BIOLOGY LESSON NOTE ON HUMAN KIDNEY

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Lesson Note on the Human Kidney Topic: The Human Kidney Duration: 40 minutes Specific Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: Define the kidney and state its location in the human body. Identify and describe the structure and functions of the kidney. Explain the processes involved in urine formation (filtration, reabsorption, and secretion). Describe how the kidney contributes to homeostasis. Identify common kidney-related diseases and how to prevent them. Evaluate the importance of maintaining kidney health. Lesson Content: 1. Introduction to the Human Kidney The kidneys are vital organs in the human body responsible for filtering waste from the blood and regulating water and electrolyte balance. They are part of the excretory system and play a crucial role in homeostasis. Location: The kidneys are located in the abdominal cavity, on either side of the spine, just below the rib cage. Each kidney is bean-shaped and about the size of a fi...
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Scheme Of Work For Literature-In-English First, Second & Third Term For SS1, SS2 & SS3

 

📘 SCHEME OF WORK FOR LITERATURE-IN-ENGLISH

SENIOR SECONDARY ONE (SS1)

First Term

  • Week 1: Introduction to Literature: Meaning, Functions & Branches (Oral & Written Literature)
  • Week 2: Genres of Literature – Prose, Poetry, Drama (with examples)
  • Week 3: Elements of Prose – Plot, Characters, Setting, Theme, Point of View
  • Week 4: Types of Prose – Novel, Short Story, Novella (examples from African & non-African texts)
  • Week 5: Elements of Drama – Plot, Character, Conflict, Dialogue, Stage Directions
  • Week 6: Types of Drama – Tragedy, Comedy, Tragi-comedy, Farce, Melodrama
  • Week 7: Elements of Poetry – Rhyme, Rhythm, Imagery, Mood, Diction, Tone
  • Week 8: Types of Poetry – Lyric, Epic, Ballad, Elegy, Ode, Sonnet
  • Week 9: Figures of Speech – Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Hyperbole, Irony
  • Week 10: Reading & Appreciation of Simple Poems (selected African & non-African poems)
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

Second Term

  • Week 1: Oral Literature – Folktales, Myths, Legends, Proverbs, Riddles
  • Week 2: African Prose – Features & Themes (intro to a set African prose text)
  • Week 3: Non-African Prose – Features & Themes (intro to a set non-African prose text)
  • Week 4: Characterization in Prose (analysis of main & minor characters in set text)
  • Week 5: Themes & Messages in Prose (African & non-African texts)
  • Week 6: African Drama – Features & Themes (intro to a set African drama text)
  • Week 7: Non-African Drama – Features & Themes (intro to a set non-African drama text)
  • Week 8: Poetry: African Poems – Themes & Techniques
  • Week 9: Poetry: Non-African Poems – Themes & Techniques
  • Week 10: Literary Appreciation – Answering WAEC/NECO-style Questions on Prose, Drama & Poetry
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

Third Term

  • Week 1: Introduction to Literary Terms – Style, Symbolism, Satire, Allegory, Flashback, Suspense
  • Week 2: Analysis of a Selected African Prose (detailed study)
  • Week 3: Analysis of a Selected Non-African Prose (detailed study)
  • Week 4: Analysis of an African Drama (detailed study)
  • Week 5: Analysis of a Non-African Drama (detailed study)
  • Week 6: Poetry: Imagery & Symbolism in Selected Poems
  • Week 7: Poetry: Mood & Tone in Selected Poems
  • Week 8: Literature & Society – How Literature Mirrors Life
  • Week 9: Past WAEC/NECO Questions (Essay & Objective practice)
  • Week 10: Students’ Creative Writing: Short Story, Poem, or Playlet
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

SENIOR SECONDARY TWO (SS2)

First Term

  • Week 1: Revision of SS1 Literature Foundations
  • Week 2: Detailed Study of African Prose (Plot & Setting)
  • Week 3: Themes & Style in African Prose
  • Week 4: Detailed Study of Non-African Prose (Plot & Setting)
  • Week 5: Themes & Style in Non-African Prose
  • Week 6: Detailed Study of African Drama (Conflict & Resolution)
  • Week 7: Themes & Style in African Drama
  • Week 8: Detailed Study of Non-African Drama (Conflict & Resolution)
  • Week 9: Themes & Style in Non-African Drama
  • Week 10: Character Analysis – Comparing Characters Across Texts
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

