Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

ICT Tools in Communication - Meaning and importance of ICT tools
ICT Tools in Communication - Email

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define ICT tools as used in communication
- Explain the importance of ICT tools in communication
- Show interest in using ICT tools for communication

- Discuss what is happening in pictures showing video conferencing, emails, SMS and phone calls
- Find out the meaning of Information Communication Technology tools
- Discuss the importance of ICT tools in communication

What are ICT tools and why are they important?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 37
- Pictures
- Digital devices
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 40
- Computers
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group discussions

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

ICT Tools in Communication - Mobile phones
ICT Tools in Communication - Computers and web conferencing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe mobile phones as ICT tools used in communication
- Demonstrate how to make calls and send messages using mobile phones
- Value responsible use of mobile phones

- Discuss how mobile phones allow communication through voice calls, messages and video calls
- Organise a mock calling session using a mobile phone
- Practise sending messages to another group about a school-related topic

How do mobile phones help us communicate?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 40
- Mobile phones
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 41
- Computers
- Internet access

- Practical work - Observation - Role play

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

ICT Tools in Communication - Social networking

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain social networking as an ICT tool for communication
- Identify social networking platforms (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, X)
- Show awareness of responsible use of social media

- Discuss how social networking allows users to connect, communicate and share information
- Identify social networking platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, X)
- Discuss responsible use of social media platforms

How does social networking help people connect and communicate?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 41
- Digital devices
- Internet access

- Oral questions - Group discussions - Written assignments

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies

ICT Tools in Communication - Online collaboration
ICT Tools in Communication - Sending and receiving texts, calls and chats

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain online collaboration as an ICT tool for communication
- Identify online collaboration tools (Google Workspace)
- Value teamwork through digital platforms

- Discuss how online collaboration enables people to work together on tasks from different locations
- Learn about online collaboration software like Google Workspace
- Participate in a group online chat discussion on a topic of interest

How does online collaboration help people work together?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 41
- Computers
- Internet access
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 42
- Mobile phones
- Computers

- Practical work - Observation - Group discussions

Communication in Pre-Technical Studies
Materials for Production

ICT Tools in Communication - Audio, animations and video
Introduction to Materials - Meaning of materials used in production

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how audio, animations and video enhance communication
- Use ICT tools to record and share audio and video messages
- Acknowledge the role of multimedia in modern communication

- Record an audio message sharing a fun fact and send to a classmate
- Create a short animation to share a simple message
- Record a short video introducing yourself and share with classmates

How do audio, animations and video enhance our communication?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 42
- Mobile phones
- Computers
- Digital devices
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 43
- Pictures
- Digital devices
- Internet access

- Practical work - Observation - Peer assessment

Materials for Production

Introduction to Materials - Examples of materials used in production

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify examples of materials used in production (wood, metal, plastic, fabric, paper)
- Match materials to items they are used to make
- Appreciate the variety of materials available for production

- Identify materials such as wood, metal, plastic, fabric and paper
- List materials used in production of furniture, cars, water bottles, tiles, clothes and shoes
- Walk around workshops in school or locality and identify materials for production

What materials are commonly used to make items we use daily?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 44
- Realia (wood, metal, plastic samples)
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Observation - Group discussions

Materials for Production

Introduction to Materials - Distinguishing metallic and non-metallic materials
Introduction to Materials - Sustainable use of materials in production

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the differences between metallic and non-metallic materials
- Distinguish between metallic and non-metallic materials in the locality
- Value the unique properties of different materials

- Study pictures showing metallic and non-metallic materials
- Discuss which materials are hard to break and which can be bent without breaking
- Take a walk in school compound and community to identify and group materials as metallic or non-metallic

What are the differences between metallic and non-metallic materials?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 45
- Metallic materials (steel, aluminium, copper)
- Non-metallic materials (wood, plastic, paper)
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 47
- Charts
- Pictures
- Digital devices

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Materials for Production

Introduction to Materials - Importance of materials in production
Introduction to Materials - Application of materials in everyday items

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of materials in production
- Relate materials to the quality and durability of finished products
- Acknowledge the role of materials in manufacturing

- Name items made from different materials in the classroom
- Discuss how materials help items serve their purpose
- Search for information from print materials or internet on importance of materials in production

