User:Anisha Kandel Real Teaching Lesson Plan 9

Subject:Computer Science

Class:8"B"

Topic:firewall and its types

Period:6th

Time:45min

No of studnet:62

School:Adarsha Secondary School

Specific Objective

By the end of this lesson, students should be able

• To understand the basic concept of a firewall.
• To understand its role in computer security.

Teaching Learning Activity:

• Begin with a question: "Have you ever heard of the term 'firewall' in the context of computers?" Allow for a brief discussion.
• Introduce the concept of firewall
• Briefly explain the two main types of firewalls: hardware firewalls (physical devices) and software firewalls (programs installed on a computer).
• Discuss the importance of firewalls in protecting against cyber threats such as viruses, malware, and unauthorized access. Emphasize that they are crucial for personal and network security.
• Summarize the key points: definition, types, how they work, and their importance.
• Encourage students to think about how firewalls might be used in their everyday lives.
• Discuss the real-life example of a firewall in action. Discuss any questions or observations.

Assessment:

• Ask a few questions to assess understanding: "What is a firewall?" "Why is it important?" "Can you think of a situation where a firewall might be useful?"
• Research and write a short paragraph on a recent cyber attack and how a firewall could have helped prevent it.