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| WK | LSN | STRAND | SUB-STRAND | LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES | LEARNING EXPERIENCES | KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS | LEARNING RESOURCES | ASSESSMENT METHODS | REFLECTION |
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OPENNER ASSESSMENT |
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| 2 | 1 |
Waves and Optics
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Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Terminologies used in radioactivity
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define terms used in radioactivity including atom, nuclide, half-life and radioisotope - Explain factors that determine nuclear stability - Connect radioactivity concepts to medical imaging and carbon dating |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Use digital devices or reference books to find meanings of radioactivity terms - Discuss atomic number, mass number and isotopes - Explain nuclear stability and background radiation - Share findings on terminology in class discussion |
What makes some atomic nuclei stable while others are unstable?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 169
- Digital devices - Reference books - Periodic table |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation
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| 2 | 2 |
Waves and Optics
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Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Types and properties of alpha, beta and gamma radiations
Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Behaviour of radiations in electric and magnetic fields Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Nuclear equations showing how radionuclides attain stability |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe the nature, charge and mass of alpha, beta and gamma radiations - Compare penetrating power and ionising effects of the three radiations - Connect radiation properties to their use in smoke detectors and medical treatment |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study cards showing properties of alpha, beta and gamma emissions - Discuss nature, charge and mass of each radiation type - Compare penetrating power and ionising effects - Summarise properties on manila paper for presentation |
Why is alpha radiation most dangerous inside the body but least dangerous outside?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 171
- Property cards - Manila paper - Markers - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 173 - Coloured pencils - Rulers - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 175 - Periodic table - Chart of nuclides - Exercise books |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation
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| 2 | 3 |
Waves and Optics
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Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Decay series and chain reactions
Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Safety precautions in handling and disposing of radioactive substances |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain decay series as a sequence of radioactive decays - Trace the uranium-238 decay series to lead-206 - Connect decay series to geological dating of rocks and minerals |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe and copy the Uranium-238 decay chart - Identify radioactive emissions at each stage - Write nuclear equations for decay steps in the series - Present findings on decay series to class |
Why does uranium-238 undergo multiple decays before becoming stable lead-206?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 178
- Uranium-238 decay chart - Periodic table - Exercise books - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 179 - Digital devices - Manila paper - Markers |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 2 | 4 |
Waves and Optics
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Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Detection of radioactive emissions using photographic plates and electroscopes
Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Detection using Geiger-Muller counter and cloud chamber Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Half-life and decay curves |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how photographic emulsions detect radiation - Describe how a leaf electroscope detects radiation - Connect radiation detection to radiation badges worn by hospital workers |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe demonstration of photographic plate detection - Construct a simple electroscope and observe discharge near radioactive material - Discuss how ionisation affects charge on foil strips - Compare detection methods and their applications |
How do photographic plates and electroscopes indicate the presence of radiation?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 180
- Photographic plates - Electroscope materials - Radioactive source - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 183 - Digital devices - Reference books - Manila paper - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 185 - Burette - Stopwatch - Beaker - Graph paper |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 2 | 5 |
Waves and Optics
Electricity and Magnetism |
Radioactivity and Stability of Isotopes - Nuclear fission, fusion and applications of radioactivity
Electrostatics - Origin of charges in a material |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Differentiate between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion - Write nuclear equations for fission and fusion reactions - Connect nuclear reactions to power generation, medical imaging and cancer treatment |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study pictures of nuclear fission reactions - Discuss chain reactions and their control in nuclear reactors - Research applications of radioactivity in medicine, industry and agriculture - Present findings on applications to class |
How do nuclear power plants harness fission energy while preventing uncontrolled chain reactions?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 189
- Digital devices - Pictures of nuclear reactions - Reference books - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 194 - Balloons - Woollen cloth - Small pieces of paper |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 3 | 1 |
Electricity and Magnetism
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Electrostatics - Electric field patterns around charges
