User:Jyoti Real Teaching Lesson Plan 6

Subject: Computer Science Unit: Three

Class: 6 Topic: Secondary Storage devices

Time: 45 Minutes Period: 4th

Number of Students: School: Adarsha Secondary School, Layaku, Thimi

Specific Objectives

At end of the class

Students will gain an understanding of secondary memory in computers, including its types, functions, and significance in data storage.
Differentiate between primary memory and secondary memory.

Begin with a brief review of primary memory (RAM) and its temporary nature.
Introduce the concept of secondary memory as a form of non-volatile, long-term storage.
Discuss the importance of secondary memory in retaining data even when the computer is powered off.

Types of Secondary Memory (10 minutes):
- Present different types of secondary memory, including hard disk drives (HDD), solid-state drives (SSD), Pen drives, memory cards, and optical disk (CDs, DVDs).
- Discuss the characteristics and advantages/disadvantages of each type.
Functions of Secondary Memory (10 minutes):
- Explain the primary functions of secondary memory, such as storing data, applications, and the operating system.
- Discuss how it facilitates data transfer between devices and the significance of long-term storage.
Storage Capacity and Performance (5 minutes):
- Discuss how storage capacity varies among different secondary memory devices.

Break the class into small groups and ask them about different between secondary memory and primary memory.
Ask them to discuss and present the advantages and disadvantages of their assigned device.

Assign a research project on emerging trends in secondary memory technologies.
Ask students to compare the storage capacity and performance of different secondary memory devices.

Evaluate understanding through class participation, group presentations, and responses to questions.