How to writing Lesson Notes using the latest format for School Teachers

LESSON NOTE FORMAT

Date:

Class:

Subject:

Topic:

Sub-topic:

Time:

Duration:

Period/Day:

Reference Book(s):

Instructional Material(s):

Entry Behaviour:

Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define…
2. Mention…
3. Enumerate…
4. List…
5. Differentiate…
6. Compare…
7. Itemize…
8. Mention at least five uses of…

Presentation in Steps:

Step One:

• If continuing from a previous topic, review the last lesson and correct any given assignments.
• If introducing a new topic, link it to previously learned or familiar concepts.

Step Two:

Step Three:

Step Four:

Step Five:

Conclusion:

Evaluation: As stated in the Behavioural Objectives.

Assignment:

Note: Use relevant instructional materials at the beginning of the lesson to introduce the topic/sub-topic, during the teaching-learning process (e.g., at Step Three) to emphasize key points, and at the conclusion to evaluate the lesson. If readymade materials are not available, improvise by exploring safe and non-scary objects in the environment for quick student assimilation, mastery, and retention of the lesson.

REFERENCE BOOK (Using APA Style):

• Surname(s) of the author(s), initials. Year of publication in parentheses. Book title in italics or underlined. Edition if not first edition. City of publication: Publisher. Page or pages.

Example:

• Tiamiyu, L.R. (2013). Basic Civic Education for SSS 3. (Oyo: Limmy Timmy Publishers), p. 7 or pp. 7-10.

For Multiple Authors:

1. For two authors, list their surnames and initials, e.g., Oke, M.O., and Ibiloye, A.O.
2. For three to five authors, list all surnames and initials.

Thanks.

Three Centres for school development and enrollment expansion

Download The New Unified Lagos State Scheme of Work PDF

A lesson plan is a document that shows the step by step guides, presentation or procedures that are involved in delivering the content of your lesson step-by-step. It’s a list of tasks that your students will undertake, to help guide your teaching.

A lesson plan is usually prepared in advance and can either cover a one-off activity, an entire lesson, a unit or course, a day, or a week.

Junior Secondary School Scheme of Work

Download The New Schemes of Work Senior Secondary School (SS CLASS)

Lesson plans primarily include a schedule of activities that you will deliver in the lesson. Some lesson plans also include additional sections for more thorough planning as most of the content of the lesson plans are transfered to the class diary at the end of the week

A general format of a lesson plan can be like this:

Lesson subject

Lesson topic

Lesson objectives

Lesson activities

Lesson materials

Lesson objectives

Lesson goals

Lesson test or evaluation

List of Subjects offered in a typical primary school in Lagos, Nigeria

Lesson Plan Format

Lesson Subject:

Lesson Topic:

Lesson Objectives:

1. Define…
2. Mention…
3. Enumerate…
4. List…
5. Differentiate…
6. Compare…
7. Itemize…
8. Mention at least five uses of…

Lesson Activities:

1. Introduction:
   • Review previous lesson or introduce new topic.
   • Engage students with a related question or activity.
2. Development:
   • Step-by-step explanation of the topic.
   • Use of instructional materials to illustrate key points.
   • Interactive discussions or group work.
3. Practice:
   • Students work on exercises or problems.
   • Teacher provides guidance and feedback.
4. Conclusion:
   • Summarize key points.
   • Answer any remaining questions.
   • Connect lesson to future topics or real-world applications.

Lesson Materials:

• Textbooks
• Visual aids (charts, diagrams, etc.)
• Handouts
• Interactive tools (smartboard, projector, etc.)

Lesson Goals:

• Ensure students understand and can apply the key concepts.
• Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Encourage active participation and collaboration.

Lesson Test or Evaluation:

• Short quiz or written test based on lesson objectives.
• Oral questions to assess understanding.
• Group presentations or projects.
• Homework assignments related to the topic.

Weekly Summary (Transferred to Class Diary)

Date:

Class:

Subject:

Topics Covered:

Key Activities:

Assessments Given:

Student Feedback:

Note: This general format ensures comprehensive planning and effective delivery of lessons, supporting both student engagement and achievement of learning goals.