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Social Studies and Career Development |
Pathway Choices: factors and Senior School social sciences pathway requirements. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Pathway Choices: factors and Senior School social sciences pathway requirements.. |
Learners brainstorm career paths, engage a resource person, examine pathway requirements and create charts or posters on pathway choices. |
Why is it important to learn about career paths? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Assess pathway chart, poster, oral responses and learner journal. |
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 Pathway Choices: factors and Senior School social sciences pathway requirements. 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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Social Studies and Career Development |
Pre-career Support Systems: careers, mentorship, chaplaincy, welfare, alumni and wellness. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Pre-career Support Systems: careers, mentorship, chaplaincy, welfare, alumni and wellness.. |
Learners search for support systems, engage resource persons, brainstorm effective use and consult appropriate offices or persons in the community. |
Why does one need support system in life?
How can I use my support system effectively? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Use support-system map, oral presentation, reflection journal and teacher conference. |
Most learners were able to explain the key idea and relate it to responsible citizenship, community life or historical evidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Pre-career Support Systems: careers, mentorship, chaplaincy, welfare, alumni and wellness. 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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Community Service-Learning |
Community Service-Learning Project: identifying a community problem. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Community Service-Learning Project: identifying a community problem.. |
Learners brainstorm class, school or community problems, select one problem and write a clear problem statement. |
Why does one need a well thought out solution to a community problem? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Assess problem statement, group notes, participation checklist and teacher feedback. |
Most learners were able to explain the key idea and relate it to responsible citizenship, community life or historical evidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Community Service-Learning Project: identifying a community problem. 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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Community Service-Learning |
Community Service-Learning Project: designing and planning a solution. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Community Service-Learning Project: designing and planning a solution.. |
Learners research possible solutions, agree on an appropriate way forward, plan implementation steps, roles, resources and timelines. |
How can a community problem be solved through planning? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Use project plan rubric, role allocation, resource list and oral questioning. |
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 Community Service-Learning Project: designing and planning a solution. 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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Community Service-Learning |
Community Service-Learning Project: implementation, reflection and report writing. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Community Service-Learning Project: implementation, reflection and report writing.. |
Learners implement the plan, document progress, reflect on the project and write a summary report or account. |
Why is reflection important in a project execution process? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Assess project evidence, report, reflection and teamwork. |
Most learners were able to listen, speak, read or write using the target vocabulary, structures and communication skill for the lesson. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Community Service-Learning Project: implementation, reflection and report writing. 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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People and Relationships |
Socio-Economic Practices of Early Humans: Stone Age practices in Africa. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Socio-Economic Practices of Early Humans: Stone Age practices in Africa.. |
Learners research early, middle and late Stone Age socio-economic practices, brainstorm findings and debate relevance to modern society. |
How do socio-economic practices of early humans impact on the modern society? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Assess research notes, debate, oral responses and written summary. |
Most learners were able to explain the key idea and relate it to responsible citizenship, community life or historical evidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Socio-Economic Practices of Early Humans: Stone Age practices in Africa. 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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People and Relationships |
Socio-Economic Practices of Early Humans: tools and Africa as birthplace of human technology. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Socio-Economic Practices of Early Humans: tools and Africa as birthplace of human technology.. |
Learners study digital or print resources on Stone Age tools, draw tools and engage a resource person on African human technology. |
How did tools influence the lives of early humans? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Use drawings, tool chart, discussion notes and exit ticket. |
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 Socio-Economic Practices of Early Humans: tools and Africa as birthplace of human technology. 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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People and Relationships |
Indigenous Knowledge Systems in African Societies: types and uses. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Indigenous Knowledge Systems in African Societies: types and uses.. |
Learners brainstorm indigenous knowledge in agriculture, medicine, climate, technology, education, conservation, astronomy, religion and arts. |
How does indigenous knowledge influence on the modern society? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Assess brainstorm chart, oral presentation and notebook work. |
Most learners were able to listen, speak, read or write using the target vocabulary, structures and communication skill for the lesson. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Indigenous Knowledge Systems in African Societies: types and uses. 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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People and Relationships |
Indigenous Knowledge Systems: sustainability and decision making. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Indigenous Knowledge Systems: sustainability and decision making.. |
Learners research traditional uses of indigenous knowledge, compare with modern systems and devise ways to use both for decision making. |
How can indigenous and modern knowledge systems support decision making? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Use comparison table, presentation and learner reflection. |
Most learners were able to listen, speak, read or write using the target vocabulary, structures and communication skill for the lesson. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Indigenous Knowledge Systems: sustainability and decision making. 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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People and Relationships |
Poverty Reduction: causes and effects of overexploitation of natural resources. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Poverty Reduction: causes and effects of overexploitation of natural resources.. |
Learners brainstorm causes of poverty, discuss resource overexploitation and watch or read cases on poverty reduction. |
What are the measures taken by African governments to reduce poverty? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Assess cause-effect chart, report, oral responses and group notes. |
Most learners were able to explain the key idea and relate it to responsible citizenship, community life or historical evidence. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Poverty Reduction: causes and effects of overexploitation of natural resources. 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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People and Relationships |
Poverty Reduction: creative thinking and sustainable resource use. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Poverty Reduction: creative thinking and sustainable resource use.. |
Learners illustrate problem-solving skills, explore home-grown solutions, compose songs or poems and create posters on sustainable resource use. |
How does prudent utilization of resources help to reduce poverty in the society? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Use poster rubric, presentation, song/poem and 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 Poverty Reduction: creative thinking and sustainable resource use. 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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People and Relationships |
Population Structure: sources of population data and factors in Kenya and Germany. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Population Structure: sources of population data and factors in Kenya and Germany.. |
Learners brainstorm population data sources, engage a resource person and research factors determining population structure in Kenya and Germany. |
Why is population structure of a country important? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
Assess research notes, oral presentation and class discussion. |
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 Population Structure: sources of population data and factors in Kenya and Germany. 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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Social Studies Skills |
Term 1 review and assessment on careers, CSL, early humans, indigenous knowledge, poverty and population. |
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to demonstrate Grade 9 Social Studies knowledge, skills, values and reflection related to Term 1 review and assessment on careers, CSL, early humans, indigenous knowledge, poverty and population.. |
Learners revise Term 1 sub-strands, complete integrated assessment, organise portfolios and identify remediation needs. |
How can Social Studies help us understand people and society? |
KICD Grade 9 Social Studies curriculum design, maps, atlas, charts, digital resources, print materials, resource persons, case studies, posters, documentaries and learner portfolios. |
File marks, corrected work, portfolio evidence and teacher reflection. |
Most learners were able to listen, speak, read or write using the target vocabulary, structures and communication skill for the lesson. Support will focus on learners who need more practice on Term 1 review and assessment on careers, CSL, early humans, indigenous knowledge, poverty and population. 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. |