Foundation of Computer Science

Computer case

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

Outline the procedure for disassembling and assembling a computer case
Disassemble computer cases to expose components.
Identify the components housed in a computer case
Assemble computer cases to cover components
Prepare a list of specifications of computer cases
Recognize the importance of managing computer case waste.

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the meaning computer case,
Watch a video clip that shows the procedure to follow when disassembling and assembling a computer case
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate how to disassemble and assemble a computer case,
In groups, model a computer case using locally available materials,
In turns, disassemble and assemble a computer case while observing safety measures,
Discuss the components housed in a computer case,
Take part in assembling a computer case while observing safety measures,
Engage parent or guardian in preparation of computer case specifications list,
In groups participate in communal activities involving the management of computer case wastes.

What is the importance of a computer case? How are computer cases acquired?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Computer case

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

Outline the procedure for disassembling and assembling a computer case
Disassemble computer cases to expose components.
Identify the components housed in a computer case
Assemble computer cases to cover components
Prepare a list of specifications of computer cases
Recognize the importance of managing computer case waste.

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the meaning computer case,
Watch a video clip that shows the procedure to follow when disassembling and assembling a computer case
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate how to disassemble and assemble a computer case,
In groups, model a computer case using locally available materials,
In turns, disassemble and assemble a computer case while observing safety measures,
Discuss the components housed in a computer case,
Take part in assembling a computer case while observing safety measures,
Engage parent or guardian in preparation of computer case specifications list,
In groups participate in communal activities involving the management of computer case wastes.

What is the importance of a computer case? How are computer cases acquired?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Computer Motherboard

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?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Computer Buses

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

Identify types of buses in computers.
Relate computer buses to their functions
Explore the way buses connect the CPU to the memory and input or output devices
Acknowledge the importance of buses in computers.

The learner is guided to:
Take turns to discuss the meaning of the term computer buses,
Use available resources to search for types of computer buses (data, address, control),
Consult a resource person to discuss the functions of computer buses.
In groups, match computer buses to their functions,
Watch a video clip that has information on how buses are used in a computer,
In groups, draw a diagram that shows how buses are used to connect the CPU to the memory and input or output devices,
Share ideas on the use of different types of computer buses.

What is the importance of buses in a computer? How do buses transmit data?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Computer Buses

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

Identify types of buses in computers.
Relate computer buses to their functions
Explore the way buses connect the CPU to the memory and input or output devices
Acknowledge the importance of buses in computers.

The learner is guided to:
Take turns to discuss the meaning of the term computer buses,
Use available resources to search for types of computer buses (data, address, control),
Consult a resource person to discuss the functions of computer buses.
In groups, match computer buses to their functions,
Watch a video clip that has information on how buses are used in a computer,
In groups, draw a diagram that shows how buses are used to connect the CPU to the memory and input or output devices,
Share ideas on the use of different types of computer buses.

What is the importance of buses in a computer? How do buses transmit data?

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Computer Buses

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

Identify types of buses in computers.
Relate computer buses to their functions
Explore the way buses connect the CPU to the memory and input or output devices
Acknowledge the importance of buses in computers.

The learner is guided to:
Take turns to discuss the meaning of the term computer buses,
Use available resources to search for types of computer buses (data, address, control),
Consult a resource person to discuss the functions of computer buses.
In groups, match computer buses to their functions,
Watch a video clip that has information on how buses are used in a computer,
In groups, draw a diagram that shows how buses are used to connect the CPU to the memory and input or output devices,
Share ideas on the use of different types of computer buses.

