Examination

Learning Objectives

• Complete the First Term examination.
• Answer every question within the time allowed.
• Demonstrate practical skills in the laboratory task.
• Use the result analysis to plan the Second Term work.

Examination Arrangements

The First Term examination covers Weeks 1 to 10. The written paper tests understanding of facts, definitions and the ability to explain. The practical task tests whether the learner can actually use a computer.

All learners should arrive early with two pens, a pencil, an eraser, a ruler and an identification card. Practical candidates must confirm that the computer, keyboard and mouse are working before the task begins.

What the Paper Will Test

The paper will include objective questions that test single facts, names and classifications. It will also include short answer questions that test definitions, differences and short explanations. Where provided, essay questions will require that require organised paragraphs.

The practical task may test file management, a simple spreadsheet with a formula and a chart, or the creation of a short slide show. Practise these steps before the examination.

After the Examination

Once the papers are marked, the results should be analysed. Count how many learners lost marks on each question. A question that almost every learner missed shows the topic was not well taught and must be repeated.

Record the topics to be retaught in the Second Term and the topics to move on from, and share the analysis with the class so that learners know which areas to work on.

Preparing for the Second Term

The Second Term begins with revision of the topics that were weak. It then moves to new topics that build on what has been learned, including further work on productivity programs and on using computers safely and responsibly.

Practical Work

1. Enter the examination room with all required materials.
2. Read the instructions and the marks for each section before writing.
3. Attempt every question, beginning with the ones you understand best.
4. Complete the practical task exactly as instructed.

Scenario-Based Questions

1. You have twenty minutes left and four questions unanswered. Explain how you should use the time.
2. A learner finishes the practical task but forgets to save the file. Explain the consequence.
3. Explain why a teacher analyses the examination results before planning the next term.
4. State four items you should bring to the examination.
5. Explain how you would answer a question asking for the difference between two items when you can only remember one.
6. Give two reasons why the practical task is an important part of Digital Technology.
7. A question asks for four items and one mark is given for each. Explain what happens if only two are given.
8. ODELAMI

First Term Examination Practice Questions

These questions are taken from the First Term examination and Continuous Assessment papers for this class. Answer them in full sentences.

1. (a) Highlight the main technological components used in each of the first four generations of computers: (i) First Generation (ii) Second Generation (iii) Third Generation (iv) Fourth Generation (b) Mention two (2) early calculating or counting devices invented before modern computers. (c) State two (2) contributions of Charles Babbage to computer history.
2. (a) Define a Computer. (b) Mention and explain the three (3) classifications of computers based on their operating principles (type). (c) List four (4) classifications of computers based on size and capacity.
3. (a) State four (4) important rules and regulations to be observed in the computer laboratory. (b) Explain what is meant by Ergonomics in computer usage. (c) Mention two (2) ways to properly care for and maintain computer hardware equipment.
4. (a) Briefly describe the stages involved in the Data Processing Cycle. (b) Define Information Transmission. (c) Mention two (2) ancient methods and two (2) modern methods of transmitting information.

Lesson objectives

By the end of the examination week, learners should be able to:

1. Demonstrate recall of the term's concepts under examination conditions.
2. Apply knowledge to unfamiliar examples in objective and short-answer questions.
3. Complete a practical task within the time allowance using correct procedure.
4. Name, save and submit files correctly.
5. Explain their practical output when questioned by the examiner.

Examination design

Following the approved assessment framework for JSS 1JSS 2:

Section A samples recall and terminology across the whole term. Section B samples explanation, comparison, classification and diagram labelling. Section C samples practical skills in this term and the related spreadsheet work.

Teacher activities

1. Confirm the approved timetable, venue, seating and invigilation before the week begins.
2. Brief learners on the paper structure, the time for each section and the materials allowed.
3. Set out three practical stations: typing, spreadsheet calculation and device identification, with one invigilator per station where possible.
4. Prepare offline equivalents for learners without device access: printed keyboard diagram, paper spreadsheet calculation task and device picture cards.
5. Mark using the agreed scheme, moderate a sample of scripts and record scores.
6. Return scripts with feedback and hand over to Second Term.

Student activities

1. Attend the briefing and note the time allowed per section.
2. Complete Section A, then Section B, allocating time as instructed.
3. Move through the practical stations in the assigned order.
4. Save work with the correct filename and confirm it opens before leaving the station.
5. Answer the examiner's question on their practical output.
6. Collect marked scripts and record the topics to revise in Second Term.

Practical / learning evidence

The completed examination script, the saved practical file for each candidate and the practical rubric sheets. Retain scripts, marking guides and representative learner work for moderation as required by the assessment framework.

Resources and preparation

Printed question papers and answer sheets, a marking guide and rubric per station, working computers with Word, Excel or Writer, a stopwatch, printed keyboard diagrams and device picture cards. Check every machine the day before, and prepare two spare machines where possible. Ensure power backup and an offline alternative for each station.

Assessment for learning

Mark Section C against the practical rubric: task interpretation, procedure, technical accuracy, safe use, file naming and saving, organisation and explanation. Moderate a sample of scripts across all sections, and flag any question where more than a third of learners scored zero for review of the teaching rather than the learners.

Inclusion and access

Provide extra time and large-print papers where approved, seat learners with visual or hearing needs appropriately, and allow the offline equivalent for any learner without device access so that no candidate loses practical marks because of equipment. Keep the practical criteria identical across the digital and paper routes.

After the examination

Record scores against the class list, return scripts with brief feedback, and hand over to Second Term: computer programming concepts and languages, introduction to BASIC programming, BASIC simple statements and programs, BASIC practical and debugging, graphic packages, ICT as a transformation tool, data transmission, file management and data organisation. Note any topic where the class average fell below the school's threshold and schedule it as a Second-Term retrieval starter.