Internet Communication Practices jss 1 Plan

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES LESSON PLAN

INTERNET COMMUNICATION PRACTICES

Subject	Digital Technologies
Class	JSS 1 (Basic 7)
Term	Third Term
Week	1
Topic	Internet Communication Practices
Duration	80 Minutes (Double Period)
Content / Subtopics	1. Meaning of Internet communication 2. Email, instant messaging and video conferencing 3. Netiquette

1. BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES

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

1. Explain the meaning of Internet communication.
2. Identify email, instant messaging and video conferencing as common Internet communication tools.
3. State the uses of email, instant messaging and video conferencing.
4. Explain the meaning of netiquette.
5. State and demonstrate rules of proper netiquette when communicating online.

2. INSTRUCTIONAL / TEACHING AIDS

• Computer or smartphone.
• Email interface or screenshot.
• Messaging application examples.
• Video conferencing demonstration or screenshots.
• Netiquette charts.
• Whiteboard and markers.

3. PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE / ENTRY BEHAVIOUR

Students have used or observed communication methods such as phone calls, text messages and face-to-face conversations. The teacher will use these experiences to introduce communication through the Internet.

4. PRESENTATION STEPS

STEP / TIME	TEACHER'S ACTIVITY	STUDENTS' ACTIVITY
Step 1: Introduction 5 minutes	Asks students how they communicate with friends and family who live far away. Introduces Internet communication.	Respond to questions and mention familiar communication methods.
Step 2: Meaning of Internet Communication 10 minutes	Explains Internet communication as the exchange of messages, information and ideas through the Internet. Discusses its importance.	Listen, take notes and give examples of Internet communication.
Step 3: Email 10 minutes	Explains email, identifies its basic features and demonstrates how it is used to send messages and attachments.	Identify email features and state uses of email.
Step 4: Instant Messaging 10 minutes	Explains instant messaging and presents examples such as WhatsApp, Telegram and Facebook Messenger.	Identify instant messaging tools and describe their uses.
Step 5: Video Conferencing 10 minutes	Explains video conferencing, gives examples and identifies basic requirements such as an Internet connection, device, microphone and speakers or headphones.	Mention video conferencing tools and state their uses and requirements.
Step 6: Netiquette 15 minutes	Defines netiquette and explains appropriate online behaviour, including politeness, respect for privacy, avoiding spam and responsible participation in online meetings.	State rules of netiquette and distinguish good online behaviour from bad behaviour.
Step 7: Class Activity and Evaluation 10 minutes	Presents situations requiring students to select a suitable communication tool and demonstrate good netiquette. Asks oral questions.	Answer questions and participate in the class activity.
Step 8: Summary 5 minutes	Summarises Internet communication, the three communication tools and the rules of netiquette.	Recall the main points and ask questions where necessary.
Step 9: Assignment 5 minutes	Gives the assignment and explains what students should write.	Write down the assignment.

Total Duration: 80 Minutes

5. EVALUATION QUESTIONS

1. What is Internet communication?
2. Name three common Internet communication tools.
3. State two uses of email.
4. Explain instant messaging and video conferencing.
5. What is netiquette? State four rules of good netiquette.

6. ASSIGNMENT

1. Define Internet communication.
2. Explain email, instant messaging and video conferencing.
3. Write five rules of good netiquette that students should follow when communicating online.

7. TEACHER'S REFLECTION

Were the students able to explain Internet communication, identify email, instant messaging and video conferencing, and state rules of good netiquette?

Teacher's Remarks: __________________________________________

Areas for Improvement: ______________________________________

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