About JSS3 Computer Studies Scheme of Work
Computer Studies in Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) aims to provide students with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in information and communication technology. This course includes key topics such as computer hardware and software, basic programming, internet navigation, and digital literacy.
Computer Studies in JSS3 prepares students for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), as well. Proficiency in this subject not only boosts students’ academic achievements but also equips them with essential skills for thriving in today’s digital era.
Assessment Guide
The crowning event for Jss3 and the Junior Secondary school as a whole is the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) which is taken mid-third term. The assessment methods for Computer Studies include written examinations, which may consist of multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, and essay-type questions. These exams are conducted in a controlled environment to ensure fairness and integrity.
Additionally, practical assessments may be included which assess students’ ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical tasks.
Furthermore, continuous assessment, which involves periodic tests, assignments, and projects conducted throughout the academic session, also contributes to the overall BECE assessment. This allows for an all-around evaluation of students’ performance and progress over time.
JSS3 First Term Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
| LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF WORK FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL | ||
| Computer Studies Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary School 3(JSS3) | ||
| Class | J.S.S 3 | |
| Subject | Computer Studies | |
| Term | First Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | REVISION ON THE INTERNET | Examples of Search Engines – google.com, mama.com, ask.com, yahoo.com, etc. |
| 2 | USES OF SEARCH ENGINES | Use the Search Engines to obtain Information and Download Materials on the Internet |
| 3 | DIGITAL DIVIDE | I. Concept of Digital Divide II. Features of Old Economy – Time Consuming, Labor Based, Mechanical, Constrained by Space, Time and Mechanical III. Limitation of Old Economy |
| 4 | FEATURES OF NEW ECONOMY | I. Digital, Time, Space and distance is irrelevant, Knowledge based, etc. II. Benefits of new economy – Low capital, business, create new jobs, etc. |
| 5 | DIGITAL LITERACY | 1. Meaning of Digital Literacy 2. Characteristics of Digital Literacy |
| 6 | DIGITAL LITERACY (CONT’D) | Digital Literacy use in Education, Workforce and Society |
| 7 | DATABASE | I. Operational Definition of Database II. Database Terminologies – Fields, Records, Files, Keys, etc. (State and Explain the Database Terminology) |
| 8 | FORMS OF DATABASE | I. Flat File II. Hierarchical III. Relational IV. Preparation of Results Sheet V. Start and open an existing database, Input, Store and Retrieve Information from a Database Application |
| 9 | SPREADSHEET | I. Examples of Spreadsheet Packages – Excel, Lotus 123, STATVIEW, etc. II. Uses of spreadsheet packages – preparation of daily sales, budget, Examination Results |
| 10 | SPREADSHEET PACKAGES (CONTINUATION) | I. Spreadsheet Features and Terminologies – Row, Column, Cell, Worksheets, Charts, Data Range, etc. II. Load and existing spreadsheet packages. |
| 11-13 | REVISION AND EXAMINATION | |
JSS3 Second Term Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
| Term | Second Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | GRAPHS | Creating Graphs – Line graphs, Histogram, Pie charts, Legends, etc |
| 2 | EDITING GRAPHS | I. Formatting Graphs – Line graphs, Histogram, Pie charts, Legends, etc. II. Identify and Select Data Range and Area for Graph Construction |
| 3 | THE WORKSHEETS | I. Starting Worksheets II. Data Entry III. Editing IV. Saving V. Retrieving Worksheets VI. Formatting worksheets (Text, Cell and column, naming, etc) |
| 4 | CALCULATIONS | I. Addition, Average, Counting, Multiplication, Division, etc II. Printing of Worksheets. |
| 5 | COMPUTER CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | I. Computer Professionals – Computer Manager, System Analyst, Programmers II. Computer Education, Computer Engineers and Technicians, and Operators III. State the Functions of each of the Professional |
| 6 | QUALITIES OF GOOD COMPUTER PROFESSIONALS | Computer Professional Bodies – I. Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) II. Institute of Management Information System (IMIS) III. Computer Professional Registration Council of Nigeria (CPRN) IV. Information Technology Association of Nigeria (ITAN) V. Nigeria Internet Group (NIG) |
| 7 | LOGIC CIRCUIT | I. Introduction to Logic II. Interpreting Logic Gate and Circuit |
| 8 | CONSTRUCTION OF TRUTH TABLES FOR, OR, AND, NOT, ETC | |
| 9 | COMPUTER GAMES | I. Introduction to Computer Game II. Types of Computer Games |
| 10 | COMPUTER GAMES (CONTINUATION) | I. Advantages of Playing Computer Games II. Disadvantages of Playing Computer Games |
| 11 | REVISION | |
| 12-13 | EXAMINATION |
JSS3 Third Term Scheme of Work for Computer Studies
| Term | Third Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | COMPUTER VIRUS | I. State the Meaning of Computer Virus II. Types of Computer Virus – Book Sector, Executable File Virus, Attack on Document III. Examples of Computer Virus – Trojan Horse, Sleeper, Logic Bomb, Alabama Virus and Christmas Virus |
| 2 | SOURCES OF VIRUSES | I. Infected Diskettes II. Infected CD – ROMS III. E – mail IV. Internet Download V. Illegal Duplication of Software, etc |
| 3 | VIRUS WARNING SIGNS | I. Slowing Down of Response Time II. Presence of Tiny Dots III. Wandering Across the Screen IV. Incomplete Saving of File V. Corruption of the System Setup Instructions VI. Appearance of strange characters. |
| 4 | VIRUS DETECTION (ANTI VIRUS) | I. Norton Anti Virus II. McAfee Virus Scan III. Dr. Solomon’s Took Kite, etc. |
| 5-12 | REVISION AND EXAMINATION |
Recommended Computer Studies Textbooks for Junior Secondary School 3
The recommended textbooks for Computer Studies in J.S.S.3 include:
- New Computer Studies 3 By J.O. E Otuka A.F. Akande S.L. iginla – Learn Africa
- Basic Science and Technology Computer /ICT By A Deme – Africana First Publishers Plc JSS 3
- Computer Studies with Workbook By Stella .C. Chiemeke Soulex Boukari et al- University Press Plc JSS 3
- Model Computer Studies with Workbook By Anselm .C. Onuorah – Mid-Field Publishers Ltd JSS 3
- Basic Science and Technology/Information Technology/workbook By Stella .C. Chiemeke, Philias .O. Yara – University Press Plc JSS3
