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UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING
CURRICULUM AND TEACHING SYLLABUS FOR DIPLOMA IN
SECONDARY EDUCATION
2009
© Ministry of Education and Vocational Training, 2009
All rights reserved. No part of this syllabus may be reproduced, reported, stored in any
retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or otherwise without the prior permission of the Tanzania
Institute of Education.
Designed and prepared by
Tanzania Institute of Education
P.O. Box 35094
Dar-es-Salaam
Tanzania
Tel: +255 222 773006, 2774420
Fax: +255 222 774420
E-mail: [email protected]
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DECLARATION
Secondary Education Diploma is a two years course which has been designed to prepare
professional teachers who will teach at ordinary level secondary schools. A student
teacher will be recognized as a teacher when he/she successfully completes a secondary
education diploma course for two years within which he/she successfully performed and
pass teaching practice.
This document is hereby declared as the Syllabus of Curriculum and Teaching for
Secondary Education Diploma course of 2009.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Introduction ………………………………………………….……….……..…. iv
Subject Description …………………………………………………………....... iv
Subject Rationale ………………………..……………………………………… iv
Goals of the Subject …………………….………………………………………. v
Subject Objectives …………………….………………………………….…..… v
Subject Competences ……………………......................................................….. v
Organization of the syllabus ……………………………………………..…....... vi
Assessment of the course …………….………………………………..………..... vi
COURSE CONTENT
1.0 CURRICULUM THEORY ............................................................................ 1
1.1 The Concept of Curriculum …………………………..………………….… 1
1.2 The Types of Curricula ………………………………..……………….…… 1
2.0 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT ……………………..…………………. 2
2.1 The Concept of Curriculum Development ………………….……………... 2
2.2 Curriculum Development Process …………………………..……………… 3
2.3 Aims, Goals and Objectives ………………………………..……………… 4
2.4. Curriculum Content …………………………………………….………….... 4
2.5 Curriculum Evaluation ……………………………………..……………… 5
2.6 Curriculum Change and Innovations ……………………….……..……….. 6
3.0 TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS ………………….………… 7
3.1 The Syllabus. ……………………………..………………………..………….. 7
3.2 The Teachers’ Guide ………………………………………….…………….. 7
3.3 The Textbook ……………………………………………...………………..... 8
3.4 Supplementary Curriculum Materials ……………………..………………… 9
3.5 Instructional Media ………….………………………………..…………….. 9
4.0 TEACHING AND LEARNING APPROACHES ………………….…….. 10
4.1 The Concept of Teaching and Learning ………………………..……………. 10
4.2 Methods, Strategies and Techniques of Teaching ……………………………. 11
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4.3 Classroom Management and Organization …………………………………… 12
5.0 PLANNING FOR TEACHING …………………………………………… 13
5.1 The Scheme of Work ………………………………………………..……....... 13
5.2 Lesson Plan ………………………………………………………………........ 14
5.3 Lesson Notes ………………..…………………………………….……..…… 15
5.4 Making and Improvisation of Teaching and Learning Aids …………………. 15
5.5 Log book ………………..…………………………………………..……….. 16
6.0 TEACHING PRACTICE …………………………………………………... 17
6.1 The Concept of Teaching Practice …………………………….……………. 17
6.2 Types of Teaching Practice ………………………………….…………….. 18
63. Preparation for teaching…………………………. …………..……..………… 18
6.4 Assessment and Moderation of Teaching Practice…………………………….
Reading List ………………………………………………………………..……. 20
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Introduction
Curriculum and Teaching is one of the four Educational Studies Subjects pursued by
student teachers at diploma level. The revised 2009 curriculum replaced the 2007
curriculum. All these curricula have balanced content with pedagogy placing emphases
on the following items:
a) Skills and competences to be developed in the student teachers.
b) Incorporation of cross cutting issues.
c) Use of participatory teaching methods, as well as the use of the variety of
assessment procedures.
