MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Working Out Speed in Km/h and m/s
Time, Distance and Speed - Working Out Average Speed in Real Life Situations

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

-Calculate speed in kilometers per hour (km/h);
-Convert speed from m/s to km/h and vice versa;
-Solve problems involving speed in km/h;
-Appreciate the different units used for expressing speed.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Record distance covered by vehicles in kilometers and time taken in hours;
-Calculate speed using the formula speed = distance/time;
-Express speed in kilometers per hour (km/h);
-Convert speed from m/s to km/h using the relationship 1 m/s = 3.6 km/h;
-Complete a table with distance, time, and speed;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

Why do we need different units for measuring speed?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 125;
-Scientific calculators;
-Chart showing conversion between m/s and km/h;
-Examples of speeds of various objects and vehicles.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 126;
-Chart showing examples of average speed calculations;
-Examples of journey scenarios with varying speeds.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Determining Velocity in Real Life Situations
Time, Distance and Speed - Working Out Acceleration in Real Life Situations

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

-Define velocity;
-Differentiate between speed and velocity;
-Calculate velocity in different directions;
-Show genuine interest in understanding velocity.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the difference between speed and velocity;
-Record distance covered, time taken, and direction for various movements;
-Calculate velocity using the formula velocity = displacement/time;
-Express velocity with direction (e.g., 5 m/s eastward);
-Solve problems involving velocity in real-life contexts;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 129;
-Stopwatch/timer;
-Measuring tape/rulers;
-Scientific calculators;
-Compass for directions.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 130;
-Chart showing examples of acceleration calculations;
-Examples of acceleration in real-life situations.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Practical assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Identifying Longitudes on the Globe
Time, Distance and Speed - Relating Longitudes to Time on the Globe

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

-Identify longitudes on a globe;
-Understand the concept of the prime meridian;
-Describe how longitudes are measured in degrees east or west;
-Show interest in understanding the globe and longitudes.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use a globe to identify circles that pass through North and South poles;
-Search from the Internet or print media for the meaning of these circles;
-Identify special circles on the globe (Prime Meridian, International Date Line);
-Discuss how longitudes are measured in degrees east or west of the Prime Meridian;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

Why does time vary in different places of the world?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 131;
-Globe;
-World map showing longitudes;
-Digital devices for research;
-Charts showing the longitude system.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 133;
-World map showing time zones;
-Charts showing the relationship between longitudes and time.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Group presentations.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Determining Local Time of Places on Different Longitudes

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

-Calculate local time at different longitudes;
-Understand that time increases eastward and decreases westward;
-Solve problems involving local time at different longitudes;
-Show interest in understanding time zones.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review the relationship between longitudes and time;
-Calculate local time at different longitudes given the local time at a reference longitude;
-Understand that for every 15° change in longitude, time changes by 1 hour;
-Solve problems involving local time at different longitudes;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do we calculate the local time at different longitudes?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 134;
-Globe;
-World map showing time zones;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing examples of local time calculations.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Time, Distance and Speed - Determining Local Time of Places on Different Longitudes

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

-Calculate local time across the International Date Line;
-Solve complex problems involving local time at different longitudes;
-Apply knowledge of local time to real-life situations;
-Appreciate the practical applications of understanding local time.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review the calculation of local time at different longitudes;
-Understand the International Date Line and its effect on time/date;
-Calculate local time for places on opposite sides of the International Date Line;
-Solve complex problems involving local time at different longitudes;
-Discuss real-life applications such as international travel and communication;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How does the International Date Line affect time calculations?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 136;
-Globe;
-World map showing time zones and the International Date Line;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing examples of local time calculations.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 137;
-World map showing time zones;
-Digital devices showing current time in different cities;
-Scientific calculators.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Identifying Currencies Used in Different Countries
Money - Converting Currency from One to Another in Real Life Situations

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

-Identify currencies used in different countries;
-Match currencies with their respective countries;
-Recognize currency symbols;
-Show interest in learning about different currencies.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices to search and print pictures of currencies from: a) Neighboring countries b) Other African countries c) Common currencies used globally;
-Make a collage of different currencies on a piece of carton;
-Match currencies with their respective countries;
-Identify currency symbols (e.g., $, €, £, ¥);
-Display and present their collages to other groups.