Why are materials important in the production of items?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 48
- Classroom items
- Internet access
- Charts
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 49
- Chart papers
- Markers
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group discussions

Materials for Production

Metallic Materials - Types of metallic materials
Metallic Materials - Identifying metallic materials in the environment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify types of metallic materials (steel, aluminium, copper) used in the immediate environment
- Match metallic materials to items made from them
- Show interest in learning about metals

- Study pictures showing items made from steel, aluminium and copper
- Discuss items made using steel, aluminium and copper
- Search on internet or print materials for information on metallic materials

What types of metallic materials are found in our environment?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 50
- Pictures
- Internet access
- Metallic samples
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 51
- School environment
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Materials for Production

Metallic Materials - Appearance and colour of metals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the appearance and colour of metallic materials
- Observe and compare physical appearance of steel, aluminium and copper
- Value careful observation skills in identifying metals

- Get a steel spoon, aluminium can and copper wire and observe their physical appearance
- Describe the colour and appearance of each metal (shiny or dull)
- Record observations in exercise book

What do different metals look like?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 52
- Steel spoon
- Aluminium can
- Copper wire

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Materials for Production

Metallic Materials - Weight and flexibility of metals
Metallic Materials - Magnetism of metals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the weight and flexibility of metallic materials
- Compare the weight and flexibility of steel, aluminium and copper
- Appreciate the different physical properties of metals

- Hold or weigh equal-sized samples of steel, aluminium and copper
- Identify which metal is light, slightly heavy or heavy
- Try bending each metal and observe which is easy or hard to bend

How do metals differ in weight and flexibility?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 52
- Steel samples
- Aluminium samples
- Copper samples
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 53
- Magnets
- Steel, aluminium and copper samples

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Materials for Production

Metallic Materials - Conductivity of heat
Metallic Materials - Conductivity of electricity

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain conductivity of heat as a property of metallic materials
- Perform practical activities to test heat conductivity of metals
- Value safety precautions when working with heat

- Place one end of steel, aluminium and copper rods in a flame and feel the other end
- Note which type of rod makes the hand feel warm
- Share findings with other learners in class

Which metals conduct heat better?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 53
- Metal rods (steel, aluminium, copper)
- Source of heat
- Safety gloves
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 54
- Bulb
- Cell
- Connecting wires
- Metal rods

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Materials for Production

Metallic Materials - Properties of steel, aluminium and copper

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the properties of steel, aluminium and copper
- Compare the properties of different metallic materials
- Value the unique characteristics of each metal

- Discuss properties of steel (strong, grey colour, magnetic, poor conductor)
- Discuss properties of aluminium (rust-resistant, silvery, light, non-magnetic)
- Discuss properties of copper (reddish-brown, non-magnetic, excellent conductor)

What are the unique properties of steel, aluminium and copper?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 54
- Charts
- Metal samples

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group discussions

Materials for Production

Metallic Materials - Uses of steel, aluminium and copper

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the uses of steel, aluminium and copper in the immediate environment
- Match metallic materials to their uses
- Appreciate the importance of metals in everyday life

- Use digital device or print resources to search for uses of steel, aluminium and copper
- Look around school or community and list items made of steel, aluminium or copper
- Take pictures or draw items made from these metals

How are steel, aluminium and copper used in our environment?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 55
- Digital devices
- School environment

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Materials for Production

Metallic Materials - Matching metals to their applications
Non-Metallic Materials - Meaning and examples of non-metallic materials

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Relate metallic materials to their specific applications
- Create a poster matching metallic materials with their uses
- Value the contribution of metals to construction and technology

- Create a poster matching metallic materials with their uses
- Present work to classmates
- Make a chart showing more uses of steel, aluminium and copper

Why are different metals suitable for different uses?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 55
- Chart papers
- Markers
- Pictures
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 56
- Pictures
- Internet access
- Non-metallic samples

- Poster making - Presentations - Peer assessment

Materials for Production

Non-Metallic Materials - Identifying non-metallic materials in the environment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe non-metallic materials found in the school environment
- Identify items made from non-metallic materials
- Appreciate the variety of non-metallic materials around us

- Take a walk around school environment
- Identify non-metallic materials in school compound
- List non-metallic materials found and share findings with peers