The 2007 syllabus was prepared to cater for two tier system (one year college based and
one year school based) of conducting diploma course in Education. This syllabus is
prepared to cater for two years college based teacher education.
This syllabus includes proposed teaching and learning strategies, resources and
assessment procedures. Tutors are at liberty to engage in their own strategies, resources
and assessment techniques depending on the nature of the topics and the existing teaching
and learning situations. The syllabus is arranged in a linear form so as to give the tutors
an opportunity to be creative and innovative in planning and executing classroom
instruction effectively.
Subject Description
Curriculum and Teaching is a professional studies subject which is compulsory to all
diploma student teachers .This subject intents to develop student teachers’ understanding
and basic skills in analyzing, reflecting and applying curriculum and teaching principles.
In curriculum and teaching subject, the concept of curriculum is taken as a discipline of
study as well as the technicalities of curriculum implementation. As a discipline of study
it covers topics relating to curriculum theory and curriculum development process.
Subject Rationale
The curriculum and teaching syllabus was reviewed to meet current needs of educational
demands and the change of paradigm from content based curriculum to competence based
curriculum. It also encompasses the requirements of Secondary Education Development
Plan (SEDP) and Teachers Development Management Strategy (TDMS).
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The curriculum and teaching syllabus has been developed in order to expose student
teachers to the influencing theories and effective implementation of the technicalities,
thus developing competent and capable teachers for Tanzania Secondary Schools.
Goal of the Subject
The goal of this subject is to develop student teachers who are knowledgeable, skillful
and competent in planning, developing and implementing the curriculum for Ordinary
level secondary education
Objectives of the Subject
By the end of the two years course, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Use curriculum theory in the planning, developing and implementing school
curriculum;
b) Execute lessons appropriately and effectively;
c) Describe the standard characteristics of curriculum materials such as text books,
teachers guides, manuals, modules and other instructional materials for effective
teaching and learning process;
d) Use interactive teaching and learning strategies for effective teaching and learning
process;
e) Develop critical thinking in the teaching and learning process;
f) Integrate cross-cutting issues in the teaching and learning process;
Subject Competences
By the end of two years the student teacher is expected to be competent in:
a) Relating curriculum theories to classroom practices.
b) Planning and teaching using interactive teaching strategies/methods.
c) Organizing and managing classroom for effective teaching..
d) Selecting and improvising teaching and learning aids.
e) Integrating cross-cutting issues in the teaching and learning process.
f) Evaluating curriculum materials.
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Organisation of the Syllabus
This syllabus is organized in six topics and several subtopics. The topics of this course
are:
a) Curriculum Theory;
b) Curriculum Development;
c) Teaching and Learning Materials;
d) Teaching and Learning;
e) Planning for Teaching;
f) Teaching Practice.
The topics are all subdivided into several sub-topics. Each sub-topic has been aligned
with the related specific objectives, teaching/learning strategies and resources as well as
the assessment procedure.
Assessment of the Subject
Curriculum and teaching subject will be assessed through continuous assessment and
final examination. Continuous assessment will comprises of timed tests, portfolio, essay
writing, anecdotal records, projects, practical, seminar presentations and terminal
examinations.
The following is the analysis of continuous assessment procedures and weights:
Assessment procedures Frequency Assessment
weight
1. Terminal examinations 3 20%
2. Tests/Quizzes 4 10%
3. Portfolio 4 5%
4. Seminar
presentation/cooperative work
4 10%
5. Written report/project work 1 5%
Total 50%
In the preparation of tests and examinations, tutors are strongly advised to use tables of
specifications and rating scale for seminar presentations in collaboration. The tutor is
advised to have an addition rating scale.
