Scheme of work forms the basis or guidelines for teaching and learning process in any academic institution.
Scheme of work provides clear direction for both teachers and students in tackling a wide range of subject like Mathematics subject.
In this post, we shall bring you Mathematics Scheme of work for Junior Secondary School in Nigeria, comprising first term, second term and third term respectively.
Here is an example of a Mathematics scheme of work for Junior Secondary Schools in Nigeria:
First Term
Week 1: Introduction to Mathematics
- Definition of Mathematics
- History of Mathematics
- Importance of Mathematics
Week 2: Numeration System
- Numeration systems
- Place value system
- Conversion of numbers
Week 3: Whole Numbers
- Basic operations
- Properties of operations
- Word problems
Week 4: Fractions and Decimals
- Introduction to fractions
- Operations with fractions
- Introduction to decimals
- Operations with decimals
Week 5: Ratio and Proportion
- Introduction to ratio
- Ratio as a fraction
- Simplification of ratios
- Introduction to proportion
- Solving proportion problems
Week 6: Percentages
- Introduction to percentages
- Conversion between percentages and fractions/decimals
- Finding percentages of quantities
Second Term
Week 1: Algebraic Expressions
- Introduction to algebraic expressions
- Like and unlike terms
- Simplification of algebraic expressions
Week 2: Linear Equations
- Introduction to equations
- Solving linear equations
- Word problems
Week 3: Angles
- Types of angles
- Measuring angles
- Angle relationships
Week 4: Triangles
- Types of triangles
- Properties of triangles
- Construction of triangles
Week 5: Congruence and Similarity
- Congruent figures
- Criteria for congruence
- Similar figures
- Criteria for similarity
Week 6: Mensuration
- Perimeter and area
- Surface area and volume
- Word problems
Third Term
Week 1: Data Handling
- Collection and presentation of data
- Measures of central tendency
- Measures of dispersion
Week 2: Probability
- Introduction to probability
- Simple probability
- Probability of compound events
Week 3: Sets
- Introduction to sets
- Types of sets
- Operations on sets
Week 4: Functions
- Introduction to functions
- Domain and range
- Graphs of functions
Week 5: Trigonometry
- Introduction to trigonometry
- Trigonometric ratios
- Solving problems involving triangles
Week 6: Review and Assessment
- Revision of all topics
- Assessment
In summary, this scheme of work covers the major topics in Mathematics for Junior secondary schools in Nigeria and is designed to be covered within a period of three terms.
It is important to note that teachers should aim to make the teaching and learning experience engaging and interactive for students. In addition, teachers who want to prepare their lesson notes and students who on their own, prefer to study ahead of this subject should see the information provided here very informative.
It is also very important to note that this sample scheme of work can be modified based on the specific needs and requirements of the school or students. The topics and subtopics can be rearranged depending on the pace of the class and the teacher’s discretion.