Fall Semester

• Introduction to Computers
• Input and Output Devices
• Parts of a Computer (Monitor, CPU, Keyboard, Mouse, Printer, etc.)
• Basic Uses of Computers (Education, Communication, Entertainment, etc.)
• Computer Lab Safety Rules
• Introduction to Typing (Using Home Row Keys)
• Introduction to Microsoft Word
• Formatting Text (Bold, Italic, Underline, Font Size & Color)

Spring Semester

• Saving and Opening Files
• Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint
• Creating a Simple Presentation (Title Slide, Bullet Points, Inserting Images)
• Using the Internet Safely (Cyber Safety Basics)
• Internet Uses in Daily Life (Search, Email Basics)
• Introduction to Scratch (Basic Coding Blocks)
• Creating a Simple Animation in Scratch
• Reviewing Computer Vocabulary

Fall Semester

Assessments:

• MCQs and Short Questions on Parts of a Computer
• Practical: Label the Parts of the Computer
• Typing Speed Test (Short Sentences)
• Word Document Formatting Task
• Quiz on Input/Output Devices

Spring Semester

Assessments:

• Create a 3-slide PowerPoint presentation
• Practical Task: Save and Open a Word file
• Internet Safety Quiz
• Scratch Activity: Make a character move and say something
• Final Assessment (covering full-year concepts)