What non-metallic materials can we find in our school?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 57
- School environment
- Exercise books

- Observation - Field notes - Oral questions

Materials for Production

Non-Metallic Materials - Natural and synthetic materials
Non-Metallic Materials - Identifying natural and synthetic materials

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the difference between natural and synthetic non-metallic materials
- Categorise non-metallic materials as either natural or synthetic
- Value both natural and synthetic materials in production

- Read and discuss definitions of synthetic and natural materials
- Categorise materials as natural (wood, cotton, leather, wool) or synthetic (plastic, rubber, cement, glass, ceramics, nylon)
- Sort non-metallic materials in the environment as natural or synthetic

What is the difference between natural and synthetic materials?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 58
- Natural material samples
- Synthetic material samples
- Charts
- Environment
- Camera/phone
- Chart papers

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Sorting activities

Materials for Production

Non-Metallic Materials - Colour and texture of non-metallic materials
Non-Metallic Materials - Hardness of non-metallic materials

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the colour and texture of non-metallic materials
- Examine the colour and texture of wood, stone, plastics, paper, rubber, cement, glass and ceramics
- Show curiosity in observing material properties

- Look at collected samples of non-metallic materials and describe colour appearance
- Feel the texture of each material and say whether rough or smooth
- Create a summary table to record colour and texture of each material

What colours and textures do non-metallic materials have?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 59
- Wood, stone, plastic, paper, rubber, cement, glass, ceramic samples
- Metal nail
- Non-metallic material samples
- Gloves

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Materials for Production

Non-Metallic Materials - Fire resistance of non-metallic materials

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain fire resistance as a property of non-metallic materials
- Perform fire resistance test on non-metallic materials
- Value safety precautions when working with fire

- Light a candle and hold each material over the flame using tongs
- Observe how each material reacts (catches fire, melts or changes colour)
- Create a summary table showing fire resistance of each material

Which non-metallic materials are fire resistant?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 60
- Candle
- Tongs
- Non-metallic material samples
- Safety gloves

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Materials for Production

Non-Metallic Materials - Summary of physical properties
Non-Metallic Materials - Uses of wood, stone, plastics and paper

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe the physical properties of various non-metallic materials
- Compare physical properties of different non-metallic materials
- Appreciate the unique properties of each material

- Study summary table of physical properties of non-metallic materials
- Identify five items made from non-metallic materials at home
- Examine items' physical properties and note in exercise book

How do the physical properties of non-metallic materials compare?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 60
- Summary table
- Exercise books
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 61
- Pictures
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group discussions

Materials for Production

Non-Metallic Materials - Uses of rubber, cement, glass and ceramics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the uses of rubber, cement, glass and ceramics in the locality
- Relate non-metallic materials to their applications
- Appreciate the importance of non-metallic materials in production

- Discuss uses of rubber (tires, footwear, seals)
- Discuss uses of cement (constructing buildings, making roads)
- Discuss uses of glass (windows, bottles, decorative items) and ceramics (tiles, pottery, kitchenware)
- Write summary of uses of non-metallic materials in production

How are rubber, cement, glass and ceramics used in production?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 61
- Pictures
- Charts
- Exercise books

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group discussions

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Identifying measuring tools
Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Identifying marking out tools

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify measuring tools used to perform tasks
- Name examples of measuring tools (tape measure, steel rule, callipers, weighing balance, stopwatch, ammeter, voltmeter)
- Show interest in learning about measuring tools

- Read the names of measuring tools from pictures
- Discuss what measuring tools are used for
- Find out more information from internet or print materials about measuring tools

What are measuring tools and what are they used for?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 63
- Pictures
- Realia (measuring tools)
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 65
- Realia (marking out tools)

- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Choosing appropriate measuring tools

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how to select appropriate measuring tools for a given task
- Choose the right measuring tool for different measurement tasks
- Value the importance of using the correct tool

- Discuss how people use measuring tools in pictures
- Decide which tool to use for measuring length of desk, weight, time, voltage and current
- Discuss which measuring tool to choose for different tasks

How do we choose the right measuring tool for a task?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 66
- Measuring tools
- Pictures

- Oral questions - Practical activities - Observation

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Choosing appropriate marking out tools
Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a tape measure

