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INFORMATION,
COMMUNICATION AND
TECHNOLOGY (ICT)

Grade 3
Learner’s Book

C. Madziva N. Mudzingwa S. Tsikiwa

 CONTENTS

TOPIC 1 : ICT TOOLS.................................................................................................. 1

Unit 1 : Different Types of Personal Computers ................................................................ 2

Unit 2 : Different Types of Computers................................................................................... 6
Unit 3 : How to Use a Micro-Computer ................................................................................ 10

TOPIC 2 : CREATING AND PUBLISHING ................................................................. 17

Unit 4 : Creating Charts............................................................................................................. 18

Unit 5 : Ammending Charts ..................................................................................................... 23
Unit 6 : Images ............................................................................................................................. 30
Unit 7 : How to Take Photographs......................................................................................... 35
Unit 8 : How to Add Sound and Images .............................................................................. 37

Test 1................................................................................................................................... 41

TOPIC 3 : COMPUTER SOFTWARE .......................................................................... 45

Unit 9 : Uses of Software in Home, Schools and Workplaces....................................... 46

Unit 10 : Text Input ...................................................................................................................... 50
Unit 11 : Formatting Text .......................................................................................................... 55
Unit 12 : File Management ....................................................................................................... 58
Unit 13 : Multimedia ................................................................................................................... 62

TOPIC 4 : SAFETY AND SECURITY .......................................................................... 66

Unit 14 : Password ...................................................................................................................... 67

TOPIC 5 : THE WORLD WIDE WEB AND COLLABORATION............................... 70

Unit 15 : Components of a Webpage.................................................................................... 71

Unit 16 : Identifying Search Engines ..................................................................................... 75

Test 2................................................................................................................................... 77

Unit 17 : How Information is Presented on the Internet ................................................. 80

TOPIC 6 : THE WORLD WIDE WEB AND COLLABORATION ONLINE................ 86

Unit 18 : Different Ways Messages are Sent ...................................................................... 87

Unit 19 : Forms of Information and the Use of Internet .................................................... 92

Unit 20 : How to Reply Electronic Messages ...................................................................... 98

TOPIC 7 : ICT ENTERPRISE ....................................................................................... 102

Unit 21 : Roles of a Data Capture Clerk and a Sound Technician ............................... 103
Unit 22 : Operating a PA System ............................................................................................ 108

TOPIC 8 : PROGRAMMING ........................................................................................ 112

Unit 23 : How to Process Instructions and Commands................................................... 113

Unit 24 : How to Use Devices Using Instructions .............................................................. 118

Unit 25 : Creating Sequence of Instructions for Programmable Devices .................. 123

Unit 25 : Editing Sequence of Instructions for Programmable Devices...................... 130

Test 3................................................................................................................................... 138

 TOPIC

1
ICT TOOLS

Topic Introduction

A computer is a machine that processes data into information. The 3 types of computers are
desktops, laptops and palmtops. Desktop computers have a separate CPU and monitor and
fit on a desk while laptops are portable. Palmtops are portable computers that can fit in the
palm.

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 Unit
DIFFERENT TYPES OF
1 PERSONAL COMPUTERS

Key Words
Computer Desktop
Laptop Palmtop

Types of personal computers

(a) Desktop computer

A desktop computer is a personal computer that fits on or under a desk. It typically has a

peripheral monitor, keyboard and a mouse. Unlike a laptop, which is portable, a desktop
computer is meant to stay at one location.

Activity 1
Operate a desktop computer.

Exercise 1
1. A computer is a machine that processes data into information. (True/False)
2. A computer that can be carried anywhere is called a ------- (desktop/laptop)
3. Which one from the following is not a part of a desktop computer?
A. CPU B. Mouse C. Monitor D. Disk
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4. Desktop computers can fit on or under the ----------.
A. Carpet B. Chair C. Desk D. Sofa
5. Which one of these is part of a desktop computer?
A. Monitor B. Mouse C. Keyboard D. All of the above

Structured Questions
1. People type on a computer using a mouse. (True/False)
2. The 3 types of personal computers are--------, -------- and -------- (laptops/ desktops/
calculator/palmtops/ computers)
3. The ----------is also known as the screen. (mouse/palmtop/ monitor)
4. The ----------- is used to display data and information. (mouse/palmtop/monitor)
5. Palmtops that use a rather than a keyboard for input are often. (laptops/ Cell phones/
radios)

Practical Questions
1. Start a computer booting with the power button.
2. Log in using personal log in details.
3. Log off using the log off button in the start menu.

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 Unit
DIFFERENT TYPES OF
2 COMPUTERS

Key Words
Computer
Capacity
Speed
Tablet
Cost

Different types of computers

Digital computers are categorized into microcomputers,
mini computers, mainframes and super computers. These
computers will be classified roughly according to size and
number of people who can use them.

(a) Micro Computers/personal computers (Pc)

These are single user computer systems with powerful microprocessors inside them and fit
in hands, on laps, or on desktops. These computers are widely used in homes and are the
cheapest among the other three types and allows one user per any given time.

