Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Senior Secondary 1

Lesson Video

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Performance objectives

• By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
• Identify and accurately label the major parts of the human heart.
• Distinguish between arteries and veins based on their structure and function.
• Explain the key physiological effects of regular physical training on the heart.
• Connection to

Lesson summary

This topic introduces students to the fundamental components and functions of the circulatory system, a vital organ system responsible for transporting nutrients, oxygen, hormones, and waste products throughout the body. Understanding the circulatory system is crucial in Physical Education as it directly impacts athletic performance, overall health, and the body's response to exercise and training. For Nigerian learners, this knowledge is paramount for promoting healthy lifestyles, understanding the physiological basis of physical activity, and appreciating the importance of cardiovascular health in preventing common non-communicable diseases prevalent in the country.

Teacher activity

• Begins by asking students what they know about the body's transportation system.
• Asks students to place their hand on their chest and feel their heartbeat, or feel their pulse at the wrist/neck.
• Prompts a discussion on why the heart is important, especially during physical activity.

Evaluation guide

• The evaluation will be based on the provided evaluation guide, using a combination of written responses and diagram labeling.
• Assessment Questions:
• Draw and label five parts of the human heart. (5 marks)
• Marking Scheme:* 1 mark for each correctly drawn and labeled part (e.g., Right Atrium, Left Ventricle, Aorta, Pulmonary Artery, Septum, etc.). Accuracy of placement on the diagram is considered.
• State two differences between veins and arteries. (4 marks)

Reference guide

• Diagrams
• Text books
• CD-ROMS
• Projectors
• Pictures