Class: Primary 5
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Computer Studies
Previous Lesson: Steps In Creating An E-Mail Account
Topic: Steps In Sending And Receiving E-mails
Content/Learning Area: Steps In Sending And Receiving E-mails
time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: Identify and list the steps in sending and receiving e-mails.
Affective Domain: Show interest in communicating using e-mails.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate how to send and receive an e-mail.
Social Domain: Work in pairs to practice sending e-mails.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of work
NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
Online Information from: Google Help – Create a Gmail account
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

A laptop with internet access
Projector or interactive whiteboard
Sample screenshots of an email interface
Printed steps for sending and receiving e-mails
Marker board and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding how to send and receive e-mails helps pupils communicate better in school, at home, and later in work.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already know how to use a computer and identify common uses of the internet.

Lesson Content

Steps In Sending And Receiving E-mails

E-mails are a way of sending messages using the internet. With e-mails, we can send messages, pictures, and documents quickly to anyone in the world.

Steps In Sending E-mails

To send an e-mail, you need an e-mail account like Gmail or Yahoo. Sending an e-mail means writing a message and sending it through the internet to another person.

The following are the steps in sending an e-mail:

Open your e-mail account
Click on “Compose” or “New Message”
Type the receiver’s e-mail address
Type the subject of the message
Write your message
Add any file if needed
Click on “Send”

Steps In Receiving E-mails

When someone sends you an e-mail, it comes to your inbox. You can open and read it.

The following are the steps in receiving an e-mail:

Open your e-mail account
Click on “Inbox”
Select the new e-mail
Read the message
click on “reply” if you want to answer
Type your reply and click on “Send”

teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Visual Aids, Group Work

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
TeacherS activity: Tells a story of how people used to write letters, then introduces e-mails as faster.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and answer questions.

Step 2: Steps In Sending E-mails

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Description, Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Displays email platform on screen, explains and demonstrates each step in sending an e-mail.
Pupils’ Activity: Watch the screen, listen and ask questions.

step 3: Steps In receiving E-mails

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation, Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Shows inbox interface and demonstrates receiving and replying to a message.Pupils’ Activity: Watch and follow steps on screen.

Step 4: Class Practice

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Group Work
Teacher’s Activity: Organizes pupils in pairs to practice sending e-mails to each other using class accounts.
pupils’ Activity: Practice sending and receiving e-mails with partners.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Writing
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to write down key points from the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Write notes in their books.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 mins
Teaching skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks questions to assess pupils’ understanding.
pupils’ Activity: Answer questions orally.

Objective-aligned checks:

Identify and list the steps in sending and receiving e-mails.
Demonstrate how to send and receive an e-mail.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Instructional Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points and reminds pupils to practice at home.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and reflect on what was learned.

Lesson Keywords

E-mail – message sent through the internet
Inbox – where received messages are found
Compose – to write a new message
Send – to deliver a message to another person
Reply – to answer a message

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

Mention two things we can send using e-mail
List three steps in sending an e-mail
List two steps in receiving an e-mail
Demonstrate how to open and reply an e-mail
Work in pairs to send a short e-mail to their partner

Assignment/homework

Create an email account if you don’t have one already.
Send an email to a friend or family member, asking them about their day.
Check your inbox for any new emails and read them.
Reply to one of the emails you received.
Write down the steps you took to send and receive emails.

Differentiation

For slower learners: Pupils who need help will be paired with stronger pupils; teacher will provide extra guidance using visual examples.
For advanced learners: Encourage advanced learners to explore additional email features such as creating folders, setting up filters, and using email signatures.
for visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids like screenshots and videos, provide verbal explanations, and allow hands-on practice for sending and receiving emails.

Note for Teachers

Ensure that internet access and email accounts are set up ahead of the lesson to allow seamless demonstration and class practice.