SS2 First Term Basic Electricity Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Basic Electricity Lesson Note and Scheme of Work: SS2 First Term
Week 1-2: Introduction to Electricity
Lesson Note: Begin with an overview of electricity, its history, and importance.
Activities: Conduct demonstrations on basic electrical phenomena, introduce safety measures.
Scheme of Work: Cover topics like static electricity, current electricity, and basic electrical components.
Week 3-4: Ohm’s Law and Resistors
Lesson Note: Introduce Ohm’s Law, explain the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance.
Activities: Practical experiments with resistors, calculations using Ohm’s Law.
Scheme of Work: Delve into resistor types, color coding, and applications.
Week 5-6: Electric Circuits and Series/Parallel Connections
Lesson Note: Teach the concept of electric circuits, series, and parallel connections.
Activities: Hands-on activities constructing circuits, troubleshooting issues.
Scheme of Work: Explore circuit diagrams, analyze series and parallel circuits.
Week 7-8: Capacitors and Inductors
Lesson Note: Introduce capacitors and inductors, discuss their functions in circuits.
Activities: Build circuits with capacitors and inductors, observe their effects.
Scheme of Work: Cover capacitance, inductance, and applications in real-world devices.
Week 9-10: Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Lesson Note: Explore the basics of magnetism and how it relates to electromagnetism.
Activities: Conduct experiments with magnets and electromagnets.
Scheme of Work: Discuss the applications of electromagnetism in devices like motors and generators.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Review key concepts, address doubts, and reinforce understanding.
Activities: Practice quizzes, group discussions, and practical problem-solving.
Scheme of Work: Focus on areas of difficulty, revisit hands-on activities.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Administer examinations covering all topics learned during the term.
Activities: Written exams, practical assessments, and oral examinations.
Scheme of Work: Evaluate students’ understanding of the entire term’s content.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Recap the term, highlight achievements, and provide feedback.
Activities: Award certificates, discuss future topics, and celebrate accomplishments.
Scheme of Work: Prepare students for the next term, share recommended resources for further study.
This comprehensive Lesson Note and Scheme of Work aim to provide a structured approach to teaching Basic Electricity in SS2 during the First Term. Adjustments can be made based on the students’ pace and understanding.