Electrostatics - Law of electrostatics Electrostatics - Charging by friction and contact methods |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define an electric field and describe its properties - Draw electric field patterns for isolated and interacting charges - Connect electric fields to how lightning rods protect buildings |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the meaning of electric field and its properties - Draw field patterns for isolated positive and negative charges - Draw field patterns between like and unlike charges - Draw field patterns between charged plates |
Why do electric field lines never cross each other?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 196
- Manila paper - Coloured pencils - Rulers - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 199 - Plastic rulers - Glass rod - Silk cloth - Woollen cloth - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 200 - Plastic pen - Dry woollen cloth - Polystyrene ball - Glass rod |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 3 | 2 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Electrostatics - Charging by induction and separation methods
Electrostatics - Charge distribution on conductors of various shapes |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain charging by induction and separation methods - Demonstrate charging without direct contact - Connect charging by induction to electrostatic spray painting in industries |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Bring charged polythene rod near insulated metal ball without touching - Earth the metal ball while charged rod is near, then remove earthing - Demonstrate charging by separation using two touching metal balls - Sketch charge distribution during induction process |
Why does the charge acquired by induction have opposite sign to the charging rod?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 203
- Polythene rod - Metal balls on insulated stands - Connecting wire - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 205 - Digital devices - Reference books - Manila paper |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 3 | 3 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Electrostatics - Functions of various parts of an electroscope
Electrostatics - Charging an electroscope by contact and induction Electrostatics - Uses of a leaf electroscope |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify and state functions of parts of a gold leaf electroscope - Construct a simple electroscope using locally available materials - Connect electroscope operation to radiation monitoring badges used by hospital workers |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe an electroscope and identify its main parts - Research functions of metallic cap, metal rod, gold leaf and glass casing - Construct a simple electroscope using paper clip, aluminium foil and plastic container - Test the constructed electroscope with charged objects |
How does each part of an electroscope contribute to detecting electric charges?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 207
- Gold leaf electroscope - Paper clips - Aluminium foil - Plastic container - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 208 - Polythene rod - Glass rod - Silk and woollen cloth - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 210 - Various charged objects - Different materials for testing |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 3 | 4 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Electrostatics - Applications of electrostatics in day-to-day life
Current Electricity - Terminologies used in current electricity |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe applications of electrostatics in various fields - Explain safety measures against electrostatic hazards - Connect electrostatics to spray painting, photocopiers, air purifiers and lightning protection |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Research applications of electrostatics using digital devices - Discuss spray guns, photocopiers, fingerprinting and electrostatic precipitators - Discuss lightning formation and safety measures during thunderstorms - Present findings on applications and safety to class |
How do electrostatic precipitators help reduce air pollution from factory emissions?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 212
- Digital devices - Reference books - Manila paper - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 213 - Writing materials |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 3 | 5 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Relationship between potential difference and current through a conductor
Current Electricity - Ohm's Law and electrical resistance Current Electricity - Ohmic and non-ohmic resistors |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate the relationship between potential difference and current - Verify Ohm's Law experimentally - Connect Ohm's Law to understanding why thicker wires carry more current in house wiring |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up circuit with nichrome wire, ammeter, voltmeter and variable resistor - Adjust voltage and record corresponding current readings - Plot voltage against current graph - Determine resistance from gradient of graph |
What happens to current when potential difference across a conductor is doubled?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 214
- Nichrome wire - Ammeter - Voltmeter - Variable resistor - Dry cells - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 216 - Graph paper - Calculators - Exercise books - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 217 - Carbon resistor - Filament bulb |
- Practical assessment
- Written assignments
- Observation
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| 4 | 1 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Effect of length on resistance of conductors
Current Electricity - Effect of cross-sectional area on resistance Current Electricity - Effect of material type and temperature on resistance |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate how length affects resistance of a conductor - Establish that resistance is directly proportional to length - Connect length-resistance relationship to why extension cords have higher resistance |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up circuit with nichrome wire mounted on scale - Measure resistance for different lengths of wire - Plot resistance against length graph - Discuss the direct proportionality between length and resistance |
Why do longer wires have higher resistance than shorter wires of the same material?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 219