Why do different countries use different currencies?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 138;
-Digital devices for research;
-Pictures/samples of different currencies;
-Manila paper or carton;
-Charts showing currencies and their countries.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 141;
-Exchange rate tables from newspapers or online sources;
-Scientific calculators;
-Digital devices for checking current exchange rates;
-Charts showing examples of currency conversions.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Group presentations; -Assessment of currency collages.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Converting Currency from One to Another in Real Life Situations
Money - Working Out Export Duties Charged on Goods

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

-Convert Kenyan currency to foreign currency;
-Use exchange rate tables to convert currencies;
-Solve problems involving currency conversion;
-Show interest in understanding international currency exchange.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review the concept of exchange rates;
-Understand that the selling rate is used when converting Kenyan Shillings to foreign currency;
-Convert Kenyan Shillings to various foreign currencies using the selling rate;
-Solve problems involving currency conversion;
-Discuss real-life situations where currency conversion is necessary;
-Discuss and share results with other groups.

How do exchange rates affect international trade?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 142;
-Exchange rate tables from newspapers or online sources;
-Scientific calculators;
-Digital devices for checking current exchange rates;
-Charts showing examples of currency conversions.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 143;
-Digital devices for research;
-Charts showing export duty rates;
-Examples of export scenarios.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Working Out Import Duties Charged on Goods

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

-Define import duty;
-Calculate import duty on goods;
-Identify goods exempted from import duty;
-Show interest in understanding import duties.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices to search for the meaning of import duty;
-Research the percentage of import duty on different goods and services;
-Identify examples of goods exempted from import duty in Kenya;
-Calculate import duty on goods using the formula: Import Duty = Customs Value × Duty Rate;
-Solve problems involving import duties;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

What are import duties and why are they charged?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 143;
-Digital devices for research;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing import duty rates;
-Examples of import scenarios.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Research presentation.

MEASUREMENTS

Money - Working Out Excise Duty Charged on Goods
Money - Determining Value-Added Tax (VAT) Charged on Goods and Services

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

-Define excise duty;
-Identify goods and services that attract excise duty;
-Calculate excise duty on goods and services;
-Show interest in understanding taxation systems.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital devices to search for the meaning of excise duty;
-Research goods that attract excise duty;
-Research percentage of excise duty on goods and services;
-Calculate excise duty on various goods and services;
-Solve problems involving excise duty;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

What is excise duty and how is it different from other taxes?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 145;
-Digital devices for research;
-Scientific calculators;
-Charts showing excise duty rates;
-Examples of goods subject to excise duty.
-Supermarket receipts showing VAT;
-Charts showing VAT calculations.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Research presentation.

MEASUREMENTS

Approximations and Errors - Approximating Quantities in Measurements
Approximations and Errors - Determining Errors Using Estimations and Actual Measurements

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

-Approximate quantities using arbitrary units;
-Use strides, hand spans, and other body measurements to estimate lengths;
-Compare estimated values with actual measurements;
-Show interest in approximation techniques.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Measure the lengths of their strides in centimeters;
-Measure the length of the classroom using strides;
-Estimate the length of the classroom in centimeters;
-Use hand spans to estimate lengths of various objects;
-Use thumb lengths to estimate smaller lengths;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

How do we estimate measurements of different quantities?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 148;
-Measuring tapes/rulers;
-Various objects to measure;
-Charts showing conventional and arbitrary units;
-Open space for measuring with strides.
-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 149;
-Weighing scales/balances;
-Scientific calculators.

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Practical assessment; -Group presentations.

