Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Identifying cutting tools
Cutting Tools - Collecting cutting tools

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify various cutting tools used in the work environment
- Distinguish between different types of cutting tools
- Show interest in learning about cutting tools

- Study pictures of cutting tools
- Identify each tool shown
- Discuss how the tools are used in working environments
- Name other cutting tools found in the locality

What cutting tools are used in work environments?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 80
- Pictures of cutting tools
- Realia of cutting tools
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 81
- Various cutting tools
- Storage boxes

- Observation - Question and answer - Written test

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Hacksaws and handsaws

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the features and uses of hacksaws
- Explain the functions of handsaws
- Show interest in understanding different cutting tools

- Examine hacksaws and handsaws
- Discuss the uses of hacksaws and handsaws in work environments
- Compare the features of hacksaws and handsaws

What is the difference between hacksaws and handsaws?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 82
- Hacksaws
- Handsaws
- Pictures and charts

- Question and answer - Observation - Written assignment

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Chisels, planes and snips
Cutting Tools - Scrappers, knives, strippers and cutters

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify different types of chisels, planes and snips
- Explain the uses of chisels, planes and snips
- Appreciate the importance of specialized cutting tools

- Examine chisels, planes and snips
- Discuss the uses of these tools in work environments
- Compare wood chisels and cold chisels
- Identify types of planes and snips

Why are there different types of cutting tools?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 83
- Chisels
- Planes
- Snips
- Pictures and charts
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 84
- Scrappers
- Knives
- Strippers
- Cutters

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Selecting cutting tools for given tasks

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Select appropriate cutting tools for specific tasks
- Match cutting tools to their uses
- Show responsibility when selecting tools for tasks

- Discuss the use of various cutting tools
- Sort tools according to their uses based on materials they cut
- Match cutting tools with their uses
- Share findings with other groups

How do we select the appropriate cutting tool for a task?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 84
- Various cutting tools
- Charts on tool selection

- Observation - Question and answer - Matching exercises

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Using a handsaw
Cutting Tools - Using a hacksaw

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate proper handling of a handsaw
- Cut timber using a handsaw
- Observe safety precautions when using a handsaw

- Observe a demonstration on how to use a handsaw
- Practice using a handsaw to cut a piece of timber
- Observe safety by wearing safety goggles
- Store the handsaw safely after use

How is a handsaw used safely?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 87
- Handsaw
- Timber
- Measuring tools
- Safety equipment
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 88
- Hacksaw
- Metal rods
- Plastic pipes
- Bench vice

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer assessment

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Using a wood chisel

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate proper handling of a wood chisel
- Cut grooves on timber using a wood chisel
- Show responsibility when handling sharp tools

- Observe a demonstration on how to use a wood chisel
- Practice using a wood chisel to cut grooves on timber
- Observe safety by cutting with the blade pointing away from oneself
- Store the chisel safely after use

How can a wood chisel be used safely?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 89
- Wood chisel
- Mallet
- Timber
- Clamp
- Safety equipment

- Practical assessment - Observation - Question and answer

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Using snips
Cutting Tools - Using wire cutters

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate proper handling of snips
- Cut metal sheets using snips
- Observe safety precautions when using snips

- Observe a demonstration on how to use snips
- Practice using snips to cut metal sheets
- Observe safety by cutting away from the body
- Store the snips safely after use

Why should we cut away from our body when using snips?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 90
- Snips
- Metal sheets
- Measuring tools
- Safety equipment
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 92
- Wire cutters
- Wires of different sizes

- Practical assessment - Observation - Question and answer

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Using a plane

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate proper handling of a plane
- Smoothen timber using a plane
- Value the importance of precision in tool use

- Observe a demonstration on how to use a plane
- Practice using a plane to smoothen timber and reduce its thickness
- Observe safety by wearing safety goggles
- Store the plane safely after use

How does a plane help in finishing wood surfaces?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 93
- Plane
- Timber
- Safety equipment

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer assessment

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Using a scrapper and stripper
Cutting Tools - Using a knife

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Demonstrate proper handling of a scrapper and stripper
- Use a scrapper to remove embedded dirt
- Strip insulation from wires using a stripper
- Show responsibility when using tools

- Observe demonstrations on how to use a scrapper and stripper
- Practice using a scrapper to remove embedded dirt
- Practice using a stripper to strip wire insulation
- Observe safety precautions
- Store the tools safely after use

When would you use a scrapper versus a stripper?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 93
- Scrapper
- Stripper
- Surfaces with embedded dirt
- Insulated wires
- Safety equipment
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 95
- Knife
- Cardboard
- Ruler
- Pencil

