1st Term Mathematics Scheme of Work for Grade 8 (JSS 2)
Week 1: Number and Numeration (Whole Numbers)
- Revision of whole numbers: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Properties of operations (commutative, associative, distributive laws).
Week 2: Number and Numeration (Factors and Multiples)
- Prime and composite numbers.
- Prime factorization.
- Highest common factor (HCF) and lowest common multiple (LCM).
Week 3: Number and Numeration (Fractions)
- Types of fractions: proper, improper, mixed numbers.
- Conversion between improper fractions and mixed numbers.
- Addition and subtraction of fractions.
Week 4: Number and Numeration (Fractions and Decimals)
- Multiplication and division of fractions.
- Conversion between fractions and decimals.
- Solving word problems involving fractions and decimals.
Week 5: Number and Numeration (Percentages)
- Definition and calculation of percentages.
- Relationship between fractions, decimals, and percentages.
- Solving percentage-related problems.
Week 6: Algebraic Expressions (Introduction)
- Introduction to algebraic expressions.
- Identifying terms, coefficients, and variables.
- Simplifying algebraic expressions.
Week 7: Algebraic Expressions (Substitution)
- Substitution of values into algebraic expressions.
- Solving simple problems using substitution.
Week 8: Geometry (Lines and Angles)
- Definition and types of lines (parallel, perpendicular, intersecting).
- Introduction to angles and their types (acute, obtuse, right, straight, etc.).
Week 9: Geometry (Properties of Angles)
- Complementary and supplementary angles.
- Vertically opposite angles.
- Solving problems involving properties of angles.
Week 10: Mensuration (Introduction to Perimeter and Area)
- Definition and basic concepts of perimeter and area.
- Calculation of perimeter for basic shapes (rectangle, square, triangle).
Week 11: Mensuration (Area of Plane Shapes)
- Area of rectangles, squares, and triangles.
- Solving problems involving areas of basic shapes.
Week 12: Statistics (Data Collection and Representation)
- Collection and tabulation of data.
- Drawing and interpreting bar charts and pictograms.
Week 13: Revision and Examination Preparation
- Comprehensive review of all topics covered in the term.
- Practice questions and past examination problems.