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WK LSN TOPIC SUB-TOPIC OBJECTIVES T/L ACTIVITIES T/L AIDS REFERENCE REMARKS
1 1
Linear Programming
Introduction to Linear Programming
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand the concept of optimization in real life
-Identify decision variables in practical situations
-Recognize constraints and objective functions
-Understand applications of linear programming
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss resource allocation problems in daily life
-Identify optimization scenarios in business and farming
-Introduce decision-making with limited resources
-Use simple examples from student experiences
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Real-life examples
-Chalk/markers
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 165-167
1 2
Linear Programming
Introduction to Linear Programming
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand the concept of optimization in real life
-Identify decision variables in practical situations
-Recognize constraints and objective functions
-Understand applications of linear programming
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss resource allocation problems in daily life
-Identify optimization scenarios in business and farming
-Introduce decision-making with limited resources
-Use simple examples from student experiences
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Real-life examples
-Chalk/markers
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 165-167
1 3
Linear Programming
Forming Linear Inequalities from Word Problems
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Translate real-world constraints into mathematical inequalities
-Identify decision variables in word problems
-Form inequalities from resource limitations
-Use correct mathematical notation for constraints
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Work through farmer's crop planning problem
-Practice translating budget constraints into inequalities
-Form inequalities from production capacity limits
-Use Kenyan business examples for relevance
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Local business examples
-Agricultural scenarios
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 165-167
1 4
Linear Programming
Types of Constraints
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Identify non-negativity constraints
-Understand resource constraints and their implications
-Form demand and supply constraints
-Apply constraint formation to various industries
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Practice with non-negativity constraints (x ≥ 0, y ≥ 0)
-Form material and labor constraints
-Apply to manufacturing and service industries
-Use school resource allocation examples
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Industry examples
-School scenarios
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 165-167
1 5
Linear Programming
Types of Constraints
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Identify non-negativity constraints
-Understand resource constraints and their implications
-Form demand and supply constraints
-Apply constraint formation to various industries
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Practice with non-negativity constraints (x ≥ 0, y ≥ 0)
-Form material and labor constraints
-Apply to manufacturing and service industries
-Use school resource allocation examples
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Industry examples
-School scenarios
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 165-167
1 6
Linear Programming
Objective Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Define objective functions for maximization problems
-Define objective functions for minimization problems
-Understand profit, cost, and other objective measures
-Connect objective functions to real-world goals
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Form profit maximization functions
-Create cost minimization functions
-Practice with revenue and efficiency objectives
-Apply to business and production scenarios
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Business examples
-Production scenarios
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 165-167
1 7
Linear Programming
Complete Problem Formulation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Combine constraints and objective functions
-Write complete linear programming problems
-Check formulation for completeness and correctness
-Apply systematic approach to problem setup
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Work through complete problem formulation process
-Practice with multiple constraint types
-Verify problem setup using logical reasoning
-Apply to comprehensive business scenarios
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Complete examples
-Systematic templates
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 165-167
2 1
Linear Programming
Introduction to Graphical Solution Method
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand graphical representation of inequalities
-Plot constraint lines on coordinate plane
-Identify feasible and infeasible regions
-Understand boundary lines and their significance
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Plot simple inequality x + y ≤ 10 on graph
-Shade feasible regions systematically
-Distinguish between ≤ and < inequalities
-Practice with multiple examples on manila paper
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Colored pencils
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 166-172
2 2
Linear Programming
Introduction to Graphical Solution Method
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand graphical representation of inequalities
-Plot constraint lines on coordinate plane
-Identify feasible and infeasible regions
-Understand boundary lines and their significance
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Plot simple inequality x + y ≤ 10 on graph
-Shade feasible regions systematically
-Distinguish between ≤ and < inequalities
-Practice with multiple examples on manila paper
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Colored pencils
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 166-172
2 3
Linear Programming
Introduction to Graphical Solution Method
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand graphical representation of inequalities
-Plot constraint lines on coordinate plane
-Identify feasible and infeasible regions
-Understand boundary lines and their significance
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Plot simple inequality x + y ≤ 10 on graph
-Shade feasible regions systematically
-Distinguish between ≤ and < inequalities
-Practice with multiple examples on manila paper
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Colored pencils
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 166-172
2 4
Linear Programming
Plotting Multiple Constraints
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Plot multiple inequalities on same graph
-Find intersection of constraint lines
-Identify feasible region bounded by multiple constraints
-Handle cases with no feasible solution
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Plot system of 3-4 constraints simultaneously
-Find intersection points of constraint lines
-Identify and shade final feasible region
-Discuss unbounded and empty feasible regions
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Different colored pencils
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 166-172
