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Entrance Announcement
MICTE 2080
2080 Magh 07
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Subject: Computer Science Unit: Two | |||
Class: 6 Topic: Introduction to computer software | |||
Time: 15 Minutes Period: 2nd | |||
Number of Students: 15 School: ABC School | |||
== Objective: == | |||
* Students will understand the concept of computer software and differentiate between system software and application software. | |||
== Materials Needed: == | |||
* Whiteboard and markers | |||
* Projector | |||
* [https://digitalworld839.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Difference-Between-System-software-and-Application-Software.jpg Examples of system and application software for discussion] | |||
== Introduction (3 minutes): == | |||
* Begin with a quick review of the previous class's topic, ensuring students remember the basics of hardware. | |||
* Introduce the term "software" and explain that it is the set of instructions that tell a computer what to do. | |||
Definition of Software: | |||
* Define software as the programs, applications, and data that instruct a computer to perform tasks. | |||
# Types of Software: | |||
* Briefly explain the two main types of software: system software and application software. | |||
* System Software: Discuss how it manages hardware components and provides a platform for running applications. Mention examples like operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux). | |||
* Application Software: Explain how these are programs designed for specific tasks or user applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop). | |||
# Interactive Example: | |||
* Share a brief demonstration of opening an application (e.g., a word processor) and performing a simple task. | |||
Activity (3 minutes): | |||
* Ask students to quickly jot down one example of system software and one example of application software. | |||
Conclusion (2 minutes): | |||
* Recap the key points: definition of software, types (system and application), and examples. | |||
* Encourage students to explore different software on their own and think about how software enhances the functionality of computers. |
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