Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Classification of real numbers
Real Numbers - Properties of rational numbers

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

- Define rational and irrational numbers
- Classify numbers as rational or irrational
- Appreciate the importance of number systems

- Discuss examples of rational and irrational numbers from daily life
- Work in groups to classify given numbers
- Use digital devices to explore properties of real numbers

What makes a number rational or irrational?

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- Number cards
- Charts
- Digital devices
- Calculators

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Properties of irrational numbers
Real Numbers - Addition and subtraction of rational numbers

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

- Identify irrational numbers
- Explain properties of irrational numbers
- Appreciate the uniqueness of irrational numbers

- Search for information on famous irrational numbers (π, √2, e)
- Discuss why certain numbers are irrational
- Use calculators to approximate irrational numbers

Why can't irrational numbers be expressed as fractions?

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- Calculators
- Digital resources
- Internet access
- Number cards

- Observation - Written tests - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Multiplication of rational numbers
Real Numbers - Division of rational numbers

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

- Multiply rational numbers correctly
- Apply multiplication rules for fractions and decimals
- Show accuracy in calculations

- Discuss multiplication rules for fractions
- Practice multiplying decimals
- Work in groups to solve multiplication problems

What rules govern multiplication of rational numbers?

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- Calculators
- Charts
- Number cards

- Written tests - Class activities - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Order of operations (BODMAS)
Real Numbers - Complex combined operations

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

- Apply BODMAS rule in calculations
- Solve problems involving combined operations
- Show systematic approach in problem solving

- Discuss the importance of order of operations
- Work through examples applying BODMAS
- Practice mixed operations with rational numbers

Why is the order of operations important in mathematics?

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- Calculators
- Charts showing BODMAS
- Digital resources

- Written tests - Class activities - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Finding reciprocals

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

- Define the term reciprocal
- Find reciprocals of real numbers
- Appreciate the concept of reciprocals

- Discuss the meaning of reciprocal
- Practice finding reciprocals of fractions and whole numbers
- Use calculators to find reciprocals of decimals

What is the relationship between a number and its reciprocal?

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- Calculators
- Number cards

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Properties of reciprocals

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

- Identify properties of reciprocals
- Apply reciprocals in calculations
- Show interest in exploring number properties

- Explore what happens when a number is multiplied by its reciprocal
- Discuss reciprocals of negative numbers
- Practice using reciprocals in division

Why is the product of a number and its reciprocal always 1?

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- Calculators
- Charts

- Class activities - Written assignments - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Real numbers in measurements

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

- Apply real numbers in measuring temperature
- Use real numbers in recording measurements
- Appreciate practical applications of real numbers

- Discuss use of real numbers in body temperature measurements
- Practice reading and recording temperatures
- Explore other measurement applications

How are real numbers used in health and medicine?

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- Thermometers
- Charts
- Digital devices

- Observation - Oral questions - Class activities

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Real numbers in blood pressure and other contexts

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

- Apply real numbers in recording blood pressure
- Identify other real-life uses of real numbers
- Show responsibility in health-related contexts

- Discuss blood pressure readings and their interpretation
- Explore use of real numbers in banking, sports, and weather
- Work in groups to present applications of real numbers

Where else do we encounter real numbers in daily life?

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- Charts
- Digital resources
- Internet access

- Written tests - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Real Numbers - Consolidation and assessment

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

- Demonstrate mastery of real numbers concepts
- Solve varied problems involving real numbers
- Show confidence in applying learned skills

- Review all concepts covered in Real Numbers
- Work on practice problems covering all topics
- Complete assessment tasks
- Discuss challenging areas

How well do I understand real numbers and their applications?

- Essential Mathematics Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Calculators
- Assessment papers

- Written tests - Class activities - Portfolio assessment

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Powers and bases

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

- Define the terms base and power
- Express numbers in index form
- Appreciate the importance of indices

- Discuss what indices are and why they are useful
- Practice writing numbers in index form
- Express repeated multiplication using indices

What are indices and why do we use them?

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- Number cards
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Writing numbers in index form

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

- Write large numbers in index form
- Express numbers using prime factorization
- Show accuracy in notation

- Read heights and weights and express them in index form
- Practice prime factorization of numbers
- Write numbers as products of prime factors in index form

How can index notation simplify large numbers?

