Grade 10 Biology Scheme of Work

Wk.	Lsn	Strand	Sub-strand	Lesson Learning Outcomes	Learning Experiences	Key Inquiry Question(s)	Learning Resources	Assessment Methods	Reflection
1	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Introduction to Biology: application of Biology in everyday life, fields of study in Biology, and careers related to Biology.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners search for information on Biology applications, relate fields such as Botany, Zoology, Taxonomy, Anatomy, Physiology, Ecology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Genetics, Parasitology, Microbiology and Entomology to careers, and design a career wheel.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Use career-wheel rubric, oral questioning, learner notes, and safe use of print or digital sources.	Most learners were able to create, perform or present the practised art skill with observable control, expression and confidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Introduction to Biology: application of Biology in everyday life, fields of study in Biology, and careers related to Biology. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
2	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Introduction to Biology: factors influencing career choices and fair access to Biology-related careers.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners discuss factors such as interest and ability, identify factors that should not limit career choice such as gender, culture, disability, environment and stereotypes, and interact with a resource person where possible.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Assess group discussion, career reflection, values evidence, and learner participation.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Introduction to Biology: factors influencing career choices and fair access to Biology-related careers. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
3	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Specimen Collection and Preservation: apparatus and materials for collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners identify apparatus such as pooter or aspirator, pitfall trap, sweep net, forceps, hand lens, labels, gloves and collecting bags, then improvise apparatus from locally available materials.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Assess apparatus identification, improvised tool quality, safety, and correct biological vocabulary.	Most learners were able to collect force-extension data, plot or interpret the pattern, and describe the behaviour of the spring within the elastic limit. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Specimen Collection and Preservation: apparatus and materials for collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
4	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Specimen Collection and Preservation: collecting, processing and preserving specimens for biological studies.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners collect safe specimens, observe road-crossing and field safety rules, process specimens, make a herbarium by pressing, drying, mounting and labelling, and keep collection records.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Use collection record, herbarium rubric, safety checklist, and teacher observation.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Specimen Collection and Preservation: collecting, processing and preserving specimens for biological studies. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
5	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Specimen Collection and Preservation project: planning, collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners plan a small specimen project, select ethical and safe collection methods, document procedures, and present preserved specimens or photographs where direct collection is unsuitable.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Assess project plan, portfolio evidence, presentation, ethical practice, and care for biodiversity.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Specimen Collection and Preservation project: planning, collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
6	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Cell Structure and Specialisation: light and electron microscopes, resolution, magnification and cell study.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners compare light and electron microscopes, discuss resolution and magnification, and explain the role of microscopy in studying cell structure.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Use comparison table, oral questioning, microscope-handling checklist, and learner notes.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: light and electron microscopes, resolution, magnification and cell study. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
7	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Cell Structure and Specialisation: preparation of temporary slides and estimation of cell size during microscopy.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners practise sectioning, staining, mounting and fixation using safe plant materials, observe slides under a light microscope, estimate cell size and make biological drawings.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Assess practical checklist, drawing rubric, cell-size calculation, and safe handling.	Most learners were able to create, perform or present the practised art skill with observable control, expression and confidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: preparation of temporary slides and estimation of cell size during microscopy. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
8	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Cell Structure and Specialisation: plant and animal cell structure, electron microscope cell features and functions.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners observe charts, micrographs or digital images, identify organelles, compare plant and animal cells, and relate cell structures to functions.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Use labelled diagrams, micrograph interpretation, comparison table, and oral responses.	Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: plant and animal cell structure, electron microscope cell features and functions. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
9	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Cell Structure and Specialisation: specialised cells in plants and animals and adaptations to their functions.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners study examples of specialised cells, match adaptations to functions, and explain how specialisation supports life processes in organisms.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Assess matching task, learner explanation, diagram evidence, and peer feedback.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: specialised cells in plants and animals and adaptations to their functions. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
10	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Chemicals of life: major chemical substances in living organisms and their biological importance.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners discuss water, mineral salts, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids, and relate each chemical to cell and body functions.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Use concept map, short quiz, oral questioning, and portfolio notes.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Chemicals of life: major chemical substances in living organisms and their biological importance. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
11	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Chemicals of life: food tests, enzymes, enzyme action and factors affecting enzyme activity.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners carry out safe tests for selected food substances, investigate enzyme activity where resources allow, record observations and interpret results.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Assess practical report, safety compliance, result interpretation, and graph or table evidence.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Chemicals of life: food tests, enzymes, enzyme action and factors affecting enzyme activity. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
12	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	Integrated Cell Biology and Biodiversity task covering Biology careers, specimen preservation, microscopy, cell specialisation and chemicals of life.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners complete station activities, present specimen evidence, interpret micrographs, perform food-test tasks and compile portfolio evidence.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	Use integrated rubric, portfolio evidence, practical checklist, and remediation notes.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Integrated Cell Biology and Biodiversity task covering Biology careers, specimen preservation, microscopy, cell specialisation and chemicals of life. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.
13	1	Cell Biology and Biodiversity	End-term review, assessment, records of work, portfolio update, and preparation for Anatomy and Physiology of Plants.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.	Learners revise Term 1 sub-strands, correct weak areas, complete assessment, update portfolios and set Term 2 targets.	How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?	Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.	File marks, learner support notes, corrected work, and teacher reflection.	Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on End-term review, assessment, records of work, portfolio update, and preparation for Anatomy and Physiology of Plants. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

