JSS3 Third Term Basic Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
JSS3 Third Term Basic Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Overview of Third Term Curriculum
Lesson 1: Introduction to the topics covered in the third term
Lesson 2: Setting goals for the term
Activity: Class discussion on the relevance of third term concepts
Week 2: Genetics and Heredity
Lesson 3: Basics of Genetics
Lesson 4: Inheritance and Heredity
Activity: Punnett square exercises to understand genetic traits
Week 3: Human Diseases and Prevention
Lesson 5: Common Human Diseases
Lesson 6: Preventive Measures
Activity: Research and presentation on a chosen health-related topic
Week 4: Water and Its Importance
Lesson 7: Properties of Water
Lesson 8: Water Cycle and Conservation
Activity: Field trip to a water treatment facility or local water source
Week 5: Space and Astronomy
Lesson 9: Solar System and Planets
Lesson 10: Earth in Space
Activity: Stargazing night or virtual tour of the solar system
Week 6: Biotechnology and its Applications
Lesson 11: Introduction to Biotechnology
Lesson 12: Applications in Medicine and Agriculture
Activity: Guest speaker or video presentation on biotechnological advancements
Week 7: Human Rights and Ethics in Science
Lesson 13: Understanding Human Rights
Lesson 14: Ethical Considerations in Scientific Research
Activity: Debate on ethical dilemmas in science
Week 8: Climate Change and Global Warming
Lesson 15: Causes and Effects of Climate Change
Lesson 16: Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies
Activity: Group project on raising awareness about climate change
Week 9: Waves and Optics
Lesson 17: Types of Waves
Lesson 18: Optics and Light Behavior
Activity: Constructing and testing simple optical devices
Week 10: The Periodic Table
Lesson 19: Structure of the Periodic Table
Lesson 20: Properties of Elements
Activity: Creating a collaborative class periodic table
Week 11: Revision Week
Comprehensive review of all topics covered in the third term
Activity: Group discussions and peer teaching
Week 12: Examination Week
Summative assessment covering all third term topics
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Recap of the academic year
Distribution of report cards
Activity: Class farewell ceremony and reflections on the learning journey.
