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Basic 8 Mathematics Term 3 Week 7 Lesson Plan

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Week 7: Lesson Plan
Subject: Mathematics
Class: Basic 8
Topic: Surface Area of Prisms
Strand: Geometry and MeasurementSub-strand: Surface Area of Prisms
Indicator (code): B8.3.3.1.1Content Std (code): B8.3.3.1 Demonstrate understanding of the surface area of prisms (cuboids and cylinders)
Performance Indicator: Learners can calculate the surface area of a cuboidCore Competencies: CP5.1: CC8.1
T.L.R.(s): Cardboard boxes (cuboids), scissors, rulers
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Recap previous knowledge about Surface Area of Prisms. Quick brainstorm: What do you already know about Surface Area of Prisms? Introduction to today's objectives regarding Surface Area of Prisms. Mental drill or quick quiz related to Surface Area of Prisms.
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
Open a cardboard box to create its net and identify the six rectangular faces. Recognize that opposite faces of the box are equal. Derive and discuss the formula for total surface area: 2(lw + lh + wh). Measure box dimensions and calculate the total surface area.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Summarize what we learned today about Surface Area of Prisms. Oral assessment: Answer key questions on Surface Area of Prisms. Learners share one new thing they found out about Surface Area of Prisms. Check for understanding and wrap up the week on Surface Area of Prisms.

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