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- Calculators
- Charts

- Class activities - Written tests - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Expanded form and standard form

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

- Write numbers in expanded form
- Convert between index form and expanded form
- Demonstrate understanding of place value

- Write index numbers in expanded form
- Practice converting between different forms
- Work with peers on conversion exercises

How does expanded form help us understand indices better?

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- Number cards
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Class activities - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Multiplication law (a^m × a^n = a^(m+n))

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

- State the multiplication law of indices
- Apply the multiplication law in calculations
- Show systematic approach in using laws

- Derive the multiplication law through patterns
- Practice applying the law with numerical examples
- Solve problems using the multiplication law

What happens when we multiply powers with the same base?

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- Calculators
- Charts showing laws of indices

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Division law (a^m ÷ a^n = a^(m-n))

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

- State the division law of indices
- Apply the division law in calculations
- Demonstrate accuracy in computations

- Derive the division law from examples
- Practice dividing powers with the same base
- Work in groups to solve division problems

How does the division law relate to the multiplication law?

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- Calculators
- Charts

- Class activities - Written assignments - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Power law ((a^m)^n = a^(mn))

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

- State the power law of indices
- Apply the power law in simplifications
- Show confidence in using the law

- Explore what happens when raising a power to another power
- Practice applying the power law
- Solve problems involving the power law

What is the rule for a power raised to another power?

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- Calculators
- Digital resources

- Written tests - Class activities - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Zero and negative indices

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

- Explain the meaning of zero index
- Work with negative indices
- Appreciate special cases in indices

- Discuss why any number to power zero equals 1
- Practice converting negative indices to fractions
- Solve problems involving zero and negative indices

Why does a^0 = 1 and what do negative indices mean?

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- Calculators
- Charts

- Class activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Combined application of laws

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

- Apply multiple laws of indices together
- Simplify complex index expressions
- Show systematic problem-solving skills

- Work on problems requiring multiple laws
- Practice simplifying complex expressions
- Work with peers on challenging tasks

How do we combine different laws of indices in one problem?

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- Calculators
- Mathematical tables

- Written tests - Class activities - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Scientific notation

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

- Express numbers in scientific notation
- Convert between standard and scientific notation
- Appreciate use of indices in science

- Search for information on population figures and express in scientific notation
- Practice writing very large and very small numbers
- Discuss applications in science and technology

How does scientific notation help in handling very large or small numbers?

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- Calculators
- Digital resources
- Internet access

- Class activities - Written assignments - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Real-life applications

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

- Identify real-life situations using indices
- Apply indices in problem-solving contexts
- Show interest in practical applications

- Use digital resources to learn about applications of indices
- Discuss use in compound interest, population growth
- Solve real-life problems involving indices

Where are indices used in real life?

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- Digital devices
- Internet access
- Charts

- Observation - Oral questions - Written tests

Numbers and Algebra

Indices - Consolidation and assessment

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

- Demonstrate understanding of all laws of indices
- Apply indices in varied contexts
- Show mastery of index operations

- Review all concepts in Indices
- Complete practice exercises
- Work on assessment tasks
- Discuss problem-solving strategies

How confident am I in working with indices?

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- Calculators
- Assessment papers

- Written tests - Class activities - Portfolio assessment

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Forming algebraic expressions

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

- Define algebraic expressions
- Form simple algebraic expressions
- Appreciate the use of algebra

- Read and interpret scenarios
- Use letters to represent unknown quantities
- Practice forming expressions from word problems

How do we represent unknown quantities in mathematics?

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- Charts
- Number cards

- Observation - Oral questions - Class activities

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Understanding quadratic expressions

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

- Define quadratic expressions
- Identify quadratic expressions
- Show interest in learning about quadratics

- Discuss what makes an expression quadratic
- Identify the highest power in quadratic expressions
- Compare linear and quadratic expressions

What distinguishes a quadratic expression from other expressions?

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- Charts
- Digital devices

- Class activities - Written assignments - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Area applications

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

- Form quadratic expressions from area problems
- Relate quadratic expressions to rectangles
- Demonstrate problem-solving skills

- Read scenarios about areas of rectangles with unknown sides
- Form quadratic expressions for given situations
- Practice with varied area problems

How do area problems lead to quadratic expressions?

