SS1 Second Term Commerce Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Scheme of Work – Second Term
Week 1-2: Business Environment
Understanding the business environment.
Impact of external factors on businesses.
Activities: Field trip to local businesses, analysis of the business environment.
Week 3-4: E-commerce and Technology in Business
Introduction to e-commerce.
Role of technology in modern businesses.
Activities: Online shopping simulation, research on innovative business technologies.
Week 5-6: International Trade
Basics of international trade.
Globalization and its effects on commerce.
Activities: Model United Nations (MUN) simulation on international trade issues, case studies.
Week 7-8: Entrepreneurship
Exploring entrepreneurial skills.
Steps to starting a business.
Activities: Guest speakers from successful entrepreneurs, development of a business plan.
Week 9-10: Accounting in Commerce
Basics of accounting principles.
Importance of financial records in business.
Activities: Simple bookkeeping exercises, analysis of financial statements.
Week 11: Revision Week
Recap of key concepts from weeks 1-10.
Practice tests and quizzes.
Activities: Group study sessions, peer teaching.
Week 12: Examination Week
Final examinations covering all topics.
Activities: Exam preparation sessions, last-minute clarifications.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Recap of the term’s learnings.
Distribution of results and feedback.
Activities: End-of-term reflections, goal-setting for the next term.
Note: The above scheme of work is a general guideline. Adjustments may be made based on the pace of the class and individual needs.