2 5
Linear Programming
Properties of Feasible Regions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand that feasible region is convex
-Identify corner points (vertices) of feasible region
-Understand significance of corner points
-Calculate coordinates of corner points
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify all corner points of feasible region
-Calculate intersection points algebraically
-Verify corner points satisfy all constraints
-Understand why corner points are important
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Calculators
-Algebraic methods
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 166-172
2 6
Linear Programming
Properties of Feasible Regions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand that feasible region is convex
-Identify corner points (vertices) of feasible region
-Understand significance of corner points
-Calculate coordinates of corner points
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify all corner points of feasible region
-Calculate intersection points algebraically
-Verify corner points satisfy all constraints
-Understand why corner points are important
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Calculators
-Algebraic methods
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 166-172
2 7
Linear Programming
Introduction to Optimization
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of optimal solution
-Recognize that optimal solution occurs at corner points
-Learn to evaluate objective function at corner points
-Compare values to find maximum or minimum
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Evaluate objective function at each corner point
-Compare values to identify optimal solution
-Practice with both maximization and minimization
-Verify optimal solution satisfies all constraints
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Calculators
-Evaluation tables
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
3 1
Linear Programming
The Corner Point Method
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply systematic corner point evaluation method
-Create organized tables for corner point analysis
-Identify optimal corner point efficiently
-Handle cases with multiple optimal solutions
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Create systematic evaluation table
-Work through corner point method step-by-step
-Practice with various objective functions
-Identify and handle tie cases
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Evaluation templates
-Systematic approach
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
3 2
Linear Programming
The Corner Point Method
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply systematic corner point evaluation method
-Create organized tables for corner point analysis
-Identify optimal corner point efficiently
-Handle cases with multiple optimal solutions
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Create systematic evaluation table
-Work through corner point method step-by-step
-Practice with various objective functions
-Identify and handle tie cases
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Evaluation templates
-Systematic approach
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
3 3
Linear Programming
The Iso-Profit/Iso-Cost Line Method
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of iso-profit and iso-cost lines
-Draw family of parallel objective function lines
-Use slope to find optimal point graphically
-Apply sliding line method for optimization
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Draw iso-profit lines for given objective function
-Show family of parallel lines with different values
-Find optimal point by sliding line to extreme position
-Practice with both maximization and minimization
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Sliding technique
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
3 4
Linear Programming
The Iso-Profit/Iso-Cost Line Method
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of iso-profit and iso-cost lines
-Draw family of parallel objective function lines
-Use slope to find optimal point graphically
-Apply sliding line method for optimization
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Draw iso-profit lines for given objective function
-Show family of parallel lines with different values
-Find optimal point by sliding line to extreme position
-Practice with both maximization and minimization
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Sliding technique
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
3 5
Linear Programming
Comparing Solution Methods
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Compare corner point and iso-line methods
-Understand when each method is most efficient
-Verify solutions using both methods
-Choose appropriate method for different problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Solve same problem using both methods
-Compare efficiency and accuracy of methods
-Practice method selection based on problem type
-Verify consistency of results
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Method comparison
-Verification examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
3 6
Linear Programming
Business Applications - Production Planning
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply linear programming to production problems
-Solve manufacturing optimization problems
-Handle resource allocation in production
-Apply to Kenyan manufacturing scenarios
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Solve factory production optimization problem
-Apply to textile or food processing examples
-Use local manufacturing scenarios
-Calculate optimal production mix
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Manufacturing examples
-Kenyan industry data
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
3 7
Linear Programming
Business Applications - Production Planning
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply linear programming to production problems
-Solve manufacturing optimization problems
-Handle resource allocation in production
-Apply to Kenyan manufacturing scenarios
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Solve factory production optimization problem
-Apply to textile or food processing examples
-Use local manufacturing scenarios
-Calculate optimal production mix
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Manufacturing examples
-Kenyan industry data
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 172-176
4 1
Differentiation
Introduction to Rate of Change
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of rate of change in daily life
-Distinguish between average and instantaneous rates
-Identify examples of changing quantities
-Connect rate of change to gradient concepts
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss speed as rate of change of distance
-Examine population growth rates
-Analyze temperature change throughout the day
-Connect to gradients of lines from coordinate geometry
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Real-world examples
-Graph examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 177-182
4 2
Differentiation
Average Rate of Change
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Calculate average rate of change between two points
-Use formula: average rate = Δy/Δx
-Apply to distance-time and other practical graphs
-Understand limitations of average rate calculations
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Calculate average speed between two time points
