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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.