Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 1 - Store Keeping - Welcome Test/introduction To Requisitioning

### Lesson Plan: Storekeeping - "Welcome Test/Introduction to Requisitioning" #### Grade Level: Senior Secondary 1 #### Duration: 80 minutes #### Subject: Storekeeping #### Topic: Welcome Test/Introduction to Requisitioning --- #### Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the purpose and importance of requisitioning in storekeeping. 2. Identify the different types of requisition forms used in storekeeping. 3. Comprehend the process and best practices for requisitioning items in a store environment. 4. Participate in a diagnostic welcome test to assess their initial understanding and knowledge of storekeeping concepts. #### Materials: - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and screen - Copies of the welcome test - Sample requisition forms - PowerPoint presentation on requisitioning - Pen and paper for students --- ### Lesson Outline: #### 1. Warm-up/Introduction (10 minutes) - Begin with an introduction and warm welcome to the class. - Brief overview of the storekeeping subject and its relevance in various industries. - Icebreaker activity: Quick round of introductions where each student shares their interest in storekeeping. #### 2. Welcome Test (20 minutes) - Distribute the welcome test to all students. - Explain the purpose of the test, emphasizing that it's a diagnostic tool to gauge their starting knowledge. - Allow 20 minutes for students to complete the test. - Collect the tests for review. #### 3. Introduction to Requisitioning (15 minutes) - Define requisitioning and its role in storekeeping. - Discuss why requisitioning is important for inventory management, efficient operations, and avoiding stockouts. - Briefly touch on the financial implications of poor requisitioning practices. #### 4. Types of Requisition Forms (10 minutes) - Introduce different types of requisition forms (e.g., material requisition form, purchase requisition form). - Show sample forms using the projector and explain each section of the forms. - Discuss how to accurately fill out these forms and common mistakes to avoid. #### 5. The Requisition Process (15 minutes) - Outline the step-by-step process of requisitioning items: identifying need, filling out and approving the requisition form, ordering, and receiving the items. - Use a flowchart to visually represent the process. - Discuss best practices such as maintaining clear records, timely requisitioning, and proper communication with suppliers. #### 6. Interactive Activity: Requisition Form Filling (8 minutes) - Divide the class into small groups. - Provide each group with a scenario requiring them to fill out a sample requisition form. - Allow 8 minutes for the task, then review the forms as a class. #### 7. Q&A Session and Wrap-up (10 minutes) - Open the floor for any questions or clarifications. - Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson. - Provide a brief overview of what will be covered in the next lesson. - Assign a quick homework task: observe and note down any requisition processes they can find in their daily environment (e.g., school, local stores). --- #### Assessment: - Review the welcome test results to identify areas requiring more attention in future lessons. - Assess students' participation in the interactive requisition form activity. - Ask a few quick questions at the end of the lesson to ensure they've grasped the basics of requisitioning. #### Homework: - Observe and note down any requisition processes in daily life and be ready to discuss findings in the next class. --- ### Reflection: Post-lesson, reflect on the student engagement, areas where students demonstrated strong understanding, and aspects that might need revision or additional focus. This will help tailor future lessons to better meet the students' needs. --- This lesson plan provides a structured yet interactive approach to introducing Senior Secondary 1 students to the fundamental concept of requisitioning in storekeeping.