal planning templates
- Reference materials
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 107
- Goal worksheets
- Feedback forms
- Reference materials

- Practical assessment - Observation - Self-assessment
- Peer assessment - Observation - Self-assessment

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Observing financial discipline

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Observe financial discipline in financial management
- Develop strategies for maintaining discipline
- Appreciate the role of discipline in achieving goals

- Discuss strategies for observing financial discipline
- Role-play scenarios involving financial decisions
- Create a personal financial discipline plan

How can we maintain financial discipline in our daily lives?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 108
- Role-play materials
- Planning templates
- Reference materials

- Practical assessment - Observation - Self-assessment

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Financial goal achievement strategies

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Develop strategies for achieving financial goals
- Create action plans for financial goals
- Show commitment to financial goal achievement

- Discuss strategies for achieving financial goals
- Create detailed action plans for personal financial goals
- Share and refine strategies based on feedback

What strategies help ensure financial goals are achieved?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 109
- Planning templates
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Practical assessment - Presentation assessment - Peer assessment

Entrepreneurship

Financial Goals - Financial goal achievement strategies
Financial Goals - Monitoring and adjusting financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Develop strategies for achieving financial goals
- Create action plans for financial goals
- Show commitment to financial goal achievement

- Explain methods for monitoring financial goals
- Identify when and how to adjust goals
- Appreciate flexibility in financial planning

- Discuss strategies for achieving financial goals
- Create detailed action plans for personal financial goals
- Share and refine strategies based on feedback
- Discuss how to track progress toward financial goals
- Identify circumstances that might require goal adjustment
- Create a monitoring system for personal financial goals

What strategies help ensure financial goals are achieved?
Why is it important to monitor and adjust financial goals?

Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 109
- Planning templates
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
Booklyst Master Pre-Technical Studies pg. 110
- Monitoring templates
- Digital resources
- Reference materials

- Practical assessment - Presentation assessment - Peer assessment
- Question and answer - Practical assessment - Self-assessment