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| WK | LSN | STRAND | SUB-STRAND | LESSON LEARNING OUTCOMES | LEARNING EXPERIENCES | KEY INQUIRY QUESTIONS | LEARNING RESOURCES | ASSESSMENT METHODS | REFLECTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Habitats and their characteristics
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define the terms habitat, ecosystem, and ecology - Identify different types of habitats: aquatic (freshwater and marine), terrestrial (forest, grassland, desert) - Show curiosity in studying organisms in their natural environments |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the meaning of habitat (the place where an organism lives), ecosystem (all organisms in a habitat plus their environment), and ecology (the study of organisms and their environment) - Identify and describe the characteristics of: freshwater, marine, forest, grassland, and desert habitats - Match organisms to their habitats: fish (freshwater), cactus (desert), lion (grassland) |
What is a habitat and what are the characteristics of different habitats?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Charts showing different habitats - Internet access |
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
|
| 1 | 2 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Food chains and food webs
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define a food chain and construct a simple food chain with at least four organisms - Identify producers, primary consumers, secondary consumers, and tertiary consumers - Show interest in tracing the flow of energy through a food chain |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss: what is a food chain? How does energy flow from one organism to another? - Construct a food chain: grass → grasshopper → frog → snake → eagle - Identify the role of each organism: grass (producer), grasshopper (primary consumer), frog (secondary consumer), snake (tertiary consumer) |
What is a food chain and how does energy flow through it?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Charts showing food chains - Reference books |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
|
|
| 1 | 3 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Food chains and food webs
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define a food chain and construct a simple food chain with at least four organisms - Identify producers, primary consumers, secondary consumers, and tertiary consumers - Show interest in tracing the flow of energy through a food chain |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss: what is a food chain? How does energy flow from one organism to another? - Construct a food chain: grass → grasshopper → frog → snake → eagle - Identify the role of each organism: grass (producer), grasshopper (primary consumer), frog (secondary consumer), snake (tertiary consumer) |
What is a food chain and how does energy flow through it?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Charts showing food chains - Reference books |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
|
|
| 1 | 4 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Food chains and food webs
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define a food web as a network of interconnected food chains - Construct a simple food web from given organisms - Appreciate that the removal of one organism affects all others in the food web |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss: what is a food web? How is it different from a food chain? - Construct a simple food web from a list of organisms in a given habitat - Discuss: what happens to the food web if the grass (producer) is removed? If the frog (secondary consumer) is removed? |
What is a food web and how does removal of one organism affect the others?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Charts showing food webs - Reference books |
- Written assignments
- Oral questions
|
|
| 1 | 5 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Interdependence of organisms in an ecosystem
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain how organisms in an ecosystem depend on each other for food, shelter, and survival - Give examples of interdependence: predator-prey, symbiosis, and decomposers recycling nutrients - Value the importance of maintaining balanced ecosystems |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss predator-prey relationships: lion and zebra; hawk and mouse - Discuss symbiosis: bees pollinating flowers; oxpeckers feeding on ticks from cattle - Discuss the role of decomposers (bacteria and fungi) in breaking down dead matter and recycling nutrients back to the soil |
How do organisms in an ecosystem depend on each other for survival?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Charts showing symbiosis and predator-prey relationships - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 2 | 1 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Conservation of the environment
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the importance of conserving the environment - Identify human activities that damage the environment: deforestation, overfishing, pollution, and overgrazing - Develop a sense of responsibility for protecting the natural environment |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss human activities that damage the environment: deforestation removes habitats; pollution contaminates water and soil; overgrazing leads to soil erosion - Discuss the effects of these activities on food chains, ecosystems, and biodiversity - Propose actions to reduce environmental damage in the local community |
What human activities damage the environment and how can they be reduced?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Internet access - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
|
| 2 | 2 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Conservation of the environment