- Practical assessment - Observation - Question and answer

Tools and Production

Cutting Tools - Caring for cutting tools

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways of caring for cutting tools
- Explain the importance of tool maintenance
- Show responsibility in caring for tools

- Study pictures showing ways of caring for cutting tools
- Identify the cutting tools and discuss how they are being cared for
- Discuss other ways of caring for cutting tools

Why is it important to care for cutting tools?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 96
- Various cutting tools
- Cleaning materials
- Lubricants
- Storage facilities

- Question and answer - Observation - Written assignment

Tools and Production

Production Unit - Factors for locating a production unit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the meaning of a production unit
- Identify factors considered when locating a production unit
- Appreciate the importance of proper location for a production unit

- Discuss the meaning of the term 'production unit'
- Brainstorm and present factors considered when choosing the location of a production unit
- Share discussion points in class

How is the location of a production unit determined?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Digital devices
- Pictures of production units
- Charts

- Observation - Question and answer - Group presentation

Tools and Production

Production Unit - Assessing location factors
Production Unit - Availability of raw materials and market

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify local production units
- Analyze factors that influenced their location
- Show interest in understanding business location decisions

- Visit the local community to assess factors that influenced the location of a particular production unit (e.g., posho mill, salon, barber shop, welding shop, cybercafé)
- Record observations
- Discuss findings in class

What factors influenced the location of production units in our community?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Observation checklist
- Digital devices
- Local production units
- Internet connectivity
- Charts and diagrams

- Field report - Group presentation - Question and answer

Tools and Production

Production Unit - Infrastructure and labor

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain how infrastructure affects location decisions
- Discuss the importance of available labor
- Show interest in understanding location economics

- Use print or digital media to search for information on how infrastructure and labor availability affect location of production units
- Discuss findings in groups
- Present findings in class

Why is infrastructure important when locating a production unit?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Digital devices
- Internet connectivity
- Charts and diagrams

- Question and answer - Written assignment - Group presentation

Tools and Production

Production Unit - Factors determining size
Production Unit - Locating a production unit

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify factors that determine the size of a production unit
- Explain how capital affects the size of a production unit
- Value informed decision-making in business planning

- Use print or digital media to search for information on factors that determine the size of a production unit
- Discuss how capital, market size, and technology affect the size of a production unit
- Share findings with peers

How is the size of a production unit determined?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Digital devices
- Internet connectivity
- Charts
- Maps

- Question and answer - Written test - Group presentation

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Importance of bookkeeping

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the meaning of bookkeeping
- Describe the importance of bookkeeping in entrepreneurship
- Value the role of record-keeping in business success

- Brainstorm on the meaning of bookkeeping
- Discuss the importance of bookkeeping for a business
- Present discussion points to the class

Why is bookkeeping important to a business?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 114
- Charts on importance of bookkeeping
- Digital devices

- Question and answer - Group presentation - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Assets, liabilities and capital
Bookkeeping - Bookkeeping equation

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define assets, liabilities and capital
- Identify examples of assets, liabilities and capital
- Appreciate the importance of differentiating business components

- Search for the meaning of assets, liabilities and capital using digital devices or textbooks
- Identify assets shown in pictures
- Discuss examples of liabilities and capital
- Present findings to other groups

What is the difference between assets, liabilities, and capital?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 115
- Pictures of business assets
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 119
- Calculators
- Charts showing bookkeeping equation
- Practice exercises

- Question and answer - Written test - Observation

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Business transactions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify parties involved in business transactions
- Distinguish between cash and credit transactions
- Value honesty in business dealings

- List items bought and identify buyers and sellers
- Read and analyze a case study on business transactions
- Discuss differences between cash and credit transactions

What types of transactions occur in a business?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 122
- Case studies
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Question and answer - Case study analysis - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Cost and price of a product
Bookkeeping - Statement of financial position

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Differentiate between cost and price
- Calculate profit and loss from business transactions
- Appreciate the importance of pricing in business

- Study pictures showing buying and selling activities
- Discuss the difference between cost and price
- Calculate profit or loss from various transactions
- Present findings in a table

How is profit or loss determined in a business?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 126
- Calculators
- Charts on profit calculation
- Examples of business transactions
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 128
- Sample financial statements
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Calculation exercises - Question and answer - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Preparing a statement of financial position

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Organize financial data into appropriate categories
- Prepare a simple statement of financial position
- Value accuracy in financial reporting

- Study a sample statement of financial position
- Practice preparing statements of financial position from given information
- Present work for review and discussion

How is a statement of financial position prepared?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 129
- Sample financial statements
- Calculators
- Practice exercises

- Practical assessment - Question and answer - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Cash flow statement
Bookkeeping - Preparing a cash flow statement

