SS2 First Term Chemistry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Chemistry
Lesson Note: Introduce students to basic chemistry concepts.
Scheme of Work: Overview of the course, discuss safety in the laboratory.
Activities: Class discussion on the importance of chemistry in daily life, safety drills.
Week 2: Atomic Structure
Lesson Note: Explore the structure of atoms, subatomic particles.
Scheme of Work: Atomic models, electron configuration.
Activities: Atomic model building, simple experiments demonstrating electron behavior.
Week 3: Periodic Table
Lesson Note: Study the organization of elements in the periodic table.
Scheme of Work: Periodic trends, groups, and periods.
Activities: Group activities categorizing elements, periodic table scavenger hunt.
Week 4: Chemical Bonding
Lesson Note: Understand how atoms bond to form molecules.
Scheme of Work: Types of chemical bonds, Lewis structures.
Activities: Molecular model construction, role-play bonding scenarios.
Week 5: States of Matter
Lesson Note: Explore the different states of matter.
Scheme of Work: Properties of solids, liquids, and gases.
Activities: Experiments demonstrating state changes, group discussions.
Week 6: Chemical Reactions
Lesson Note: Introduction to chemical reactions and equations.
Scheme of Work: Balancing equations, types of reactions.
Activities: Hands-on experiments, equation balancing practice.
Week 7: Acids and Bases
Lesson Note: Study the properties and reactions of acids and bases.
Scheme of Work: pH scale, neutralization reactions.
Activities: pH testing, titration experiments.
Week 8: Redox Reactions
Lesson Note: Understand oxidation-reduction reactions.
Scheme of Work: Redox processes, electrochemical series.
Activities: Demonstration of redox reactions, class debates on applications.
Week 9: Thermochemistry
Lesson Note: Explore heat changes in chemical reactions.
Scheme of Work: Enthalpy, calorimetry.
Activities: Calorimetry experiments, discussion on real-world applications.
Week 10: Organic Chemistry
Lesson Note: Introduction to organic compounds and their properties.
Scheme of Work: Structure of organic molecules, functional groups.
Activities: Organic molecule modeling, analyzing everyday products.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Review key concepts covered so far.
Scheme of Work: Comprehensive review sessions.
Activities: Group discussions, practice exams, and peer teaching.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Conduct end-of-term examinations.
Scheme of Work: Exam preparation and administration.
Activities: Written exams, practical assessments.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Recap the term, provide feedback.
Scheme of Work: Farewell activities, distribution of report cards.
Activities: Reflection sessions, student-teacher interaction, and farewell assembly.