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Explain the importance of conserving the environment - Identify human activities that damage the environment: deforestation, overfishing, pollution, and overgrazing - Develop a sense of responsibility for protecting the natural environment |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss human activities that damage the environment: deforestation removes habitats; pollution contaminates water and soil; overgrazing leads to soil erosion - Discuss the effects of these activities on food chains, ecosystems, and biodiversity - Propose actions to reduce environmental damage in the local community |
What human activities damage the environment and how can they be reduced?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Internet access - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Observation
|
|
| 2 | 3 |
Living Things and Their Environment
|
Ecology and the Environment - Conservation of the environment
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe at least five strategies for conserving the environment - Participate in a local conservation activity such as tree planting or litter collection - Show commitment to environmental conservation as a lifelong responsibility |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss conservation strategies: tree planting, sustainable farming, recycling, water conservation, and wildlife protection - Plan and carry out a simple conservation activity: collect litter in the school compound or plant a seedling - Reflect on the importance of each person's role in protecting the environment |
What can individuals and communities do to conserve the environment?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book
- Tree seedlings, gloves - Reference books |
- Practical work
- Observation
|
|
| 2 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Existence of static charges in objects
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate the existence of static charges by rubbing a plastic ruler and holding it near paper - Demonstrate that a charged strip can make an aluminium can roll - Show curiosity about the forces produced by static charges |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity 1: rub plastic ruler on dry hair; hold near small paper pieces (Figure 4.1); observe attraction - Carry out Activity 2: charge plastic strip; move it close to an aluminium can (Figure 4.2); observe rolling - Discuss: objects made of plastic, ebonite, and glass form static charges when rubbed |
How can the existence of static charges in objects be demonstrated?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 6
- Plastic ruler, plastic strip, woollen cloth, small paper pieces, aluminium can |
- Practical work
- Observation schedule
|
|
| 2 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Types of charges and charging by rubbing
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the two types of electric charges: positive (+) and negative (−) - Describe the process of charging objects by rubbing using the water jet activity - Explain why a plastic strip becomes negatively charged while a glass rod becomes positively charged |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Search for videos on the two types of charges; discuss: what are the two types? What is the symbol for each? - Carry out the water jet activity: hold uncharged plastic strip near water jet; rub strip; hold near jet again (Figure 4.3); observe the jet bending - Discuss: when an object loses negative charges it becomes positive; when it gains negative charges it becomes negative |
What are the types of electric charges and how are objects charged by rubbing?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 8
- Plastic strip, glass rod, plastic container, woollen cloth, basin, water - Digital device |
- Practical work
- Oral questions
|
|
| 3 | 1 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Charging objects by induction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define induction as charging an object without contact - Carry out the aluminium strip activity to charge by induction - Explain that an object charged by induction acquires the opposite charge |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: mount aluminium strip on clothes peg (Figure 4.4); hold charged plastic strip near one end; touch other end with iron nail (Figure 4.5); remove nail; move strip away - Move charged aluminium strip near thread pieces; observe attraction - Discuss: why does induction produce an opposite charge? What was the function of the iron nail? |
How does charging by induction work and what charge does the object acquire?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 0
- Thin aluminium strip, clothes peg, plastic strip, iron nail, woollen cloth, cotton thread pieces |
- Practical work
- Observation schedule
|
|
| 3 | 2 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Charging objects by induction
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define induction as charging an object without contact - Carry out the aluminium strip activity to charge by induction - Explain that an object charged by induction acquires the opposite charge |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: mount aluminium strip on clothes peg (Figure 4.4); hold charged plastic strip near one end; touch other end with iron nail (Figure 4.5); remove nail; move strip away - Move charged aluminium strip near thread pieces; observe attraction - Discuss: why does induction produce an opposite charge? What was the function of the iron nail? |
How does charging by induction work and what charge does the object acquire?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 0
- Thin aluminium strip, clothes peg, plastic strip, iron nail, woollen cloth, cotton thread pieces |
- Practical work
- Observation schedule
|
|
| 3 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Effects of force between charged objects
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate repulsion between two similarly charged objects using biro pen caps - Demonstrate attraction between two oppositely charged objects using a plastic sheet and glass bottle - State the law of charges: like charges repel; unlike charges attract |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: charge two biro caps; suspend one; hold the other close (Figure 4.6): observe repulsion - Carry out Activity: charge plastic sheet with cotton cloth; charge glass bottle with woollen cloth; move close (Figure 4.8): observe attraction - Discuss: like charges repel; unlike charges attract |
