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Exploring Business & Technology in Texts – Non-fiction reading skills – Learn to gather facts and details from informational texts. – Significance of business & tech – Reading about these topics helps us understand the world economy and innovation. – Impact on daily life – Consider how smartphones and computers have changed how we work and play. – Preparing for future trends – Staying informed about tech helps us adapt to new changes. | This slide introduces students to the importance of reading non-fiction, particularly focusing on business and technology. Emphasize the value of understanding factual content and extracting useful information. Discuss why knowledge in business and technology is crucial, as these fields drive progress and influence our everyday lives. Highlight how technology has revolutionized communication, work, and entertainment. Encourage students to think about how staying updated with the latest technological trends can prepare them for the future. Provide examples of business and technology in current events to make the topic relatable and engaging.

Exploring Informational Texts – Informational Texts Defined – Texts that inform or teach us about the real world – Facts and Real-World Concepts – They include true details like data and statistics – Not the Same as Stories – Common Examples of Informational Texts – Such as news articles, manuals, and textbooks | Informational texts are a key component of educational materials, especially in subjects like business and technology. They provide factual information and are structured to educate the reader on specific topics. Unlike fictional stories and novels, which are meant to entertain, informational texts are designed to convey knowledge and often include data and statistics to support the information presented. Common examples that the students might already be familiar with include news articles, which keep us updated on current events; textbooks, which provide in-depth coverage of academic subjects; and instruction manuals, which guide us through processes or teach us how to use something. Encourage students to think about the informational texts they’ve encountered in their daily lives and discuss the purpose and value of these texts in learning new concepts.

Exploring Business in Our World – Understanding what a business is – A business is an organization where goods or services are exchanged for money. – Exploring different types of businesses – Services like haircuts, products like toys, and hybrids like restaurants. – Businesses’ roles in the community – They provide jobs, goods, services, and can help the community grow. | This slide introduces students to the concept of business and its relevance in everyday life. Begin by defining a business as an entity that provides goods or services in exchange for money. Discuss various types of businesses, such as those that offer services (like a car wash), sell products (like a bookstore), or a combination of both (like a grocery store). Highlight the importance of businesses in our communities, such as creating jobs, providing necessary products and services, and contributing to the local economy. Encourage students to think of businesses they interact with regularly and how these businesses impact their lives and their community.

Technology in Our Lives – Understanding technology – What gadgets and tools do we use? – Technology’s evolution – From landlines to smartphones – Technology’s role today – How do we use tech daily? – Reflecting on tech impact – How has tech changed our routines? | This slide introduces students to the concept of technology and its progression over time. Begin by defining technology as the tools and machines that we use to help us in our daily lives. Discuss the evolution of technology, highlighting key changes from past to present, such as the transition from wired telephones to mobile devices. Explore the impact of technology on everyday life, such as how we communicate, learn, and entertain ourselves. Encourage students to think about how technology affects their routines, both positively and negatively. The goal is to foster an understanding of technology’s role and its significance in shaping modern society.

Reading Strategies: Business & Technology – Skim for main ideas in texts – Quickly read to grasp the general concept of the text. – Find keywords on business & tech – Look for specific terms like ‘innovation’, ‘investment’, ‘software’, ‘hardware’. – Make connections to prior knowledge – Relate new information to what you’ve learned before in class or seen in the world. – Understand the impact of technology – Think about how technology changes businesses and our daily lives. | This slide aims to equip students with effective reading strategies tailored for informational texts about business and technology. Encourage students to skim through the text to identify the main ideas without getting bogged down by details. Teach them to spot and understand keywords that are often used in the context of business and technology, which will help them grasp the content better. Prompt them to draw connections between the new information and what they already know, as this will aid in retention and deeper understanding. Discuss the significant impact that technology has on businesses and everyday life to provide a practical perspective on the topic.

