Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) Scheme of Work

Wk.	Lsn	Strand	Sub-strand	Lesson Learning Outcomes	Learning Experiences	Key Inquiry Question(s)	Learning Resources	Assessment Methods	Reflection
1	1	Numbers	Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application..	Learners use number cards, games and temperature changes to carry out operations on integers and apply them in daily activities.	How do we carry out operations of integers in real life situations? How do we apply integers in daily activities?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Assess class activities, operation exercises, oral explanations and exit ticket.	Most learners were able to perform the practised movement skill safely, for example kicking the ball about 3 metres using the instep where ball control was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application. 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	Numbers	Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices..	Learners use stacks of cubes, mathematical tables and digital tools to determine cubes and cube roots and relate them to volume.	How do we work out the cubes of numbers? How do we work out the cube roots of numbers?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Use cube-root exercises, practical demonstration, table-reading task and learner reflection.	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 Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices. 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	Numbers	Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations..	Learners solve contextual problems involving cubes and cube roots and explain where they are applied in daily life.	Where do we apply cubes and cube roots in real life situations?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Assess problem-solving worksheet, group presentation and corrections.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations. 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	Numbers	Indices and Logarithms: index form, base and laws of indices.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Indices and Logarithms: index form, base and laws of indices..	Learners discuss indices, identify bases, generate laws of indices through multiplication and division and apply the laws.	How do we express numbers in powers?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Assess index exercises, board work, peer correction and short quiz.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Indices and Logarithms: index form, base and laws of indices. 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	Numbers	Indices and Logarithms: powers of 10 and common logarithms.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Indices and Logarithms: powers of 10 and common logarithms..	Learners relate powers of 10 to common logarithms and use mathematical tables or IT devices to work out common logarithms.	How are powers of 10 related to logarithms?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Use table-reading task, calculator/IT task and written responses.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Indices and Logarithms: powers of 10 and common logarithms. 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	Numbers	Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: ratio and proportional parts.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: ratio and proportional parts..	Learners divide quantities into proportional parts, compare ratios and use ratio methods to determine compound proportions.	What are proportions?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Assess ratio tasks, group work, oral questioning and correction.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: ratio and proportional parts. 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	Numbers	Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: rates of work.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: rates of work..	Learners solve rates-of-work problems, discuss speed of completing tasks and play IT-supported games involving rates.	Why do we work fast?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Use rates-of-work exercise, real-life scenarios and teacher observation.	Most learners were able to perform the practised movement skill safely, for example kicking the ball about 3 metres using the instep where ball control was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: rates of work. 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	Algebra	Matrices: meaning, order and position of elements.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Matrices: meaning, order and position of elements..	Learners discuss tables such as league tables, travel schedules and shopping lists, arrange items in rows and columns and state matrix order.	How do we use matrices in real life situations?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Assess matrix representation, order identification and oral explanation.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Matrices: meaning, order and position of elements. 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	Algebra	Matrices: compatibility, addition and subtraction.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Matrices: compatibility, addition and subtraction..	Learners identify matrices with the same order, add and subtract compatible matrices and explain row-column meaning.	How do matrix rows and columns help us organise information?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Use matrix exercises, peer review and short quiz.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Matrices: compatibility, addition and subtraction. 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	Algebra	Equations of a Straight Line: gradient and equation from points.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Equations of a Straight Line: gradient and equation from points..	Learners discuss steepness, use ladders, stairs or hills to model gradient and determine equations from two points or a point and gradient.	How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Assess gradient tasks, equation work, oral responses and graph notes.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Equations of a Straight Line: gradient and equation from points. 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	Algebra	Equations of a Straight Line: y = mx + c, intercepts and interpretation.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Equations of a Straight Line: y = mx + c, intercepts and interpretation..	Learners rewrite equations in y = mx + c form, identify constants and variables, work out x and y intercepts and interpret meaning.	How can an equation of a straight line describe a real situation?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Use equation exercises, intercept task and learner explanation.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Equations of a Straight Line: y = mx + c, intercepts and interpretation. 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	Algebra	Linear Inequalities: inequalities in one and two unknowns.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Linear Inequalities: inequalities in one and two unknowns..	Learners form inequality statements, generate tables of values and represent linear inequalities graphically using graphing tools where possible.	How do we represent linear inequalities in graphs? How do we use linear inequalities in real life situations?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	Assess graph work, inequality solutions, region shading and short quiz.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Linear Inequalities: inequalities in one and two unknowns. 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	Mathematics Skills	Term 1 review and assessment on numbers and algebra.	By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Term 1 review and assessment on numbers and algebra..	Learners revise integers, cubes, indices, proportions, matrices, straight lines and inequalities through mixed tasks and corrections.	How can number and algebra skills help us solve everyday problems?	KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.	File marks, corrected work, portfolio evidence and teacher reflection.	Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Term 1 review and assessment on numbers and algebra. 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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Lesson Learning Outcomes

Learning Experiences

Key Inquiry Question(s)

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Assessment Methods

Reflection

Numbers

Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application..

Learners use number cards, games and temperature changes to carry out operations on integers and apply them in daily activities.

How do we carry out operations of integers in real life situations? How do we apply integers in daily activities?

