SS1 First Term Physics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Week 1-3: Introduction to Physics and Measurement

Lesson Note: Introduce basic physics concepts, units, and measurements.

Scheme of Work: Cover fundamental topics like motion, scalar, and vector quantities.

Activities: Conduct practical experiments to measure length, time, and other quantities.

Week 4-6: Mechanics – Laws of Motion

Lesson Note: Teach Newton’s Laws of Motion and their applications.

Scheme of Work: Explore concepts of force, inertia, and motion.

Activities: Engage students in hands-on activities like simple pendulum experiments.

Week 7-9: Work, Energy, and Power

Lesson Note: Discuss the concepts of work, energy, and power.

Scheme of Work: Cover potential and kinetic energy, conservation of energy.

Activities: Conduct experiments to demonstrate energy transformation.

Week 10: Thermodynamics – Heat and Temperature

Lesson Note: Explore the basics of heat, temperature, and thermal expansion.

Scheme of Work: Introduce laws of thermodynamics and their applications.

Activities: Demonstrate thermal conductivity through practical experiments.

Week 11: Revision Week

Lesson Note: Review key concepts covered in previous weeks.

Scheme of Work: Provide revision materials and practice questions.

Activities: Conduct group discussions, quizzes, and solve practice problems.

Week 12: Examination Week

Lesson Note: Administer a comprehensive physics examination.

Scheme of Work: Organize exam schedules and logistics.

Activities: Conduct examinations in a controlled environment.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Lesson Note: Summarize key takeaways from the term.

Scheme of Work: Provide information on the next term’s topics.

Activities: Organize a brief closing ceremony, distribute report cards, and dismiss students for the break.