- Nichrome wire (100 cm) - Ammeter - Voltmeter - Dry cells - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 221 - Nichrome wires of different diameters - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 222 - Nichrome and copper wires - Hot water - Voltmeter |
- Practical assessment
- Written assignments
- Observation
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| 4 | 2 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Relationship between e.m.f., voltage, current, resistance and internal resistance
Current Electricity - Types of resistors and resistor networks |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Derive and apply the equation E = I(R + r) - Calculate internal resistance and terminal voltage - Connect internal resistance to why car batteries struggle to start engines in cold weather |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up circuit with cell, ammeter, voltmeter and variable resistor - Record voltage and current for different resistance values - Plot V against I graph and determine e.m.f. and internal resistance - Solve problems using E = I(R + r) |
Why is the terminal voltage of a battery always less than its e.m.f. when current flows?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 225
- Dry cell - Ammeter - Voltmeter - Variable resistor - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 227 - Various resistors - Circuit symbol charts - Exercise books |
- Practical assessment
- Written assignments
- Observation
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| 4 | 3 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Measurement of resistance using resistor colour codes
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Read resistance values from colour coded resistors - Calculate resistance and tolerance from colour bands - Connect colour coding to identifying resistor values when repairing electronic devices |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Study resistor colour code chart - Observe colour bands on fixed carbon resistors - Calculate resistance values using colour codes - Verify calculated values using digital multimeter |
How do the colour bands on a resistor indicate its resistance value and tolerance?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 228
- Fixed carbon resistors - Colour code chart - Digital multimeter |
- Practical assessment
- Written assignments
- Observation
|
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| 4 | 4 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Measurement of resistance using ammeter-voltmeter and Wheatstone bridge
Current Electricity - Measurement of resistance using metre bridge |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Measure resistance using ammeter-voltmeter method - Explain the working principle of Wheatstone bridge - Connect Wheatstone bridge to precision measurements in laboratory instruments |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up circuit to measure resistance using ammeter-voltmeter method - Calculate resistance using R = V/I - Set up Wheatstone bridge and balance it for zero deflection - Calculate unknown resistance using bridge formula |
Why is the Wheatstone bridge more accurate than the ammeter-voltmeter method?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 231
- Ammeter - Voltmeter - Wheatstone bridge - Galvanometer - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 233 - Metre bridge - Known resistor - Unknown resistor |
- Practical assessment
- Written assignments
- Observation
|
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| 4 | 5 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Effective resistance of resistors in series
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Derive formula for effective resistance of resistors in series - Calculate total resistance and voltage drops in series circuits - Connect series circuits to Christmas lights where one faulty bulb affects all others |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Connect resistors in series with ammeter and voltmeters - Measure total voltage and individual voltage drops - Verify that R_total = R₁ + R₂ + R₃ - Solve numerical problems on series resistor networks |
Why does adding more resistors in series increase the total resistance of a circuit?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 234
- Resistors - Ammeter - Voltmeters - Dry cells |
- Practical assessment
- Written assignments
- Observation
|
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| 5 | 1 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Effective resistance of resistors in parallel
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Derive formula for effective resistance of resistors in parallel - Calculate total resistance and branch currents in parallel circuits - Connect parallel circuits to house wiring where each appliance operates independently |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Connect resistors in parallel with ammeter and voltmeters - Measure total current and individual branch currents - Verify that 1/R_total = 1/R₁ + 1/R₂ + 1/R₃ - Solve numerical problems on parallel resistor networks |
Why is the total resistance of parallel resistors always less than the smallest individual resistor?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 237
- Resistors - Ammeter - Voltmeters - Dry cells |
- Practical assessment
- Written assignments
- Observation
|
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| 5 | 2 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Current Electricity - Relationship between voltage, current and power in heating effect
Current Electricity - Applications of the heating effect of electric current |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Derive and apply P = VI, P = I²R and H = I²Rt - Calculate electrical power and energy consumed - Connect heating effect to electric kettles, heaters and toasters in homes |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up circuit with resistor, ammeter and voltmeter - Record voltage and current at different settings - Calculate power using P = VI - Derive Joule's law of electrical heating H = I²Rt |
How does the resistance of a heating element affect the amount of heat produced?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 241
- Resistor - Ammeter - Voltmeter - Rheostat - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 245 - Digital devices - Reference books - Various electrical appliances |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
- Observation
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| 5 | 3 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Introduction to Electronics - Meaning of insulators, conductors, semiconductors and superconductors
