Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Primary 1

Lesson Video

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Performance objectives

• collect data on the ir ages at home and school
• collect data on the ir heights.

Lesson summary

This topic introduces Primary 1 learners to the fundamental concept of data collection, a crucial skill in understanding the world around them. Data collection involves gathering specific pieces of information (data) to answer questions, make comparisons, or understand a group better. In the context of "Every Day Statistics," this lesson helps learners recognise that information is all around them and can be systematically gathered from their immediate environment – their homes and schools. Understanding how to collect simple data like ages and heights lays the groundwork for more complex statistical concepts in later grades and helps them interpret information relevant to their daily lives...

Teacher activity

• Guides pupils to mention the ir ages.
• Leads pupils to measure the ir heights.

Evaluation guide

• Assessment will be ongoing throughout the lesson (formative) and consolidated at the end (summative).
• Observation during Activities: The teacher observes students as they collect ages from classmates, write down heights, and participate in physical grouping activities.
• Check for*: Active participation, correct verbalisation of ages/heights, ability to record numbers, and cooperation in groups.
• Question and Answer: Engage students in short oral Q&A sessions during and after activities to gauge understanding (e.g., "How old are you, [student's name]?", "Who is the tallest in this group?").
• Practical Grouping by Age:

Reference guide

• Pupils the mselves.
• Cards written ages.
• Wall rule, etc.