Vocabulary associated with motor vehicles
SUBJECT: VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT
TERM: 1ST TERM
WEEK: 3
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 3
AGE: 17 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Vocabulary Development
CONTENT: Vocabulary associated with Motor Vehicles
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
• Identify and describe parts of a motor vehicle.
• Discuss the functions of different parts of a motor vehicle.
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, group activities
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Diagrams of motor vehicles, flashcards
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
STEP 1: The teacher introduces the topic of motor vehicles, explaining the importance of knowing parts and functions for everyday use. The teacher discusses the basic functions of motor vehicles and how they help in transportation.
Learners listen, observe, and participate in the discussion.
STEP 2: Teacher introduces vocabulary related to motor vehicles, such as engine, wheels, exhaust, brake, clutch, accelerator, and steering wheel.
Learners observe and participate in identifying parts of a motor vehicle from the diagram.
STEP 3: The teacher explains how these parts work together to ensure the proper functioning of the vehicle, e.g., "The engine powers the car," or "The steering wheel controls the direction of the vehicle."
Learners create sentences using the vocabulary.
EVALUATION:
• Define vocabulary related to motor vehicles.
• Identify 5 parts of a motor vehicle and their functions.
• Complete a sentence completion exercise: "The __________ controls the speed of the vehicle."
• Match the vocabulary with their definitions (e.g., clutch – a device used to control the power between the engine and the wheels).
CLASS-WORK:
• Write 10 sentences using 5 motor vehicle-related vocabulary words.
• Label the parts of a motor vehicle on a diagram.
ASSIGNMENT:
• Write a short essay (6-8 sentences) explaining the parts and functions of a motor vehicle. Use at least 10 vocabulary words related to motor vehicles.
CONCLUSION:
The teacher marks students’ work, corrects errors, and commends students for participation.