-Find average rate of population change
-Use coordinate points to find average rates
-Compare average rates over different intervals
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Calculators
-Graph paper
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 177-182
4 3
Differentiation
Average Rate of Change
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Calculate average rate of change between two points
-Use formula: average rate = Δy/Δx
-Apply to distance-time and other practical graphs
-Understand limitations of average rate calculations
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Calculate average speed between two time points
-Find average rate of population change
-Use coordinate points to find average rates
-Compare average rates over different intervals
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Calculators
-Graph paper
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 177-182
4 4
Differentiation
Instantaneous Rate of Change
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of instantaneous rate
-Recognize instantaneous rate as limit of average rates
-Connect to tangent line gradients
-Apply to real-world motion problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Demonstrate instantaneous speed using car speedometer
-Show limiting process using smaller intervals
-Connect to tangent line slopes on curves
-Practice with motion and growth examples
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Tangent demonstrations
-Motion examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 177-182
4 5
Differentiation
Instantaneous Rate of Change
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of instantaneous rate
-Recognize instantaneous rate as limit of average rates
-Connect to tangent line gradients
-Apply to real-world motion problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Demonstrate instantaneous speed using car speedometer
-Show limiting process using smaller intervals
-Connect to tangent line slopes on curves
-Practice with motion and growth examples
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Tangent demonstrations
-Motion examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 177-182
4 6
Differentiation
Gradient of Curves at Points
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find gradient of curve at specific points
-Use tangent line method for gradient estimation
-Apply limiting process to find exact gradients
-Practice with various curve types
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Draw tangent lines to curves on manila paper
-Estimate gradients using tangent slopes
-Use the limiting approach with chord sequences
-Practice with parabolas and other curves
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Rulers
-Curve examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 178-182
4 7
Differentiation
Introduction to Delta Notation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand delta (Δ) notation for small changes
-Use Δx and Δy for coordinate changes
-Apply delta notation to rate calculations
-Practice reading and writing delta expressions
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Introduce delta as symbol for "change in"
-Practice writing Δx, Δy, Δt expressions
-Use delta notation in rate of change formulas
-Apply to coordinate geometry problems
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Delta notation examples
-Symbol practice
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 182-184
5 1
Differentiation
The Limiting Process
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of limit in differentiation
-Apply "as Δx approaches zero" reasoning
-Use limiting process to find exact derivatives
-Practice systematic limiting calculations
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Demonstrate limiting process with numerical examples
-Show chord approaching tangent as Δx → 0
-Calculate limits using table of values
-Practice systematic limit evaluation
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Limit tables
-Systematic examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 182-184
5 2
Differentiation
The Limiting Process
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand concept of limit in differentiation
-Apply "as Δx approaches zero" reasoning
-Use limiting process to find exact derivatives
-Practice systematic limiting calculations
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Demonstrate limiting process with numerical examples
-Show chord approaching tangent as Δx → 0
-Calculate limits using table of values
-Practice systematic limit evaluation
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Limit tables
-Systematic examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 182-184
5 3
Differentiation
Introduction to Derivatives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Define derivative as limit of rate of change
-Use dy/dx notation for derivatives
-Understand derivative as gradient function
-Connect derivatives to tangent line slopes
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Introduce derivative notation dy/dx
-Show derivative as gradient of tangent
-Practice derivative concept with simple functions
-Connect to previous gradient work
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Derivative notation
-Function examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 182-184
5 4
Differentiation
Introduction to Derivatives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Define derivative as limit of rate of change
-Use dy/dx notation for derivatives
-Understand derivative as gradient function
-Connect derivatives to tangent line slopes
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Introduce derivative notation dy/dx
-Show derivative as gradient of tangent
-Practice derivative concept with simple functions
-Connect to previous gradient work
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Derivative notation
-Function examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 182-184
5 5
Differentiation
Derivative of Linear Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find derivatives of linear functions y = mx + c
-Understand that derivative of linear function is constant
-Apply to straight line gradient problems
-Verify using limiting process
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find derivative of y = 3x + 2 using definition
-Show that derivative equals the gradient
-Practice with various linear functions
-Verify results using first principles
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Linear function examples
-Verification methods
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
5 6
Differentiation
Derivative of Linear Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find derivatives of linear functions y = mx + c
-Understand that derivative of linear function is constant
-Apply to straight line gradient problems
-Verify using limiting process
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find derivative of y = 3x + 2 using definition
-Show that derivative equals the gradient
-Practice with various linear functions
-Verify results using first principles
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Linear function examples
-Verification methods
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
5 7
Differentiation
Derivative of y = x^n (Basic Powers)
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find derivatives of power functions
-Apply the rule d/dx(x^n) = nx^(n-1)
-Practice with x², x³, x⁴, etc.
