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Grade 10 Computer Science

Term 2 - 2026

Teacher: Grade 10 Teacher
School: Senior School

Wk.LsnStrandSub-strandLesson Learning OutcomesLearning ExperiencesKey Inquiry Question(s)Learning ResourcesAssessment MethodsReflection
1 1 Data Communication Basic terminologies; network protocols; communication characteristics; system components; transmission basics. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Data Communication. Learners define data communication terms, identify sender/receiver/channel/message/protocol, and model a simple communication system. How is data communicated between computer systems? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Use oral questioning, matching activity, diagram task, and short quiz. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Basic terminologies; network protocols; communication characteristics; system components; transmission basics. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
2 1 Data Communication Communication modes; mode benefits; device connectivity; practical applications; system importance. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Data Communication. Learners compare simplex, half-duplex and full-duplex communication, connect devices safely, and explain applications in school/community contexts. How is data communicated between computer systems? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Assess comparison table, connectivity task, and real-life examples. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Communication modes; mode benefits; device connectivity; practical applications; system importance. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
3 1 Data Transmission Media Basic terms; media categories; wired media; wireless media; signal types. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Data Transmission Media. Learners classify guided and unguided media, inspect cable examples or images, and describe analogue/digital signals. How do transmission media affect the movement of data in a network? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Use classification task, labelled diagrams, and observation checklist. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Basic terms; media categories; wired media; wireless media; signal types. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
4 1 Data Transmission Media Signal combining; device connection; data transfer; signal degradation; impairment solutions. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Data Transmission Media. Learners model data transfer, identify causes of signal impairment, and suggest practical solutions for reliable communication. How do transmission media affect the movement of data in a network? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Use problem scenarios, group responses, and practical demonstration notes. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Signal combining; device connection; data transfer; signal degradation; impairment solutions. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
5 1 Computer Network Elements Network basics; classification criteria; network types; network hardware; device functions. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Computer Network Elements. Learners distinguish LAN, MAN, WAN and PAN, identify network devices, and explain the role of NICs, switches, routers and access points. How do network elements support communication and resource sharing? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Assess device-function matching, diagrams, and quiz. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Network basics; classification criteria; network types; network hardware; device functions. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
6 1 Computer Network Elements Software components; communication standards; resource sharing; choosing networks; connection types. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Computer Network Elements. Learners explain client/server and peer-to-peer ideas, describe standards, and choose suitable networks for given situations. How do network elements support communication and resource sharing? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Use case-study responses and network selection rubric. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Software components; communication standards; resource sharing; choosing networks; connection types. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
7 1 Computer Network Elements Device connectivity; network modelling; safety and awareness. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Computer Network Elements. Learners draw a simple network model, connect or simulate devices, and apply safety/cyber awareness rules. How do network elements support communication and resource sharing? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Assess network model, safety checklist, and teacher observation. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Device connectivity; network modelling; safety and awareness. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
8 1 Network Topologies Topology basics; topology types; topology designs. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Network Topologies. Learners describe bus, star, ring, mesh and hybrid topologies, then sketch and label each design. How does the arrangement of network devices affect communication? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Use labelled sketches, peer review, and oral explanation. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Topology basics; topology types; topology designs. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
9 1 Network Topologies Topology implementation; topology selection; practical significance. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Network Topologies. Learners compare advantages and limitations of topologies and select suitable layouts for school, office, cyber cafe or home contexts. How does the arrangement of network devices affect communication? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Assess comparison matrix and scenario-based selection. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Topology implementation; topology selection; practical significance. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
10 1 Computer Networking Integrated practical task on communication, transmission media, network elements and topologies. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Computer Networking. Learners design a small network proposal showing devices, media, topology, safety measures and reasons for choices. How can you design a suitable computer network for a given situation? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Use project rubric, presentation, and portfolio evidence. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Integrated practical task on communication, transmission media, network elements and topologies. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
11 1 Computer Networking Remediation and enrichment for uncovered networking subtopics. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Computer Networking. Learners revisit difficult terms, redo diagrams, practise scenario questions, and extend through network simulation or research. How can you design a suitable computer network for a given situation? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Update intervention records and enrichment evidence. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Remediation and enrichment for uncovered networking subtopics. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
12 1 Computer Networking Assessment for learning and preparation for software development. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Computer Networking. Learners complete practical/written assessment and reflect on readiness for programming concepts. How can you design a suitable computer network for a given situation? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. Record achievement levels and prepare bridging tasks. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Assessment for learning and preparation for software development. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
13 1 Computer Networking End-term review, assessment, records, portfolio update, and transition to Software Development. By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Computer Networking. Learners revise networking strands, complete assessment, update portfolio, and set programming targets. How can you design a suitable computer network for a given situation? Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios. File marks, records of work, and teacher reflection. Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on End-term review, assessment, records, portfolio update, and transition to Software Development. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
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Week 1 , Lesson 1
Strand
Data Communication
Sub-strand
Basic terminologies; network protocols; communication characteristics; system components; transmission basics.
Learning Outcome
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Data Communication.
Reflection
Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Basic terminologies; network protocols; communication characteristics; system components; transmission basics. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
Week 2 , Lesson 1
Strand
Data Communication
Sub-strand
Communication modes; mode benefits; device connectivity; practical applications; system importance.
Learning Outcome
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Data Communication.
Reflection
Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Communication modes; mode benefits; device connectivity; practical applications; system importance. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
Week 3 , Lesson 1
Strand
Data Transmission Media
Sub-strand
Basic terms; media categories; wired media; wireless media; signal types.
Learning Outcome
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Computer Science understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Data Transmission Media.
Reflection
Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Basic terms; media categories; wired media; wireless media; signal types. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
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