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Sub-strand

Lesson Learning Outcomes

Learning Experiences

Key Inquiry Question(s)

Learning Resources

Assessment Methods

Reflection

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Introduction to Biology: application of Biology in everyday life, fields of study in Biology, and careers related to Biology.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners search for information on Biology applications, relate fields such as Botany, Zoology, Taxonomy, Anatomy, Physiology, Ecology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Genetics, Parasitology, Microbiology and Entomology to careers, and design a career wheel.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Use career-wheel rubric, oral questioning, learner notes, and safe use of print or digital sources.

Most learners were able to create, perform or present the practised art skill with observable control, expression and confidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Introduction to Biology: application of Biology in everyday life, fields of study in Biology, and careers related to Biology. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Introduction to Biology: factors influencing career choices and fair access to Biology-related careers.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners discuss factors such as interest and ability, identify factors that should not limit career choice such as gender, culture, disability, environment and stereotypes, and interact with a resource person where possible.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Assess group discussion, career reflection, values evidence, and learner participation.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Introduction to Biology: factors influencing career choices and fair access to Biology-related careers. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Specimen Collection and Preservation: apparatus and materials for collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners identify apparatus such as pooter or aspirator, pitfall trap, sweep net, forceps, hand lens, labels, gloves and collecting bags, then improvise apparatus from locally available materials.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Assess apparatus identification, improvised tool quality, safety, and correct biological vocabulary.

Most learners were able to collect force-extension data, plot or interpret the pattern, and describe the behaviour of the spring within the elastic limit. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Specimen Collection and Preservation: apparatus and materials for collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Specimen Collection and Preservation: collecting, processing and preserving specimens for biological studies.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners collect safe specimens, observe road-crossing and field safety rules, process specimens, make a herbarium by pressing, drying, mounting and labelling, and keep collection records.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Use collection record, herbarium rubric, safety checklist, and teacher observation.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Specimen Collection and Preservation: collecting, processing and preserving specimens for biological studies. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Specimen Collection and Preservation project: planning, collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners plan a small specimen project, select ethical and safe collection methods, document procedures, and present preserved specimens or photographs where direct collection is unsuitable.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Assess project plan, portfolio evidence, presentation, ethical practice, and care for biodiversity.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Specimen Collection and Preservation project: planning, collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Cell Structure and Specialisation: light and electron microscopes, resolution, magnification and cell study.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners compare light and electron microscopes, discuss resolution and magnification, and explain the role of microscopy in studying cell structure.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Use comparison table, oral questioning, microscope-handling checklist, and learner notes.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: light and electron microscopes, resolution, magnification and cell study. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Cell Structure and Specialisation: preparation of temporary slides and estimation of cell size during microscopy.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners practise sectioning, staining, mounting and fixation using safe plant materials, observe slides under a light microscope, estimate cell size and make biological drawings.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Assess practical checklist, drawing rubric, cell-size calculation, and safe handling.