KICD Grade 9 Mathematics curriculum design, number cards, charts, mathematical tables, calculators, IT devices, graph books, rulers, compasses, protractors, models, maps, globes and learner portfolios.

Assess class activities, operation exercises, oral explanations and exit ticket.

Most learners were able to perform the practised movement skill safely, for example kicking the ball about 3 metres using the instep where ball control was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application. 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.

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices..

Learners use stacks of cubes, mathematical tables and digital tools to determine cubes and cube roots and relate them to volume.

How do we work out the cubes of numbers? How do we work out the cube roots of numbers?

Use cube-root exercises, practical demonstration, table-reading task and learner reflection.

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 Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices. 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.

Numbers

Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations..

Learners solve contextual problems involving cubes and cube roots and explain where they are applied in daily life.

Where do we apply cubes and cube roots in real life situations?

Assess problem-solving worksheet, group presentation and corrections.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations. 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.

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms: index form, base and laws of indices.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Indices and Logarithms: index form, base and laws of indices..

Learners discuss indices, identify bases, generate laws of indices through multiplication and division and apply the laws.

How do we express numbers in powers?

Assess index exercises, board work, peer correction and short quiz.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Indices and Logarithms: index form, base and laws of indices. 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.

Numbers

Indices and Logarithms: powers of 10 and common logarithms.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Indices and Logarithms: powers of 10 and common logarithms..

Learners relate powers of 10 to common logarithms and use mathematical tables or IT devices to work out common logarithms.

How are powers of 10 related to logarithms?

Use table-reading task, calculator/IT task and written responses.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Indices and Logarithms: powers of 10 and common logarithms. 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.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: ratio and proportional parts.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: ratio and proportional parts..

Learners divide quantities into proportional parts, compare ratios and use ratio methods to determine compound proportions.

What are proportions?

Assess ratio tasks, group work, oral questioning and correction.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: ratio and proportional parts. 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.

Numbers

Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: rates of work.

Learners solve rates-of-work problems, discuss speed of completing tasks and play IT-supported games involving rates.

Why do we work fast?

Use rates-of-work exercise, real-life scenarios and teacher observation.

Most learners were able to perform the practised movement skill safely, for example kicking the ball about 3 metres using the instep where ball control was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Compound Proportions and Rates of Work: rates of work. 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.

Algebra

Matrices: meaning, order and position of elements.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Matrices: meaning, order and position of elements..

Learners discuss tables such as league tables, travel schedules and shopping lists, arrange items in rows and columns and state matrix order.

How do we use matrices in real life situations?

Assess matrix representation, order identification and oral explanation.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Matrices: meaning, order and position of elements. 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.

Algebra

Matrices: compatibility, addition and subtraction.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Matrices: compatibility, addition and subtraction..

Learners identify matrices with the same order, add and subtract compatible matrices and explain row-column meaning.

How do matrix rows and columns help us organise information?

Use matrix exercises, peer review and short quiz.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Matrices: compatibility, addition and subtraction. 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.

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line: gradient and equation from points.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Equations of a Straight Line: gradient and equation from points..

Learners discuss steepness, use ladders, stairs or hills to model gradient and determine equations from two points or a point and gradient.

How do we use gradient or steepness in our daily activities?

Assess gradient tasks, equation work, oral responses and graph notes.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Equations of a Straight Line: gradient and equation from points. 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.

Algebra

Equations of a Straight Line: y = mx + c, intercepts and interpretation.

Learners rewrite equations in y = mx + c form, identify constants and variables, work out x and y intercepts and interpret meaning.

How can an equation of a straight line describe a real situation?

Use equation exercises, intercept task and learner explanation.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Equations of a Straight Line: y = mx + c, intercepts and interpretation. 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.

Algebra

Linear Inequalities: inequalities in one and two unknowns.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Linear Inequalities: inequalities in one and two unknowns..

Learners form inequality statements, generate tables of values and represent linear inequalities graphically using graphing tools where possible.

How do we represent linear inequalities in graphs? How do we use linear inequalities in real life situations?

Assess graph work, inequality solutions, region shading and short quiz.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Linear Inequalities: inequalities in one and two unknowns. 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.

Mathematics Skills

Term 1 review and assessment on numbers and algebra.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Term 1 review and assessment on numbers and algebra..

Learners revise integers, cubes, indices, proportions, matrices, straight lines and inequalities through mixed tasks and corrections.

How can number and algebra skills help us solve everyday problems?

File marks, corrected work, portfolio evidence and teacher reflection.

Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Term 1 review and assessment on numbers and algebra. 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: Numbers
Sub-strand: Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application..
Reflection: Most learners were able to perform the practised movement skill safely, for example kicking the ball about 3 metres using the instep where ball control was involved. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Integers: basic operations, combined operations and real-life application. 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: Numbers
Sub-strand: Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices..
Reflection: 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 Cubes and Cube Roots: cubes, cube roots, tables and IT devices. 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: Numbers
Sub-strand: Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations.
Learning Outcome: By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Mathematics (Grade 9) knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations..
Reflection: Most learners were able to solve the set problems using the correct method and explain the steps followed. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Cubes and Cube Roots: application in real-life situations. 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.