Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1, SS 1, SSS1, SSS 1)
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 11
Age: 15 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Computer Studies
Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies
Previous Lesson: Using Presentation Package I.
Topic: USING PRESENTATION PACKAGE
Subject Matter: animating slide contents, adding new slides, saving presentation, closing presentation, closing application

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define animation as used in a presentation package.
State the steps for animating slide contents.
List the steps for adding new slides to a presentation.
Describe the procedure for saving a presentation.
Explain how to close a presentation and the presentation application.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the role of animation in making presentations engaging.
Recognize the importance of saving work regularly when using a computer.
Develop interest in creating professional-looking presentations.

Psychomotor Domain:

Demonstrate how to apply animation effects to slide objects.
Practically add new slides to an existing presentation.
Successfully save a presentation file to a specified location.
Correctly close a presentation without exiting the application.
Accurately close the presentation application after use.

Collaborate effectively with peers during practical sessions in the computer lab.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

Senior Secondary Education Curriculum for Computer Studies (SSS 1)
State Unified Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
New System Computer Studies for Senior Secondary Schools 1

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Computer with presentation package installed (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint)
Projector (for demonstration)
Whiteboard and marker

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils to create more dynamic and engaging presentations, which is important for school projects and future communication skills. Understanding how to save and close files ensures that their work is not lost and that they can manage their computer applications effectively.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of computer operations, including starting and navigating a presentation package interface, and creating simple slides.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

USING PRESENTATION PACKAGE

Animating Slide Contents

Animation refers to the movement of text, graphics, charts, or other objects on a slide. It helps to emphasize points and make presentations more engaging.

The following are steps for animating slide contents:

Select the object (e.g., text box, image, shape) you want to animate.
Click on the “Animations” tab on the ribbon.
Choose an animation effect from the “Animation” group (e.g., Appear, Fade, Fly In).
Use “Effect Options” to customize the direction or sequence of the animation.
Use the “Timing” group to set the start, duration, and delay of the animation.

Adding New Slides

Adding new slides helps to expand the content of a presentation by providing additional space for information.

The following are ways to add new slides:

Click on the “Home” tab on the ribbon.
In the “Slides” group, click the “New Slide” button and choose a desired slide layout.
Alternatively, right-click on an existing slide thumbnail in the slide pane and select “New Slide”.

Saving a Presentation

Saving a presentation stores the work permanently on a storage device, preventing loss of data.

The following are steps to save a presentation:

Click the “File” tab (to access Backstage View).
For the first time or to save with a new name/location, click “Save As”. For subsequent saves, click “Save”.
Browse to the desired location (e.g., Documents, USB drive).
Type a file name in the “File name” box.
Click the “Save” button.
*Keyboard shortcut:* Press `Ctrl + S`.

Closing a Presentation

Closing a presentation removes the current presentation file from the screen without exiting the presentation application.

The following are steps to close a presentation:

Click the “File” tab.
Click “Close”.
If there are unsaved changes, a prompt will appear asking to save them.

Closing the Presentation Application

Closing the presentation application exits the program entirely.

The following are ways to close the presentation application:

Click the “File” tab, then select “Exit”.
Click the “Close” button (X icon) in the top-right corner of the application window.
If there are unsaved changes in any open presentation, a prompt will appear to save them before exiting.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction/Review
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and reviews the previous lesson on creating simple slides and inserting objects. The teacher then introduces the topic by asking pupils how they can make their presentations more interesting and professional.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions, recalling previous knowledge and contributing ideas on making presentations engaging.
Learning Point: Pupils connect previous knowledge to the new topic and understand the relevance of the lesson.

Step 2: Animating Slide Contents

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what animation is in the context of presentations and demonstrates how to apply various animation effects to text and objects on a sample slide using the projector. The teacher shows how to access the “Animations” tab and choose effects.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the demonstration carefully and take notes on the steps.
Learning Point: Pupils learn the concept of animation and the steps to apply it to slide contents.

Step 3: Adding New Slides

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the importance of adding new slides for organizing content. The teacher then demonstrates two ways to add a new slide to a presentation, showing how to select different slide layouts.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils pay attention to the teacher’s demonstration and note down the different methods.
Learning Point: Pupils understand how to add new slides to expand their presentations.

Step 4: Saving a Presentation

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains why it is important to save work regularly. The teacher demonstrates the steps to save a presentation for the first time, including choosing a location and naming the file. The teacher also shows how to use the “Save” option for subsequent saves.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the saving process and understand the importance of saving their work.
Learning Point: Pupils learn the procedure for saving a presentation to prevent data loss.

Step 5: Closing a Presentation and Application

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher differentiates between closing a presentation and closing the application. The teacher demonstrates how to close a single presentation and then how to close the entire presentation application, explaining the prompts for unsaved changes.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils watch the demonstration and understand the difference between the two closing operations.
Learning Point: Pupils learn how to correctly close presentations and the application.

Step 6: Practical Activity

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Practical Application/Supervision
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher instructs pupils to go to the computer lab (if available) or guides them to open their presentation software. Pupils are asked to create a new presentation, add a few slides, apply animation to some objects, save the presentation, close it, and then close the application. The teacher moves around to provide assistance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils actively practice the operations demonstrated by the teacher, asking questions where necessary.
Learning Point: Pupils gain hands-on experience in animating, adding slides, saving, and closing presentations.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

What is animation in the context of a presentation package?
List three steps involved in animating slide contents.
State two ways to add a new slide to a presentation.
Explain the steps for saving a presentation for the first time.
Differentiate between closing a presentation and closing the presentation application.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 1 minute
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key learning points, emphasizing the importance of practical skills in using presentation packages. The teacher assigns homework: “Practice creating a short presentation on ‘My School’ and apply different animations, then save it and close the application.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the homework.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their understanding and are encouraged to practice further.

Lesson Keywords

Animation – The movement of text, graphics, charts, or other objects on a slide to add visual interest and emphasis.
Slide Layout – The arrangement of placeholders for text, pictures, videos, and other objects on a slide.
Save As – A command used to save a file for the first time or to save an existing file under a new name or location.
Close – A command used to remove an open file or document from the application window without exiting the application itself.
Exit – A command used to terminate and close the entire application program.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher can encourage them to explore more advanced animation options or customize animation timings. For pupils needing more support, the teacher will provide one-on-one guidance during practical sessions and pair them with stronger peers for collaborative learning.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure that each pupil has access to a functional computer with presentation software during the practical session. Emphasize hands-on practice, as this lesson is skill-based. Encourage pupils to experiment with different animation effects and slide layouts to foster creativity.