What is the importance of buses in a computer? How do buses transmit data?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Visual Display Unit (VDU)

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

Identify the visual display unit of a computer
Explain the functions of a visual display unit in a computer
Describe types of visual display technologies of computers
Select computer VDU with a quality display
Embrace value addition in the technological development of VDU

The learner is guided to:
Brainstorm the meaning of the term visual display unit of a computer,
Take turns to discuss and list examples of a visual display unit (cathode ray tube, flat panels, digital projectors, calculator screens, mobile phone screens),
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate the functions of a visual display unit,
In groups, discuss and list types of technologies used in a visual display (including liquid crystal display, light emitting diodes, plasma display and panels display),
In turns, discuss factors to consider when selecting a visual display unit (size, resolution, monochrome or colours, refresh rate, graphic adapters),
Take part in preparing a checklist of specifications of VDU and use it to select the quality display of a computer,
Participate in communal activities involving reusing or recycling VDUs to minimize wastage,
In turns, discuss the difference between light emitting diodes (LED screens and liquid crystal displays (LCD)-LED backlit screens

What informs the choice of a visual display unit? 2. How is the quality of VDU determined?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Visual Display Unit (VDU)

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

Identify the visual display unit of a computer
Explain the functions of a visual display unit in a computer
Describe types of visual display technologies of computers
Select computer VDU with a quality display
Embrace value addition in the technological development of VDU

The learner is guided to:
Brainstorm the meaning of the term visual display unit of a computer,
Take turns to discuss and list examples of a visual display unit (cathode ray tube, flat panels, digital projectors, calculator screens, mobile phone screens),
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate the functions of a visual display unit,
In groups, discuss and list types of technologies used in a visual display (including liquid crystal display, light emitting diodes, plasma display and panels display),
In turns, discuss factors to consider when selecting a visual display unit (size, resolution, monochrome or colours, refresh rate, graphic adapters),
Take part in preparing a checklist of specifications of VDU and use it to select the quality display of a computer,
Participate in communal activities involving reusing or recycling VDUs to minimize wastage,
In turns, discuss the difference between light emitting diodes (LED screens and liquid crystal displays (LCD)-LED backlit screens

What informs the choice of a visual display unit? 2. How is the quality of VDU determined?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Visual Display Unit (VDU)

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

Identify the visual display unit of a computer
Explain the functions of a visual display unit in a computer
Describe types of visual display technologies of computers
Select computer VDU with a quality display
Embrace value addition in the technological development of VDU

The learner is guided to:
Brainstorm the meaning of the term visual display unit of a computer,
Take turns to discuss and list examples of a visual display unit (cathode ray tube, flat panels, digital projectors, calculator screens, mobile phone screens),
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate the functions of a visual display unit,
In groups, discuss and list types of technologies used in a visual display (including liquid crystal display, light emitting diodes, plasma display and panels display),
In turns, discuss factors to consider when selecting a visual display unit (size, resolution, monochrome or colours, refresh rate, graphic adapters),
Take part in preparing a checklist of specifications of VDU and use it to select the quality display of a computer,
Participate in communal activities involving reusing or recycling VDUs to minimize wastage,
In turns, discuss the difference between light emitting diodes (LED screens and liquid crystal displays (LCD)-LED backlit screens

What informs the choice of a visual display unit? 2. How is the quality of VDU determined?

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Printer types and categories

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

Identify various printers in a computer user environment.
Categorise printers based on their printing mechanism
Select the appropriate printer for different situations
Use printers to perform tasks
Manage waste from printers
Acknowledge value addition in the technological development of printers.

The learner is guided to:
Visit a computer user environment and identify available printers Including: (inkjet printers, laser printers and 3D printers),
Watch a video clip on categories of printers and list them (impact and non-impact printers),
Take turns to match printers to their appropriate categories,
In groups, discuss factors considered when selecting printers,
In turns, use printers to perform tasks (print a document or images),
Take part in communal activities dealing with reusing or recycling the parts of printers to minimise wastage,
In groups, assess user computing needs and select appropriate printers for different situations (e.g., a user on a fixed budget, a home user, a business user or a photographer),
Consult a computer user to discuss and demonstrate how to use a printer appropriately,
Type a paragraph and use an available printer to print,
In turns practice using printing papers economically by either reusing or recycling them to minimise wastage,
Share ideas on the technological trends in the development of printers.

How do printers print documents? What is the role of a computer during printing?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Printer types and categories

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

Identify various printers in a computer user environment.
Categorise printers based on their printing mechanism
Select the appropriate printer for different situations
Use printers to perform tasks
Manage waste from printers
Acknowledge value addition in the technological development of printers.