MEASUREMENTS
Geometry

Approximations and Errors - Determining Percentage Errors Using Actual Measurements
Similarity and Enlargement - Similar figures and properties

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

-Define percentage error;
-Calculate percentage error in measurements;
-Interpret the meaning of percentage error;
-Show interest in minimizing errors in measurements.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Review the concept of error in measurements;
-Express error as a ratio of the actual value;
-Convert the ratio to a percentage to find percentage error;
-Calculate percentage error using the formula: Percentage Error = (Error/Actual Value) × 100%;
-Solve problems involving percentage error;
-Discuss and share findings with other groups.

Why is percentage error more useful than absolute error?

-Mathematics learners book grade 9 page 151;
-Measuring tapes/rulers;
-Various objects to measure;
-Weighing scales/balances;
-Scientific calculators.
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 203
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Cut-out shapes
-Charts showing similar figures
-Manila paper

-Observation; -Oral questions; -Written exercises; -Problem-solving assessment.

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Identifying similar objects

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

Identify similar objects in the environment;
Determine if given figures are similar;
Value the concept of similarity in everyday life.

Learners collect and classify objects according to similarity.
Learners identify pairs of similar figures from given diagrams.
Learners discuss real-life examples of similar objects and their properties.

How do we recognize similar objects in our environment?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 204
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Various geometric objects
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets with diagrams

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Drawing similar figures
Similarity and Enlargement - Properties of enlargement

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

Draw similar figures in different situations;
Calculate dimensions of similar figures using scale factors;
Enjoy creating similar figures.

Learners draw triangle ABC with given dimensions (AB=3cm, BC=4cm, and AC=6cm).
Learners are told that triangle PQR is similar to ABC with PQ=4.5cm, and they calculate the other dimensions.
Learners construct triangle PQR and compare results with other groups.

How do we construct a figure similar to a given figure?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 206
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Pair of compasses
-Drawing paper
-Calculator
-Charts with examples
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 209
-Tracing paper
-Colored pencils
-Grid paper
-Charts showing enlargements
-Diagrams for tracing

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Negative scale factors
Similarity and Enlargement - Drawing images of objects

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

Determine properties of enlargement with negative scale factors;
Locate centers of enlargement with negative scale factors;
Appreciate the concept of negative scale factors in enlargements.

Learners trace diagrams showing an object and its image where the center of enlargement is between them.
Learners join corresponding points to locate the center of enlargement.
Learners find the ratio of distances from the center to corresponding points and note that the image is on the opposite side of the object.

What happens when an enlargement has a negative scale factor?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 211
-Ruler
-Tracing paper
-Grid paper
-Colored pencils
-Charts showing negative scale factor enlargements
-Diagrams for tracing
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 214
-Charts showing steps of enlargement
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Linear scale factor
Similarity and Enlargement - Using coordinates in enlargement

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

Determine the linear scale factor of similar figures;
Calculate unknown dimensions using linear scale factors;
Value the application of linear scale factors in real-life problems.

Learners consider similar cones and find the ratios of their corresponding dimensions.
Learners study similar triangles and calculate the linear scale factor.
Learners use the scale factor to find unknown dimensions of similar figures.

How do we use linear scale factors to calculate unknown dimensions of similar figures?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 216
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Similar objects of different sizes
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 218
-Grid paper
-Colored pencils
-Charts with coordinate examples

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Similarity and Enlargement - Applications of similarity

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

Apply similarity concepts to solve real-life problems;
Calculate heights and distances using similar triangles;
Value the practical applications of similarity in everyday life.

Learners solve problems involving similar triangles to find unknown heights and distances.
Learners discuss how similarity is used in fields such as architecture, photography, and engineering.
Learners work on practical applications of similarity in the environment.