Introduction to Electronics - Distinguishing materials using energy band theory Introduction to Electronics - Electrical behaviour of conductors with varying temperatures |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define conductors, insulators, semiconductors and superconductors - Classify materials based on their electrical conductivity - Connect material classification to selection of wires and insulation in electrical installations |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up simple circuit to test conductivity of different materials - Classify materials as conductors, insulators or semiconductors - Research meaning of superconductors - Discuss examples and applications of each material type |
What determines whether a material is a good conductor or insulator of electricity?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 248
- Simple circuit - Various materials (copper, iron, wood, plastic, silicon) - Bulb - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 250 - Manila paper - Coloured pencils - Markers - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 253 - Copper wire - Ammeter - Voltmeter - Hot water - Ice cubes |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
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| 5 | 4 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Introduction to Electronics - Electrical behaviour of insulators with varying temperatures
Introduction to Electronics - Electrical behaviour of semiconductors with varying temperatures Introduction to Electronics - Intrinsic semiconductors |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate how temperature affects conductivity of insulators - Explain why insulators maintain high resistance regardless of temperature - Connect insulator behaviour to safety of rubber gloves used by electricians |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Set up circuit with glass rod and light bulb - Test conductivity at room temperature - Heat glass rod and retest conductivity - Cool glass rod and observe any changes in conductivity |
Why do insulators like glass and rubber not conduct electricity even when heated?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 254
- Glass rod - Light bulb - Dry cells - Hot water - Ice cubes - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 255 - Thermistor - Ammeter - Voltmeter - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 257 - Digital devices - Reference books - Writing materials |
- Practical assessment
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
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| 5 | 5 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Introduction to Electronics - Extrinsic semiconductors
Introduction to Electronics - Formation of n-type semiconductors |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define extrinsic semiconductors and explain doping process - Differentiate between intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors - Connect extrinsic semiconductors to improved performance of electronic components |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the meaning of extrinsic semiconductors - Explain how doping improves conductivity - Identify group III and group V elements used as dopants - Compare conductivity of intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors |
How does adding impurities to pure semiconductors improve their electrical conductivity?
|
- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 258
- Periodic table - Reference books - Writing materials - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 259 - Digital devices - Manila paper - Coloured pencils |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Observation
|
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| 6 | 1 |
Electricity and Magnetism
|
Introduction to Electronics - Formation of p-type semiconductors
Introduction to Electronics - Applications of conductors, semiconductors, insulators and superconductors |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain formation of p-type semiconductors through doping - Draw diagrams showing hole distribution in p-type materials - Connect p-type semiconductors to the other half of diodes and transistors |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Research formation of p-type semiconductors - Discuss addition of group III elements (boron, gallium) - Draw germanium lattice doped with boron showing holes - Identify holes as majority charge carriers |
Why are group III elements used to create p-type semiconductors?
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- Triumph Physics 10 pg. 260
- Digital devices - Manila paper - Coloured pencils - Triumph Physics 10 pg. 261 - Reference books - Manila paper |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
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| 6 | 2 |
Environmental and Space Physics
|
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Understanding greenhouse effect
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Effects of climate change Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Causes of greenhouse effect |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the greenhouse effect in the environment - Describe how greenhouse gases trap heat - Relate greenhouse effect to real-life situations like cars in the sun |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss with peers the meaning of greenhouse effect and climate change - Carry out experiment with thermometers and glass jar in sunlight - Observe temperature differences |
How do human actions impact climate change?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 263
- Two thermometers - Clear glass jar - Stopwatch - Sunlight access - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 265 - Exercise books - Pens - Digital devices - Pictures showing climate change - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 267 - Pictures of human activities - Charts - Reference books |
- Practical assessment
- Observation
- Oral questions
|
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| 6 | 3 |
Environmental and Space Physics
|
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Human contribution
Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Role of ozone layer Greenhouse Effect and Climate Change - Solutions to climate change |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how deforestation increases greenhouse gases - Describe how farming and industries contribute - Appreciate the need to reduce emissions |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss deforestation and its effects - Examine industrial processes - Analyze farming practices producing methane |