The learner is guided to:
Visit a computer user environment and identify available printers Including: (inkjet printers, laser printers and 3D printers),
Watch a video clip on categories of printers and list them (impact and non-impact printers),
Take turns to match printers to their appropriate categories,
In groups, discuss factors considered when selecting printers,
In turns, use printers to perform tasks (print a document or images),
Take part in communal activities dealing with reusing or recycling the parts of printers to minimise wastage,
In groups, assess user computing needs and select appropriate printers for different situations (e.g., a user on a fixed budget, a home user, a business user or a photographer),
Consult a computer user to discuss and demonstrate how to use a printer appropriately,
Type a paragraph and use an available printer to print,
In turns practice using printing papers economically by either reusing or recycling them to minimise wastage,
Share ideas on the technological trends in the development of printers.

How do printers print documents? What is the role of a computer during printing?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Printer parts and functions

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

Identify various printers in a computer user environment.
Categorise printers based on their printing mechanism
Select the appropriate printer for different situations
Use printers to perform tasks
Manage waste from printers
Acknowledge value addition in the technological development of printers.

The learner is guided to:
Visit a computer user environment and identify available printers Including: (inkjet printers, laser printers and 3D printers),
Watch a video clip on categories of printers and list them (impact and non-impact printers),
Take turns to match printers to their appropriate categories,
In groups, discuss factors considered when selecting printers,
In turns, use printers to perform tasks (print a document or images),
Take part in communal activities dealing with reusing or recycling the parts of printers to minimise wastage,
In groups, assess user computing needs and select appropriate printers for different situations (e.g., a user on a fixed budget, a home user, a business user or a photographer),
Consult a computer user to discuss and demonstrate how to use a printer appropriately,
Type a paragraph and use an available printer to print,
In turns practice using printing papers economically by either reusing or recycling them to minimise wastage,
Share ideas on the technological trends in the development of printers.

How do printers print documents? What is the role of a computer during printing?

Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips, models, checklists
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Foundation of Computer Science

Primary Storage

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

Locate the primary storage in a computer
Identify types of primary storage in a computers
Relate primary storage to the CPU in a computer
Prepare a list of the specifications of primary memory storage.
Use primary storage in computers.
Embrace value addition in the technological development of primary storage

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the meaning of the term primary storage,
Visit a computer user environment and locate the primary storage,
In turns, use available computers to identify types of primary storage,
Draw a well labelled diagram showing the linkage between the primary storage and the CPU in a computer,
Consult a resource person to support in preparing primary memory specifications list for use when purchasing a computer,
Share experience on the use of computers with primary memory and those without primary memory.

Why is a computer's primary memory important in a computer? 2. How does a computer use primary memory?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Primary Storage

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

Locate the primary storage in a computer
Identify types of primary storage in a computers
Relate primary storage to the CPU in a computer
Prepare a list of the specifications of primary memory storage.
Use primary storage in computers.
Embrace value addition in the technological development of primary storage

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the meaning of the term primary storage,
Visit a computer user environment and locate the primary storage,
In turns, use available computers to identify types of primary storage,
Draw a well labelled diagram showing the linkage between the primary storage and the CPU in a computer,
Consult a resource person to support in preparing primary memory specifications list for use when purchasing a computer,
Share experience on the use of computers with primary memory and those without primary memory.

Why is a computer's primary memory important in a computer? 2. How does a computer use primary memory?

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Foundation of Computer Science

Primary Storage

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

Locate the primary storage in a computer
Identify types of primary storage in a computers
Relate primary storage to the CPU in a computer
Prepare a list of the specifications of primary memory storage.
Use primary storage in computers.
Embrace value addition in the technological development of primary storage

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the meaning of the term primary storage,
Visit a computer user environment and locate the primary storage,
In turns, use available computers to identify types of primary storage,
Draw a well labelled diagram showing the linkage between the primary storage and the CPU in a computer,
Consult a resource person to support in preparing primary memory specifications list for use when purchasing a computer,
Share experience on the use of computers with primary memory and those without primary memory.

Why is a computer's primary memory important in a computer? 2. How does a computer use primary memory?

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

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

Describe types of random access memory in computers
Relate different random access memory to their functions
Store data in random access memory
Access data in random access memory
Advocate the application of random access memory technology in real-life situations.

