• Class: Primary 3
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 6
  • Age: 8 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Basic Science Technology
  • Curriculum Theme: Basic Technology
  • Topic: Energy
  • Content: Uses Of Solar Energy

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

  • Cognitive Domain: mention two uses of solar energy.
  • Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of solar energy in daily life.
  • Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate the process of harnessing solar energy using a simple solar toy.
  • Social Domain: Collaborate with peers to discuss and list uses of solar energy.

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:

  • Charts or pictures depicting solar-powered devices
  • Simple solar toy
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Peer collaboration cards (small cards with prompts for discussions)

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the uses of solar energy is crucial for students to appreciate alternative energy sources and their impact on the environment and daily life.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have basic knowledge of different forms of energy.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Uses Of Solar Energy

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestioningInitiate a class discussion on solar energy.Respond to questions and share ideas.Understanding the concept of solar energy.
Uses of Solar Energy 10 minsGroup ActivityCollaborative LearningDivide students into groups. Discuss and list practical uses of solar energy on the whiteboard.Collaborate with peers to identify uses.Recognizing practical applications of solar energy.
Peer Collaboration 10 minsGroup ActivityPeer DiscussionProvide peer collaboration cards with prompts. In pairs, discuss the importance of solar energy.Collaborate with a partner and discuss.Appreciating the significance of solar energy in daily life.
Note Taking 5 minsWriting Guided Note-TakingProvide key points on uses of solar energy. Guide students in taking notes.Take notes in their notebooks.Recording important information about solar energy uses.
Evaluation 3 minsQuestion and AnswerOral AssessmentAsk questions related to the lesson objectives.Answer questions individually.Assessing comprehension and knowledge of solar energy.
Conclusion 2 minsRecapSummarizationSummarize the key points of the lesson.Share one thing they’ve learned.Reinforcing the importance of solar energy in our lives.

Classroom Note:

Uses Of Solar Energy

  1. Powering homes with solar panels.
  2. Charging solar-powered devices.
  3. Heating water for household use.
  4. Running solar-powered streetlights.
  5. Providing energy for solar cookers.

Evaluation:

  1. Mention two uses of solar energy.
  2. Why is solar energy important 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