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WK LSN STRAND SUB-STRAND LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES LEARNING EXPERIENCES KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS LEARNING RESOURCES ASSESSMENT METHODS REFLECTION
1-2

REVISION OF END TERM 2 SBA

2 4
Electricity and Magnetism
Origin of charges in a material
The law of electrostatics
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define electric charge and state its SI unit
- Describe the atomic structure and origin of charges in materials
- Relate static electricity to everyday experiences like clothes clinging after tumble drying
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss with peers the origin of charges on materials (atom, nucleus, neutrons, protons and electrons)
- Use digital resources to search for information on atomic structure
- Perform experiments to demonstrate generation of static charges through rubbing plastic pen on woolen cloth
How do materials acquire electric charges?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 205
- Plastic pen, woolen cloth
- Small pieces of paper
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 207
- Balloons, woolen cloth
- Thread, retort stands
- Metre rule
- Oral questions - Observation - Written assignments
2 5
Electricity and Magnetism
Methods of charging conductors - Induction and Contact
Methods of charging conductors - Separation and charge distribution
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain charging by induction and contact methods
- Demonstrate charging conductors using induction and contact
- Relate induction charging to wireless phone charging technology
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss with peers the induction and contact methods of charging
- Perform experiments to charge metallic spheres by induction and contact
- Sketch charge distribution during each stage
- Compare the two methods of charging
How can a conductor be charged without losing charge from the charging rod?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 208
- Metallic spheres on insulated stands
- Charged polythene and glass rods
- Connecting wire for earthing
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 211
- Two metallic spheres on insulated stands
- Charged rods
- Charts showing charge distribution
- Practical assessment - Oral questions - Diagram sketching
3 1
Electricity and Magnetism
Electric field patterns
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define electric field and draw field lines
- Sketch electric field patterns for point charges, dipoles and parallel plates
- Relate electric field patterns to how capacitors store energy in electronic devices
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss with peers electric field patterns around charged particles
- Draw field patterns for positive and negative point charges
- Sketch field patterns for like charges, unlike charges and parallel plates
- Use digital media to visualize electric fields
How do electric field lines represent the force on charges?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 214
- Charts showing electric field patterns
- Digital resources
- Drawing materials
- Diagram sketching - Oral questions - Written tests
3 2-3
Electricity and Magnetism
The electroscope - Structure, charging and discharging
Uses of electroscope
Applications - Spray painting, precipitators and photocopiers
Applications - Lightning arrestors and safety measures
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify and explain functions of parts of a gold-leaf electroscope
- Demonstrate charging an electroscope by induction and contact
- Connect electroscope principles to static charge detectors in industry
- Explain electrostatic applications in spray painting, precipitators and photocopiers
- Describe how electrostatic precipitators reduce pollution
- Relate electrostatic spray painting to even coating on car bodies
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study the various parts of the electroscope and their functions
- Carry out activities to charge an electroscope by induction and contact
- Demonstrate earthing/discharging of an electroscope
- Construct a simple electroscope using locally available materials
- Use print or non-print media to research applications of electrostatics
- Discuss how electrostatic spray painting ensures even paint distribution
- Explain the working of electrostatic precipitators in factories
- Describe how photocopiers use electrostatics
How does the leaf of an electroscope respond to charging?
