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Science
Chemistry: LO: Describe the trends in the periodic table.
The learners were able to explain the trends in the physical properties of elements in the periodic
table. They were able to describe the physical properties and chemical reactions of Group I and
VII elements based on their electronic structures. The learners enhanced and explored their
knowledge of the underactivity of Group VIII elements.
Grade 9

Math Hindi English
English

LO: To consider strategies which we can use to identify relevant textual evidence and ideas.

Learners in pairs framed comprehension questions based on the given short story. The questions

were based on implicit meaning, explicit meaning, vocabulary, figurative language, evidence-
based questions and grammatical concepts. Each pair presented a minimum of five questions

which were reviewed and answered in a Q and A session by their peers. The activity helped the

students to exercise their thinking skills to frame the question based on the given strategy and
then to answer them.
Math

LO: Percentages and Applications
Students have been learning the topic through PowerPoint, interactive web sites as well as
classroom teaching. Focus was more on aligning learning to expectations of Cambridge with
exam type questions and discussions on the same. PIE approximation day activities were also
incorporated
Science
Chemistry: LO: Atoms, elements and compounds.
The learners were able to define atoms, elements and compounds. They were able to distinguish
between Ionic bonding and covalent bonding by drawing structures of ionic compounds and
covalent compounds. They were able to describe the physical properties and chemical properties
of ionic and covalent compounds. PPT, notes and worksheets were prepared based on the
Cambridge learning objectives and were discussed in the class.
Hindi
LO: Learn about historical places