Second Term

  • Week 1: Poetry: African Poetry – Themes, Imagery, Language
  • Week 2: Poetry: African Poetry – Mood, Tone & Symbolism
  • Week 3: Poetry: Non-African Poetry – Themes, Imagery, Language
  • Week 4: Poetry: Non-African Poetry – Mood, Tone & Symbolism
  • Week 5: Figures of Speech in WAEC/NECO Prescribed Poems
  • Week 6: Prose: Comparative Analysis (African vs Non-African texts)
  • Week 7: Drama: Comparative Analysis (African vs Non-African texts)
  • Week 8: Literature & Oral Traditions – Influence of Oral Literature on Modern Writing
  • Week 9: Answering WAEC/NECO Essay Questions in Prose, Drama, Poetry
  • Week 10: Objective Questions Practice (Past Questions)
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

Third Term

  • Week 1: Review of Genres & Elements of Literature
  • Week 2: Full Analysis of African Prose (for exam)
  • Week 3: Full Analysis of Non-African Prose (for exam)
  • Week 4: Full Analysis of African Drama (for exam)
  • Week 5: Full Analysis of Non-African Drama (for exam)
  • Week 6: Full Analysis of African Poetry (for exam)
  • Week 7: Full Analysis of Non-African Poetry (for exam)
  • Week 8: Literature Essay Writing Skills – Introduction, Body & Conclusion
  • Week 9: WAEC/NECO Past Questions Drill
  • Week 10: Mock Tests & Peer Review of Essays
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

SENIOR SECONDARY THREE (SS3)

(WAEC/NECO Preparation Year)

First Term

  • Week 1: Overview of WAEC/NECO Literature Syllabus & Prescribed Texts
  • Week 2: African Prose – Intensive Study (Plot, Setting, Characters)
  • Week 3: Non-African Prose – Intensive Study (Plot, Setting, Characters)
  • Week 4: African Drama – Intensive Study (Themes, Conflict, Language)
  • Week 5: Non-African Drama – Intensive Study (Themes, Conflict, Language)
  • Week 6: African Poetry – Thematic & Stylistic Analysis
  • Week 7: Non-African Poetry – Thematic & Stylistic Analysis
  • Week 8: General Essay Writing in Literature – How to Tackle Exam Questions
  • Week 9: Past WAEC Objective Questions Practice
  • Week 10: Past WAEC Essay Questions Practice
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

Second Term

  • Week 1: Critical Analysis of African Prose (Exam Focus)
  • Week 2: Critical Analysis of Non-African Prose (Exam Focus)
  • Week 3: Critical Analysis of African Drama (Exam Focus)
  • Week 4: Critical Analysis of Non-African Drama (Exam Focus)
  • Week 5: Critical Analysis of African Poetry (Exam Focus)
  • Week 6: Critical Analysis of Non-African Poetry (Exam Focus)
  • Week 7: Literature & Social Issues (Themes like Colonialism, Corruption, Gender, Conflict)
  • Week 8: Comparative Literature – Relating Texts Across Genres
  • Week 9: Objective & Essay Past Questions Practice
  • Week 10: Mock Exam (Internal)
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination
  • Week 13: Closing

Third Term (Revision & Final Exam Preparation)

  • Week 1: Full Review of African & Non-African Prose (Key Themes & Characters)
  • Week 2: Full Review of African & Non-African Drama (Key Themes & Characters)
  • Week 3: Full Review of African & Non-African Poetry (Key Themes & Techniques)
  • Week 4: Answering Past WAEC/NECO Questions – Prose
  • Week 5: Answering Past WAEC/NECO Questions – Drama
  • Week 6: Answering Past WAEC/NECO Questions – Poetry
  • Week 7: WAEC/NECO Mock Objective Questions
  • Week 8: WAEC/NECO Mock Essay Questions
  • Week 9: Teachers’ Corrections & Exam Strategy (Time Management, Key Words)
  • Week 10: Final Mock Exam & Feedback
  • Week 11: Revision
  • Week 12: Examination (WAEC/NECO)
  • Week 13: Closing / Graduation


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