TMN3705
ASSIGNMENT 3 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 22 AUGUST 2025
, Teaching Natural Science and Technology
QUESTION 1
1.1 Difference between lesson outcome and lesson objective (NSTech examples)
Aspect Lesson Objective Lesson Outcome
A broad statement describing
A specific, measurable statement of
what the teacher intends learners
what learners will actually be able to
Definition to achieve by the end of the
demonstrate after the lesson. It
lesson. It focuses on teaching
focuses on learner achievement.
intention.
General, abstract, often
Nature Specific, observable, and measurable.
unmeasurable.
Outcome: “By the end of the lesson,
Objective: “Learners will learners will be able to classify rocks
Example in
understand the different types of into igneous, sedimentary, and
NSTech
rocks and how they are formed.” metamorphic categories, giving at
least two examples of each.”
1.2 Key aspects for preparing a lesson plan for a novice NSTech teacher
To ensure a beginner teacher can deliver the lesson effectively:
1. Clear, detailed lesson objectives and outcomes – so they know the intended
learning.
2. Step-by-step teaching procedure – including timing for each activity.
3. Content notes – with correct scientific facts and examples.
4. Teaching strategies and methods – e.g., demonstration, group work,
questioning.
5. Resources and materials list – including how to use each.
ASSIGNMENT 3 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 22 AUGUST 2025
, Teaching Natural Science and Technology
QUESTION 1
1.1 Difference between lesson outcome and lesson objective (NSTech examples)
Aspect Lesson Objective Lesson Outcome
A broad statement describing
A specific, measurable statement of
what the teacher intends learners
what learners will actually be able to
Definition to achieve by the end of the
demonstrate after the lesson. It
lesson. It focuses on teaching
focuses on learner achievement.
intention.
General, abstract, often
Nature Specific, observable, and measurable.
unmeasurable.
Outcome: “By the end of the lesson,
Objective: “Learners will learners will be able to classify rocks
Example in
understand the different types of into igneous, sedimentary, and
NSTech
rocks and how they are formed.” metamorphic categories, giving at
least two examples of each.”
1.2 Key aspects for preparing a lesson plan for a novice NSTech teacher
To ensure a beginner teacher can deliver the lesson effectively:
1. Clear, detailed lesson objectives and outcomes – so they know the intended
learning.
2. Step-by-step teaching procedure – including timing for each activity.
3. Content notes – with correct scientific facts and examples.
4. Teaching strategies and methods – e.g., demonstration, group work,
questioning.
5. Resources and materials list – including how to use each.
