SS3 First Term Chemistry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

SS3 First Term Chemistry Lesson Note and Scheme of Work:

Week 1-2: Introduction to Chemistry

Lesson Note: Basics of Matter and Energy

Activities: Conduct simple experiments to demonstrate the properties of matter.

Scheme of Work: Introduction to the Periodic Table and Atomic Structure

Activities: Group discussions on the periodic table and its significance.

Week 3-4: Chemical Bonding

Lesson Note: Ionic and Covalent Bonds

Activities: Hands-on activities to illustrate bonding concepts.

Scheme of Work: Types of Chemical Reactions

Activities: Conduct experiments to observe different types of chemical reactions.

Week 5-6: Acids, Bases, and Salts

Lesson Note: Properties of Acids and Bases

Activities: pH testing of common substances.

Scheme of Work: Preparation of Salts

Activities: Practical sessions on salt preparation methods.

Week 7-8: Chemical Kinetics and Equilibrium

Lesson Note: Reaction Rates and Equilibrium

Activities: Investigate factors affecting reaction rates.

Scheme of Work: Le Chatelier’s Principle

Activities: Conduct experiments demonstrating equilibrium shifts.

Week 9-10: Electrochemistry

Lesson Note: Basics of Electrochemical Cells

Activities: Assemble simple electrochemical cells.

Scheme of Work: Faraday’s Laws of Electrolysis

Activities: Hands-on experiments to explore electrolysis.

Week 11: Revision Week

Lesson Note: Comprehensive review of Term content

Activities: Practice tests, group discussions, and Q&A sessions.

Week 12: Examination Week

Lesson Note: Final preparation for exams

Activities: Mock exams, solving past questions, and clarifying doubts.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Lesson Note: Recap of Term, Feedback Session, and Assignments

Activities: Reflect on the term, provide feedback, and assign holiday assignments.