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.