How does electrostatic spray painting ensure even coating?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 216
- Gold-leaf electroscope
- Charged polythene and glass rods
- Conical flask, aluminium foil, metal spoon
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 219
- Various charged materials
- Conductors and insulators for testing
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 221
- Charts and diagrams
- Digital resources
- Videos on spray painting
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 223
- Pictures of lightning arrestors
- Charts on safety measures
- Digital resources
- Practical assessment - Observation - Oral questions
- Oral questions - Written assignments - Research reports
3 4
Electricity and Magnetism
Applications - Touch screens, fingerprinting and capacitors
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain electrostatic applications in touch screens and fingerprinting
- Describe the role of electrostatics in capacitors
- Connect capacitive touch technology to everyday smartphone use
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the principle behind capacitive touch screens
- Research on electrostatic fingerprinting and live scanning
- Explain how capacitors in electronic devices use electrostatic principles
- Explore air purifiers and other applications
How do smartphones detect finger touches using electrostatics?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 225
- Smartphones and tablets
- Digital resources
- Charts on touch screen technology
- Oral questions - Written tests - Research presentations
3 5
Electricity and Magnetism
Current and potential difference
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define electric current and potential difference with their SI units
- Measure current using ammeter and potential difference using voltmeter
- Relate current flow to water flow in pipes for practical understanding
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up simple circuits with cells, bulb, ammeter and voltmeter
- Discuss current as rate of flow of charge (I = Q/t)
- Discuss potential difference as work done per unit charge (V = W/Q)
- Measure and record current and voltage in circuits
What is the relationship between charge, current and potential difference?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 228
- Dry cells, cell holders
- Ammeter, voltmeter, bulb
- Connecting wires, switch
- Practical assessment - Oral questions - Written calculations
4 1
Electricity and Magnetism
Electromotive force and internal resistance
Ohm's law - Verification and calculations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define electromotive force and internal resistance
- Distinguish between EMF and terminal potential difference
- Relate internal resistance to why old batteries provide less power
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Connect voltmeters across a cell in open and closed circuits
- Compare voltmeter readings when switch is open and closed
- Discuss lost voltage and internal resistance
- Derive the relationship E = V + Ir
Why does a cell's voltage drop when connected in a circuit?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 231
- Dry cells, two voltmeters
- Known resistors, switch
- Connecting wires
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 232
- Nichrome wire, ammeter
- Voltmeter, rheostat
- Dry cells, graph paper
- Practical assessment - Oral questions - Written calculations
4 2-3
Electricity and Magnetism
EMF equation and internal resistance determination
Ohmic and non-ohmic conductors
Factors affecting resistance - Length and cross-sectional area
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Derive and apply the relationship E = I(R+r)
- Determine internal resistance graphically using V-I graph
- Apply EMF calculations to assess battery quality and performance
- Investigate the effect of length and cross-sectional area on resistance
- Establish relationships R ∝ L and R ∝ 1/A
- Relate wire dimensions to why thick, short cables are used for car batteries
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Derive E = IR + Ir mathematically
- Vary current in a circuit and record terminal voltages
- Plot graph of V against I to determine r from gradient and E from y-intercept
- Solve problems involving EMF and internal resistance
- Set up circuit with nichrome wire on metre rule
- Measure resistance at different lengths and plot R against L
- Measure resistance of wires with different diameters
- Plot R against A and establish inverse relationship
How can we determine internal resistance of a cell graphically?
How do length and thickness of a wire affect its resistance?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 236
- Dry cells, ammeter
- Voltmeter, rheostat
- Graph paper
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 242
- Torch bulb, thermistor
- Semiconductor diode
- Ammeter, voltmeter, rheostat
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 245
- Nichrome wire, metre rule
- Wires of different thickness
- Micrometer screw gauge, ammeter, voltmeter
- Graph plotting - Written calculations - Oral questions
- Practical assessment - Graph plotting - Written conclusions
4 4
Electricity and Magnetism
Factors affecting resistance - Temperature and resistivity
Methods of determining resistance
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Investigate the effect of temperature on resistance of conductors
- Define resistivity and apply ρ = RA/L
- Relate temperature effects to why light bulbs glow brighter when hot
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Heat a coil of wire and measure resistance at different temperatures
- Plot R-T graphs for conductors and semiconductors
- Derive resistivity formula from R = ρL/A
- Calculate and compare resistivity of different materials
How does temperature affect the resistance of a conductor?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 248
- Tungsten coil, beaker
- Thermometer, heat source
- Ammeter, voltmeter
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 251
- Metre bridge, Wheatstone bridge components
- Galvanometer, jockey
- Resistors with colour codes
- Practical assessment - Graph plotting - Written calculations
4 5
Electricity and Magnetism
Types of resistors and current-voltage laws
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify and classify types of resistors (fixed, variable, linear, non-linear)
- Verify laws of current and voltage in series and parallel circuits
- Connect resistor types to volume controls and temperature sensors
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study different types of resistors and their applications
- Connect bulbs in series and verify I₁ = I₂ = I₃ and V = V₁ + V₂ + V₃
