Lesson Plan

• Describe the main characteristics, typical uses, advantages and disadvantages of common input devices such as keyboards, numeric keypads, pointing devices, remote controls, joysticks/driving wheels, touch screens, scanners, cameras, microphones and sensors.
• Compare the suitability of different input devices for specific tasks and user needs.
• Evaluate the impact of ergonomics and accessibility on device selection and user performance.
• Demonstrate how to choose appropriate input devices for a given ICT scenario.

• Projector and screen
• Computer with internet access
• Sample input devices (keyboard, mouse, touch‑screen demo, scanner, webcam)
• Printed worksheet with comparison table
• Whiteboard and markers
• PowerPoint slides summarising each device

Begin with a quick visual hook showing a futuristic control panel to spark curiosity. Ask learners what devices they use daily to interact with computers, linking to prior knowledge of keyboards and mice. Explain that by the end of the lesson they will be able to analyse and justify the best input device for any given task.

1. Starter (5') – Kahoot quiz recalling names and basic functions of input devices.
2. Mini‑lecture (15') – Slide presentation covering characteristics, uses, advantages and disadvantages; live demo of a keyboard, mouse and touch screen.
3. Group activity (20') – Small groups complete a comparison chart for assigned devices using the worksheet and available hardware.
4. Class discussion (10') – Groups present key findings; teacher highlights ergonomics and accessibility considerations.
5. Formative check (5') – Exit ticket: write a real‑world scenario and select the most suitable input device, justifying the choice.

Recap the main points by revisiting the comparison chart and emphasizing how task requirements drive device choice. Collect exit tickets to gauge understanding and assign a short homework: research an emerging input device and prepare a one‑minute pitch on its potential classroom use.