Vocabulary in Context: Business and Technology – Learn new business words – Words like ‘Entrepreneur’, ‘E-commerce’, ‘Innovation’ – Use clues to define words – Look for hints around the word that help explain it – Practice with a sentence – ‘The entrepreneur launched an e-commerce platform that was a major innovation.’ – Discuss the sentence’s meaning – What do these words tell us about the business world? | This slide introduces students to key vocabulary related to business and technology, which are important concepts in today’s digital world. The focus is on understanding the words ‘entrepreneur’, ‘e-commerce’, and ‘innovation’ through context clues. Students will practice using these words in sentences and discuss how they relate to the business world. Encourage students to think about the role of an entrepreneur and how e-commerce has changed the way we shop and sell. Discuss what innovation means and why it’s important in business. Provide additional examples if needed and ask students to come up with their own sentences using the new vocabulary.

Analyzing Informational Text: Business & Technology – Find the main idea in a text – Look for the big point the author is making – Separate facts from opinions – Facts are true statements; opinions are what someone thinks – Interpret graphs and charts – Understand data in visuals related to business and tech topics – Connect visuals to text content – See how pictures and graphs support what you read | This slide aims to equip students with the skills to analyze informational texts, specifically in the context of business and technology. Students should learn to identify the main idea, which is the central message or point of a text, and supporting details that explain or give more information about the main idea. They also need to differentiate between factual statements and opinions, which is crucial for critical reading. Additionally, understanding how to read graphs and charts is essential, as these often accompany informational texts in business and technology to present data. Encourage students to practice these skills with real-world examples, such as articles from kid-friendly business magazines or technology news for children.

Class Activity: Business and Technology Hunt – Find classroom business & tech examples – Create a mind map of connections – Use drawings or a digital tool to map out how each example is related – Share your findings with the class – Discuss the role of technology in business – How does technology help businesses grow or operate smoothly? | This activity is designed to help students recognize the presence and importance of business and technology in their everyday environment, even in the classroom. Encourage students to look for items like computers, calculators, or books on economics as examples of technology and business. They should then create a mind map, which can be done on paper or with a digital tool, to visually display how these items are interconnected and their relevance to business operations. After creating their mind maps, students will present their findings to the class, fostering a discussion on how technology aids in business efficiency and growth. This will enhance their understanding of the subject matter and develop their presentation skills. Provide guidance on creating mind maps and offer examples of how to identify connections. The discussion can be enriched by asking students to consider how businesses might function differently without technology.

Reflecting on Business and Technology – Recap today’s business & tech lessons – Applying knowledge to real life – How can understanding business and tech help us daily? – Discuss the value of being informed – Why is it important to keep up with tech and business news? – Group discussion activity | This slide aims to consolidate the day’s learning and encourage students to think critically about the role of business and technology in their lives. Start by summarizing the key points covered in the lesson. Then, prompt students to consider how the concepts they’ve learned could be useful in everyday situations, such as understanding how money works or how technology can aid in education. Highlight the importance of being informed about current events in business and technology, as this can impact their future choices and society at large. For the group discussion, divide the class into small groups and let them discuss the importance of staying informed about business and technology. Encourage them to think about how this knowledge can help them make better decisions and prepare them for the future. After the discussion, have a few groups share their thoughts with the class to foster a collaborative learning environment.

Homework: Exploring Technology in Business – Read about recent tech advances – Write a summary of the article – Summarize in your own words, focus on the most important points – Include main idea and key details – What’s the big discovery? What are the benefits or problems? – Get ready for class discussion | This homework assignment is designed to enhance students’ reading comprehension skills and their ability to extract pertinent information from a text. By reading an article about a recent technological advancement, students will practice summarizing and identifying the main idea and key details – crucial skills in understanding informational texts. Encourage them to think critically about the content and its implications on business and everyday life. In the next class, a discussion will be held to share insights and foster a deeper understanding of the material. This will also provide an opportunity to practice speaking and listening skills within the context of technology in business.