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JSS 3

12 topics across 3 terms · NERDC curriculum

1

First Term

· 4 topics
  • 01
    Binary number system

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Conversion between Base Two and Base Ten

      • Convert numbers from base two to base ten accurately.
      • Convert numbers from base ten to base two using long division.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Addition and Subtraction of Binary Numbers

      • Add two or three binary numbers correctly.
      • Subtract binary numbers using the borrowing method.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Multiplication and Division of Binary Numbers

      • Perform multiplication of two binary numbers.
      • Divide a binary number by a smaller binary number.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Binary Fractions and Basic Operations

      • Calculate sum and difference of binary numbers involving fractions.
      • Apply binary arithmetic to solve simple computer-related problems.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Practical Applications of Binary Numbers

      • Identify the use of binary systems in modern electronic devices.
      • Solve mixed calculation problems involving binary numbers.
  • 02
    Rational and non-rational numbers

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Identification of Rational Numbers

      • Define rational numbers as ratios of two integers.
      • Distinguish between terminating and recurring decimals.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Properties of Non-Rational Numbers

      • Explain the concept of non-rational (irrational) numbers.
      • Identify examples of irrational numbers like Pi and surds.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Converting Fractions to Decimals and Percentages

      • Convert common fractions to decimals and vice versa.
      • Express recurring decimals in fraction form.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Representation on the Number Line

      • Locate rational and non-rational numbers on a number line.
      • Compare the magnitude of different rational numbers.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Operations with Rational Numbers

      • Outline the differences between rational and non-rational numbers.
      • Solve problems involving basic operations with rational numbers.
  • 03
    Compound interest

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Introduction to Compound Interest

      • Differentiate between simple interest and compound interest.
      • Calculate compound interest manually by year-by-year steps.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Using the Compound Interest Formula

      • Apply the compound interest formula to solve financial problems.
      • Calculate the total amount due on a loan over time.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Naira-based Financial Calculations and Savings

      • Solve compound interest problems related to bank savings in Naira.
      • Calculate interest rates when principal and time are given.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Depreciation and Value Reduction

      • Calculate the reduction in value of assets over time.
      • Apply the depreciation formula to vehicles and machinery.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Real-life Applications of Compound Interest

      • Compare compound interest from different banks to make decisions.
      • Solve real-life problems involving inflation and population growth.
  • 04
    Indices

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Laws of Indices: Multiplication and Division

      • State the product and quotient laws of indices.
      • Apply product and quotient laws to simplify expressions.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Zero and Negative Indices

      • Explain the meaning of zero and negative indices.
      • Simplify algebraic expressions involving negative powers.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · The Power Law of Indices

      • Apply the power law to simplify complex index expressions.
      • Solve problems involving the power of a power.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Fractional Indices and Roots

      • Interpret and calculate numbers with fractional indices.
      • Relate fractional indices to square and cube roots.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Solving Simple Exponential Equations

      • Solve simple equations involving unknown indices.
      • Express large numbers in standard form using indices.
2

Second Term

· 4 topics
  • 01
    Equations involving fractions

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Introduction to Fractional Equations

      • Identify linear equations containing fractional coefficients.
      • Find the Lowest Common Multiple of denominators in equations.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Solving Equations by Clearing Denominators

      • Apply the multiplication method to clear fractions from equations.
      • Solve linear equations with one fractional term.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Equations with Unknown Denominators

      • Solve equations where the unknown is in the denominator.
      • Apply cross-multiplication techniques to solve fractional proportions.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Word Problems Involving Fractions

      • Translate word problems into linear equations with fractions.
      • Solve age-related word problems involving fractional parts.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Advanced Solving and Verification

      • Evaluate the accuracy of solutions by substituting back into equations.
      • Solve complex fractional equations involving multiple terms.
  • 02
    Simultaneous linear equations

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Solving by Substitution Method

      • Explain the concept of simultaneous equations with two unknowns.
      • Solve simultaneous equations using the substitution method.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Solving by Elimination Method

      • Apply the elimination method to solve linear systems.
      • Determine when to add or subtract equations for elimination.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Graphical Method of Solving Equations

      • Construct a table of values for two linear equations.
      • Identify the point of intersection on a graph as the solution.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Word Problems on Simultaneous Equations

      • Translate real-life scenarios into a pair of simultaneous equations.
      • Solve Naira-based purchase problems involving two different items.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Mixed Practice and Comparison of Methods

      • Solve simultaneous equations involving fractional coefficients.
      • Compare the efficiency of different methods for specific problems.
  • 03
    Factorisation of algebraic expressions

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Factorisation by Common Factors

      • Identify common factors in algebraic terms.
      • Factorise expressions by taking out the highest common factor.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Factorisation by Grouping Terms