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the meaning of a cash flow statement
- Identify components of a cash flow statement
- Show responsibility in monitoring cash flow

- Discuss the components of a cash flow statement
- Study a sample cash flow statement
- Identify cash inflows and outflows in the statement

Why is monitoring cash flow important for a business?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 130
- Sample cash flow statements
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 131
- Calculators
- Practice exercises

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Income statement

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the meaning of an income statement
- Identify components of an income statement
- Show interest in tracking business performance

- Discuss components of an income statement
- Study a sample income statement
- Identify revenue, expenses, and profit in the statement

How does an income statement show business performance?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 133
- Sample income statements
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Question and answer - Observation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Bookkeeping - Preparing an income statement
Bookkeeping - Importance of financial records

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Calculate gross profit and net profit
- Prepare a simple income statement
- Value accuracy in profit calculation

- Study a sample income statement
- Follow step-by-step instructions to prepare an income statement
- Calculate gross profit and net profit
- Present work for review and discussion

How is an income statement prepared?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 134
- Sample income statements
- Calculators
- Practice exercises
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 135
- Case studies
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Practical assessment - Calculation exercises - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Sources of income

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define the term 'income'
- Identify various sources of income for an individual
- Appreciate the importance of multiple income streams

- Search for the meaning of income using digital devices or textbooks
- Study examples of individuals with different income sources
- Identify the sources of income for each individual
- Discuss the meaning of 'sources of income'

What are the different ways people can earn income?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 137
- Charts showing sources of income
- Digital devices
- Pictures showing income-generating activities

- Question and answer - Observation - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Types of income sources
Income and Budgeting - Importance of budgeting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Categorize different sources of income
- Explain various income types like salary, business, investment
- Show interest in understanding income sources

- Study a chart showing various sources of income
- Discuss the meaning of various income sources
- Categorize income sources as active or passive
- Present findings to classmates

How can income sources be categorized?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 138
- Charts on income sources
- Digital devices
- Pictures
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 139
- Charts on importance of budgeting
- Case studies

- Question and answer - Group presentation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Ways of spending money wisely

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ways of spending money wisely
- Explain the concept of needs versus wants
- Show responsibility in personal financial management

- Study a poster with tips on spending money wisely
- Discuss what they have learned from the tips
- Identify other ways of spending money wisely
- Create quotes on spending money wisely

How can we spend money wisely?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 142
- Posters on wise spending
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Question and answer - Creative writing assessment - Observation

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Preparing a simple budget
Income and Budgeting - Income allocation in budgeting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify components of a personal budget
- Prepare a simple personal budget
- Appreciate the value of planning for expenses

- Discuss what to consider when preparing a simple budget
- Study a sample personal budget
- Prepare a simple budget for personal financial management
- Present budget to classmates for feedback

What should be included in a personal budget?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 143
- Sample budget templates
- Calculators
- Charts
- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Budget allocation charts
- Sample budgets

- Practical assessment - Peer assessment - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Budget tracking and adjustment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain methods for tracking budget implementation
- Identify reasons for budget adjustments
- Value accountability in budget management

- Discuss methods for tracking spending against budget
- Analyze scenarios requiring budget adjustments
- Develop simple budget tracking tools
- Role-play budget review meetings

How can we track and adjust our budget?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Budget tracking templates
- Case studies
- Digital devices

- Role-play assessment - Practical assignment - Observation

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Ethical practices in budgeting
Income and Budgeting - Unethical practices in budgeting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define ethics and ethical practices
- Identify ethical practices in budgeting
- Value honesty and transparency in financial matters

- Discuss the meaning of ethics and ethical practices
- Read a case study about a community group making a budget
- Identify ethical practices that should be followed when budgeting

What are the ethical issues in income and budgeting?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 144
- Case studies
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 145
- Internet connectivity

- Question and answer - Case study analysis - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Financial planning

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the concept of financial planning
- Discuss the importance of financial planning in income management
- Value long-term financial thinking

- Read a story about financial planning
- Discuss how financial planning helped the character
- Identify the importance of financial planning
- Share examples of financial planning from their experiences

How does financial planning help in income management?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 146
- Case studies
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Question and answer - Case study analysis - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Income and Budgeting - Setting financial goals

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify short-term and long-term financial goals
- Set SMART financial goals
- Appreciate the importance of goal-setting in financial management

- Discuss the difference between short-term and long-term financial goals
- Learn about SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
- Set personal financial goals following the SMART framework
- Share goals with classmates for feedback

Why is goal-setting important in financial management?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Goal-setting templates
- Case studies
- Charts on SMART goals