How can we use similarity to solve real-life problems?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 219
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Drawing paper
-Charts with real-life applications
-Manila paper for presentations

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Group presentation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Angles and sides of right-angled triangles
Trigonometry - Sine ratio

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

Identify angles and sides of right-angled triangles in different situations;
Distinguish between the hypotenuse, adjacent side, and opposite side;
Appreciate the relationship between angles and sides in right-angled triangles.

Learners draw right-angled triangles with acute angles and identify the longest side (hypotenuse).
Learners identify the side which together with the hypotenuse forms the angle θ (adjacent side).
Learners identify the side facing the angle θ (opposite side).

How do we identify different sides in a right-angled triangle?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 220
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Set square
-Drawing paper
-Charts with labeled triangles
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 222
-Calculator
-Charts showing sine ratio
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Observation -Written exercise -Checklist

Geometry

Trigonometry - Cosine ratio
Trigonometry - Tangent ratio

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

Identify cosine ratio from a right-angled triangle;
Calculate cosine of angles in right-angled triangles;
Enjoy solving problems involving cosine ratio.

Learners draw triangles with specific angles and sides.
Learners calculate ratios of adjacent side to hypotenuse for different angles and discover the cosine ratio.
Learners find the cosine of marked angles in various right-angled triangles.

What is the cosine of an angle and how do we calculate it?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 223
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Calculator
-Drawing paper
-Charts showing cosine ratio
-Worksheets
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 225
-Charts showing tangent ratio
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Reading tables of sines

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

Read tables of trigonometric ratios of acute angles;
Find the sine values of different angles using tables;
Value the importance of mathematical tables in finding trigonometric ratios.

Learners study a part of the table of sines.
Learners use the table to look for specific angles and find their sine values.
Learners find sine values of angles with decimal parts using the 'ADD' column in the tables.

How do we use mathematical tables to find the sine of an angle?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 227
-Mathematical tables
-Calculator
-Worksheets
-Chart showing how to read tables
-Sample exercises

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Trigonometry - Reading tables of cosines and tangents
Trigonometry - Using calculators for trigonometric ratios

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

Read tables of cosines and tangents for acute angles;
Find cosine and tangent values using mathematical tables;
Enjoy using mathematical tables to find trigonometric ratios.

Learners study parts of the tables of cosines and tangents.
Learners use the tables to find cosine and tangent values of specific angles.
Learners find values of angles with decimal parts using the 'SUBTRACT' column for cosines and 'ADD' column for tangents.

How do we use mathematical tables to find cosine and tangent values?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 229-231
-Mathematical tables
-Calculator
-Worksheets
-Chart showing how to read tables
-Sample exercises
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 233
-Scientific calculators
-Chart showing calculator keys

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Written exercise -Observation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Calculating lengths using trigonometric ratios
Trigonometry - Calculating angles using trigonometric ratios

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

Apply trigonometric ratios to calculate lengths of right-angled triangles;
Use sine, cosine, and tangent ratios to find unknown sides;
Appreciate the application of trigonometry in solving real-life problems.

Learners consider a right-angled triangle and find the trigonometric ratio appropriate for finding an unknown side.
Learners find the value of the ratio from tables or calculators and relate it to the expression to find the unknown side.
Learners solve problems involving finding sides of right-angled triangles.

How do we use trigonometric ratios to find unknown sides in right-angled triangles?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 234
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Drawing paper
-Charts with examples
-Worksheets
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 235

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Geometry

Trigonometry - Application in heights and distances
Trigonometry - Application in navigation

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

Apply trigonometric ratios to solve problems involving heights and distances;
Calculate heights of objects using angles of elevation;
Value the use of trigonometry in real-life situations.

Learners solve problems involving finding heights of objects like flag poles, towers, and buildings using angles of elevation.
Learners apply sine, cosine, and tangent ratios as appropriate to calculate unknown heights and distances.
Learners discuss real-life applications of trigonometry in architecture, navigation, and engineering.