-Verify using first principles for simple cases
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Derive d/dx(x²) = 2x using first principles
-Apply power rule to various functions
-Practice with x³, x⁴, x⁵ examples
-Verify selected results using definition
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Power rule examples
-First principles verification
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
6 1
Differentiation
Derivative of Constant Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand that derivative of constant is zero
-Apply to functions like y = 5, y = -3
-Explain geometric meaning of zero derivative
-Combine with other differentiation rules
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Show that horizontal lines have zero gradient
-Find derivatives of constant functions
-Explain why rate of change of constant is zero
-Apply to mixed functions with constants
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Constant function graphs
-Geometric explanations
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
6 2
Differentiation
Derivative of Constant Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand that derivative of constant is zero
-Apply to functions like y = 5, y = -3
-Explain geometric meaning of zero derivative
-Combine with other differentiation rules
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Show that horizontal lines have zero gradient
-Find derivatives of constant functions
-Explain why rate of change of constant is zero
-Apply to mixed functions with constants
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Constant function graphs
-Geometric explanations
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
6 3
Differentiation
Derivative of Coefficient Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find derivatives of functions like y = ax^n
-Apply constant multiple rule
-Practice with various coefficient values
-Combine coefficient and power rules
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find derivative of y = 5x³
-Apply rule d/dx(af(x)) = a·f'(x)
-Practice with negative coefficients
-Combine multiple rules systematically
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Coefficient examples
-Rule combinations
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
6 4
Differentiation
Derivative of Coefficient Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find derivatives of functions like y = ax^n
-Apply constant multiple rule
-Practice with various coefficient values
-Combine coefficient and power rules
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find derivative of y = 5x³
-Apply rule d/dx(af(x)) = a·f'(x)
-Practice with negative coefficients
-Combine multiple rules systematically
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Coefficient examples
-Rule combinations
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
6 5
Differentiation
Derivative of Polynomial Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find derivatives of polynomial functions
-Apply term-by-term differentiation
-Practice with various polynomial degrees
-Verify results using first principles
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Differentiate y = x³ + 2x² - 5x + 7
-Apply rule to each term separately
-Practice with various polynomial types
-Check results using definition for simple cases
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Polynomial examples
-Term-by-term method
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 184-188
6 6
Differentiation
Applications to Tangent Lines
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find equations of tangent lines to curves
-Use derivatives to find tangent gradients
-Apply point-slope form for tangent equations
-Solve problems involving tangent lines
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find tangent to y = x² at point (2, 4)
-Use derivative to get gradient at specific point
-Apply y - y₁ = m(x - x₁) formula
-Practice with various curves and points
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Tangent line examples
-Point-slope applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 187-189
6 7
Differentiation
Applications to Tangent Lines
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find equations of tangent lines to curves
-Use derivatives to find tangent gradients
-Apply point-slope form for tangent equations
-Solve problems involving tangent lines
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find tangent to y = x² at point (2, 4)
-Use derivative to get gradient at specific point
-Apply y - y₁ = m(x - x₁) formula
-Practice with various curves and points
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Tangent line examples
-Point-slope applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 187-189
7 1
Differentiation
Applications to Normal Lines
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Find equations of normal lines to curves
-Use negative reciprocal of tangent gradient
-Apply to perpendicular line problems
-Practice with normal line calculations
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find normal to y = x² at point (2, 4)
-Use negative reciprocal relationship
-Apply perpendicular line concepts
-Practice normal line equation finding
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Normal line examples
-Perpendicular concepts
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 187-189
7 2
Differentiation
Introduction to Stationary Points
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Define stationary points as points where dy/dx = 0
-Identify different types of stationary points
-Understand geometric meaning of zero gradient
-Find stationary points by solving dy/dx = 0
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Show horizontal tangents at stationary points
-Find stationary points of y = x² - 4x + 3
-Identify maximum, minimum, and inflection points
-Practice finding where dy/dx = 0
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Curve sketches
-Stationary point examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 189-195
7 3
Differentiation
Introduction to Stationary Points
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Define stationary points as points where dy/dx = 0
-Identify different types of stationary points
-Understand geometric meaning of zero gradient
-Find stationary points by solving dy/dx = 0
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Show horizontal tangents at stationary points
-Find stationary points of y = x² - 4x + 3
-Identify maximum, minimum, and inflection points
-Practice finding where dy/dx = 0
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Curve sketches
-Stationary point examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 189-195
7 4
Differentiation
Types of Stationary Points
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Distinguish between maximum and minimum points