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how to select appropriate marking out tools for a given task
- Choose the right marking out tool for different marking tasks
- Appreciate the role of marking out tools in achieving accuracy

- Discuss which tool to use for marking equal distances, checking right angles, marking parallel lines
- Discuss which tool to use for marking centre of circle, marking on metal, drawing guidelines
- Search online or in print materials for more information on use of marking out tools

How do we select the right marking out tool for a task?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 68
- Marking out tools
- Pictures
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 69
- Tape measure
- Piece of wood

- Oral questions - Practical activities - Observation

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a steel rule
Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using callipers to measure external diameter

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to use a steel rule
- Use a steel rule to measure and mark objects
- Appreciate the importance of accurate measurement

- Select the correct side of the steel rule (millimetres/centimetres or inches)
- Position the steel rule with "0" mark at starting point
- Read the measurement with eye perpendicular to scale and mark with pencil

How do we use a steel rule for accurate measurement?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 70
- Steel rule
- Piece of wood
- Pencil
- Vernier callipers
- Small pipe

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using callipers to measure internal diameter and depth

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to measure internal diameter and depth using callipers
- Use vernier callipers to measure internal diameter and depth of objects
- Value the versatility of callipers

- Use smaller inside jaws to measure internal diameter of a beaker
- Extend the depth gauge to measure depth of beaker
- Read and record main scale and vernier scale readings

How do we measure internal diameter and depth using callipers?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 71
- Vernier callipers
- Beaker

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a stopwatch

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how to use a stopwatch
- Use a stopwatch to time activities
- Appreciate the importance of accurate timing

- Take turns to name measuring and marking out tools while timing each other
- Start timing by pressing 'start' button
- Stop timing with 'stop' button, read and record time, reset to zero

How do we use a stopwatch to measure time?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 72
- Stopwatch

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using an ammeter

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to use an ammeter
- Use an ammeter to measure current in a circuit
- Show interest in electrical measurements

- Set up a circuit with ammeter, dry cells, connecting wires and bulb
- Connect ammeter in series with positive terminal to power source
- Read and record the current measurement

How do we use an ammeter to measure electric current?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 72
- Ammeter
- Dry cells
- Connecting wires
- Bulb

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a voltmeter

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to use a voltmeter
- Use a voltmeter to measure voltage in a circuit
- Value safety when working with electrical equipment

- Set up a circuit with voltmeter, cells, connecting wires and bulb
- Connect voltmeter in parallel with positive terminal to more positive point
- Read and record the voltage displayed

How do we use a voltmeter to measure voltage?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 73
- Voltmeter
- Cells
- Connecting wires
- Bulb

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a divider

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how to use a divider
- Use a divider to mark equal distances on a workpiece
- Appreciate the precision of marking out tools

- Open or close the legs of the divider using the hinge
- Adjust the length to 10 cm by aligning to steel rule
- Mark the same measurement on surface of wood

How do we use a divider to mark equal distances?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 74
- Divider
- Steel rule
- Piece of wood
- Pencil

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a try-square

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to use a try-square
- Use a try-square to check for squareness and mark 90-degree lines
- Value accuracy in woodworking tasks

- Place the stock of try-square against edge of wood to check squareness
- Check if surface aligns perfectly with blade (no gap means square)
- Use try-square to mark a 90-degree perpendicular line

How do we use a try-square to check for squareness?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 75
- Try-square
- Pieces of wood
- Pencil

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a marking gauge

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how to use a marking gauge
- Use a marking gauge to mark parallel lines on a workpiece
- Show interest in precision marking techniques

- Loosen locking screw and slide fence to set length (5 cm)
- Use ruler to measure length and tighten screw to lock fence
- Place fence against edge of wood and scribe a parallel line

How do we use a marking gauge to mark parallel lines?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 76
- Marking gauge
- Steel rule
- Piece of wood

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a dot punch and scriber

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to use a dot punch and scriber
- Use a dot punch and scriber to make marks on materials
- Value safety when using marking out tools

- Mark places on wood using pencil, then use dot punch to create indentations
- Hold dot punch vertically and tap lightly with hammer
- Use scriber to scratch fine lines on metal along a ruler

How do we use a dot punch and scriber for marking?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 77
- Dot punch
- Scriber
- Hammer
- Metal piece
- Steel rule

