SS1 Third Term Biology Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS1 Third Term Biology Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Scheme of Work: SS1 Biology – Third Term
Week 1-2: Microorganisms and Diseases
Lesson 1: Types of microorganisms
Lesson 2: Role of microorganisms in causing diseases
Activity: Microorganism observation under the microscope
Week 3-4: Biotechnology
Lesson 3: Introduction to biotechnology
Lesson 4: Applications of biotechnology in medicine and agriculture
Activity: Group project on a biotechnology topic
Week 5-6: Plant and Animal Tissues
Lesson 5: Plant tissues and their functions
Lesson 6: Animal tissues and their organization
Activity: Hands-on dissection of plant and animal tissues
Week 7-8: Environmental Conservation
Lesson 7: Importance of biodiversity
Lesson 8: Conservation practices and sustainable living
Activity: Community outreach project on environmental awareness
Week 9-10: Endocrine System and Hormones
Lesson 9: Endocrine glands and their functions
Lesson 10: Hormones and their role in the body
Activity: Creating hormone posters and presentations
Week 11: Revision Week
Review key concepts from the entire year
Practice quizzes and group discussions
Week 12: Examination Week
Comprehensive test covering all third-term topics
Practical exam on microorganism observation and tissue identification
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Final recap of the academic year’s highlights
Distribution of report cards
Graduation ceremony and school dismissal.