-Identify points of inflection
-Use first derivative test for classification
-Apply gradient analysis around stationary points
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Analyze gradient changes around stationary points
-Use sign analysis of dy/dx
-Classify stationary points by gradient behavior
-Practice with various function types
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Sign analysis charts
-Classification examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 189-195
7 5
Differentiation
Types of Stationary Points
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Distinguish between maximum and minimum points
-Identify points of inflection
-Use first derivative test for classification
-Apply gradient analysis around stationary points
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Analyze gradient changes around stationary points
-Use sign analysis of dy/dx
-Classify stationary points by gradient behavior
-Practice with various function types
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Sign analysis charts
-Classification examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 189-195
7 6
Differentiation
Finding and Classifying Stationary Points
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Solve dy/dx = 0 to find stationary points
-Apply systematic classification method
-Use organized approach for point analysis
-Practice with polynomial functions
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Work through complete stationary point analysis
-Use systematic gradient sign testing
-Create organized solution format
-Practice with cubic and quartic functions
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Systematic templates
-Complete examples
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 189-195
7 7
Differentiation
Curve Sketching Using Derivatives
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Use derivatives to sketch accurate curves
-Identify key features: intercepts, stationary points
-Apply systematic curve sketching method
-Combine algebraic and graphical analysis
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Sketch y = x³ - 3x² + 2 using derivatives
-Find intercepts, stationary points, and behavior
-Use systematic curve sketching approach
-Verify sketches using derivative information
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Curve sketching templates
-Systematic method
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 195-197
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HALF TERM

9 1
Differentiation
Introduction to Kinematics Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply derivatives to displacement-time relationships
-Understand velocity as first derivative of displacement
-Find velocity functions from displacement functions
-Apply to motion problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find velocity from s = t³ - 2t² + 5t
-Apply v = ds/dt to motion problems
-Practice with various displacement functions
-Connect to real-world motion scenarios
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Motion examples
-Kinematics applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 197-201
9 2
Differentiation
Introduction to Kinematics Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply derivatives to displacement-time relationships
-Understand velocity as first derivative of displacement
-Find velocity functions from displacement functions
-Apply to motion problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find velocity from s = t³ - 2t² + 5t
-Apply v = ds/dt to motion problems
-Practice with various displacement functions
-Connect to real-world motion scenarios
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Motion examples
-Kinematics applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 197-201
9 3
Differentiation
Acceleration as Second Derivative
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand acceleration as derivative of velocity
-Apply a = dv/dt = d²s/dt² notation
-Find acceleration functions from displacement
-Apply to motion analysis problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find acceleration from velocity functions
-Use second derivative notation
-Apply to projectile motion problems
-Practice with particle motion scenarios
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Second derivative examples
-Motion analysis
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 197-201
9 4
Differentiation
Acceleration as Second Derivative
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Understand acceleration as derivative of velocity
-Apply a = dv/dt = d²s/dt² notation
-Find acceleration functions from displacement
-Apply to motion analysis problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find acceleration from velocity functions
-Use second derivative notation
-Apply to projectile motion problems
-Practice with particle motion scenarios
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Second derivative examples
-Motion analysis
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 197-201
9 5
Differentiation
Motion Problems and Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Solve complete motion analysis problems
-Find displacement, velocity, acceleration relationships
-Apply to real-world motion scenarios
-Use derivatives for motion optimization
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Analyze complete motion of falling object
-Find when particle changes direction
-Calculate maximum height in projectile motion
-Apply to vehicle motion problems
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Complete motion examples
-Real scenarios
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 197-201
9 6
Differentiation
Motion Problems and Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Solve complete motion analysis problems
-Find displacement, velocity, acceleration relationships
-Apply to real-world motion scenarios
-Use derivatives for motion optimization
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Analyze complete motion of falling object
-Find when particle changes direction
-Calculate maximum height in projectile motion
-Apply to vehicle motion problems
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Complete motion examples
-Real scenarios
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 197-201
9 7
Differentiation
Introduction to Optimization
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply derivatives to find maximum and minimum values
-Understand optimization in real-world contexts
-Use calculus for practical optimization problems
-Connect to business and engineering applications
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find maximum area of rectangle with fixed perimeter
-Apply calculus to profit maximization
-Use derivatives for cost minimization
