SS3 First Term Further Mathematics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

SS1 First Term Further Mathematics Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

 

Week 1: Introduction to Further Mathematics

Lesson Note:

Topic: Introduction to Sets and Set Notation

Activities: Definition of sets, types of sets, and set notation.

Homework: Set operations exercises.

Scheme of Work:

Introduction to the course and expectations.

Overview of the importance of sets in mathematics.

Week 2: Sets and Functions

Lesson Note:

Topic: Functions and their properties.

Activities: Understanding functions, domain and range, composite functions.

Homework: Function-related problems.

Scheme of Work:

In-depth exploration of functions and their role in mathematics.

Week 3: Quadratic Equations

Lesson Note:

Topic: Solving quadratic equations.

Activities: Factoring, completing the square, quadratic formula.

Homework: Quadratic equations problem-solving.

Scheme of Work:

Application of quadratic equations in real-life scenarios.

Week 4: Logarithms and Exponents

Lesson Note:

Topic: Logarithmic and exponential functions.

Activities: Properties of logarithms, solving exponential equations.

Homework: Logarithm and exponent exercises.

Scheme of Work:

Practical applications of logarithmic and exponential functions.

Week 5: Trigonometry Basics

Lesson Note:

Topic: Introduction to trigonometry.

Activities: Trigonometric ratios, angles of elevation and depression.

Homework: Trigonometry problems.

Scheme of Work:

Practical examples of trigonometric concepts.

Week 6: Trigonometric Identities

Lesson Note:

Topic: Trigonometric identities.

Activities: Proving identities, solving trigonometric equations.

Homework: Trigonometric identity problems.

Scheme of Work:

Applications of trigonometric identities in solving problems.

Week 7: Coordinate Geometry

Lesson Note:

Topic: Basics of coordinate geometry.

Activities: Distance formula, midpoint formula.

Homework: Coordinate geometry problems.

Scheme of Work:

Application of coordinate geometry in real-world situations.

Week 8: Vectors

Lesson Note:

Topic: Introduction to vectors.

Activities: Addition and subtraction of vectors.

Homework: Vector operations exercises.

Scheme of Work:

Understanding the geometric interpretation of vectors.

Week 9: Matrices

Lesson Note:

Topic: Basics of matrices.

Activities: Matrix operations, solving matrix equations.

Homework: Matrix problems.

Scheme of Work:

Application of matrices in solving systems of equations.

Week 10: Probability

Lesson Note:

Topic: Probability concepts.

Activities: Basic probability rules, conditional probability.

Homework: Probability problems.

Scheme of Work:

Real-life applications of probability.

Week 11: Revision

Lesson Note:

Comprehensive review of topics covered.

Activities: Practice tests, group discussions.

Homework: Review assignments.

Scheme of Work:

Preparation for the upcoming examination.

Week 12: Examination

Lesson Note:

Final examination for the term.

Scheme of Work:

Assessment of students’ understanding of the course material.

Week 13: School Dismissal

Lesson Note:

Recap of the term’s highlights.

Distribution of report cards.

Scheme of Work:

End-of-term activities and dismissal.

This lesson plan and scheme of work aim to provide a structured and comprehensive approach to teaching Further Mathematics to SS1 students during the first term.