Activity 1
Identify a desktop computer as part of a microcomputer.

Exercise 1
1. A desktop computer is a digital computer. (True/False)
2. Desktop computers can be used by how many users?
A. 5 B. 10 C. 1 D. 100
3. Which one from the following is not a micro-computer?
A. Minicomputer B. Mainframe C. Desktop D. Super computer

(b) Mini-Computers
These are powerful computers than micro-computers and can support up to 100 users at the
same time. They are suitable for large business organizations like in banks. They are however
less powerful than mainframes.

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Key points in this unit
• There are 4 types of digital computers.
• All computers perform 4 basic functions.
• Computers are classified according to size, number users, cost and the amount of
processing power and speed.
• The 4 categories of computers are microcomputers, mini computers, mainframes and
super computers.

Unit Revision Exercises

Multiple Choice Questions

1. A microcomputer can be used by how many users?

A. 1 B. 2 C. 100 D. 100
2. Which of the following is computer is most expensive?
A. Microcomputer B. Desktop C. Super computer D. Mainframe
3. What is shown in the picture below this?

A. Supercomputer B. Mainframe C. Desktop D. Mini computer

4. Which of the following computer types is the cheapest?
A. Supercomputer B. Minicomputer C. Microcomputer D. Mainframe
5. Which of these computers is a microcomputer?

Structured Questions
1. A palmtop computer fits in the of your hand. (back/palm/fingers)
2. These are digital computers except? (microcomputer/minicomputer/mainframe/printer)
3. The -------- is the fastest computer. (laptop/ palmtop/microcomputer/ mainframe)
4. Supercomputers are used for exploration and ----------- purposes. (banking/research)
5. A minicomputer performs how many functions? (1/ 2/ 3/ 4)

Practical Questions
1. Fill in the diagrams below, listing types of computers from the smallest to the biggest
(supercomputer/ mainframe/microcomputer/minicomputer)
2. Fill in the gaps.

No. Type Number of users

Microcomputer/
1
Personal Computer

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 Unit
HOW TO USE A MICRO-
3 COMPUTER

Key Words
Turn on
Booting
Operating system
Computer
Load

In order to start working on a microcomputer called a desktop, you need to start it up or turn
it on. The process of turning on a computer is known as the booting process. This will allow
the computer to automatically load the operating system until the first screen appears.

How to turn on/switch on a desktop computer

If you are using a desktop computer, you will
Power on/off
need to make sure that the keyboard, mouse,
button
and monitor are plugged into the computer
case before you continue

Turning on a computer
The very first step is to turn on the computer.
To do this, locate and press the power button.
It is in a different place on every computer,
but it will have the universal power button
symbol (shown besides).

Once turned on, your computer takes time before

it is ready to use. You may see a few different
displays flash on the screen. This process is
called booting up, and it can take anywhere
from 15 seconds to several minutes. Once the
computer has booted up, it may be ready to
use, or it may require you to log in.

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Using a computer
The main screen you will start from is the
desktop. This is from where you can access
the programs and features you need to use
your computer.

Icons are used to represent the different

files, applications, and commands on your
computer. An icon is a small image that is
intended to give you an idea at a glance
of what it represents, like a logo. Double-
clicking an icon on the desktop will open that
application or file.

A button is a command that performs a

specific function within an application.
The most commonly used commands in a
program will be represented by buttons.

Menus are organized collections of

commands and shortcuts. Click a menu
to open it and display the commands and
shortcuts within. Then click an item in the menu to execute it.

When you open an application or folder, it is displayed in its own window. A window is a
contained area like a picture within a picture with its own menus and buttons specific to that
program. You can rearrange multiple windows on the desktop and switch between them.

Activity 2
Allow learners to identify the screen area called the desktop.

Exercise 2
1. Desktop computers have a screen area called a desktop. (True/False)
2. The main screen you’ll start from is the ______.

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Step 3: Click the power icon. It is the circle icon with a line through its top.

Step 4: Click Shutdown.

Activity 4
Identify areas where minicomputers are used.

Exercise 4
1. The START menu is found on which side of the screen? (left/ right/top)
2. What should you do before turning off the computer to make sure that all files protected
from damage?
A. Play games B. Close all programs
C. Open many programs D. Remove mouse
3. This icon is called a -----------.
A. switch off icon B. black line icon C. power icon D. energy icon

Restarting the computer

Restarting is the process of turning the computer off and on again. This is usually done
when the computer sticks or just hangs up and fails to respond to user commands. Just like
turning off, make sure that all files are closed before restarting it.

Step 1: Close all programs.

Step 2: Click the START menu in the bottom-left

corner of the screen.

Step 3: Click the power icon. It is the circle icon with a

line through its top.

Step 4: Click Restart.

Activity 5
List one reason why a computer should be restarted.

Exercise 5
1. Restarting is the process of turning the computer off and on again. (True/False)
2. The computer is restarted when it -------- the computer sticks or just hangs up and
fails to respond to user commands.
A. sticks B. loses power C. closes D. plays music
3. Before restarting the computer make sure that all------------ are closed.
A. computers B. files C. doors D. roads

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Key points in this unit
• Turning on a computer is also called booting or switching on.
• The first screen that appears after logging in is known as the Desktop.
• The turning off process is also known as shutting down.
• Before turning off the computer, make sure that all files are closed.