How do human actions impact climate change?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 268
- Digital devices - Pictures of industries - Reference books - Charts - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 269 - Charts showing ozone layer - Internet access - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 271 - Manila paper - Marker pens |
- Oral questions
- Written tests
- Group discussions
|
|
| 6 | 4 |
Environmental and Space Physics
|
Introduction to Space Physics - Origin of the universe
Introduction to Space Physics - Supporting evidence Introduction to Space Physics - Types of celestial bodies |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe the Big Bang Theory of the origin of the universe - Explain how the universe began and expanded - Appreciate scientific theories about the universe |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Observe picture of night sky with stars and moon - Use digital devices to research Big Bang Theory - Discuss evidence supporting the theory |
How was the universe/earth formed?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 273
- Digital devices - Pictures of night sky - Reference books - Charts - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 275 - Balloon - Marker - Ruler - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 276 - Digital devices (QR code pg. 288) - Solar system models - Manila paper - Marker pens |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Presentations
|
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| 6 | 5 |
Environmental and Space Physics
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Introduction to Space Physics - Other celestial objects
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe moons, asteroids and comets - Explain characteristics of each celestial body - Relate celestial bodies to solar system organization |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Compare characteristics of different celestial bodies - Study pictures of moons, asteroids and comets - Discuss unique features of each |
How do we benefit from astrophysics?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 277
- Digital devices - Pictures of celestial bodies - Reference books - Charts |
- Oral questions
- Written tests
- Presentations
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| 7 | 1 |
Environmental and Space Physics
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Introduction to Space Physics - Observing space
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Outline space exploration methods - Explain how telescopes work - Appreciate technological advances in space observation |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Search for information on different types of telescopes - Discuss ground-based and space telescopes - Compare Hubble and James Webb telescopes |
How do we benefit from astrophysics?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 278
- Digital devices - Pictures of telescopes - Reference books - Internet access |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
- Presentations
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| 7 | 2 |
Environmental and Space Physics
|
Introduction to Space Physics - Space technology
Introduction to Space Physics - Planetary motion |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how satellites and space probes work - Describe Kenya's Taifa-1 satellite - Appreciate applications of satellites in daily life |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Research satellites and their functions - Discuss communication and weather satellites - Study space probes sent to planets |
How do we benefit from astrophysics?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 279
- Digital devices - Pictures of satellites - Reference books - Charts - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 281 - Videos on planetary motion |
- Oral questions
- Written tests
- Group discussions
|
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| 7 | 3 |
Environmental and Space Physics
|
Introduction to Space Physics - Solar system structure
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Model the solar system using local materials - Demonstrate planetary orbits - Appreciate scale and organization of solar system |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Create model of solar system using paper balls - Paint planets in appropriate colors - Arrange planets in correct order with distances |
How do we benefit from astrophysics?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 282
- Crushed paper balls - Paints - Wooden strip - Thread - Glue |
- Project work
- Practical assessment
- Peer assessment
|
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| 7 | 4 |
Environmental and Space Physics
|
Introduction to Space Physics - History of space exploration
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Outline the evolution of astrophysics and space exploration - Describe major milestones in space exploration - Appreciate technological progress in space science |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Research evolution of space exploration - Discuss early observations and telescope revolution - Study the space age and modern missions |
How do we benefit from astrophysics?
|
- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 283
- Digital devices - Reference books - Pictures of space missions - Internet access |
- Presentations
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
|
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| 7 | 5 |
Environmental and Space Physics
|
Introduction to Space Physics - Space-related careers
Introduction to Space Physics - Benefits of space exploration Environmental and Space Physics - Comprehensive review |
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify careers in space exploration - Describe roles of astronauts, engineers and scientists - Appreciate diverse career opportunities in space science |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Simulate moon mission planning activity - Identify careers needed for space missions - Discuss skills required for different careers |
How do we benefit from astrophysics?
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- Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 285
- Small pieces of paper - Writing materials - Career cards - Digital devices - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 280 - Reference books - Pictures of applications - Internet access - Triumph Physics Grade 10 pg. 272, 287 - Exercise books - Past papers |
- Group activities
- Presentations
- Oral questions
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