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SCHEME OF WORK FORM ONE GEOGRAPHY TERM ONE 20….. | |||||||||||||||
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INTRODUCTIONTOGEOGRAPHY
Definition of Geography and environment. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define the terms Geography and environment. Explain what the study of Geography entails.
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Brainstorming, Oral questions; Brief discussion. |
KLB BK I Pg 1 |
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Branches of Geography. |
Identify the branches of Geography. | Exposition & discussion on major areas covered in Physical Geography, Economic Geography & Practical Geography.
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KLB BK I
Pg 2 |
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Importance of studying Geography. |
Explain importance of studying Geography. | Detailed discussion on importance of knowledge, skills, positive values and attitudes gained in course of studying Geography.
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KLB BK I
Pg 2-3 |
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Relationship between Geography and other Disciplines. |
Explain the relationship between Geography and other disciplines. | Teacher explains contextual meaning of the term discipline.
Oral questions to elicit definitions of history, physics, chemistry, agriculture, economics, etc. Brief discussion on interdependence of disciplines.
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Chart: relationship between Geography and other disciplines. | KLB BK I
Pg 3-4 |
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Identify careers related to Geography. | Open discussion on careers related to Geography. | Career booklet. | KLB BK I
Pg 3-4 |
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THE EARTH AND THE SOLAR SYSTEM.
Composition of the Solar System. |
Give the meaning of solar system. Describe the composition of solar system. |
Exposition of facts related to the heavenly bodies, planets and other celestial bodies.
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Chart: the solar system & their relative sizes. |
KLB BK I Pg 7 |
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The origin of the solar system. |
Explain theories put forward to explain the origin of the earth.
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Exposition of new concepts;
Brief description. |
KLB BK I
Pg 7-8 |
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Other heavenly bodies. |
List down other heavenly bodies. | Exposition & brief description. | KLB BK I
Pg 9-12 |
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The origin and size of the earth. |
Advance postulates about origin and size of the earth.
Give reasons why the interior of the earth is known to be very hot.
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Brain storming;
Exposition of factual information. |
KLB BK I
Pg 12-13 |
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The shape of the earth. |
Outline proofs that the earth is spherical. | Brief discussion & illustrations. | Chart: mathematical data for planet earth.
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KLB BK I
Pg 13-15 |
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The rotation of the earth on its axis. |
Explain effects of rotation of the earth on its axis. | Brainstorming, oral questions and brief discussion on rotational movement of the earth and its effects.
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The globe. | KLB BK I
Pg 17-18 |
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SHORT TEST |
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Local time. |
Calculate local time using longitudes.
Calculate the longitude of a place using local time. |
Q/A: review the terms local time, GMT and direction of rotation of the earth.
Work through examples. Supervised practice. Written assignment.
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KLB BK I
Pg 18 |
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Time zones and the International Date Line. |
Explain the importance of the concept time zone.
Explain the effects of crossing the International date line on time zones.
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Locate I.D.L. on the globe;
Brief discussion with probing questions. |
The globe. | KLB BK I
Pg 18 |
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The revolution of the earth round the sun. |
Describe effects of revolution of the earth round the sun.
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Exposition & detailed discussion on revolutionary movement of the earth. | KLB BK I
Pg 19 |
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Eclipses. |
Explain occurrence of eclipses.
Differentiate between eclipse of the sun and eclipse of the moon.
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Probing questions;
Drawing illustrative diagrams. Brief discussion.
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Charts-
Solar eclipse, Annular solar eclipse, Lunar eclipse. |
KLB BK I
Pg 20-21 |
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The structure of the earth. |
Describe internal and external structure of the earth. |
Expository and descriptive approaches. | Model of the internal earth structure. | KLB BK I
Pg 22-23 |
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WEATHER
Definition and elements of weather.
Temperature. |
Define the term weather. List down the elements of weather.
Define the term temperature. Outline factors affecting air temperature.
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Brain storming;
Brief discussion. |
Pg 24-25 | ||||||||||||
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Humidity&
Precipitation. |
Differentiate between absolute and relative humidity.
Outline factors affecting humidity. Identify forms of precipitation.
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Exposition;
Probing questions; Brief discussion. |
KLB BK I
Pg 26-27 |
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Rainfall. | Describe rainfall as a form of precipitation.