At the end of the course student teachers shall sit for Final Examinations prepared by the
National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) which shall carry a weight of 50%
BTP will be assessed independently
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1. 0 CURRICULUM THEORY
1.1 The Concept of Curriculum
Estimated Time: 2 Hour
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the meaning of curriculum.
b) Describe the significance of curriculum.
c) Examine emerging issues and challenges on curriculum theory.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm, think ,pair, share on the meaning of curriculum
b) Library search on the significance of curriculum.
c) Group discussion and plenary presentations
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Relevant reference books/literature
b) Curriculum theory information on the internet.
c) Texts on curriculum from the library.
Assessment Procedure
a) Essay and quizzes on the meaning and significance of curriculum.
b) Exercises and timed tests on the meaning and significance of
curriculum.
c) Student portfolio assessment.
1.2 The Types of Curricula
Estimated Time: 3Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Differentiate formal curriculum, non- formal curriculum and hidden
curriculum;
b) Describe the characteristic features of each type of curriculum;
c) Analyze the application of each type of curriculum;
d) Discuss the advantages and limitations of each type of curriculum;
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e) Specify similarities and differences between the three types of
curricula;
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Library assignment on the types of curricula.
b) Group discussions on the characteristic of each type of curriculum.
c) Gallery walks, on advantages and limitation of each type of
curriculum, similarities and differences.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Library texts on types of curriculum from the library.
b) Information on types of curriculum on the internet.
c) Textual materials
Assessment Procedure
a) Library assignment on types of curricula and their characteristics.
b) Quizzes, essays tests and examinations on application of each type,
advantages, limitations, outstanding similarities and differences
between the three types of curricula.
c) Anecdotal records to assess group interaction during group
discussion and gallery walk.
d) Tests and examinations.
2.0 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
2.1 The Concept of Curriculum Development.
Estimated Time: 2 Hour
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the meaning of curriculum development;
b) Describe the purpose of curriculum development.
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Teaching and Learning Strategies
Think pair share and presentation about the meaning and purpose of
curriculum development.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Relevant literature
b) Information on curriculum development on the internet.
c) Overhead Projector (OHP) and transparencies.
d) Power Point projector.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student Portfolios for critical comment and self-evaluation.
b) Exercises, quizzes and tests on the meaning and purpose of
curriculum development.
c) Tests and examinations.
2.2 Curriculum Development Process
Estimated Time: 4 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Analyse the curriculum development process.
b) Differentiate between linear and cyclic curriculum development
models.
c) Appraise the rationale for curriculum development models.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Library search on curriculum development process according to
Tyler, Taba, Wheeler and Kerr.
b) Group discussion and presentation on analysis of the curriculum
development process.
c) Plenary discussion of the differences between linear, interaction and
cyclic curriculum development models.
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Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Texts on curriculum development process from the library.
b) Information on curriculum development process on the internet.
c) Wall charts showing different curriculum models.
Assessment Procedure
a) Test on analyzes of curriculum development processes according to
Tyler, Taba, Wheeler and Kerr.
b) Essays on the differences between linear and cyclic curriculum
development models.
c) Library assignments on curriculum development processes.
2.3 Aims, Goals and Objectives
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Distinguish between curriculum aims, goals and objectives;
b) Differentiate instructional goals from objectives;
c) Describe the classification of instructional objectives;
d) Formulate instructional objectives for the three domains of learning.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm the distinction between curriculum aims, goals and
objectives.
b) Group discussion and presentation on the differences between
instructional goals and objectives.
c) Use jig saw to learn about Bloom’s taxonomy of learning objectives.
d) In small groups discussion and formulation of instructional
objectives for the three domains of learning.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Texts on curriculum aims, goals and objectives.
b) Information on curriculum aims, goals and objectives on the internet.
c) Over Head Projector and Power Point projector.
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Assessment Procedure
a) Student Portfolios on formulation of instructional objectives
b) Seminar presentations on the distinction between curriculum aims,
goals and objectives.
c) Quizzes on the difference between instructional goals and objectives.
d) Exercises
e) Tests and examinations.