Unit Revision Exercise

Multiple Choice Questions
1. Which word is not the same at turning on?
A. Booting B. Switching on C. Restarting D. All of them
2. The -------- is the screen that appears after logging in.
A. keyboard B. desktop C. computer D. programs
3. The START menu is found at the ---------- corner of the computer screen
A. centre B. top-left C. bottom-left D. bottom- right
4. If you turn off the computer before closing all programs, they will get -------.
A. lost B. damaged C. opened D. closed
5. On which bar do we find an open program on a computer?
A. Vertical scroll bar B. Horizontal scroll bar
C. Task bar D. Status bar

Structured Questions
1. When you open an application or folder, it is displayed in its own. (line/ window/
computer/ printer)
2. You can rearrange multiple windows on the desktop but cannot switch between them.
(True/False)
3. If you want to open an application or file, you -------it. (right- click/ double-click/ left-
click)
4. An icon can be likened to a-------. (logo/ picture)
5. The power icon on the screen is used for------- the computer. (turning off/ cleaning/
charging/ playing)

Practical Questions
1. Switch on the computer
2. Identify the computer’s Power Button.
3. Press and release it
4. Wait until the Desktop appears
5. Write down the name of Programs that appears on your screen.
6. Open the Microsoft Office word program using the Start button
7. Click on the Start button
8. Point to Programs and look for Microsoft Word
9. Click on it
10. The Word program window appears

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 Unit

4
CREATING CHARTS

Key Words

Chart tool Format

A chart is a powerful tool that allows you to visually display data in a variety of different
chart formats such as Bar chart and Pie chart.

(a) Bar graphs

Is also called bar chart. It is used commonly to compare the values of several items in a
group at a given point in time.

Using tallies to present data

A bar graph can be created by writing numbers 1 to 7 and then present any given number
with the favorite dinosaur and then tally it (see example below).

Children can use this data to draw a tally chart.

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Unit Revision Exercises
Multiple Choice Questions
1. A ------ is a powerful tool that allows you to visually display data in a variety of different
chart formats.
A. excel B. cell C. chart D. column
2. A --------- is a way of showing data using images.
A. chart B. bar chart C. pictograph D. bar graph
3. A bar graph is also called a bar ----------.
A. chart B. gram C. cross D. scale
4. To read a pictograph, children start by looking at the -------- to see how many of a given
item each picture stands for.
A. key B. picture C. video D. data
5. A pictograph is a ------- and interesting way to show data.
A. boring B. dangerous C. fun D. big

Structured Questions
1. A chart is a powerful tool that allows you to visually display data in a variety of different
chart formats such as Bar chart and Pie chart. (True or False).
2. A bar graph is also called a ----------. (bar chain/bar chart)
3. A-------- used commonly to compare the values of several items in a group at a given
point in time. (pictograph/bar graph/bar chart)

Practical Questions
1. Try to make your own pictographs. Here are a few ideas:
• How much money you have (week by week)?
• How much exercise you get (each day)?
• How many hours you play games every week?
2. Have fun making pictures for each!

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 Unit HOW TO PROCESS
INSTRUCTIONS AND
23 COMMANDS

Key Words
Process
Instruction
CPU
Programming

Computer programming is writing instructions that are used by a computer to perform

tasks. The computer works by following the instructions contained in computer programs.
Some of them are:

• Java
• C-Sharp
• C
• C++
• BASIC
• Python
• Perl

There are many programming languages used in the world today. Programming languages
are languages that are used to make computer instructions. Below is a development studio
with a C program in it.

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 Exercise 2
1. ---------- is a programming language. (Scratch/ Kodu)
2. ------------ languages are languages that are understood by a computer. (home/
programming)
3. ----------- is a computer program. (Java/ Turtle System)

Key points in this unit

• A computer processes commands by taking the commands from the memory, reading
them and doing as the commands state.
• The part of a computer responsible for processing instructions is the Central
Processing Unit (CPU).
• Computer programming is writing instructions that are used by a computer to perform
tasks.
• Programming languages are languages that are used to make computer instructions.
• Programmers use programming languages to create software.
• There are programming learning programs available for use by kids which are Scratch
2, Kodu Game Lab, Microsoft Windows Logo and Turtle System.

Unit Revision Exercises

Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is computer programming?
A. Writing instructions that are used by computers to do tasks.
B. Instructions that perform tasks.
C. Moving sprites.
D. Reading notes.
2. The CPU reads commands from the ------------.
A. memory B. output C. people D. cables
3. A small funny picture of a thing or animal is called a (n) -----------.
A. animal B. icon C. display D. sprite
4. The command -------------.
A. changes the colour of the sprite.
B. changes the appearance of the sprite.
C. makes the sprite move.
D. enlarges the sprite.

5. What is shown by the picture?

A. Kodu Game Lab B. Microsoft Logo
C. Scratch D. None of the above

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