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Lesson Plan 2 NAME: Jay Chakravarthy Type of Lesson: A tutorial on binary number conversion to decimal equivalent using Photoshop, SnagIt (callouts), Microsoft PowerPoint and Word. Lesson Plan Title – Binary Number System tutorial Discipline and Topic – – This lesson could be applied to a discipline in computer math. Students will study and understand the binary numbering system, differentiate between Octal, Decimal and HexaDecimal numbering, and finally do some exercises based on the tutorial. The key areas covered are:
Target Population –
Grade Level:
Elementary and middle school Population Characteristics: The group consists of children in the age group of 10- 12 years. This lesson will be presented to a class of twenty – twenty five students who have learned basic math operations such a s addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and who have a sufficient knowledge of the place value of numbers. Lesson Groupings: This lesson will be introduced to the class as a whole. Students will complete the assignment independently with several exercises that would reinforce the concept. The entire lesson will not be more than two-three class sessions. Curriculum Links – This lesson is an integral part of elementary school curriculum. As computers are very crucial in everyday life, an understanding of basic computer math will be necessary for students. This would later prepare them for any career where computers are being used. A prior knowledge of this type will help them build complex problem solving skills Objectives – The
objective of this tutorial is to learn how the binary numbering system works.
The student will be able to:
1. Differentiate between various numbering systems, such as decimal, binary, octal, and hexadecimal 2. Convert a binary number to its decimal equivalent Media Literacy Objectives – For Grades 3-5
and Grades 6-8
· Demonstrate an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity, and of practical applications to learning and problem solving. (NETS standard 1, 6) · Use technology resources (e.g., calculators, data collection probes, videos, educational software) for problem solving, self-directed learning, and extended learning activities. (5, 6) · Although the NETS standard does not provide for specific instruction in binary numbers, I have tried to associate it with, “understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity”. My son who is in the fifth grade has been taught the binary numbers at school and I feel it was something he could use at a later stage. Materials and Timing – Students will require one handout for conceptual understanding and hands-on exercises. This lesson requires two/ three- elementary, middle school class sessions. The handout is attached herewith. Scope and Sequence – Teacher will introduce the lesson by introducing the purpose of using
computers in modern times, their impact in our every day life and in work
places, and also the importance of understanding how computers do
math.
Supplemental Materials – There will not be any supplemental materials other than notebooks and pencils.Evaluation of
Students –
Students will be evaluated informally. The lesson teaches one specific concept of binary number conversion with an emphasis on whole integers and does not include any negative numbers, or fractional numbers, therefore the objectives are limited to only two.
Evaluation of
the Lesson –
The lesson is a success if the learners can differentiate between various numbering systems, such as decimal, binary, octal, and hexadecimal, and convert a binary number to its decimal equivalent. The questions such as - Was the lesson necessary at this stage of elementary/middle school? Was the lesson plan easy to implement? Did it foster student-centered learning? Did it have clear objectives? Did the students feel empowered to make decisions?- will be important when revising the lesson plan in the future. View the Binary converter *********** |
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