Free 7th Grade Introduction To Digital Technologies Lesson Plan

Topic:Introduction to digital technologies

Objectives & Outcomes

  • By the end of this activity, students will be able to identify and understand the different types of digital technologies, as well as their basic functions and features.

Materials

  • List of common digital technologies (e.g. smartphones, laptops, tablets, smart watches, etc.)
  • Handouts with information about the different types of digital technologies
  • samples of each type of digital technology (if possible)

Warm-up

  • Ask students to raise their hand if they own any type of digital technology.
  • Ask students to share their experiences with the class, such as what they use their digital technology for, any features they like or don't like, etc.

Direct Instruction

  • Introduce the topic of digital technologies and their importance in today's society.
  • Discuss the different types of digital technologies and their functions (e.g. smartphones for communication, tablets for entertainment, computers for productivity).
  • Show students some basic skills related to using digital technologies (e.g. sending an email, using the internet, creating a document).

Guided Practice

  • Show students how to perform a specific skill using a specific digital technology.
  • Have students work in pairs and perform the skill together.
  • Check for understanding and assist as needed.

Independent Practice

  • Have students choose a different skill to perform using a different digital technology.
  • Challenge them to work independently to perform the skill without assistance.
  • Reconnect with students as needed to assist with the process.

Closure

  • Have students share the digital technologies they used and the skills they practiced during the activity.
  • Encourage them to reflect on their experience and what they learned about digital technologies.

Assessment

  • Observe students during the group work and independent practice to assess their understanding and use of digital technologies.
  • Collect and review their digital projects to assess their understanding and ability to apply digital technologies in a real-world context.

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