SS3 First Term Yoruba Language Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Yoruba Language
Lesson Note: Basic Yoruba greetings and expressions.
Scheme of Work: Introduction to the Yoruba alphabet, pronunciation, and common phrases.
Activities: Role-playing greetings, practicing pronunciation, and simple dialogues.
Week 2: Yoruba Vocabulary Building
Lesson Note: Expanding vocabulary with everyday words.
Scheme of Work: Learning nouns, verbs, and adjectives in Yoruba.
Activities: Vocabulary games, creating sentences, and storytelling.
Week 3: Yoruba Grammar Basics
Lesson Note: Introduction to Yoruba sentence structure and grammar rules.
Scheme of Work: Noun-verb agreement, sentence formation.
Activities: Constructing sentences, grammar exercises, and group discussions.
Week 4: Yoruba Cultural Appreciation
Lesson Note: Understanding Yoruba culture through language.
Scheme of Work: Learning proverbs, idioms, and cultural expressions.
Activities: Exploring Yoruba literature, discussing cultural practices, and creating skits.
Week 5: Yoruba Listening and Speaking Skills
Lesson Note: Developing listening and speaking skills in Yoruba.
Scheme of Work: Listening comprehension exercises, speaking drills.
Activities: Listening to native speakers, participating in conversations, and oral presentations.
Week 6: Yoruba Reading and Writing Skills
Lesson Note: Introduction to Yoruba reading and writing.
Scheme of Work: Reading simple texts, basic writing exercises.
Activities: Reading short stories, writing paragraphs, and creating dialogues.
Week 7: Yoruba Traditional Stories
Lesson Note: Exploring traditional Yoruba folktales.
Scheme of Work: Reading and understanding traditional stories.
Activities: Storytelling sessions, dramatizing folktales, and creating story summaries.
Week 8: Yoruba Poetry and Songs
Lesson Note: Appreciating Yoruba poetry and songs.
Scheme of Work: Analyzing Yoruba poems and songs.
Activities: Writing and reciting poems, singing traditional songs, and discussing cultural significance.
Week 9: Yoruba Practical Conversations
Lesson Note: Engaging in practical Yoruba conversations.
Scheme of Work: Daily life conversations, role-playing scenarios.
Activities: Pair and group discussions, situational dialogues, and real-life communication exercises.
Week 10: Yoruba Project Presentation
Lesson Note: Collaborative Yoruba language projects.
Scheme of Work: Planning, executing, and presenting Yoruba projects.
Activities: Group projects, presentations, and peer evaluations.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Reviewing key concepts and skills learned.
Scheme of Work: Comprehensive revision of the entire term’s content.
Activities: Practice tests, group quizzes, and interactive review sessions.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Final assessment of Yoruba language proficiency.
Scheme of Work: Conducting written and oral examinations.
Activities: Written exams, oral exams, and practical assessments.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Wrapping up the term and celebrating achievements.
Scheme of Work: Reflection on the term’s progress, certificates distribution.
Activities: Awards ceremony, cultural performances, and farewell activities.
