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Basic 7 Science Term 3 Week 3 Lesson Plan

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Week 3: Lesson Plan
Subject: Science
Class: Basic 7
Topic: Force & Motion
Strand: Forces and EnergySub-strand: Force & Motion
Indicator (code): B7.2.2.1.1Content Std (code): B7.2.2.1 Demonstrate understanding of the concept of force and its effects
Performance Indicator: Learners can define force and describe its effects on objects.Core Competencies: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
T.L.R.(s): Spring balances, various weights, balls, elastic bands
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Recap previous knowledge about its effects on objects. Quick brainstorm: What do you already know about its effects on objects? Introduction to today's objectives regarding its effects on objects. Mental drill or quick quiz related to its effects on objects.
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
Define force as a push or pull and discuss its effects on an object's shape, speed, or direction. Use visual aids to demonstrate the effects of force, including stretching, crushing, and moving. Introduce and differentiate between contact forces (friction, tension) and non-contact forces (magnetic, gravitational). Assess understanding by having students explain the effects of force on a moving bicycle.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Summarize what we learned today about its effects on objects. Oral assessment: Answer key questions on its effects on objects. Learners share one new thing they found out about its effects on objects. Check for understanding and wrap up the week on its effects on objects.

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