• Class: Primary 3
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 4
  • Age: 8 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Basic Science Technology
  • Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
  • Topic: Energy
  • Content: Uses Of Energy

Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  • Cognitive domain: List two uses of energy.
  • Affective domain: Recognize the importance of conserving energy.
  • Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate basic activities using energy.
  • Social domain: Participate in group discussions about energy usage.

Reference Materials:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information
  • Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

  • Pictures of energy sources
  • Flashcards with examples of energy uses
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Chart paper and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the uses of energy is crucial for appreciating its role in our daily lives, promoting energy conservation, and exploring the potential of various energy sources.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of what energy is and some common sources of energy.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Uses Of Energy

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeachers ActivityPupils ActivityLearning Point
Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestion and AnswerInitiate a discussion about energy sources. Ask pupils to suggest examples of energy they use daily.Respond to questions and provide examples of energy sources.Identify various sources of energy.
Energy Uses 10 minsGroup ActivityJigsaw PuzzleDivide the class into small groups. Each group receives a puzzle piece with an energy use. Discuss and complete the puzzle.Work in groups to discuss and arrange puzzle pieces correctly.Recognize and categorize different uses of energy.
Discussion 10 minsDiscussionThink-Pair-ShareEngage pupils in a brief discussion about the importance of conserving energy. Encourage sharing of ideas in pairs.Share thoughts and ideas with a partner.Understand the importance of conserving energy.
Group Discussion 5 minsGroup DiscussionGroup SharingFacilitate a group discussion about various energy uses. Each group shares their findings and insights.Participate in group discussions, sharing their group’s ideas.Engage in collaborative learning about energy uses.
Note taking 5 minsWriting Note-TakingProvide key points for note-taking about uses of energy.Take notes on important information about energy uses.Document key information about the uses of energy.
Evaluation 2 minsQuestion and AnswerQuizAsk questions to assess understanding of energy uses.Respond to quiz questions about the uses of energy.Assess pupils’ comprehension of the lesson’s content.
Conclusion3 minRecapReviewSummarize the main points of the lesson on energy uses.Share one thing they learned or found interesting.Reinforce understanding of the uses of energy.

Classroom Note:

Uses Of Energy:

  1. Lighting our homes.
  2. Running electronic devices.
  3. Cooking food.
  4. Powering machines.

Evaluation:

  1. What are two uses of energy?
  2. Name two uses of energy in our daily lives.

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.

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Last Update: July 14, 2024