2.4 Curriculum Content
Estimated Time: 2 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Identify sources of curriculum content;
b) Examine the criteria for selecting curriculum content.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Group discussion and presentation on the sources of curriculum content and
the criteria for selecting curriculum content.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Relevant references and library texts on sources of curriculum
content from the library.
b) Information on sources of curriculum content and criteria on
selecting curriculum content on the internet.
c) Overhead Projector and transparencies
d) Power Point Projector
Assessment Procedure
a) Written reports.
b) Timed tests and quizzes on the sources of curriculum content and
identification of the criteria for selecting curriculum content.
c) Anecdotal records to assess individual students.
d) Tests and examinations.
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2.5 Curriculum Evaluation
Estimated Time: 3 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Describe the concept of curriculum evaluation;
b) Analyze the purpose of curriculum evaluation;
c) Identify the types of curriculum evaluation.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm and discuss the concept and purpose of curriculum
evaluation.
b) Think pair and share on identification of the types of curriculum
evaluation.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Information on curriculum evaluation on the internet.
b) Texts on curriculum evaluation.
Assessment Procedure
a) Anecdotal records to assess individual participation.
b) Test and quizzes on concept, purpose and types of curriculum
evaluation.
c) Portfolio assessment for critical analysis and self reflection.
d) Tests and examinations.
2.6 Curriculum Change and Innovations
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Describe the concept of curriculum change and innovations
b) Distinguish curriculum change from curriculum innovations;
c) Identify incidences of curriculum change and innovations in
Tanzania;
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d) Analyse the factors influencing curriculum change and innovations
e) Examine the effects and responses of curriculum change.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm on the distinction of curriculum change from curriculum
innovations;
b) Plenary discussion;
c) Group discussion and presentation on incidences of curriculum
change and innovation in Tanzania;
d) Think pair share about the factors influencing curriculum change;
e) Group discussion and presentation on the effects and responses of
curriculum change;
Teaching and Learning Resources:
a) Texts with information on curriculum change and innovation from
the library.
b) Information on curriculum change and innovation on the internet.
Assessment Procedure
a) Tests, quizzes and examinations on distinguishing and analyzing
factors influencing curriculum change.
b) Student Portfolio assessment on examining the effects and responses
to curriculum change.
c) Project on the incidences of curriculum change and innovation in
Tanzania.
d) Tests and examinations.
3.0 TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS
3.1 The Syllabus
Estimated Time: 6 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the concept of a syllabus.
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b) Analyse the components of a syllabus.
c) Explain the significance of a syllabus as curriculum material.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Gallery walk and presentation on components of a syllabus.
b) Concept maps to present significance of a syllabus.
Teaching and Learning Resources
Syllabuses of different subjects.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student portfolios on written assignments based on this topic.
b) Tests and examinations on the concept, components and significance
of a syllabus, as well as differences between a syllabus and course
curriculum.
3.2 The Teachers Guide
Estimated Time: 5 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the concept of a teachers guide.
b) Evaluate the relevance of a teacher’s guide.
c) Analyse the major components of teachers guide.
d) Prepare a teachers guide (chapter)
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm using VIPP cards on the meaning and relevance of a
teacher’s guide.
b) Classroom/group discussions on the importance of teacher’s guide.
c) Jig saw to analyse the components of a teacher’s guide.
d) Library search and internet.
Teaching and Learning Resources
Teacher’s guides of different subjects.
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Assessment Procedure
a) Student Portfolio assessment.
b) Tests and quizzes on the concept, relevance and major components
of teacher’s guide.
c) Tests and examinations.
3.3 The Textbook
Estimated Time: 5 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the meaning and characteristics of a good textbook;
b) Describe the significance of a textbook as a curriculum material;
c) Outline the major components of a textbook.
d) Prepare chapter from a given subject.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Group discussions on the meaning and the characteristics of a
textbook.
b) Gallery walks on the main components of textbook.
Teaching and Learning Resources
Pupil’s textbook of different subjects.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student Portfolio
b) Tests, quizzes on the meaning, characteristics, significance and
components of a text book.
c) ExercisesTests and examinations.