How do we use trigonometry to find heights and distances in real-life situations?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 237
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Drawing paper
-Charts with real-life examples
-Manila paper
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 238
-Protractor
-Maps
-Charts with navigation examples

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Group presentation

Geometry

Trigonometry - Review and mixed applications

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

Apply trigonometric concepts in mixed application problems;
Solve problems involving both scale drawing and trigonometry;
Value the integration of different geometric concepts in problem-solving.

Learners solve a variety of problems that integrate different geometric concepts learned.
Learners apply scale drawing, bearings, similar figures, and trigonometric ratios to solve complex problems.
Learners discuss how different geometric concepts interconnect in solving real-world problems.

How can we integrate different geometric concepts to solve complex problems?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 240
-Scientific calculators
-Mathematical tables
-Ruler
-Protractor
-Drawing paper
-Past examination questions

-Oral questions -Problem-solving -Written exercise -Assessment test

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Appropriate class width
Data Interpretation - Finding range and creating groups

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

Determine appropriate class width for grouping data;
Work with data to establish suitable class widths;
Appreciate the importance of appropriate class widths in data representation.

Learners work in groups to consider masses of 40 people in kilograms.
Learners find the difference between the smallest and highest mass (range).
Learners group the masses in smaller groups with different class widths and identify the number of groups formed in each case.

How do we determine an appropriate class width for a given set of data?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 244
-Calculator
-Graph paper
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 245
-Data sets
-Chart with examples

-Oral questions -Group presentations -Written exercise -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Frequency distribution tables
Data Interpretation - Creating frequency tables with different class intervals

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

Draw frequency distribution tables of grouped data;
Use tally marks to organize data into frequency tables;
Value the importance of organizing data in tables.

Learners are presented with data on the number of tree seedlings that survived in 50 different schools.
Learners copy and complete a frequency distribution table using tally marks and frequencies.
Learners discuss and share their completed tables with other groups.

How do we organize data in a frequency distribution table?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 247
-Chart paper
-Ruler
-Calculator
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-Graph paper
-Worksheets with data

-Oral questions -Group presentations -Written exercise -Checklist

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Modal class
Data Interpretation - Mean of ungrouped data

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

Identify the modal class of grouped data;
Determine the class with the highest frequency;
Develop interest in finding the modal class in real-life data.

Learners are presented with assessment marks in a mathematics test for 32 learners.
Learners draw a frequency distribution table to represent the information.
Learners identify and write down the class with the highest frequency (modal class).

What is the modal class and how is it determined?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 248
-Calculator
-Ruler
-Graph paper
-Chart showing frequency distribution tables
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 249
-Chart showing frequency tables
-Worksheets
-Manila paper

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Peer assessment

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Mean of grouped data

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

Calculate the mean of grouped data;
Find the midpoint of class intervals and use in calculations;
Value the importance of mean in summarizing data.

Learners consider a frequency distribution table representing masses in kilograms of learners in a class.
Learners complete a table by finding midpoints of class intervals and calculating fx.
Learners find the sum of frequencies, sum of fx, and divide to find the mean.

How do we calculate the mean of grouped data?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 250
-Calculator
-Graph paper
-Manila paper
-Chart with examples
-Worksheets

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group presentations -Checklist

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Mean calculation in real-life situations
Data Interpretation - Median of grouped data

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

Calculate the mean of grouped data from real-life situations;
Apply the formula for finding mean of grouped data;
Appreciate the use of mean in summarizing data in real life.

Learners are presented with data about plants that survived in 50 sampled schools during an environmental week.
Learners find midpoints of class intervals, multiply by frequencies, and sum them up.
Learners calculate the mean number of plants that survived by dividing the sum of fx by the sum of f.

How is the mean used to summarize real-life data?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 251
-Calculator
-Manila paper
-Chart with examples
-Worksheets
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 252
-Chart showing cumulative frequency tables

-Oral questions -Group work -Written exercise -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Data Interpretation - Calculating median using formula
Data Interpretation - Median calculations in real-life situations

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

Apply the formula for calculating median of grouped data;
Identify class boundaries, frequencies, and cumulative frequencies;
Show interest in finding median from real-life data.

