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Lesson 2: Uses of technology

Learning how peripherals and components can meet a user's needs.
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A child wearing headphones uses a tablet with a stylus and touchscreen while sitting at a table. A laptop is open nearby, and art supplies are spread out on the table.

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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

This activity revisits learning from Lesson 1: Components and peripherals to help the children recall key knowledge.

Show the Presentation: Who do you agree with? Read each statement and the possible answers. Ask the children to use a finger vote to show which character they agree with.

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Assessment – Computing Y3: Connecting devicesLesson 1: Components and peripherals
Lesson 2: Uses of technology
Lesson 3: Connecting peripheralsLesson 4: NetworksLesson 5: Sharing information
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 17 August 2026

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