Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Store Keeping - Components Of Store Keeping

### Lesson Plan: Components of Store Keeping #### Subject: Store Keeping #### Grade: Senior Secondary 1 #### Duration: 45 Minutes #### Topic: Components of Store Keeping --- #### Learning Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students should be able to: 1. Identify the key components of store keeping. 2. Explain the role of different components in effective store management. 3. Understand the significance of proper store keeping on business operations. --- #### Materials Needed: - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and screen - Printed handouts (Components of Store Keeping) - Sample inventory sheets - Pens/Pencils - Notebook --- #### Lesson Structure: ##### Introduction (5 minutes): - **Welcome and Attendance:** Greet students and take attendance. - **Objective Review:** Outline the objectives of the lesson. - **Icebreaker/Engagement:** Ask students to think about stores they have visited and what they noticed about how items are kept and managed. ##### Direct Instruction (15 minutes): - **Presentation:** - **Definition and Importance** of Store Keeping. - **Key Components** of Store Keeping: 1. **Inventory Management:** - Types of inventory - Stock levels and turnover - Inventory control methods 2. **Store Layout and Space Utilization:** - Efficient layout for easy access - Importance of organization 3. **Record Keeping:** - Manual vs. electronic records - Importance of accurate records 4. **Security Measures:** - Preventing theft and pilferage - Surveillance systems 5. **Staff Management:** - Roles and responsibilities - Training and development 6. **Customer Service:** - Importance of good customer service - Handling customer inquiries and complaints ##### Guided Practice (10 minutes): - **Group Activity:** - Divide the class into small groups. - Provide each group with a sample store layout and inventory sheet. - Ask them to identify potential problems and suggest improvements based on the components discussed. ##### Independent Practice (10 minutes): - **Scenario-Based Task:** - Provide students with a real-life scenario requiring them to apply the knowledge of store keeping components. For example, "You are the new storekeeper at a busy retail store. How would you organize the store and manage the inventory?" - Students will write a brief plan or strategy in their notebooks. ##### Assessment and Review (5 minutes): - **Q&A Session:** - Review key points from the lesson. - Ask students questions to assess their understanding. - **Exit Ticket:** - Have each student write down one component of store keeping and one reason why it is important. --- #### Homework Assignment: - **Reading Assignment:** - Read a chapter from the textbook on store organization and inventory management. - **Reflection Journal:** - Write a one-page reflection on how proper store keeping can impact a business's success. --- #### Wrap-Up: - **Summary:** - Summarize the main points covered. - **Next Lesson Preview:** - Briefly introduce the next lesson’s topic to pique interest. --- #### Notes: - Ensure that all materials are prepared beforehand. - Be available for questions and clarification during group activities. - Provide feedback on the exit tickets and homework in the next class. #### Support for Diverse Learners: - Use visual aids and practical examples for visual and kinesthetic learners. - Provide additional reading material or tutor support for students who may need extra help. - Offer extension activities for advanced learners. --- This lesson plan aims to engage students using a mix of instructional methods and practical activities to solidify their understanding of the components of store keeping.