SS3 Second Term English Language Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Week 1 (Second Term): Review of Previous Term

Lesson Note: Recap key concepts from the first term to ensure continuity.

Scheme of Work: Engage in a quick revision quiz, address any lingering questions, and set the stage for new topics.

Week 2: Punctuation and Capitalization

Lesson Note: Teach proper punctuation and capitalization rules.

Scheme of Work: Hands-on activities, sentence construction exercises, and peer correction.

Week 3: Poetry Appreciation

Lesson Note: Introduce poetic elements and forms.

Scheme of Work: Analyze poems, encourage students to write simple poems, and discuss poetic devices.

Week 4: Comprehension and Critical Thinking

Lesson Note: Enhance comprehension skills and critical thinking.

Scheme of Work: Use challenging passages, conduct group discussions, and assign thought-provoking questions.

Week 5: Advanced Grammar

Lesson Note: Cover advanced grammar topics like clauses and complex sentence structures.

Scheme of Work: Engage in practical exercises, sentence analysis, and peer correction.

Week 6: Research and Report Writing

Lesson Note: Introduce basic research skills and report writing.

Scheme of Work: Assign research topics, guide students through the research process, and evaluate their reports.

Week 7: Vocabulary Expansion II

Lesson Note: Continue expanding vocabulary with a focus on idioms and figurative language.

Scheme of Work: Use idiomatic expressions, explore figurative language in literature, and create sentences with idioms.

Week 8: Media Literacy

Lesson Note: Teach students how to analyze and critically assess media messages.

Scheme of Work: Analyze advertisements, news articles, or short video clips. Discuss biases and presentation styles.

Week 9: Review of Essay Writing

Lesson Note: Recap essay writing skills and introduce advanced essay structures.

Scheme of Work: Engage in peer-reviewed essays, discuss advanced essay themes, and provide constructive feedback.

Week 10: Drama and Playwriting

Lesson Note: Introduce elements of drama and guide students in creating short plays.

Scheme of Work: Divide students into groups, assign roles, and have them present their plays to the class.

Week 11: Revision Week

Lesson Note: Review key concepts for upcoming examinations.

Scheme of Work: Conduct thorough revision sessions, address individual concerns, and administer practice tests.

Week 12: Examination Week

Lesson Note: Administer examinations covering the second term’s topics.

Scheme of Work: Organize exams for each subject area, ensuring a fair evaluation of students’ understanding.

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Lesson Note: Wrap up the term, reflect on progress, and encourage further learning.

Scheme of Work: Distribute report cards, provide feedback, and discuss areas for improvement.