Outline types of rainfall. |
Probing questions;
Drawing illustrative diagrams. Brief discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 27-29 |
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Clouds. |
Identify types of clouds.
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Exposition and explanations;
Drawing illustrative diagrams. |
KLB BK I
Pg 31-32 |
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Atmospheric pressure& winds.
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Explain factors influencing atmospheric pressure.
Differentiate between anabatic and katabatic winds. Outline factors influencing wind direction. Explain the role of wind as a medium of heat and moisture transfer.
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Probing questions;
Drawing illustrative diagrams of land and sea breezes; Exposition of new concepts; Brief discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 29-30 |
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Weather station. | List down instruments used in a weather station.
Identify factors taken into account when siting a weather station.
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Q/A: definition of the term weather;
Brief discussion on elements of weather; Oral questions & brief discussion; Visit a weather station.
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KLB BK I
Pg 32-33 |
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Measuring temperature. |
Identify thermometric liquids used in thermometers.
Calculate mean daily temperature and diurnal range of temperature given maximum and minimum daily temperatures.
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Oral questions.
Problem solving. |
Six’s Maximum & minimum thermometers. | KLB BK I
Pg 34-36 |
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Measuring rainfall. |
Work out calculations related to rainfall.
Draw graphs showing distribution of rainfall.
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Simple problem solving.
Drawing graphs for monthly annual rainfall. |
Rainfall charts. | KLB BK I
Pg 37 |
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Measuring atmospheric pressure. |
Identify features of a mercury barometer and the aneroid barometer. | Expository & descriptive approaches, and oral questions.
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KLB BK I
Pg 37 |
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Wind direction and intensity. |
Identify instruments used to determine wnd direction and intensity. | Oral questions;
Drawing a wind vane and a wind sock; Brief discussion. |
KLB BK I
Pg 39 |
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The atmosphere. |
Describe the zones of the atmosphere. | Expository & descriptive approaches. | KLB BK I
Pg 41-42 |
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Weather forecasting. |
Outline the importance of weather forecasting to humankind.
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Q/A & brief discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 41-42 |
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Factors influencing weather. |
Highlight factors influencing weather. | Probing questions;
Exposition of new concepts; Brief discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 45-46 |
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Fieldworkon weather. |
Observe and record various weather conditions. | Fieldwork:
Making observations; Collecting data; Conducting interviews; Taking photographs.
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KLB BK I
Pg 46-47 |
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| SCHEME OF WORK FORM ONE GEOGRAPHY TERM TWO 2011 | |||||||
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STATISTICAL METHODS.
Meaning and significance of statistics.
Types, nature and sources of statistical data.
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Define the term statistics. Explain the significance of statistics in enhancing the study of geography.
Identify types, nature and sources of statistical data. |
Q/A & brief discussion.
Exposition of new concepts & discussion. |
KLB BK I Pg 449-50 |
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Collecting statistical data.–Questionnares. |
Identify types of questionnaires.
State advantages and disadvantages of using questionnaires.
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Probing questions & explanations.
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Sample questionnaires. | KLB BK I
Pg 50-51 |
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Collecting statistical data.–Interviews and observations. |
State advantages and disadvantages of using interviews and observations to gather data. | Simulations;
Probing questions & explanations.
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KLB BK I
Pg 51-52 |
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Collecting statistical data.-Other methods |
Describe other methods of collecting data. | Discussion on taking measurements, sampling and content analysis. | Grid square for sampling. | KLB BK I
Pg 53-54 |
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Recording data. |
Describe methods and techniques of recording statistical data.
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Probing questions, discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 55-57 |
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Statistical data analysis. |
Analyse statistical data correctly. | Discussion on organizing data;
Identifying highest and lowest values. Supervised practice. Written assignment.
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KLB BK I
Pg 57-59 |
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Measures of central tendency and measures of dispersion. |
Find range, mean, mode and median of data. | Calculations: range, proportions, percentages, mean, median & mode. | KLB BK I
Pg 57-59 |
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Statistical data presentation in tables. |
Present statistical data in tabular form.
Merits & demerits of using statistical tables. |
Give examples of statistical data in tabular form; e.g. rainfall of a place.
Oral questions & brief discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 61 |
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Simple line graph. |
Identify independent and dependent variables and plot them on the correct axes.
Construct a simple line graph. |
Guided practical activity: drawing a simple line graph.
