Lesson Plan – Introduction to Cloud Computing
Subject: ICT
Grade: 12
Week: [Insert Week]
Period: 1 (45 minutes)
Topic: Introduction to Cloud Computing
Date & Time: [Insert Date & Time]
Objective
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Define cloud computing.
- Explain the basic concept and purpose of cloud computing.
- Identify common examples of cloud-based services.
Starting Activities
Stage Activities Time
Revision Ask students to recall 5 min
previous topic (e.g., data
storage or computer
networks). Discuss how
data is shared or stored on
different devices.
Introduction and Ask: 'Where are your 5 min
Motivation photos stored when you use
Google Photos or email
attachments?'
Show a short 2-minute
video or example from
Google Drive.
Link responses to today’s
topic: Cloud Computing.
Main Activities
Stage Activities Time
Presentation Define cloud computing as 15 min
the delivery of computing
services (storage, servers,
databases, networking, etc.)
over the internet.
Explain key ideas: remote
storage, accessibility
anywhere, scalability.
Give real-life examples
(Google Drive, Dropbox,
Microsoft 365).
Highlight advantages: cost-
effectiveness, flexibility,
automatic updates.
Stabilization (Practice / Ask students to identify 10 min
Interaction) cloud services they already
use.
Write their responses on
the board and categorize
them (e.g., file storage,
email, productivity tools).
Encourage peer discussion.
Summary and Evaluation
Stage Activities Time
Summary Review the definition and 5 min
main points.
Reinforce with short recap
questions.
Evaluation Oral Questions: —
1. What is cloud computing?
2. Mention two examples of
cloud services.
3. List one advantage of
using the cloud.
Support for Learners
Slow Learners: Provide examples with pictures (Google Drive, Gmail). Use simpler
definitions.
Medium Learners: Encourage participation in discussion and note-taking.
Fast Learners: Ask them to explain differences between local storage and cloud storage.
Disabled Learners: Ensure access to visual aids and verbal explanations; pair with
supportive peers.
Teaching Aids / Resources
- Textbook
- Whiteboard & markers
- Internet connection or screenshots (Google Drive, Dropbox)
- Short introductory video