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the definition of RAM,
Visit a computer user environment and identify different types of random access memory (Static RAM and Dynamic RAM),
In groups, discuss the characteristics of RAM,
Debate on the differences between static RAM and dynamic RAM of computers,
In turns, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of random access random memory,
Consult a resource person to demonstrate how to store and access data in random access memory,
Practice applying random access memory technology in real-life situations.

How is data accessed in a RAM? 2. Why is RAM important in a computer?

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

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

Describe types of random access memory in computers
Relate different random access memory to their functions
Store data in random access memory
Access data in random access memory
Advocate the application of random access memory technology in real-life situations.

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the definition of RAM,
Visit a computer user environment and identify different types of random access memory (Static RAM and Dynamic RAM),
In groups, discuss the characteristics of RAM,
Debate on the differences between static RAM and dynamic RAM of computers,
In turns, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of random access random memory,
Consult a resource person to demonstrate how to store and access data in random access memory,
Practice applying random access memory technology in real-life situations.

How is data accessed in a RAM? 2. Why is RAM important in a computer?

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Read Only Memory (ROM)

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

Explain the types of read only memory of a computer
Relate different read only memory to their functions
Differentiate between rom and ram of computers
Apply ram and rom chips technology in real-life situations
Collaborate in the use of read only memory chips technology in solving problems

The learner is guided to:
Brainstorm on the meaning of the term ROM,
In groups, discuss the characteristics of ROM,
Visit a computer use environment and identify different types of ROM, and outline their unique features,
Consult a resource person to demonstrate how ROM works in a computer,
Engage peers in a discussion on how ROM and RAM chips are used in devices (microwave ovens and refrigerators),
In groups, model a remote-controlled toy car or aeroplane using ROM and RAM chips technology

What the importance of read only memory in a computer? How do computers use read only memory?

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Special Purpose Memory

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Locate special purpose memory in computers
Identify types of special purpose memory in computers
Relate special purpose memory to their functions
Use data stored in special purpose memory
Acknowledge the significance of special purpose memory of computers.

The learner is guided to:
In groups, discuss the meaning of the term special purpose memory and give examples,
Visit a computer use environment and find out the location of special purpose memory in computers,
Use available resources to search for types and functions of special purpose memory (cache, buffers, registers),
In turns, match the special purpose memory to their functions,
Take part in illustrating the functions of special purpose memory of computers,
Demonstrate the use of data stored in special purpose memory,
Debate on the importance of special purpose memory in computers

Why do computers use special purpose memory? How does special purpose memory store data?

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Special Purpose Memory

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Locate special purpose memory in computers
Identify types of special purpose memory in computers
Relate special purpose memory to their functions
Use data stored in special purpose memory
Acknowledge the significance of special purpose memory of computers.

The learner is guided to:
In groups, discuss the meaning of the term special purpose memory and give examples,
Visit a computer use environment and find out the location of special purpose memory in computers,
Use available resources to search for types and functions of special purpose memory (cache, buffers, registers),
In turns, match the special purpose memory to their functions,
Take part in illustrating the functions of special purpose memory of computers,
Demonstrate the use of data stored in special purpose memory,
Debate on the importance of special purpose memory in computers

Why do computers use special purpose memory? How does special purpose memory store data?

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Special Purpose Memory

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Locate special purpose memory in computers
Identify types of special purpose memory in computers
Relate special purpose memory to their functions
Use data stored in special purpose memory
Acknowledge the significance of special purpose memory of computers.

The learner is guided to:
In groups, discuss the meaning of the term special purpose memory and give examples,
Visit a computer use environment and find out the location of special purpose memory in computers,
Use available resources to search for types and functions of special purpose memory (cache, buffers, registers),
In turns, match the special purpose memory to their functions,
Take part in illustrating the functions of special purpose memory of computers,
Demonstrate the use of data stored in special purpose memory,
Debate on the importance of special purpose memory in computers

Why do computers use special purpose memory? How does special purpose memory store data?

