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Subject : Computer Science
Class   : 7th grade
Chapter : Generations of Computer 
Topic   : Introduction to Computer Generations                                                                                                                         Duration: 45 minutes

Objective:

  • Students will understand the concept of computer generations.

Materials:

  • Whiteboard and markers

Introduction (10 minutes):

  • Discuss the importance of computers in our daily lives.
  • Introduce the concept of computer generations and their significance in technology.

Main Content (25 minutes):

  1. First Generation (1951-1959) (5 minutes):
    • Characteristics of the first generation: vacuum tubes, machine language.
    • Show images of early computers like ENIAC.
  2. Second Generation (1960-1969) (5 minutes):
    • Advancements in the second generation: transistors.
    • Development of high-level programming languages like FORTRAN and COBOL.
    • Show images of computers like IBM 1401.
  3. Third Generation (1970-1980) (5 minutes):
    • Shift to integrated circuits (ICs), introduction of microprocessors.
    • Development of programming languages like BASIC and Pascal.
    • Show images of computers like DEC PDP-11.
  4. Discussion (10 minutes):
    • Encourage questions and discussions about the evolution of computers.
    • Ask students to relate the advancements to their understanding of modern technology.

Conclusion (5 minutes):

  • Review key points.
  • Assign a brief homework task: research and write a paragraph about one computer from the first three generations.