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- Rulers
- Grid paper
- Charts

- Written tests - Class activities - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Arrangement problems

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

- Form quadratic expressions from arrangement contexts
- Apply quadratics to real situations
- Show creativity in problem formation

- Discuss arrangements of chairs in rows and columns
- Form expressions for seedlings planted in rectangular farms
- Work with peers on similar problems

How can arrangements lead to quadratic expressions?

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- Objects for arrangement
- Charts

- Class activities - Oral questions - Written assignments

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Forming quadratic equations

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

- Distinguish between expressions and equations
- Form quadratic equations from statements
- Show accuracy in equation formation

- Discuss the difference between expressions and equations
- Practice forming equations from word problems
- Work in groups to create equations

What is the difference between a quadratic expression and equation?

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- Charts
- Digital resources

- Observation - Written tests - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Factors and products

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

- Understand the concept of factors
- Find factors of numbers
- Appreciate the importance of factorisation

- Review factors of numbers
- Discuss the relationship between factors and products
- Practice finding factor pairs

What are factors and why are they important?

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- Number cards
- Charts

- Class activities - Written assignments - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Common factors

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

- Identify common factors in expressions
- Factorise expressions by taking out common factors
- Show systematic approach in factorisation

- Practice identifying common factors
- Learn to take out common factors
- Work on varied factorisation exercises

How do we identify and extract common factors?

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- Charts
- Digital devices

- Written tests - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Factorising quadratics (x² + bx + c)

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

- Factorise simple quadratic expressions
- Apply the sum and product method
- Demonstrate accuracy in factorisation

- Learn the sum and product method for factorisation
- Practice factorising expressions of the form x² + bx + c
- Work with peers on factorisation tasks

How do we factorise quadratic expressions?

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- Charts
- Calculators

- Class activities - Written assignments - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Factorising quadratics (ax² + bx + c)

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

- Factorise quadratics with coefficient other than 1
- Apply appropriate factorisation methods
- Show confidence in handling complex factorisation

- Learn methods for factorising when a ≠ 1
- Practice with varied examples
- Work on challenging factorisation problems

How do we factorise when the coefficient of x² is not 1?

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- Charts
- Digital resources

- Written tests - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Solving by factorisation (simple)

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

- Solve simple quadratic equations by factorisation
- Apply the zero product property
- Show systematic problem-solving approach

- Learn that if ab = 0, then a = 0 or b = 0
- Practice solving equations by factorisation
- Work through step-by-step solutions

How do we use factorisation to solve quadratic equations?

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- Charts
- Calculators

- Observation - Written assignments - Class activities

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Solving by factorisation (complex)

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

- Solve complex quadratic equations
- Verify solutions by substitution
- Demonstrate mastery of the factorisation method

- Work on equations requiring more complex factorisation
- Practice verifying solutions
- Solve word problems leading to quadratic equations

How do we handle more challenging quadratic equations?

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- Calculators
- Digital devices

- Written tests - Class activities - Oral questions

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Area and measurement problems

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

- Apply quadratic equations to area problems
- Solve real-life problems using quadratics
- Appreciate practical applications

- Work on problems about rectangular farms and gardens
- Solve problems about number arrangements
- Discuss with peers different applications

Where do we use quadratic equations in real life?

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- Grid paper
- Charts

- Class activities - Written assignments - Observation

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Word problems

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

- Translate word problems into quadratic equations
- Solve and interpret solutions
- Show confidence in problem-solving

- Practice converting word problems to equations
- Solve various real-life scenarios
- Interpret solutions in context

How do we approach word problems involving quadratics?

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- Charts
- Digital resources

- Written tests - Oral questions - Class activities

Numbers and Algebra

Quadratic Equations - Comprehensive review

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

- Demonstrate understanding of all quadratic concepts
- Apply learned skills in varied contexts
- Show mastery of factorisation and solving

- Review formation, factorisation, and solving of quadratics
- Work on comprehensive practice exercises
- Complete assessment tasks
- Discuss challenging concepts

How well do I understand quadratic equations and their applications?

- Essential Mathematics Grade 10 Learner's Book
- Calculators
- Assessment papers

- Written tests - Portfolio assessment - Class activities