What force exists between like charges and between unlike charges?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 2
- Two biro pen caps, thread, two plastic sheets, woollen and cotton cloth, glass bottle, retort stand |
- Practical work
- Observation
|
|
| 3 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Safety measures and uses of static charges
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe safety measures when dealing with static charges in electronic devices, clothing, and lightning - Describe three uses of static charges: printers, spray painting, and air pollution control - Attempt Self-assessment 9 questions correctly |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss safety with electronics (Figure 4.9), clothing (wear woollen over cotton), and lightning (seven measures) - Discuss three uses: printers (toner), spray painting (repulsion spreads paint), and air-cleaning chimney (Figure 4.10) - Complete Self-assessment 9 questions 1–10 from the course book |
What safety measures apply to static charges and how are static charges useful?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 5
- Figure 4.9 (radio), Figure 4.10 (chimney) - Exercise books |
- Written test
- Oral questions
|
|
| 3 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Safety measures and uses of static charges
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Describe safety measures when dealing with static charges in electronic devices, clothing, and lightning - Describe three uses of static charges: printers, spray painting, and air pollution control - Attempt Self-assessment 9 questions correctly |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss safety with electronics (Figure 4.9), clothing (wear woollen over cotton), and lightning (seven measures) - Discuss three uses: printers (toner), spray painting (repulsion spreads paint), and air-cleaning chimney (Figure 4.10) - Complete Self-assessment 9 questions 1–10 from the course book |
What safety measures apply to static charges and how are static charges useful?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 5
- Figure 4.9 (radio), Figure 4.10 (chimney) - Exercise books |
- Written test
- Oral questions
|
|
| 4 | 1 |
Force and Energy
|
Static Electricity - Uses of static charges + consolidation
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Summarise all Static Electricity topics: static charges, types, charging methods, effects of force, safety, and uses - Apply static electricity knowledge to new questions - Show confidence in mastering Sub-strand 4.1 |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review and correct SA9 answers as a class; focus on the law of charges and lightning safety - Carry out a science symposium: each group presents a 5-minute talk on one topic from Static Electricity - Discuss: how are static charges used in spray painting and why is repulsion important? |
How confidently can you apply everything learnt in Static Electricity?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 8
- Exercise books - Reference books |
- Oral questions
- Assessment rubric
|
|
| 4 | 2 |
Force and Energy
|
Electrical Energy - Sources of electricity in our environment
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify at least six sources of electricity in the environment - Describe how each source generates electricity: hydroelectric, geothermal, solar, wind, dry cells, car batteries, and generators - Show interest in exploring electricity sources used locally |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the source of electricity used at home, school, place of worship, and local market - Research photos and videos of electricity from moving water, underground steam, sunlight, and wind - Discuss: hydroelectric, geothermal, solar, wind, generators, bicycle dynamos, car batteries, and dry cells |
What are the sources of electricity in our environment and how does each work?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 0
- Internet access, digital device - Pictures of electricity sources |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 4 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Electrical Energy - Sources of electricity in our environment
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify at least six sources of electricity in the environment - Describe how each source generates electricity: hydroelectric, geothermal, solar, wind, dry cells, car batteries, and generators - Show interest in exploring electricity sources used locally |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Discuss the source of electricity used at home, school, place of worship, and local market - Research photos and videos of electricity from moving water, underground steam, sunlight, and wind - Discuss: hydroelectric, geothermal, solar, wind, generators, bicycle dynamos, car batteries, and dry cells |
What are the sources of electricity in our environment and how does each work?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 0
- Internet access, digital device - Pictures of electricity sources |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 4 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Electrical Energy - Simple electrical circuits: components and cell arrangements
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Define a simple electrical circuit and identify its components using Table 4.1 - Set up cells in series (Figure 4.12) and in parallel (Figure 4.13) and compare the brightness of the bulb - Explain the difference between series and parallel cell arrangement |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Watch the simple electrical circuit video (QR code); discuss circuit components and their functions; complete Table 4.1 - Carry out Activity: set up cells in series; observe bulb brightness; set up cells in parallel; compare brightness - Discuss: positive to negative = series; like terminals connected = parallel; series gives brighter bulb |