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Secondary Storage Concepts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Identify types of secondary storage devices used in computers
Categorise secondary storage devices used in computers
Select secondary storage devices for use in different situations
Use secondary storage devices to perform a task
Explore methods of accessing data in secondary storage devices
f) Embrace value addition in the technological development of secondary storage

The learner is guided to:
Brainstorm on the meaning, and purpose of secondary storage,
Use available resources to search for types of secondary storage devices (solid state storage devices, optical storage devices, magnetic storage devices),
Discuss and categorize secondary storage (fixed storage and removable storage),
Take turns to assess user computing needs and select secondary storage for use in different situations (a user on a fixed budget, an educator, a photographer, an accountant),
In groups, use secondary storage devices to perform a task (store data, retrieve data, access data),
Engage peers in a discussion on how to access data in secondary storage through various methods(direct access, sequential, indexed sequential, serial),
Share ideas on technological trends in the development of secondary storage

What is the importance of secondary storage? How is data accessed in a secondary storage device?

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Secondary Storage Concepts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Identify types of secondary storage devices used in computers
Categorise secondary storage devices used in computers
Select secondary storage devices for use in different situations
Use secondary storage devices to perform a task
Explore methods of accessing data in secondary storage devices
f) Embrace value addition in the technological development of secondary storage

The learner is guided to:
Brainstorm on the meaning, and purpose of secondary storage,
Use available resources to search for types of secondary storage devices (solid state storage devices, optical storage devices, magnetic storage devices),
Discuss and categorize secondary storage (fixed storage and removable storage),
Take turns to assess user computing needs and select secondary storage for use in different situations (a user on a fixed budget, an educator, a photographer, an accountant),
In groups, use secondary storage devices to perform a task (store data, retrieve data, access data),
Engage peers in a discussion on how to access data in secondary storage through various methods(direct access, sequential, indexed sequential, serial),
Share ideas on technological trends in the development of secondary storage

What is the importance of secondary storage? How is data accessed in a secondary storage device?

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Secondary Storage Concepts

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Identify types of secondary storage devices used in computers
Categorise secondary storage devices used in computers
Select secondary storage devices for use in different situations
Use secondary storage devices to perform a task
Explore methods of accessing data in secondary storage devices
f) Embrace value addition in the technological development of secondary storage

The learner is guided to:
Brainstorm on the meaning, and purpose of secondary storage,
Use available resources to search for types of secondary storage devices (solid state storage devices, optical storage devices, magnetic storage devices),
Discuss and categorize secondary storage (fixed storage and removable storage),
Take turns to assess user computing needs and select secondary storage for use in different situations (a user on a fixed budget, an educator, a photographer, an accountant),
In groups, use secondary storage devices to perform a task (store data, retrieve data, access data),
Engage peers in a discussion on how to access data in secondary storage through various methods(direct access, sequential, indexed sequential, serial),
Share ideas on technological trends in the development of secondary storage

What is the importance of secondary storage? How is data accessed in a secondary storage device?

Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer software (OS, Utility software and Application programs), computer hardware, Internet, video
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Foundation of Computer Science

Fixed Storage Devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Explain the features of fixed storage devices of computers
Locate fixed storage devices in computers
Write data to and read data from fixed storage devices
Outline the advantages and disadvantages of fixed storage devices
e) Recognize the importance of managing computer fixed storage waste

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the features of fixed storage devices of computers,
Discuss citing examples of fixed storage (hard disk, solid state drives, internal flash memory),
In a computer user environment, locate fixed storage devices,
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate how data is written to and read from fixed storage devices,
Debate on the advantages and disadvantages of fixed storage devices,
In groups prepare a budget for school items and save in a fixed storage device,
Sensitize community members on how to manage computer fixed storage waste

How is data saved in a fixed storage? Why are fixed storage devices used in computers?

Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer hardware
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Foundation of Computer Science

Fixed Storage Devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
strand
Explain the features of fixed storage devices of computers
Locate fixed storage devices in computers
Write data to and read data from fixed storage devices
Outline the advantages and disadvantages of fixed storage devices
e) Recognize the importance of managing computer fixed storage waste

The learner is guided to:
Use available resources to search for the features of fixed storage devices of computers,
Discuss citing examples of fixed storage (hard disk, solid state drives, internal flash memory),
In a computer user environment, locate fixed storage devices,
Consult a resource person to discuss and demonstrate how data is written to and read from fixed storage devices,
Debate on the advantages and disadvantages of fixed storage devices,
In groups prepare a budget for school items and save in a fixed storage device,
Sensitize community members on how to manage computer fixed storage waste

How is data saved in a fixed storage? Why are fixed storage devices used in computers?