- Connect bulbs in parallel and verify I = I₁ + I₂ + I₃ and V₁ = V₂ = V₃
- Discuss applications of rheostats and potentiometers
Why is current the same in series but voltage the same in parallel?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 255
- Various types of resistors
- Identical bulbs, ammeters
- Voltmeters, dry cells
- Practical assessment - Oral questions - Written assignments
5 1
Electricity and Magnetism
Effective resistance in series and parallel
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Derive and apply formulas for effective resistance in series and parallel
- Calculate effective resistance in mixed circuits
- Apply resistance calculations to design circuits for specific purposes
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Derive R_T = R₁ + R₂ + R₃ for series circuits
- Derive 1/R_T = 1/R₁ + 1/R₂ + 1/R₃ for parallel circuits
- Solve problems involving series, parallel and combination circuits
- Calculate current and voltage in each resistor
How do we calculate total resistance in series and parallel circuits?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 263
- Resistors of known values
- Scientific calculators
- Circuit diagrams, worksheets
- Written calculations - Problem-solving tests - Oral questions
5 2-3
Electricity and Magnetism
Solving complex resistor network problems
Relationship of V, I and P - Power equations
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse circuits with multiple series-parallel combinations
- Calculate current through and voltage across each resistor
- Apply circuit analysis to troubleshoot electrical faults in appliances
- Derive and apply power equations P = VI, P = I²R and P = V²/R
- Calculate power consumption of electrical devices
- Relate power ratings to energy efficiency of household appliances
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify series and parallel sections in complex circuits
- Calculate effective resistance step by step
- Determine current distribution in branches
- Calculate potential difference across each component
- Discuss electrical power as rate of energy conversion
- Derive power equations from P = W/t and Ohm's law
- Calculate power in circuits using different formulas
- Compare power ratings of various appliances
How do we analyse circuits with both series and parallel resistors?
What is the relationship between voltage, current and power?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 267
- Complex circuit diagrams
- Scientific calculators
- Worksheets with problems
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 270
- Scientific calculators
- Power rating labels from appliances
- Worksheets
- Written calculations - Circuit analysis - Oral questions
- Written calculations - Oral questions - Problem-solving tests
5 4
Electricity and Magnetism
Factors affecting heating effect of electric current
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State Joule's law of electrical heating
- Investigate factors affecting heating effect (time, current, resistance)
- Relate heating factors to why electric kettles boil water faster than immersion heaters
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Investigate effect of time, current and resistance on heating
- Plot graphs of temperature change against time, I² and R
- Derive H = I²Rt (Joule's law)
- Discuss the significance of each factor
What factors determine the amount of heat produced by electric current?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 273
- Heating coils, beaker
- Thermometer, stopwatch
- Ammeter, voltmeter, rheostat
- Practical assessment - Graph plotting - Written conclusions
5 5
Electricity and Magnetism
Factors affecting heating effect of electric current
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- State Joule's law of electrical heating
- Investigate factors affecting heating effect (time, current, resistance)
- Relate heating factors to why electric kettles boil water faster than immersion heaters
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Investigate effect of time, current and resistance on heating
- Plot graphs of temperature change against time, I² and R
- Derive H = I²Rt (Joule's law)
- Discuss the significance of each factor
What factors determine the amount of heat produced by electric current?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 273
- Heating coils, beaker
- Thermometer, stopwatch
- Ammeter, voltmeter, rheostat
- Practical assessment - Graph plotting - Written conclusions
6 1
Electricity and Magnetism
Applications of heating effect of electric current
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe applications of heating effect in electrical appliances
- Explain the working of electric heaters, kettles, iron boxes and fuses
- Relate heating applications to safe and efficient use of electrical devices at home
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Research on electrical appliances that use heating effect
- Classify appliances as heating devices, kitchenware or lighting devices
- Discuss the working of electric iron, kettle, heater and filament lamp
- Explain the function and selection of appropriate fuses
How is the heating effect of electric current applied in household appliances?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 277
- Pictures of electrical appliances
- Fuses of different ratings
- Digital resources
- Oral questions - Written assignments - Research presentations
6 2-3
Electricity and Magnetism
Power rating and electrical energy calculations
Conductors, semiconductors, insulators and superconductors
Distinguishing materials using energy band theory
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Interpret power ratings on electrical appliances
- Calculate electrical energy consumption using E = Pt
- Apply energy calculations to reduce electricity bills at home
- Define conductors, semiconductors, insulators and superconductors
- Explain the atomic structure basis for material classification
- Relate material classification to choosing appropriate wires and insulation for electrical installations
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Read and interpret power ratings on appliance labels
- Calculate energy consumed in joules and kilowatt-hours
- Calculate cost of running appliances using electricity tariffs
- Discuss energy-saving practices
- Discuss the atomic structure of silicon, copper and other materials
- Compare the number of valence electrons in different materials
- Research on characteristics of conductors, semiconductors, insulators and superconductors
- Classify materials based on their electrical properties
How do we calculate the cost of running electrical appliances?