      • Group algebraic terms to facilitate factorisation.
      • Factorise four-term expressions using the grouping method.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Difference of Two Squares

      • Recognize patterns of the difference of two squares.
      • Factorise quadratic expressions using the difference of two squares.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Factorising Simple Quadratic Trinomials

      • Identify the coefficients in a simple quadratic expression.
      • Factorise quadratic trinomials with a leading coefficient of one.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Applications of Factorisation

      • Apply factorisation to simplify complex algebraic fractions.
      • Solve problems involving the area of shapes using factorisation.
  • 04
    Pythagoras' theorem

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Understanding the Pythagoras Property

      • State the relationship between sides of a right-angled triangle.
      • Identify the hypotenuse in various right-angled triangle orientations.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Calculating Missing Sides

      • Calculate the length of the hypotenuse using the theorem.
      • Solve for a missing shorter side of a right-angled triangle.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Pythagorean Triples and Verification

      • Identify sets of three integers that satisfy Pythagoras' theorem.
      • Verify if a given triangle is right-angled using side lengths.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Calculations in Real-life Scenarios

      • Apply Pythagoras' theorem to find lengths in rectangular shapes.
      • Solve problems involving ladders leaning against vertical walls.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Coordinate Geometry and Complex Problems

      • Calculate the distance between two points on a grid.
      • Solve multi-step problems involving Pythagoras and area calculation.
3

Third Term

· 4 topics
  • 01
    Similar shapes

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Identifying Similar Figures

      • Identify similar shapes based on equal corresponding angles.
      • Distinguish between congruent shapes and similar shapes.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Scale Factors and Enlargement

      • Calculate the scale factor between two similar shapes.
      • Find missing lengths in triangles using scale factors.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Area Ratios of Similar Shapes

      • Explain the relationship between scale factors and area ratios.
      • Calculate the area of a large shape using the ratio.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Volume Ratios of Similar Solids

      • Describe the connection between scale factors and volume ratios.
      • Calculate volumes of similar solids using the ratio of cubes.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Practical Applications of Similarity

      • Apply similarity principles to calculate heights of tall buildings.
      • Solve map-reading problems involving scale and actual distances.
  • 02
    Trigonometry — sine, cosine, tangent

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Tangent Ratio of an Angle

      • Define the tangent ratio using opposite and adjacent sides.
      • Calculate the tangent of angles using tables or calculators.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Sine and Cosine Ratios

      • Define sine and cosine ratios in right-angled triangles.
      • Calculate sine and cosine values for given acute angles.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Solving for Missing Sides

      • Use SOHCAHTOA to select the correct trigonometric ratio.
      • Calculate missing side lengths in right-angled triangles.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Calculating Missing Angles

      • Calculate the size of an angle given two sides.
      • Apply inverse trigonometric functions to solve geometry problems.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Angles of Elevation and Depression

      • Solve problems involving angles of elevation and depression.
      • Calculate heights of local landmarks using trigonometric ratios.
  • 03
    Mensuration — area and volume

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Surface Area of Cubes and Cuboids

      • Identify the net of a cube and cuboid.
      • Calculate the total surface area of rectangular prisms.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Mensuration of Cylinders

      • Apply the formula to find the volume of cylinders.
      • Calculate the curved surface area of cylindrical containers.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Volume and Surface Area of Cones

      • Identify the properties of cones and their slant heights.
      • Calculate the volume of a cone using the standard formula.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Mensuration of Spheres

      • Calculate the surface area of a spherical object.
      • Calculate the volume of spheres or hemispherical bowls.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Practical Capacity and Cost Problems

      • Solve problems involving the capacity of water tanks.
      • Calculate the cost of painting surfaces based on area.
  • 04
    Probability

    5 lessons · 5 resource types

    1. 1

      Lesson 1 · Basic Concepts of Probability

      • Define probability as the likelihood of an event occurring.
      • Identify the range of probability values from 0 to 1.
    2. 2

      Lesson 2 · Experimental and Theoretical Probability

      • Calculate the probability of picking a specific colored marble.
      • Solve simple probability problems using a deck of cards.
    3. 3

      Lesson 3 · Probability with Coins and Dice

      • List the sample space for tossing one or two coins.
      • Calculate the probability of different outcomes when rolling dice.
    4. 4

      Lesson 4 · Using Tree Diagrams for Probability

      • Represent outcomes of events using a clear tree diagram.
      • Calculate the probability of combined events using the diagram.
    5. 5

      Lesson 5 · Real-life Applications of Probability

      • Apply probability to predict outcomes in Nigerian sports games.
      • Solve real-life decision-making problems using probability estimates.