SS1 Third Term Commerce Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Term: Third Term

Week 1-2: Entrepreneurship

Introducing the concept of entrepreneurship.

Identifying characteristics of successful entrepreneurs.

Discussing the importance of entrepreneurship in economic development.

Activities: Guest speaker session with a local entrepreneur, brainstorming business ideas.

Week 3-4: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility

Understanding the importance of ethical business practices.

Exploring the concept of corporate social responsibility.

Analyzing case studies on businesses with ethical and socially responsible practices.

Activities: Group discussions on ethical dilemmas, creating a CSR project.

Week 5-6: Globalization and International Trade

Exploring the impact of globalization on businesses.

Understanding international trade and its significance.

Analyzing the advantages and challenges of participating in the global market.

Activities: Research projects on global companies, discussions on global economic trends.

Week 7-8: E-commerce

Understanding the concept and growth of electronic commerce.

Analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of e-commerce.

Discussing the role of technology in shaping modern business transactions.

Activities: Creating a mock online store, analyzing e-commerce case studies.

Week 9-10: Financial Literacy

Educating students on basic financial concepts.

Exploring personal finance, budgeting, and savings.

Understanding the importance of financial planning.

Activities: Budgeting exercises, creating personal financial plans.

Week 11: Revision Week

Reviewing key concepts from the term.

Clarifying doubts and addressing questions.

Engaging in group discussions on challenging topics.

Activities: Quiz competitions, group presentations on revision topics.

Week 12: Examination Week

Conducting term examinations for Entrepreneurship and related topics.

Emphasizing the importance of proper exam preparation.

Ensuring a conducive exam environment.

Activities: Mock exams, last-minute review sessions.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Recap of the term’s lessons.

Providing feedback on exams.

Distributing report cards.

Activities: Award ceremony for outstanding performance, farewell messages.