🎯 Learning Intention

I will reflect on what “the cloud” means and explore real-world examples of cloud services.

✅ Success Criteria

• [ ] I can define the cloud in simple terms.
• [ ] I can give one example each of SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
• [ ] I can explain why the cloud matters for modern certifications.

🌍 Why We’re Learning This

The cloud is everywhere — from Google Drive to enterprise servers. Understanding the basics prepares you for CompTIA exams and real-world IT work.

🧭 Agenda (47–50 min)

1) Warm-Up (Tech Journal, 5 min)

“Where do you think your Google Docs or photos are actually stored? How safe do you think they are?”

2) Mini-Lesson (10 min)

• Topic: “What is the Cloud?”
  • Explain servers, virtualization, remote storage.
  • Introduce SaaS, PaaS, IaaS with everyday examples (Google Drive, Heroku, AWS).

3) Guided Practice (15 min)

• Groups: Match real-world tools to SaaS/PaaS/IaaS categories.
• Discuss: Which do you use most often and why?

4) Independent Work (12–15 min)

• Students explore CompTIA Cloud+ intro module (accounts newly active).
• Record one key fact in their Cloud Journal – Part 1.