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Graph papers. | KLB BK I
Pg 60-62 |
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Simple line graph. |
Interpret a simple line graph.
State merits & demerits of using simple line graphs. |
Make inferences;
Brief discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 60-62 |
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Simple bar graph. |
Construct and interpret a simple bar graph.
State merits & demerits of using simple bar graphs. |
Guided practical activity: drawing a simple bar graph.
Oral questions and brief discussion.
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Graph papers. | KLB BK I
Pg 62-63 |
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Combined line graph and bar graph.(polygraph) |
Construct and interpret combined line graph and bar graph (polygraph).
State merits & demerits of using simple line graphs. |
Guided practical activity: drawing combined line graph and bar graph (polygraph).
Oral questions and brief discussion. Written exercise.
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Graph papers. | KLB BK I
Pg 63-64 |
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Simple wind rose. |
State merits & demerits of using a wind rose.
Construct and make use of a simple wind rose. |
Brief discussion.
Group activity (Assignment): construction of a simple wind rose. |
KLB BK I
Pg 64-65 |
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TEST |
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MAPS AND MAP WORK
Maps, plans and pictures.
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Q/A: make a distinction between maps and plans, maps and pictures.
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Practical activity: drawing plan of a classroom, etc. Brief discussion on differences between maps, plans and pictures.
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KLB BK I Pg 66-69 |
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Sketch maps. |
Identify characteristics of a good sketch.
Sketch maps stating specific information. |
Practical activity: drawing sketch maps.
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KLB BK I
Pg 69 |
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Atlas maps. |
Give examples of atlas maps.
Interpret atlas maps. |
Oral questions, brief discussion. | Atlases. | KLB BK I
Pg 69 |
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Topographic maps. |
Identify features on topographic maps. | Guided practical activity:
Identifying physical and human features on maps.
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Topographic maps. | KLB BK I
Pg 69-70 |
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Uses of maps. |
State uses of maps. | Q/A and brief discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 69 |
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Marginal information on a map. |
Identify and use marginal information on maps. | Guided activities: Identifying marginal information.
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Topographical maps. | KLB BK I
Pg 71-72 |
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Map scales. |
Define a scale.
Identify types of scales. Express a scale in another format.
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Brainstorming, brief discussion, problem solving. | Topographical maps. | KLB BK I
Pg 73-76 |
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Measuring distances on maps. |
Measure distances on maps accurately. | Guided practical activities:
Measuring distances accurately by using various methods.
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Topographical maps, pair of dividers, thread. | KLB BK I
Pg 76-78 |
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Calculation of area on maps. |
Calculate area on a map. | Guided practical activities involving area.
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Topographical maps. | KLB BK I
Pg 79-80 |
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FIELDWORK
Definition of field work, types and importance of fieldwork. |
Define the term fieldwork. Identify types of fieldwork. Explain importance of fieldwork to geographers.
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Probing questions & brief discussion. |
KLB BK I Pg 82-83 |
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Fieldwork procedure. |
Describe fieldwork procedure. | Brain storming;
Probing questions on steps followed during fieldwork. Detailed discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 83-84 |
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Hypothesis. |
Outline characteristics of a good hypothesis.
Formulate a hypothesis. |
Exposition of new concept;
Oral exercise on formulation of hypotheses.
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KLB BK I
Pg 84-85 |
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Reconnaissance. |
State the purpose of a reconnaissance. | Exposition of new concept;
Brief discussion. |
KLB BK I
Pg 87 |
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Preparations before fieldwork. |
Highlight preparations required before carrying out of fieldwork.
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Q/A & open discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 85 |
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Methods data of collection. |
Outline various methods of data collection.
Identify specific methods for given types of field study. State merits & demerits of each method.
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Q/A to review methods of data collection;
Brief discussion. |
Necessary equipment. | KLB BK I
Pg 87 |
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Problems likely to be encountered in the field during fieldwork.
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Predict problems that are likely to be encountered in the field in course of fieldwork. | Brainstorming & brief open discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 88 |
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End of term two exams | ||||||
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LESSON / SPECIFIC
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TEACHING / LEARNING
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MATERIALS
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REF. | REM. |
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Actual field study. |
Conduct a field study. | Identify the problem and objectives;
Prepare for the study; Visit the area of study; Gather data using suitable methods.