- Written assignment - Peer assessment - Group presentation

Entrepreneurship

Marketing Goods and Services - Importance of marketing
Marketing Goods and Services - Elements of marketing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define market and marketing
- Explain the importance of marketing to a business
- Appreciate the role of marketing in business success

- Discuss scenarios involving buying and selling
- Define the terms 'market' and 'marketing'
- Study pictures showing marketing activities
- Discuss the importance of marketing to a business

Why is marketing important?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 147
- Pictures showing marketing activities
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Marketing diagrams
- Pictures of marketing activities

- Question and answer - Observation - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Marketing Goods and Services - Sources of market information

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify sources of information about the market
- Analyze different ways to get market information
- Show interest in understanding market dynamics

- Read an article containing information about a market
- Identify potential customers from the article
- Discuss sources of information about markets
- Use digital devices to search for market information sources

Where can information about the market and its potential customers be sourced from?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 150
- Newspaper articles
- Digital devices
- Internet connectivity

- Question and answer - Group presentation - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Marketing Goods and Services - Consumer behavior
Marketing Goods and Services - Factors for market selection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain what influences consumer buying decisions
- Identify factors that affect consumer preferences
- Value the importance of understanding customers

- Discuss factors that influence buying decisions (price, quality, trends)
- Analyze personal buying decisions and what influenced them
- Conduct simple surveys about consumer preferences
- Share findings with classmates

What factors influence consumer buying decisions?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Survey templates
- Digital devices
- Charts on consumer behavior
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 152
- Case studies
- Charts

- Survey project assessment - Group presentation - Question and answer

Entrepreneurship

Marketing Goods and Services - Tools for marketing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify ICT tools used for marketing goods and services
- Explain how these tools are used in marketing
- Show interest in modern marketing methods

- Use digital devices to search for information on ICT applications used for marketing
- Discuss how social media platforms are used for marketing
- Prepare a chart showing different marketing tools and their uses

How do businesses use technology to market their products?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 153
- Digital devices
- Internet connectivity
- Charts on marketing tools

- Question and answer - Group presentation - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Marketing Goods and Services - Suitable markets
Marketing Goods and Services - Ethics in marketing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify suitable markets for different goods and services
- Match products to appropriate market segments
- Value strategic thinking in marketing

- Brainstorm on suitable markets for different goods and services
- Discuss factors that make a market suitable for specific products
- Present findings to classmates

How do businesses identify suitable markets for their products?

- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 154
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Pictures of different products
- Mentor Pre-Technical Studies pg. 155
- Case studies

- Question and answer - Group presentation - Written test

Entrepreneurship

Saving and Investment - Reasons for saving

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Define saving and investment
- Explain the reasons for saving and investment
- Value the importance of saving for future needs

- Discuss and present the meaning of saving and investment
- Brainstorm on reasons for saving and investment
- Share experiences on the benefits of saving

Why is saving and investing important?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Charts on saving and investment
- Digital devices
- Case studies

- Question and answer - Group presentation - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Saving and Investment - Methods of saving
Saving and Investment - Methods of investment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify different methods of saving
- Explain the advantages of different saving methods
- Show interest in developing saving habits

- Brainstorm and present on methods of saving and investment
- Discuss advantages and disadvantages of different saving methods
- Make money boxes for personal savings using locally available materials

What are the different ways to save money?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Materials for making money boxes
- Digital devices
- Charts
- Internet connectivity
- Charts on investment options

- Practical assessment - Question and answer - Observation

Entrepreneurship

Saving and Investment - Preparing a saving plan

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify components of a saving plan
- Prepare a simple saving plan
- Show commitment to financial discipline

- Study sample saving plans
- Identify key components of a saving plan
- Prepare a simple saving plan
- Present saving plans to classmates for feedback

How do you create an effective saving plan?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Sample saving plans
- Calculators
- Charts

- Practical assessment - Peer assessment - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Saving and Investment - Preparing an investment plan
Saving and Investment - Ethical practices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify components of an investment plan
- Prepare a simple investment plan
- Value strategic financial planning

- Study sample investment plans
- Identify key components of an investment plan
- Prepare a simple investment plan
- Present investment plans to classmates for feedback

What should be included in an investment plan?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Sample investment plans
- Calculators
- Charts
- Case studies
- Digital devices

- Practical assessment - Peer assessment - Written assignment

Entrepreneurship

Saving and Investment - Unethical practices

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify unethical practices in saving and investing
- Explain the consequences of unethical financial behavior
- Value integrity in financial matters

- Share experiences on unethical practices in saving and investment
- Discuss the consequences of unethical financial practices
- Search for information on unethical practices to avoid

What are the unethical practices in saving and investing?

- Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design
- Case studies
- Digital devices
- Charts

- Question and answer - Case study analysis - Written test