Most learners were able to create, perform or present the practised art skill with observable control, expression and confidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: preparation of temporary slides and estimation of cell size during microscopy. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Cell Structure and Specialisation: plant and animal cell structure, electron microscope cell features and functions.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners observe charts, micrographs or digital images, identify organelles, compare plant and animal cells, and relate cell structures to functions.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Use labelled diagrams, micrograph interpretation, comparison table, and oral responses.

Most learners were able to use digital tools correctly and type or enter data with improving speed and accuracy, for example typing about 40 words per minute where keyboard practice was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: plant and animal cell structure, electron microscope cell features and functions. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Cell Structure and Specialisation: specialised cells in plants and animals and adaptations to their functions.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners study examples of specialised cells, match adaptations to functions, and explain how specialisation supports life processes in organisms.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Assess matching task, learner explanation, diagram evidence, and peer feedback.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cell Structure and Specialisation: specialised cells in plants and animals and adaptations to their functions. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Chemicals of life: major chemical substances in living organisms and their biological importance.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners discuss water, mineral salts, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids, and relate each chemical to cell and body functions.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Use concept map, short quiz, oral questioning, and portfolio notes.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Chemicals of life: major chemical substances in living organisms and their biological importance. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Chemicals of life: food tests, enzymes, enzyme action and factors affecting enzyme activity.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners carry out safe tests for selected food substances, investigate enzyme activity where resources allow, record observations and interpret results.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Assess practical report, safety compliance, result interpretation, and graph or table evidence.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Chemicals of life: food tests, enzymes, enzyme action and factors affecting enzyme activity. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

Integrated Cell Biology and Biodiversity task covering Biology careers, specimen preservation, microscopy, cell specialisation and chemicals of life.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners complete station activities, present specimen evidence, interpret micrographs, perform food-test tasks and compile portfolio evidence.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

Use integrated rubric, portfolio evidence, practical checklist, and remediation notes.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Integrated Cell Biology and Biodiversity task covering Biology careers, specimen preservation, microscopy, cell specialisation and chemicals of life. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Cell Biology and Biodiversity

End-term review, assessment, records of work, portfolio update, and preparation for Anatomy and Physiology of Plants.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.

Learners revise Term 1 sub-strands, correct weak areas, complete assessment, update portfolios and set Term 2 targets.

How can you apply Biology learning from Cell Biology and Biodiversity in real-life contexts?

Official KICD Grade 10 Senior School curriculum design, approved course materials, locally available resources, digital resources, charts, models, tools, and learner portfolios.

File marks, learner support notes, corrected work, and teacher reflection.

Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on End-term review, assessment, records of work, portfolio update, and preparation for Anatomy and Physiology of Plants. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

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Week 1 , Lesson 1

Strand: Cell Biology and Biodiversity
Sub-strand: Introduction to Biology: application of Biology in everyday life, fields of study in Biology, and careers related to Biology.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.
Reflection: Most learners were able to create, perform or present the practised art skill with observable control, expression and confidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Introduction to Biology: application of Biology in everyday life, fields of study in Biology, and careers related to Biology. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Week 2 , Lesson 1

Strand: Cell Biology and Biodiversity
Sub-strand: Introduction to Biology: factors influencing career choices and fair access to Biology-related careers.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.
Reflection: Most learners were able to observe, investigate and explain the concept using evidence from the activity or experiment. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Introduction to Biology: factors influencing career choices and fair access to Biology-related careers. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.

Week 3 , Lesson 1

Strand: Cell Biology and Biodiversity
Sub-strand: Specimen Collection and Preservation: apparatus and materials for collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 10 Biology understanding, skills, values, and reflection related to Cell Biology and Biodiversity.
Reflection: Most learners were able to collect force-extension data, plot or interpret the pattern, and describe the behaviour of the spring within the elastic limit. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Specimen Collection and Preservation: apparatus and materials for collecting, processing and preserving biological specimens. Enrichment will give faster learners an extended task or real-life application using the available lesson resources. Next step: plan remediation or proceed based on the observed learner evidence.