Foundation of Computer Science

Computer concepts
Stages of processing cycle in a computer

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

Explain the meaning of computer science.
Define technology.
Discuss the characteristics of computer.
Appreciate the characteristics of computers.

Learners are guided to explain the meaning of computer science.
Learners to define technology.
In groups, learners to discuss the characteristics of computer

What is computer science? What is technology?

Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 1-2
Pictures
Computing devices
Digital devices
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 3-7
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 7-9

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Foundation of Computer Science

Advantages and disadvantages of using computer
Application areas of computers
Evolution of computers
Tasks performed by computers at different evolution stages
Using computers that existed at different evolution stages
Sustained development of computers I respect to contemporary technology
Generations of computers
Characteristics of different computer generations

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

List and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using computer.
Draw an illustration of a general model of a computer
Appreciate the advantages of using a computer.

In groups, learners are guided to list and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using computer
Learners to draw an illustration of a general model of a computer.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a computer?

Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 9-10
Pictures
Computing devices
Digital devices
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 10-13
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 13-15
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 15-18
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 18-20
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 21
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 22-23
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 23-25

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Foundation of Computer Science

Technologies used in different computer generations
Analysing technological advancement from one computer generation to the other
Classification of computers; Types of computers in a computer user environment
Criteria used to classify computers
Selecting appropriate types of computers for use
Uses of embedded computers in daily life activities
Factors to consider when setting up a computer user environment
Identifying resources for a computer user environment

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

Identify technologies used in different computer generations.
Prepare a personal study timetable.
Use technologies of different computer generations in daily life situations.

In groups, learners are guided to identify technologies used in different computer generations.
As a class, learners are guided to prepare a personal study timetable, using applications such as, My Study Life, Timetable, Daily Schedule or any other.

How do use computer in daily life situations?

Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 25-27
Pictures
Computing devices
Digital devices
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 28-29
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 30-32
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 33-34
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 35
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 35-36
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 38-39

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Foundation of Computer Science

Safety precautions and practices in a computer user environment
Setting up a computer user environment
Emerging trends in computer user environment
Physical parts of a computer; Identification of the physical parts of a computer
Functions of the physical parts of a computer
Connecting the physical parts of a computer for use
Taking part in modelling the interlinked physical parts of a computer
Utilising physical parts of a computer to minimize wastage

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

Identify the safety precautions to observe in a computer user environment.
Participate in setting rules to follow in a computer user environment.
Appreciate the safety precautions and practices in a computer user environment.

In groups, learners to identify the safety precautions to observe in a computer user environment.
In groups, learners are guided to participate in setting rules to follow in a computer user environment

What are the rules to follow in a computer user environment?

Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 40
Pictures
Computing devices
Digital devices
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 40-41
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 42-43
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 44-45
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 45-46
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 46-47
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 47
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 48

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Foundation of Computer Science

Interacting with physical parts of a computer
Appropriate procedure for starting and shutting down a computer
Functions of keys in a computer keyboard
Typing using the home keys
Using pointing devices to manipulate objects in a computer
Computer system overview
Computer Systems Overview
Computer Systems Overview

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

Interact with the available physical devices by identifying them and their functions.
Practice using the physical parts of a computer to perform their specific functions.
Appreciate the physical parts of a computer.

In groups, learners are guided to interact with the available physical devices by identifying them and their functions.
In groups, learners are guided to practice using the physical parts of a computer to perform their specific functions.

What have you learnt about physical parts of a computer?

Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 48
Pictures
Computing devices
Digital devices
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 49-52
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 53-58
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 59-62
Spark; StoryMoja, Computer Science Learner's Book Grade 7 pg. 63-66
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.47-48
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware
Computer science Grade 7 Pg.48-49

Oral questions Oral Report Observation

Foundation of Computer Science

Computer Systems Overview
Computer hardware concepts
Computer hardware concepts
Computer hardware concepts
Computer hardware concepts
Computer hardware concepts
Input devices
Input devices

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

Discuss the importance of computer systems.
Search for information on the importance of computer systems in the society.
Appreciate the importance of computer systems in the society

The learner is guided to
discuss the importance of computer systems.
In groups, Search for information on the importance of computer systems in the society

How are computer systems important in the society?

Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.49-50
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.51-52
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.52
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.52-53
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.8-9
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.55
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.56-57

projects, journals, portfolios, oral questions, Written tests

Foundation of Computer Science

Input devices
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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

List different types of touchscreens.
Find information about the different types of touch screens and make short notes
Appreciate different types of touch screens

The learner is guided to list different types of touchscreens.
Learner to find information about the different types of touch screens and make short notes.

Which is the first generation of computers?

Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.58-59
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.59
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.60-61
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.61
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.62-63
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.64-65
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.65-66

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Foundation of Computer Science

Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Output Devices
Output Devices
Output Devices
Output Devices
Output Devices
Ports and cables

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

Check the types of processors in their phones, laptops, tablets or television
Write down the steps you followed to find the types of processors
Appreciate different types of processors

The learner is guided to in groups, Discuss and set rules to follow in a computer user environment.
Learner to observe the rules set when in the computer user environment

What are processors in computers?

Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.67
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.68
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.69
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.70-71
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.72
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.72-73
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.35-37
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.76

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Foundation of Computer Science

Ports and cables
Computer setup
Computer setup
Computer setup
Computer case

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

Discuss different types of ports and cables.
Search for information on types of cables and ports and write summary notes.
Appreciate the work of cables and ports in the computer system.

The learner is guided to discuss different types of ports and cables.
Learner to search for information on types of cables and ports and write summary notes.

Which keyboard keys on a computer do you know?

Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.77-79
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.80
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.80-81
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.81-82
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.83
Longhorn Computer science Grade 7 Pg.84-85
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips
KLB Top Scholar
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 1-3

projects, journals, portfolios, oral questions, Written tests

Foundation of Computer Science

Computer Motherboard
Computer Buses
Visual Display Unit (VDU)
Printer types and categories
Printer parts and functions
Primary Storage
Random Access Memory (RAM)
Read Only Memory (ROM)
Special Purpose Memory
Secondary Storage Concepts
Fixed Storage Devices
Removable Storage Devices Types
Removable Storage Devices Reading data

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

Explain the function of a motherboard of a computer.
Identify features of a motherboard of a computer.
Explore techniques for mounting computer components on a motherboard.
Mount components of a computer on the motherboard
Appreciate the importance of managing motherboard waste

The learner is guided to:
In turns, discuss the function of a motherboard of a computer,
Use available resources to obtain information on the features of a computer motherboard,
In a computer user environment, identify and list the components of a computer motherboard,
Discuss factors to consider when acquiring a computer motherboard,
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate techniques for mounting computer components on a motherboard,
In groups, mount the components of a computer on the motherboard,
Use locally available materials to model a computer motherboard,
Share ideas on how to reuse or recycle of motherboard waste.

Why do computers have different sizes of motherboards? How are computer components mounted on the motherboard?

Reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips, adaptable locally available materials, checklists
KLB Top Scholar
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 4
computer software, computer hardware, Internet, video, adaptable locally available materials, models, checklists
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 5-6
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips, adaptable locally available materials, models, checklists
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 7-8
Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer software (OS, Utility software and Application programs), computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips, checklists.
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 9-11
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips, models, checklists
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 12-16
Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer software, computer hardware, manilla papers, Internet, video, audio clips
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 17-20
Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer software, computer hardware, manila papers, Internet, video, audio clips
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 21
Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, visual programming tools, computer software (OS, Utility software and Application programs), computer hardware Internet, video, audio clips
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 22
Digital devices, reference materials, computer software, computer hardware, manilla papers, Internet, video
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 23
Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer software (OS, Utility software and Application programs), computer hardware, Internet, video
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 24-27
Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer hardware
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 28
Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 29
Computer Science Grade 8 Learners Book page 30

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