Jss1 Second Term Mathematics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Second Term Mathematics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

 

Week 1: Review and Introduction to Geometry

 

Lesson Note:

 

Quick review of first-term concepts.

Introduce basic geometric terms (lines, angles, polygons).

Explore the properties of common geometric shapes.

Activities:

 

Geometry scavenger hunt.

Hands-on activities with angles and shapes.

Week 2: Understanding Time and Money

 

Lesson Note:

 

Introduce units of time (seconds, minutes, hours).

Teach basic concepts of money (coins, notes, basic transactions).

Relate time and money to real-life scenarios.

Activities:

 

Time-telling exercises.

Practical money-handling activities.

Week 3: Data Handling and Graphs

 

Lesson Note:

 

Introduce data collection and representation.

Teach basic graph types (bar graphs, pictographs).

Analyze and interpret simple graphs.

Activities:

 

Collecting and organizing classroom data.

Creating and interpreting graphs.

Week 4: Introduction to Multiplication and Division of Larger Numbers

 

Lesson Note:

 

Extend multiplication and division to larger numbers.

Introduce the concept of long multiplication and division.

Practice solving problems involving larger digits.

Activities:

 

Group activities with multi-digit numbers.

Long multiplication and division exercises.

Week 5: Measurement: Area and Perimeter

 

Lesson Note:

 

Introduce the concepts of area and perimeter.

Teach how to measure and calculate area and perimeter.

Relate area and perimeter to real-world applications.

Activities:

 

Measuring and calculating area in the classroom.

Hands-on activities with perimeter.

Week 6: Introduction to Basic Algebra

 

Lesson Note:

 

Introduce basic algebraic expressions.

Teach the concept of variables and solving simple equations.

Relate algebra to solving real-life problems.

Activities:

 

Hands-on activities with algebra tiles.

Solving word problems using algebra.

Week 7: Fractions and Decimals: Operations

 

Lesson Note:

 

Extend fraction and decimal concepts to addition and subtraction.

Introduce multiplication and division of fractions.

Practice solving problems involving operations with fractions and decimals.

Activities:

 

Fraction and decimal operation exercises.

Real-life problem-solving with fractions and decimals.

Week 8: Review and Assessment

 

Lesson Note:

 

Conduct a comprehensive review of second-term topics.

Administer a thorough assessment to evaluate overall understanding.

Provide detailed feedback and address any lingering misconceptions.

Activities:

 

Review games covering multiple topics.

Comprehensive written assessment with a mix of questions.