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3.4 Supplementary Curriculum Materials
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the concept of supplementary curriculum materials;
b) Analyse the significance of supplementary curriculum materials in
the pupils’ learning;
c) Outline the different types of supplementary curriculum materials.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Think pair share among student teachers on the types of
supplementary curriculum materials and their significance.
b) Library search on the different types of supplementary curriculum
materials.
c) Plenary discussion on the different types of supplementary
curriculum materials.
Teaching and Learning Resources
Magazines, journals, pamphlets, modules and handbooks.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student portfolios assessment;
b) Quizzes, tests and written exercise.
c) Exercises, tests and examinations.
3.5 Instructional Media
Estimated Time: 6Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the meaning and significance of instructional media;
b) Classify the major types of instructional media and giving examples
in each category;
c) Outline the principles of using each instructional media;
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d) Appraise the importance of chalkboard as one of the common
instructional media;
e) Describe other types of instructional boards and their uses;
f) Improvise different types of instructional media.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Group discussion on meaning and functions of instructional media.
b) Jigsaw to clarify instructional media.
c) Plenary discussion on the types of instructional media and principles
of using each media.
d) Group discussion on the chalkboard as an instructional medium and
its importance.
e) Brainstorm using VIPP cards on the other types of instructional
boards.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Flip charts, VIPP cards, masking tapes, flip chart board and flannel
board.
b) Audio tapes, recorder, radio, television, computer over head
projector and multimedia.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student Portfolios on classification and improvisation of different
types of instructional media.
b) Projects on instructional media and their uses in classroom
instruction.
c) Tests, exercise and quizzes on instructional media and its use in
classroom instructions.
d) Test and examination.
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4. 0 TEACHING AND LEARNING
4.1 The Concept of Teaching
Estimated Time: 3 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the concept teaching and learning;
b) Distinguish teaching from learning;
c) Analyse the principles of effective teaching;
d) Describe the process of reflective teaching;
e) Explain how teaching facilitate learning.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Library/ internet search and debate on the meaning of teaching and
learning.
b) Group discuss on principles of effective teaching and process of
reflective teaching.
c) Watching video/films on teaching process and discussing with tutor.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Flip charts, masking tapes, VIPP cards of various shapes, diagram
showing different models of classroom interaction.
b) Video films on teaching.
c) Television.
Assessment Procedure
a) Quizzes, tests, and exercises.
b) Student portfolio assessment.
c) Exercises
d) Tests and examinations.
4.2 Methods, Strategies and Techniques of Teaching/Learning
Estimated Time: 6 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
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a) Differentiate methods, techniques and strategies of teaching.
b) Analyse teaching methods, strategies and techniques.
c) Describe the characteristics of the teaching techniques.
d) Examine the advantages and limitations of different teaching
techniques.
e) Explain different ways of teaching students with different special
learning needs.
f) Discuss criteria for selection of teaching/learning methods, strategies
and techniques.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm on the concept of teaching methods, techniques and
strategies.
b) Brainstorm, discovery/problem solving, jigsaw, think pair share, role
play, simulation, case study, guest speaker, value clarification,
c) Discussion, field work, question and answers, project, futures wheel,
debates, experimentation, concept mapping, song, lecture,
d) Demonstration, gallery walk, buzz, story telling, games/drama,
chalkboard notes and talk. (CBNT)
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) VIPP cards
b) Masking tapes
c) Multimedia and video
d) Overhead projector, PowerPoint projector and television set.
Assessment Procedure
a) Test, essay writing
b) Project on teaching/learning techniques
c) Student portfolio assessment
d) Tests and examinations.