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a dot punch and scriber

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to use a dot punch and scriber
- Use a dot punch and scriber to make marks on materials
- Value safety when using marking out tools

- Mark places on wood using pencil, then use dot punch to create indentations
- Hold dot punch vertically and tap lightly with hammer
- Use scriber to scratch fine lines on metal along a ruler

How do we use a dot punch and scriber for marking?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 77
- Dot punch
- Scriber
- Hammer
- Metal piece
- Steel rule

- Practical work - Observation - Written assignments

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Using a marking knife

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain how to use a marking knife
- Use a marking knife to make clean, sharp lines on wood
- Appreciate the importance of precise marking for cutting

- Make a straight line on wood using pencil and ruler
- Place ruler along desired line and hold marking knife with bevel facing cut area
- Run marking knife along straight edge with light pressure, then deepen the mark

How do we use a marking knife to mark cutting lines?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 78
- Marking knife
- Straight edge ruler
- Piece of wood
- Pencil

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Caring for tools

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how to care for measuring and marking out tools
- Practise proper care and maintenance of tools
- Value the importance of tool maintenance

- Clean tools using soft cloth and brushes
- Practise storing tools in safe places
- Check tools to make sure they are working correctly

Why is it important to care for measuring and marking out tools?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 79
- Measuring and marking out tools
- Cleaning supplies
- Lubricants

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Measuring and Marking Out Tools - Importance of tools when performing tasks

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of measuring and marking out tools when performing tasks
- Create a chart showing the importance of these tools
- Recognise the value of accurate measurement and marking

- Search online for importance of marking out tools and measuring tools
- Create a chart of the importance of tools when performing tasks
- Display chart in classroom for feedback

Why are measuring and marking out tools important?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 83
- Chart papers
- Markers
- Internet access

- Chart making - Presentations - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Meaning of computer hardware
Computer Hardware - Categories of computer hardware

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the term computer hardware
- Identify examples of computer hardware devices
- Show interest in learning about computer hardware

- Discuss what can be seen in pictures of computer hardware
- Search on internet or print materials for meaning of computer hardware
- Write the definition of computer hardware in exercise book

What is computer hardware?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 85
- Pictures
- Digital devices
- Internet access
- Internet access
- Charts

- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Keying and pointing devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe keying and pointing devices
- Use keyboard and mouse to perform tasks on a computer
- Value the role of input devices in computer use

- Type a short paragraph on a computer using keyboard
- Practise using mouse to open, close and move files
- Discuss how each key has a specific function

How do keying and pointing devices help us interact with computers?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 86
- Computer
- Keyboard
- Mouse

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Scanning, voice input and touch screen devices
Computer Hardware - Digitizers and digital cameras

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe scanning devices, voice input devices and touch screens
- Use scanner, microphone and touch screen to input data
- Appreciate the variety of input methods available

- Place paper on scanner and scan it into computer
- Record voice using microphone and play back recording
- Use touch screen device to open apps by tapping

How do scanners, microphones and touch screens work as input devices?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 86
- Scanner
- Microphone
- Touch screen device
- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 87
- Drawing tablet
- Digital camera
- Computer

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Output devices (hard copy and soft copy)
Computer Hardware - Fixed and removable storage devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Distinguish between hard copy and soft copy output devices
- Use printer and monitor as output devices
- Appreciate the different forms of computer output

- Print a document or image (hard copy output)
- Read text from monitor and listen to sound from speaker (soft copy output)
- Compare printed version with screen version

What is the difference between hard copy and soft copy output?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 87
- Printer
- Monitor
- Speakers
- USB flash drive
- CD/DVD
- Memory card
- External hard drive

- Practical work - Observation - Oral questions

Tools and Production

Computer Hardware - Importance of computer hardware devices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of computer hardware devices in a user environment
- Create a chart showing importance of computer hardware
- Acknowledge the essential role of hardware in computing

- Search internet or print materials for importance of computer hardware devices
- Discuss how input, output and storage devices are important
- Create a chart on importance of computers and display for feedback

Why are computer hardware devices important?

- Master Booklyst Pre-Technical Studies Grade 7 pg. 90
- Internet access
- Chart papers
- Markers

- Chart making - Presentations - Oral questions