SS2 First Term Commerce Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Week 1: Introduction to Commerce

Lesson Note: Explore the basics of commerce, defining key terms, and understanding its relevance in everyday life.

Scheme of Work: Introduce topics like trade, business, and e-commerce.

Week 2: Types of Business

Lesson Note: Discuss various forms of business ownership (sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation).

Scheme of Work: Activities include case studies on successful businesses.

Week 3: Business Environment

Lesson Note: Analyze the external factors influencing business (economic, social, technological).

Scheme of Work: Field trip to local businesses for practical observation.

Week 4: Trade

Lesson Note: Explore the concept of trade, including import and export.

Scheme of Work: Group discussion on the advantages and disadvantages of international trade.

Week 5: Money and Banking

Lesson Note: Introduce the role of money in commerce and basic banking principles.

Scheme of Work: Simulate a simple banking transaction in the classroom.

Week 6: Advertising and Sales Promotion

Lesson Note: Understand the significance of advertising in business.

Scheme of Work: Create and present advertisements for a product or service.

Week 7: Entrepreneurship

Lesson Note: Discuss the qualities of a successful entrepreneur.

Scheme of Work: Guest lecture by a local entrepreneur sharing their experiences.

Week 8: Consumer Protection

Lesson Note: Explore consumer rights and responsibilities.

Scheme of Work: Role-playing scenarios to understand consumer protection laws.

Week 9: Business Ethics

Lesson Note: Discuss ethical considerations in business.

Scheme of Work: Analyze real-world cases of ethical dilemmas in commerce.

Week 10: Review and Mid-Term Assessment

Lesson Note: Recap key concepts covered so far.

Scheme of Work: Conduct a mid-term examination to assess understanding.

Week 11: Revision Week

Lesson Note: Review challenging topics and clarify doubts.

Scheme of Work: Practice tests and group discussions.

Week 12: Examination Week

Lesson Note: Prepare students for final examinations.

Scheme of Work: Conduct end-of-term examinations.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Lesson Note: Summarize the term’s learnings.

Scheme of Work: Organize a small event or showcase to celebrate students’ achievements.

Note: Adjust the content and activities based on the pace of the class and available resources.