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4.3 Classroom Management and Organization
Estimated Time: 3Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Plan for an effective use of teaching time;
b) Distinguish classroom management from classroom organization.
c) Explain the meaning and importance of classroom management and
organization.
d) Create a safe and stimulating environment to support learning.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Library/ internet search, the meaning and significance of planning for
an effective use of teaching time.
b) Observe and discuss difference classroom management and
classroom organization.
c) Group discuss on the factors which contribute to learner – friendly
classroom environment.
d) Demonstrations
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Wall charts showing classroom organization.
b) Information on classroom management and organization on the
internet.
Assessment Procedure
a) Observation of student teachers’ classroom management and
organization.
b) Essay, quizzes, and examinations on teaching time, classroom
management
c) Portfolio assessment on organization of plans for effective teaching in
creating safety for stimulating learning environment.
d) Tests and examinations.
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5.0 PLANNING FOR TEACHING
5.1 The Scheme of Work
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Describe concept of scheme of work;
b) Explain the main components of a scheme of work;
c) Explain the relationship between a scheme of work and a syllabus.
d) Write an example of a scheme of work of a given subject for a
month.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Library searching the meaning and significance of a scheme of work.
b) Internet search and think pair share on the main components of a
Scheme of Work.
c) Demonstrate the preparation of a scheme of work for a particular
subject for a period of one month.
d) Gallery walks to compare schemes of work done by different groups.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Syllabuses of selected O-level subjects.
b) Textbooks and teachers guides of different O-level subjects.
c) Flip charts, felt pens, flannel boards, masking tapes.
d) Models of scheme of work.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student portfolio assessment on written example of scheme of work.
b) Tests and exercises on concept and components of scheme of work.
c) Observation checklist on level of participation in discussions on the
relationship between scheme of work and a syllabus.
d) Tests and examinations.
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5.2 The Lesson Plan
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the concept of a lesson plan;
b) Describe the main components of a good lesson plan;
c) Analyze the relationship between a lesson plan and a scheme of
work;
d) Write a lesson plan for a forty or eighty minutes interactive lesson.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Library search on the meaning and significance of a Lesson Plan.
b) Group discussion on the main components of a lesson plan.
c) Prepare a lesson plan for 40 minute or 80 minutes lesson.
d) Gallery walks to study and compare lesson plans prepared by
different groups.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Examples of a good lesson plans drawn on flip charts.
b) Models of lesson plans.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student Portfolio assessment, exercises on lesson plans.
b) Quizzes and tests.
c) Individual assignment on preparation of lesson plan.
d) Tests and examination.
5.3 The Lesson Notes
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the meaning and significance of lesson notes;
b) Describe the main components of good lesson notes;
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c) Relate lesson notes to a lesson plan;
d) Write lesson notes for a forty or eighty minutes lesson in a specific
subject area.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm on the meaning and significance of lesson notes.
b) Think, pair, share on the main components of lesson notes.
c) Peer Teaching
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Standard lesson notes taken from books of educational
methodologies.
b) Wall chart showing the major stages of writing lesson notes.
Assessment Procedure
a) Direct observation on individual student level of participation.
b) Student Portfolio assessment on individual written lesson notes.
c) Tests, assignments, on meaning and components of lesson notes; and
relationship between lesson notes and a plan.
5.4 Making and Improvising Teaching/Learning Aids
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the significance of preparing and improvising
teaching/learning aids;
b) Analyse how teaching aids facilitate teaching and learning process.
c) Describe the importance of trying out teaching/learning aids before
going to teach.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Brainstorm and think pair and share on the meaning and significance
of making and improvising teaching and learning aids.
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b) Demonstrate how to make or improvise teaching and learning
materials for your subjects of specialization.
c) Case study to Teachers’ resource centers to learn about preparation,
improvisation, use and storage of teaching/learning aids.
d) Group discussion /plenary presentation on the importance of pre-
testing teaching/learning aids.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Pieces of Styrofoam for making models.
b) Carpentry tools.
c) Nails and adhesives.
d) Metal plates, bottles, plastic containers, cardboards, manila sheets,
Assessment Procedure
a) Quizzes, Timed essay, tests and exercises, on making and
improvising teaching /leaning aids.
b) Student portfolio assessment on teaching/Learning aids.
c) Tests and examinations.