What is a simple electrical circuit and how do series and parallel cell arrangements differ?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 3
- Dry cells, bulb, ammeter, voltmeter, switch, wires, cell holder, bulb holder - Figures 4.11, 4.12, 4.13 |
- Practical work
- Observation schedule
|
|
| 4 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Electrical Energy - Bulb arrangements and conductors
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Set up bulbs in series (Activity 3A) and in parallel (Activity 3B) and compare brightness - Classify materials as conductors or non-conductors using Activity 4 and Table 4.2 - State that copper, iron, silver, and aluminium conduct electricity; wood, plastic, paper, and glass do not |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity 3A: bulbs in series (Figure 4.14); observe brightness and what happens when one bulb is removed - Carry out Activity 3B: bulbs in parallel (Figure 4.15); compare with series; note that a faulty bulb does not affect others - Carry out Activity 4 (Figure 4.16): test materials in a circuit gap; classify as conductor or non-conductor; complete Table 4.2 |
How do series and parallel bulb arrangements compare and what makes a material a conductor?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 7
- Dry cells, two bulbs, ammeter, voltmeter, switch, wires, test materials - Figures 4.14, 4.15, 4.16 |
- Practical work
- Observation
|
|
| 5 | 1 |
Force and Energy
|
Electrical Energy - Electrical appliances, safety, and uses of electricity
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify common electrical appliances and match them to their uses using Table 4.3 - Identify safety measures when handling electrical appliances from user manuals and an electrician's chart - Describe the uses of electricity in daily life and in industries |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify appliances from pictures; match to uses in Table 4.3; discuss the appliances conversation (blackout scenario) - Read user manuals; study the electrician's safety chart; write six safety measures; discuss the caution on stinging appliances - Discuss: write five sentences on how electricity makes life better |
What appliances do we use, how are they handled safely, and what are the uses of electricity?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 9
- Table 4.3, user manuals, electrician's chart - Exercise books |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 5 | 2 |
Force and Energy
|
Electrical Energy - Electrical appliances, safety, and uses of electricity
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify common electrical appliances and match them to their uses using Table 4.3 - Identify safety measures when handling electrical appliances from user manuals and an electrician's chart - Describe the uses of electricity in daily life and in industries |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Identify appliances from pictures; match to uses in Table 4.3; discuss the appliances conversation (blackout scenario) - Read user manuals; study the electrician's safety chart; write six safety measures; discuss the caution on stinging appliances - Discuss: write five sentences on how electricity makes life better |
What appliances do we use, how are they handled safely, and what are the uses of electricity?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 9
- Table 4.3, user manuals, electrician's chart - Exercise books |
- Oral questions
- Written assignments
|
|
| 5 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Electrical Energy - Self-assessment 10
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Complete Self-assessment 10 questions accurately covering all Electrical Energy topics - Draw circuit diagrams for series and parallel arrangements of cells and bulbs - Reflect on learning about sources of electricity, circuits, conductors, appliances, and uses |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Complete SA10 Q1–8: identify electricity sources from definitions; draw series/parallel circuits; describe a conductors test; classify materials; identify appliances; advise on six safety measures; write five sentences on electricity - Set up series and parallel circuits to confirm understanding - Review and correct answers as a class |
How well do you understand all topics in Electrical Energy?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 5
- Exercise books, dry cells, bulbs, wires |
- Written test
- Oral questions
|
|
| 5 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Magnetism - Magnetic and non-magnetic materials
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Classify materials as magnetic or non-magnetic by testing with a bar magnet - State that iron and steel are magnetic; copper, glass, plastic, aluminium, and wood are non-magnetic - Show curiosity about the magnetic properties of everyday materials |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Brainstorm: what is a magnet? Why are magnets important? - Carry out classification activity: hold bar magnet close to each material; tick results in the table - Discuss: which materials are magnetic and which are non-magnetic? |
How can materials be classified as magnetic or non-magnetic?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 7
- Bar magnet, copper wire, cotton thread, iron nail, glass, plastic, steel pin, aluminium, wood |
- Practical work
- Oral questions
|
|
| 5 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Magnetism - Poles of a magnet
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Identify the two poles of a magnet: north (N) and south (S) - Describe the distribution of iron filings around a bar magnet using Activity 2 - Explain that poles are located at the ends of the magnet |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity 2: place bar magnet under paper; sprinkle iron filings (Figure 4.17); tap paper; observe distribution - Draw and explain the iron filing distribution; study Figures 4.18 and 4.19 - Discuss bar magnet and horseshoe magnet (Figure 4.20); draw and label their poles |
Where are the poles of a magnet and how is this shown using iron filings?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 8