Learners consider marks scored by 40 learners in a test presented in a table.
Learners complete the column for cumulative frequency and identify the median class.
Learners identify the lower class boundary, cumulative frequency above median class, class width, and frequency of median class to substitute in the formula.

How do we use the formula to calculate the median of grouped data?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 253
-Calculator
-Graph paper
-Chart showing median formula
-Worksheets
-Manila paper
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 254
-Chart with example calculations
-Worksheets with real-life data
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group work assessment -Assessment rubrics

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Equally likely outcomes
Probability - Range of probability

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

Perform experiments involving equally likely outcomes;
Record outcomes of chance experiments;
Appreciate that some events have equal chances of occurring.

Learners work in groups to flip a fair coin 20 times.
Learners record the number of times heads and tails come up.
Learners divide the number of times heads or tails comes up by the total number of tosses to find probabilities.

What makes events equally likely to occur?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 256
-Coins
-Chart paper
-Table for recording outcomes
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 257
-Dice
-Chart showing probability scale (0-1)

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Group work assessment -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Complementary events

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

Calculate probability of complementary events;
Understand that sum of probabilities of complementary events is 1;
Show interest in applying complementary probability in real-life situations.

Learners discuss examples of complementary events.
Learners solve problems where the probability of one event is given and they need to find the probability of its complement.
Learners verify that the sum of probabilities of an event and its complement equals 1.

How are complementary events related in terms of their probabilities?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 258
-Calculator
-Chart showing complementary events
-Worksheets with problems
-Manila paper
-Colored markers

-Oral questions -Written exercise -Group work assessment -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Mutually exclusive events
Probability - Experiments with mutually exclusive events

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

Identify mutually exclusive events in real-life situations;
Recognize events that cannot occur simultaneously;
Appreciate the concept of mutually exclusive events.

Learners flip a fair coin several times and record the face that shows up.
Learners discuss that heads and tails cannot show up at the same time (mutually exclusive).
Learners identify mutually exclusive events from various examples.

What makes events mutually exclusive?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 258
-Coins
-Chart with examples of mutually exclusive events
-Flashcards with different scenarios
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 259
-Dice
-Colored objects in boxes
-Calculator
-Chart showing probability calculations
-Worksheets with problems

-Oral questions -Group discussions -Written exercise -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Independent events
Probability - Calculating probabilities of independent events

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

Perform experiments involving independent events;
Understand that outcome of one event doesn't affect another;
Show interest in applying independent events probability in real-life.

Learners toss a fair coin and a fair die at the same time and record outcomes.
Learners repeat the experiment several times.
Learners discuss that the outcome of the coin toss doesn't affect the outcome of the die roll (independence).

What makes events independent from each other?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 260
-Coins and dice
-Table for recording outcomes
-Chart showing examples of independent events
-Manila paper
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 261
-Calculator
-Chart showing multiplication rule
-Worksheets with problems

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Group discussions -Observation

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Tree diagrams for single outcomes
Probability - Complex tree diagrams

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

Draw a probability tree diagram for a single outcome;
Represent probability situations using tree diagrams;
Value the use of tree diagrams in organizing probability information.

Learners write down possible outcomes when a fair coin is flipped once.
Learners find the total number of all outcomes and probability of each outcome.
Learners complete a tree diagram with possible outcomes and their probabilities.

How do tree diagrams help us understand probability situations?

-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 262
-Chart paper
-Ruler
-Worksheets with blank tree diagrams
-Chart showing completed tree diagrams
-Colored markers
-KLB Mathematics Grade 9 Textbook page 263
-Calculator
-Chart showing complex tree diagrams
-Worksheets with problems

-Oral questions -Practical activity -Group work assessment -Checklist

Data Handling and Probability

Probability - Complex tree diagrams

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