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Questionnaires,
Cameras, labels, etc. |
KLB BK I
Pg 88-92 |
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Interpretation of data collected. |
Analyse the collected data. | Synthesise the data collected;
Plot relevant graphs; Answer questions. |
KLB BK I
Pg 88-92 |
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MINERALS AND ROCKS
Characteristics of minerals. |
List down characteristics of minerals. |
Q/A: list down examples of minerals. Brief discussion of their general characteristics.
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KLB BK I
Pg 94-96 |
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Igneous rocks. | Describe formation of igneous rocks.
Differentiate between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks. Give examples of igneous rocks.
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Brief discussion.
Exposition & detailed discussion. |
KLB BK I
Pg 96-99 |
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Sedimentary rocks. |
State characteristics of sedimentary rocks.
Give examples of sedimentary rocks formed in different ways.
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Exposition of factual information;
Detailed discussion. |
KLB BK I
Pg 99-100 |
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Formation of sedimentary rocks. |
Describe formation of sedimentary rocks.
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KLB BK I
Pg 100-2 |
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Metamorphic rocks. |
Describe forms of metamorphism that lead to formation of metamorphic rocks.
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Exposition & detailed discussion. | Chart: match original and metamorphic rocks. | KLB BK I
Pg 102 |
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Distribution of rocks in Kenya. |
Account for the distribution of rocks in Kenya.
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Descriptive approach.
Examine a map showing distribution of rocks. |
KLB BK I
Pg 104-6 |
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Significance of rocks and minerals. |
Explain the significance of minerals and rocks to mankind.
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Brain storming;
Q/A & brief discussion. |
KLB BK I
Pg 107-8 |
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Fieldwork on rocks. |
Carry out a fieldwork study on rocks. | Collect, examine and classify rocks.
Answer related problems. |
KLB BK I
Pg 109-110 |
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MINING
Occurrence of rocks. |
Describe occurrence of minerals in various forms. |
Exposition and descriptive approaches.
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KLB BK I
Pg 110-111 |
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Exploitation of minerals. |
Explain factors affecting exploitation of minerals. | Probing questions & brief discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 111-2 |
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Methods of mining. |
Describe various methods of mining. | Exposition of new concepts.
Brief discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 112-3 |
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Methods of mining. (ontd) |
Describe various methods of mining. | Exposition of new concepts.
Brief discussion.
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KLB BK I
Pg 113-4 |
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Types of minerals. |
Give examples of metallic, non-metallic and energy minerals. | Brief discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 116 |
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Distribution of minerals in East Africa. |
Locate major mineral sites on the map of East Africa. | Draw the map of East Africa and locate major mineral sites. | Map of East Africa showing distribution of minerals.
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KLB BK I
Pg 116-7 |
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CAT. |
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Significance of minerals in Kenya. |
Outline ways in which Kenya has benefited from exploitation of minerals.
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Probing questions & brief discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 115 |
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Problems of mining in Kenya. |
Identify problems facing mining industry in Kenya. | Q/A & brief discussion. | KLB BK I
Pg 118 |
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Effects of mining on the environment.
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Explain adverse effects of mining on the environment. | Q/A & brief open discussion | KLB BK I
Pg 118-9 |
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Trona on Lake Magadi. |
Describe the occurrence, exploitation and processing of trona on Lake Magadi.
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Exposition & descriptive approaches.
Assignment.
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KLB BK I
Pg 120 |
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Diamond in South Africa. |
Describe distribution and exploitation of gold and diamond in South Africa.
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Exposition & descriptive approaches. | KLB BK I
Pg 121 |
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Gold in South Africa. |
Describe distribution and exploitation of gold and diamond in South Africa.
Highlight problems encountered during exploitation of gold in South Africa.
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Exposition;
Brief discussion. |
KLB BK I
Pg 123-4 |
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Petroleum in the Middle East.-Iraq & Iran | Describe oil distribution and exploitation of petroleum in the middle East.
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Exposition & descriptive approaches.
Assignment.
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Pg 125 |
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Petroleum in the Middle East.-Kuwait & Saudi Arabia. |
Describe oil distribution and exploitation of petroleum in the middle East.
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Exposition & descriptive approaches.
Assignment.
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KLB BK I
Pg 126 |
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2-3 |
Problems facing petroleum industry. |
Highlight major problems facing petroleum industry. | KLB BK I
Pg 127 |
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SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT TEST |
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