- Bar magnet, white paper, iron filings - Horseshoe magnet, Figures 4.17–4.20 |
- Practical work
- Observation schedule
|
|
| 6 | 1 |
Force and Energy
|
Magnetism - Force between like and unlike poles
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate the force between like and unlike poles using the rollers activity - State the law of magnetism: like poles repel; unlike poles attract - Define like poles and unlike poles |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: place rollers on flat surface; place magnet on them; move second magnet with like poles facing (Figure 4.21a): observe repulsion; turn second magnet with unlike poles facing (Figure 4.21b): observe attraction - Discuss: like poles repel; unlike poles attract; the force = repulsion/attraction - Define like poles (N-N or S-S) and unlike poles (N-S) |
What force exists between like poles and between unlike poles of a magnet?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 0
- Two bar magnets, three rollers - Figures 4.21(a) and 4.21(b) |
- Practical work
- Oral questions
|
|
| 6 | 1-2 |
Force and Energy
|
Magnetism - Force between like and unlike poles
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Investigate the force between like and unlike poles using the rollers activity - State the law of magnetism: like poles repel; unlike poles attract - Define like poles and unlike poles |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: place rollers on flat surface; place magnet on them; move second magnet with like poles facing (Figure 4.21a): observe repulsion; turn second magnet with unlike poles facing (Figure 4.21b): observe attraction - Discuss: like poles repel; unlike poles attract; the force = repulsion/attraction - Define like poles (N-N or S-S) and unlike poles (N-S) |
What force exists between like poles and between unlike poles of a magnet?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 0
- Two bar magnets, three rollers - Figures 4.21(a) and 4.21(b) |
- Practical work
- Oral questions
|
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| 7 | 2 |
Force and Energy
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Magnetism - Uses of magnets in day-to-day life
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By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Demonstrate how a freely suspended magnet determines direction (Figure 4.22) - Identify uses of magnets in speakers, screwdrivers, magnetic boards, motors, and generators - Show interest in how magnets function in everyday devices |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: suspend bar magnet; let it rest; note direction; compare with magnetic compass (Figure 4.22, page 153) - Carry out Activity: place steel pin near narrower end of speaker; observe attraction - Use magnetic screwdriver to unscrew and re-screw a screw; discuss: how does the magnet make this easier? |
How are magnets used to determine direction and in everyday devices?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 3
- Bar magnet, thread, wooden support, magnetic compass - Speaker, magnetic screwdriver |
- Practical work
- Oral questions
|
|
| 7 | 3 |
Force and Energy
|
Magnetism - Uses of magnets: separation and motors
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use a magnet to separate magnetic materials from rubbish - Explain how magnets function in electric motors and generators - Appreciate that magnets are central to many machines and waste management |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: spread rubbish on polythene sheet; use magnet to pick magnetic materials; discuss how this reduces environmental pollution - Use internet to find information on magnets in motors and generators; discuss: motor converts electricity to rotation (fans, blenders); generator converts mechanical energy to electricity - Carry out the card activity: five groups each discuss one application of magnets |
How are magnets used in waste separation, motors, and generators?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 5
- Magnet, stick, polythene sheet, dustbin - Internet access, five application cards |
- Practical work
- Observation
|
|
| 7 | 4 |
Force and Energy
|
Magnetism - Uses of magnets: separation and motors
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Use a magnet to separate magnetic materials from rubbish - Explain how magnets function in electric motors and generators - Appreciate that magnets are central to many machines and waste management |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Carry out Activity: spread rubbish on polythene sheet; use magnet to pick magnetic materials; discuss how this reduces environmental pollution - Use internet to find information on magnets in motors and generators; discuss: motor converts electricity to rotation (fans, blenders); generator converts mechanical energy to electricity - Carry out the card activity: five groups each discuss one application of magnets |
How are magnets used in waste separation, motors, and generators?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 5
- Magnet, stick, polythene sheet, dustbin - Internet access, five application cards |
- Practical work
- Observation
|
|
| 7 | 5 |
Force and Energy
|
Magnetism - Self-assessment 11
|
By the end of the
lesson, the learner
should be able to:
- Complete Self-assessment 11 questions accurately covering all Magnetism topics - Draw diagrams showing poles of bar and horseshoe magnets - Reflect on all Strand 4 content through the SA11 and digital exercise |
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Complete SA11 Q1–6: classify magnetic/non-magnetic materials; draw poles of bar and horseshoe magnets; describe force investigation; identify forces between given pole pairs; name five machines using magnets; explain how magnets reduce pollution - Complete the digital exercise (QR code, Force and energy folder) - Review and correct all answers as a class |
How well have you mastered all the content in Strand 4: Force and Energy?
|
- Grade 7 Integrated Science Learner's Book 9
- SA11 paper, QR code, digital device - Exercise books |
- Written test
- Assessment rubric
|
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