What determines whether a material is a conductor, semiconductor or insulator?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 278
- Power rating labels
- Scientific calculators
- Electricity tariff information
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 282
- Models of atomic structures
- Charts showing material classification
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 284
- Charts showing energy bands
- Digital resources
- Drawing materials
- Written calculations - Oral questions - Problem-solving tests
- Oral questions - Classification exercises - Written assignments
6 4
Electricity and Magnetism
Effect of temperature on conductors and semiconductors
Intrinsic semiconductors and doping
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Investigate the effect of temperature on resistance of conductors and semiconductors
- Plot and interpret R-T graphs for different materials
- Relate temperature effects to thermistor use in temperature sensors and fire alarms
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up circuit with tungsten coil in water bath
- Heat water and record resistance at different temperatures
- Plot R-T graph showing resistance increase for metals
- Replace with thermistor and observe resistance decrease with temperature
- Discuss concept of superconductivity at very low temperatures
Why does resistance increase with temperature for metals but decrease for semiconductors?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 286
- Tungsten coil, thermistor
- Beaker, thermometer
- Heat source, ammeter, voltmeter
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 288
- Charts showing doping process
- Digital resources
- Models of crystal structures
- Practical assessment - Graph plotting - Comparative analysis
6 5
Electricity and Magnetism
N-type and p-type semiconductors
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the formation of n-type and p-type semiconductors
- Identify majority and minority charge carriers in each type
- Relate n-type and p-type semiconductors to diode and transistor construction
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss doping silicon with pentavalent atoms (P, As, Sb) to form n-type
- Draw diagrams showing electrons as majority carriers in n-type
- Discuss doping with trivalent atoms (B, Al, Ga) to form p-type
- Draw diagrams showing holes as majority carriers in p-type
How are n-type and p-type semiconductors formed?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 289
- Diagrams of crystal lattice
- Charts showing n-type and p-type formation
- Digital resources
- Diagram drawing - Oral questions - Written comparisons
7 1
Electricity and Magnetism
Applications of conductors and insulators
Applications of semiconductors and superconductors
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe applications of conductors in electrical wiring, lightning protection and electronics
- Describe applications of insulators in electrical safety and thermal protection
- Relate conductor and insulator applications to safe electrical installations in homes
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Research on applications of conductors (copper wiring, lightning arrestors, electronic circuits)
- Discuss applications of insulators (wire coating, socket casings, thermal insulation)
- Explain why electrical cables have copper core with plastic/rubber coating
- Identify conductors and insulators in household items
Why are both conductors and insulators essential in electrical systems?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 292
- Samples of electrical cables
- Pictures of electrical installations
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 293
- Electronic components
- Pictures of semiconductor devices
- Oral questions - Written assignments - Observation
7 2-3
Electricity and Magnetism
Environmental and Space Physics
Application of conductors and insulators in car wiring system
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Greenhouse effect and climate change in the environment
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Physical drivers of climate change
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Factors leading to greenhouse effect
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify conductors and insulators in car wiring systems
- Explain the function of conductors and insulators in vehicle electrical systems
- Relate car wiring principles to safe vehicle operation and maintenance
- Explain how greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere
- Illustrate the process of heat absorption and re-emission by greenhouse gases
- Relate the greenhouse effect to temperature changes experienced in greenhouses and parked vehicles
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study diagrams of car wiring systems
- Identify copper/aluminium wires as conductors and rubber/plastic as insulators
- Discuss role of conductors in lighting, ignition, fuel injection and braking systems
- Explain how insulators prevent short circuits, fires and ensure occupant safety
- Visit nearby garage to observe car wiring (if possible)
- Study diagrams showing physical drivers of climate change
- Discuss with peers how greenhouse gases absorb and re-emit infrared radiation
- Use print or non-print media to search for more information on climate change drivers
Why are both conductors and insulators essential in car wiring systems?
