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.