Author: Mr Ali
Atoms and Radiation
Lesson Aim
- Reviewing and reinforcing the concept of the atom
- Reinforcing Atomic Decay and Radiation
- Creating a website in Webplus
Starter
Review the structure of an atom, the periodic table and Radiation
Main Task
Your task is to create a revision website for students to cover Atomic theory and Radiation
Your website must include the following:
- Structure of a atom
- Particles which make up an atom (Protons, Neutrons and Electrons)
- Explanation of Atomic Number and Mass Number
- Periodic table and groups of the periodic table
- Unstable atoms and atomic decay
- Types and properties of different Radiation
- Half-life
- Harms and Benefits of Radiation
Plenary
Review lesson
Python – Practical Task
Lesson Aim
- Use python skills gained to create a program to produce a solution
- Design and implement a python program
Starter
How do we design a program. Identify the variables, create an algorith and then produce the program
Main Task
Create a program which requests the length of the Opposite and adjacent sides of a right angled triangle and the calculates the Hypotenuse using the pythagoras theorem.
Extension
Modify your program to allow calculation of the other two sides.
Plenary
Review how to design a program – identfy variables and then produce code
Software Choices
Lesson Aim
- Know the function of different software types
- Understand what cloud computing is
Starter
Discuss what different types of software (application, utility, system) are used on computers.
Main Task
Download and complete the worksheet below:
Plenary
Review what is cloud computing and functions of different software types
Introduction to Databases
Lesson Aim
- Learn key database terms
- Create a Database in Access
- Add Data to a database
Main Task
Create a table in Access to store data about customers of a video library.
Ensure you create a Key field and and you use appropriate data types and Field sizes
Add 10 records to your database
ALT task
Year 8 – Reviewing websites
Lesson Aim
- Identify good features of a website
- Identify poor design features to avoid using when creating a website
Your Task
You wil review two websites and identify how a website is aimed at different audiences and what features are required to create an effective website.
Evaluate a website using the worksheet below:
Introduction to Computer Hardware
Lesson Aim
- Understand the differences between input and output devices and recognise where sensors are used in everyday objects
Starter
As a class view presentation and identify the key computer peripherals as input, output or storage devices.
Main
Create a Word Document with the title Inputs and Outputs.
Create and complete a table like this:
Extension Task
For each of the different types of sensor, state an everyday item that uses this sensor and explain how it is used. Here’s a reminder of the different sensors:
- Light
- Temperature
- Moisture
- Pressure
- Motion
- Smoke
Plenary
- What is a peripheral device?
- Give an example of an output device connected to a computer.
- Is a mouse an input or an output?
- Give an example of an everyday device that contains a sensor. How is it used?
Year 9 – GCSE ICT
Lesson Aim
- Understand the importance of corporate image
- Use a graphics package to create a logo
Starter
Introduce the project scenario, using ICT to help with the school Wizard of Oz production. Students brief is to produce promotional, financial and ticket systems for the production
Main
Create a logo for your promotional material which will help develop the corporate image. The logo needs to reflect the school and the Wizard of Oz. You will then need to prepare a cast member card for all performers, which they may use to gain early entry for dinners.
Plenary
Review the importance of using suitable corporate image
Online Shopping
Lesson Aim
- Know the rights of online shoppers
- Know the difference between validation and verification
- Know the risks associated with creating online accounts
Starter
Discuss the rise in online shopping and creating online accounts and importance of having accurate data
Main
Complete the worksheets below :
Extension work
Plenary
Review learning