Why is the Earth warmer than it would be without greenhouse gases?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book pg. 294
- Car wiring diagrams
- Samples of automotive cables
- Digital resources
- Resource persons (mechanics)
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 297
- Clear plastic bottles/jars
- Thermometers
- Plastic wrap
- Digital devices
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 298
- Charts showing greenhouse effect
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 299
- Pictures of industrial activities
- Oral questions - Written assignments - Field visit reports
- Oral questions - Group presentations - Written tests
7 4
Environmental and Space Physics
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Agricultural and livestock contributions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe how agricultural practices contribute to greenhouse effect
- Analyse the role of livestock farming in methane production
- Relate agricultural activities in local farms to greenhouse gas emissions
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss how livestock farming releases methane and fertilizer use produces nitrous oxide
- Use digital resources to search for information on agricultural contributions to greenhouse effect
- Share findings with classmates for peer learning
How do farming activities contribute to climate change?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 300
- Charts showing greenhouse gas sources
- Digital devices
- Group discussions - Oral questions - Written tests
7 5
Environmental and Space Physics
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Role of ozone layer
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Ozone depletion and climate change
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the structure and location of the ozone layer
- Describe the role of ozone layer in protecting Earth from UV radiation
- Connect ozone layer protection to reduced cases of sunburns and skin conditions
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use digital resources to search for information on ozone layer
- Study diagrams showing the ozone layer and its role
- Discuss the importance of ozone layer in protecting life on Earth
What would happen to life on Earth without the ozone layer?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 301
- Diagrams of ozone layer
- Digital resources
- Charts on ozone depletion
- Digital devices
- Oral questions - Written assignments - Group presentations
8 1
Environmental and Space Physics
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Strategies for mitigating climate change
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Effects of climate change on environment
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Explain how renewable energy and reforestation help mitigate climate change
- Connect tree planting initiatives in schools to carbon dioxide reduction
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use digital resources to search for mitigating factors against climate change
- Discuss the role of renewable energy, reforestation and energy efficiency in reducing emissions
- Analyse pictures showing various mitigation strategies
What can individuals and communities do to reduce climate change effects?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 302
- Pictures of renewable energy sources
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 305
- Pictures showing climate change effects
- Digital devices
- Group discussions - Oral questions - Project work
8 2-3
Environmental and Space Physics
Introduction to Space Physics - Big Bang Theory
Introduction to Space Physics - Stars, planets and satellites
Introduction to Space Physics - Asteroids, comets, meteors and galaxies
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the Big Bang Theory on the origin of the universe
- Describe the evidence supporting the Big Bang Theory
- Connect the expanding universe concept to observable phenomena like distant galaxies moving away
- Define celestial bodies and give examples
- Classify celestial bodies as stars, planets and satellites
- Relate the sun as a star to the light and heat we receive daily
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use digital devices or reference materials to search for information on Big Bang Theory
- Discuss the origin of universe according to Big Bang Theory
- Share findings with classmates for peer review
- Study photos of celestial bodies in space
- Discuss the characteristics of stars, planets and satellites
- Use digital resources to search for types of celestial bodies
How did the universe begin according to the Big Bang Theory?
What celestial bodies can you observe in the night sky?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 308
- Charts on Big Bang Theory
- Digital resources
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 309
- Photos of celestial bodies
- Digital devices
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 311
- Pictures of comets and galaxies
- Digital resources
- Oral questions - Group presentations - Written assignments
- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests
8 4
Environmental and Space Physics
Introduction to Space Physics - Space exploration methods and telescopy
Introduction to Space Physics - Motion of planets around the sun
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Outline the evolution of astrophysics as a scientific discipline
- Describe various methods of space exploration including telescopes
- Connect telescope observations to discoveries about distant planets and stars
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use digital resources to search for information on evolution of astrophysics
- Discuss various space exploration methods including robotic probes and telescopes
- Construct a simple telescope using locally available materials
How do scientists explore and study objects in space?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 312
- Lenses, manila paper, glue
- Pictures of telescopes
- Digital devices
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 316
- Models of solar system
- Charts on Kepler's laws
- Digital resources
- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions
8 5
Environmental and Space Physics
Introduction to Space Physics - Careers in space exploration
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify career opportunities in astrophysics and space exploration
- Describe roles of various professionals in space science
- Connect space research careers to technological advancements like satellite communication and weather forecasting
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss possible careers in studying astrophysics and space exploration
- Use digital resources to search for careers in space science
- Engage resource persons or use print media to explore career paths
What career opportunities exist in the field of space science?
- Spotlight Physics Learner's Book Grade 10 pg. 318
- Career charts
- Digital devices
- Oral questions - Group discussions - Written assignments
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