5.5 Log book
Estimated Time: 2Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the concept of log-book;
b) Analyse the characteristics of a log-book;
c) Explain the significance of a log-book;
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Debate on the meaning and significance of a log-book in a
particular lesson.
b) Group discussion and plenary presentation on the main
characteristics of a log-book.
Teaching and Learning Resources
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a) Log-books of different subjects.
b) Information on logbooks in the library.
Assessment Procedure
a) Student portfolio assessment
b) Tests and individual assignment on meaning and significance of
logbooks.
6.0 TEACHING PRACTICE
6.1 The Concept of Teaching Practice
Estimated Time: 3 Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Describe the concept of teaching practice.
b) Appraise the significance and requirements of conducting teaching
practice.
c) Examine advantages and limitation of conducting teaching practice.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Group discussion on the meaning and significance of teaching
practice.
b) Library search on the requirements of conducting teaching practice.
c) Brainstorm the equipment needed to conduct teaching practice.
d) Group discussion on the advantages and limitations of conducting
teaching practice.
Teaching and Learning Resources
Texts on teaching practice from a library or internet.
Reports on Teaching practice.
Assessment Procedures
a) Observation checklist
b) Rating scale
c) Exercises
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d) Tests and examinations.
6.2 Types of Teaching Practice
Estimated Time: 4 hours
Specific objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Identify four types of teaching practice (block teaching practice,
single lesson teaching practice, microteaching and peer teaching).
b) Explain the significance of each of the types of teaching practice.
c) Outline the characteristics of each of the types of teaching practice.
d) Examine the advantage and limitations of each of the types of
teaching practice.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Group discussion of the concept of teaching practice and difference
between four types of teaching practice.
b) Library /internet search on the significance of four types of teaching
practice.
c) Think pair share on the characteristics of four types of teaching
practice.
d) Group discussion on the advantages and limitations of four types of
teaching practice.
Teaching and Learning Resources
Texts with information on types of teaching practice.
Charts showing the advantage and limitations of different four types of
teaching practice.
Assessment Procedure
a) Quizzes, tests, exercises
b) Seminar presentation on types of teaching practice
c) Student portfolio
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6.3 Preparation for teaching
Estimated Time: 4Hours
Specific Objectives
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Conduct Micro teaching practice.
b) Conduct single lesson teaching practice
c) Fill subject logbook
Teaching and learning strategies
a) Group discussion on procedure of conducting micro teaching
practice.
b) Group discussion on procedures of conducting lesson teaching
practice.
c) Demonstration on the process of filling subject logbook.
Teaching and learning Resources
a) Relevant textbook/literature.
b) Internet facilities.
Assessment Procedures
a) Student assessment Portfolio
b) Anecdotal records to assess single lesson teaching practice and micro
teaching practice.
c) Library assignment on preparation for micro teaching practice and
single lesson teaching practice.
6.4 Assessment and Moderation of Teaching Practice
Estimated Time: 3 hours
Specific Objective
By the end of this sub-topic, the student teacher should be able to:
a) Explain the concept of block teaching practice moderation.
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b) Describe strengths and weakness of block teaching practice (BTP)
assessment.
c) Appraise the significance of block teaching practice moderation.
d) Evaluate the strength and limitations of B.T.P.moderation.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
a) Library /internet search on strengths and weakness of assessment of
block teaching practice.
b) Group discussion on the significance of block teaching practice.
c) Brainstorm on strengths and limitations of B.T.P moderation.
Teaching and Learning Resources
a) Assessment forms for teaching practice.
b) Texts with information on assessing teaching practice and
moderation.
c) Internet search
Assessment Procedures
a) Rating scale on student teachers’ interaction.
b) Student teachers portfolio
c) Checklist observation
d) Tests and examinations.
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