What are the learning objectives, experiences, and assessment methods for teaching Grade 3 students about conjunctions 'but' and 'because'?

here is a scheme of work for Grade 3, focusing on conjunctions, with detailed learning outcomes, experiences, resources, and assessment methods.

Scheme of Work

• Subject: English Language
• Grade: 3
• Strand: 7.3 Language Use
• Sub-strand: 7.3.1 Conjunctions (2 lessons)
• Overall Topic: Connecting Ideas with Conjunctions

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Lesson 1: Introducing 'But' and 'Because'

• Week: (e.g., Week 1)
• Sub-topic: Identifying and Understanding Conjunctions
• Learning Outcomes:
  • Knowledge: Students will know the meaning and basic function of the conjunctions 'but' and 'because'.
  • Skill: Students will be able to identify 'but' and 'because' in written text and use them to join simple phrases.
  • Attitude: Students will show curiosity and willingness to learn how to connect ideas using conjunctions.
• Learning Experiences:
  • The learner is guided to watch a video clip and identify sentences and phrases with the target conjunctions.
  • Students use the conjunctions 'but' and 'because' in sentences orally and in writing.
  • Students team up to play a language game featuring the target conjunctions.
  • Students view flashcards showing pictures based on a theme and make oral sentences using the words 'because' and 'but'.
• Key Inquiry Question(s): When do we use the words 'but' and 'because' in sentences?
• Resources: Video clips, flashcards with sentences/pictures, language game materials, whiteboard/chart.
• Assessment: Observation of participation in activities, oral responses, identification of conjunctions in given sentences, simple sentence construction using 'but' and 'because'.

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Lesson 2: Applying 'But' and 'Because' for Effective Communication

• Week: (e.g., Week 2)
• Sub-topic: Using Conjunctions to Express Contrasting and Causal Ideas
• Learning Outcomes:
  • Knowledge: Students will understand how 'but' connects contrasting ideas and 'because' explains reasons.
  • Skill: Students will be able to join phrases and complete sentences using 'but' and 'because' to communicate ideas clearly.
  • Attitude: Students will demonstrate confidence and responsibility in using conjunctions to express themselves effectively.
• Learning Experiences:
  • The learner is guided to take part in using a substitution table to join phrases using the conjunctions 'but' and 'because' with peers.
  • Students play a drag and drop game to fill in gaps in sentences using 'but' and 'because'.
  • Students write short sentences or paragraphs, applying 'but' and 'because' to express their own ideas.
• Key Inquiry Question(s): When do we use the words 'but' and 'because' in sentences?
• Resources: Substitution tables, drag and drop game worksheets/digital activity, sentence strips, writing notebooks.
• Assessment: Completion of gap-filling exercises, accuracy in using 'but' and 'because' in written sentences, observation of collaborative activities.

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Core Competencies to be developed:

• Communication: The learner's ability to speak clearly and effectively is enhanced as they use conjunctions 'but' and 'because' in sentences.

Values:

• Social Justice: is cultivated as the learner fosters inclusivity and non-discrimination as they play language games with peers.

Pertinent and Contemporary Issues (PCIs):

• Life Skills (Self-esteem): The learner's self-esteem is heightened as they communicate ideas using the target conjunctions.

Link to other Learning Areas:

• The learner applies the knowledge acquired when learning similar concepts in Kiswahili and Indigenous Languages Activities.