Digital devices, reference materials, productivity tools, computer hardware
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Foundation of Computer Science

Removable Storage Devices Types

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
able to:
Identify types of removable storage devices of a computer.
Write data to removable storage devices.
Read data from removable storage devices.
Prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices.
Acknowledge the importance of managing computer removable storage waste

The learner is guided to;
Brainstorm on the meaning of the term removable storage,
Discuss why removable storage devices are used in a computer,
Use available resources to search for the types of removable storage devices (external hard drives, universal serial bus (USB) memory drives, memory cards, compact discs and digital versatile discs),
Consult a resource person to demonstrate how to write data to, and read data from removable storage devices of a computer,
In turns, prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices,
Assess user computing needs and select appropriate removable storage devices for different situations (such as an educator, a user on a fixed budget, a business user or an accountant),
Share experience on how to reuse or recycle removable storage devices.

What is the importance of removable storage devices? How is data saved in a removable storage device?

Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips
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Foundation of Computer Science

Removable Storage Devices Reading data

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
able to:
Identify types of removable storage devices of a computer.
Write data to removable storage devices.
Read data from removable storage devices.
Prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices.
Acknowledge the importance of managing computer removable storage waste

The learner is guided to;
Brainstorm on the meaning of the term removable storage,
Discuss why removable storage devices are used in a computer,
Use available resources to search for the types of removable storage devices (external hard drives, universal serial bus (USB) memory drives, memory cards, compact discs and digital versatile discs),
Consult a resource person to demonstrate how to write data to, and read data from removable storage devices of a computer,
In turns, prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices,
Assess user computing needs and select appropriate removable storage devices for different situations (such as an educator, a user on a fixed budget, a business user or an accountant),
Share experience on how to reuse or recycle removable storage devices.

What is the importance of removable storage devices? How is data saved in a removable storage device?

Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips
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Foundation of Computer Science

Removable Storage Devices Reading data

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
able to:
Identify types of removable storage devices of a computer.
Write data to removable storage devices.
Read data from removable storage devices.
Prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices.
Acknowledge the importance of managing computer removable storage waste

The learner is guided to;
Brainstorm on the meaning of the term removable storage,
Discuss why removable storage devices are used in a computer,
Use available resources to search for the types of removable storage devices (external hard drives, universal serial bus (USB) memory drives, memory cards, compact discs and digital versatile discs),
Consult a resource person to demonstrate how to write data to, and read data from removable storage devices of a computer,
In turns, prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices,
Assess user computing needs and select appropriate removable storage devices for different situations (such as an educator, a user on a fixed budget, a business user or an accountant),
Share experience on how to reuse or recycle removable storage devices.

What is the importance of removable storage devices? How is data saved in a removable storage device?

Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips
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Foundation of Computer Science

Removable Storage Devices Reading data

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
able to:
Identify types of removable storage devices of a computer.
Write data to removable storage devices.
Read data from removable storage devices.
Prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices.
Acknowledge the importance of managing computer removable storage waste

The learner is guided to;
Brainstorm on the meaning of the term removable storage,
Discuss why removable storage devices are used in a computer,
Use available resources to search for the types of removable storage devices (external hard drives, universal serial bus (USB) memory drives, memory cards, compact discs and digital versatile discs),
Consult a resource person to demonstrate how to write data to, and read data from removable storage devices of a computer,
In turns, prepare a list of specifications of removable storage devices,
Assess user computing needs and select appropriate removable storage devices for different situations (such as an educator, a user on a fixed budget, a business user or an accountant),
Share experience on how to reuse or recycle removable storage devices.

What is the importance of removable storage devices? How is data saved in a removable storage device?

Digital devices, reference materials, computer hardware, Internet, video, audio clips
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