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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 17/01/2026
Subject: Information Technology IT
Lesson Topic: Explain cloud computing characteristics and uses
Learning Objective/s:
  • Describe the core characteristics of cloud computing.
  • Explain the three service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and their typical uses.
  • Identify the four deployment models and match examples to each.
  • Evaluate the advantages and potential drawbacks of cloud adoption for businesses.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector or interactive whiteboard
  • Slide deck summarising cloud concepts
  • Handout with service and deployment model tables
  • Short video demo of a cloud service (e.g., AWS console)
  • Worksheets for cost‑calculation activity
  • Internet access for students
 Introduction:
Begin with a quick poll: how many devices do you use daily that rely on cloud services?
Recall the previous lesson on networking fundamentals and link it to remote resource access.
Students will know they can identify cloud characteristics and explain why organisations choose specific models.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5’) – Students list cloud services they use and share with the class.
  2. Mini‑lecture (10’) – Present core characteristics with slides.
  3. Interactive activity (10’) – Matching game: service models to real‑world examples.
  4. Group discussion (8’) – Evaluate deployment models, advantages and disadvantages.
  5. Cost‑calculation worksheet (7’) – Apply the pay‑per‑use formula to a sample scenario.
  6. Exit ticket (5’) – Write one benefit and one drawback of cloud computing.
Conclusion:
Summarise the key characteristics, service and deployment models covered today.
Ask students to complete an exit ticket stating which cloud model they'd recommend for a small business and why.
Homework: research a real‑world cloud service and prepare a brief description of its model and benefits.