Introduction to information technology
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can recognise the uses and features of information technology.
Key learning points
- A computer is an important part of information technology.
- Information technology can be used for all sorts of tasks.
Keywords
Computer - a machine that can follow a program
Information technology - a computer or things made to work with a computer
Common misconception
Only computers are considered IT.
IT includes items made to work with computers, such as printers and barcodes, not just standalone computers like laptops or tablets.
Teacher tip
You should have a clear understanding of devices that can be described as information technology (IT). For younger learners, IT can be explained as being a computer or something that is made to work with computers. Try identifying all the IT that is around you.
Equipment
It is useful for pupils to see a variety of computing devices that are around the school or every day life.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Where can you find computers?
Q2.Smartphones, laptops and desktop computers are all ...
Q3.Which of these things works with a computer?
Q4.Which activity can you do with a tablet?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.IT stands for ...
Q2.Which device is not an example of information technology?
Q3.What is a computer?
Q4.What can a computer not do?
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