-Practice with geometric optimization
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Optimization examples
-Real applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 201-204
10 1
Differentiation
Geometric Optimization Problems
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply calculus to geometric optimization
-Find maximum areas and minimum perimeters
-Use derivatives for shape optimization
-Apply to construction and design problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find dimensions for maximum area enclosure
-Optimize container volumes and surface areas
-Apply to architectural design problems
-Practice with various geometric constraints
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Geometric examples
-Design applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 201-204
10 2
Differentiation
Geometric Optimization Problems
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply calculus to geometric optimization
-Find maximum areas and minimum perimeters
-Use derivatives for shape optimization
-Apply to construction and design problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find dimensions for maximum area enclosure
-Optimize container volumes and surface areas
-Apply to architectural design problems
-Practice with various geometric constraints
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Geometric examples
-Design applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 201-204
10 3
Differentiation
Business and Economic Applications
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply derivatives to profit and cost functions
-Find marginal cost and marginal revenue
-Use calculus for business optimization
-Apply to Kenyan business scenarios
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Find maximum profit using calculus
-Calculate marginal cost and revenue
-Apply to agricultural and manufacturing examples
-Use derivatives for business decision-making
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Business examples
-Economic applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 201-204
10 4
Differentiation
Advanced Optimization Problems
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Solve complex optimization with multiple constraints
-Apply systematic optimization methodology
-Use calculus for engineering applications
-Practice with advanced real-world problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Solve complex geometric optimization problems
-Apply to engineering design scenarios
-Use systematic optimization approach
-Practice with multi-variable situations
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Complex examples
-Engineering applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 201-204
10 5
Differentiation
Advanced Optimization Problems
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Solve complex optimization with multiple constraints
-Apply systematic optimization methodology
-Use calculus for engineering applications
-Practice with advanced real-world problems
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Solve complex geometric optimization problems
-Apply to engineering design scenarios
-Use systematic optimization approach
-Practice with multi-variable situations
Exercise books
-Manila paper
-Complex examples
-Engineering applications
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 201-204
10 6
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Introduction to area approximation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- define area approximation
- identify examples of irregular shapes from real life
- appreciate the relevance of area approximation in society
- Brainstorming session listing irregular shapes (lakes, leaves, land masses)
- Demonstration using outlines of Lake Victoria and a leaf
- Learners draw three irregular shapes from their environment
Wall map of Kenya, traced outlines, real leaves, chalkboard
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 205
10 7
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Tracing and overlaying on a square grid
Area Approximation - Counting full and partial squares
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- trace an irregular outline onto tracing paper
- overlay the tracing onto a 1 cm square grid
- distinguish between fully and partially enclosed squares
- Practical activity: learners trace an irregular shape onto tracing paper and overlay on graph paper
- Teacher demonstrates correct alignment
- Learners shade full and partial squares in different colours
Tracing paper, graph paper, pencils, coloured pencils, rulers
Traced outlines, graph paper, calculators, manila paper
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 206
11 1
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Applying scale to find actual area
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- interpret a given map scale (e.g. 1:50 000)
- apply the rule (linear scale)² = area scale
- solve problems involving counting technique with scales
- Worked example on actual area calculation from a 1:50 000 scale map
- Learners solve textbook problems in pairs
- Discussion on common errors when squaring the scale factor
Topographical map sample, graph paper, calculators, chalkboard
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 208
11 2
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Subdividing irregular regions into known shapes
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- subdivide an irregular region into rectangles, triangles, and trapezia
- compute areas using standard formulae
- compare this method with the counting technique
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Demonstration of subdividing an irregular region
- Individual practice on Exercise 9.1
- Peer marking and comparison of results from both methods
Manila paper outlines, rulers, set squares, calculators
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 209
11 3
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Deriving the trapezium rule
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- recall the formula for area of a trapezium
- derive the trapezium rule A = (h/2)[y₀ + yₙ + 2(y₁ + … + yₙ₋₁)]
- identify ordinates and the strip width h
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Review of trapezium area formula
- Step-by-step derivation by dividing a region into strips and summing areas
- Guided drawing of strips under a sample curve
Graph paper, manila paper, rulers, chalkboard
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 210
11 4
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Applying the trapezium rule to irregular shapes
Area Approximation - Estimating area under a curve using the trapezium rule
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- measure ordinates at equal intervals across an irregular shape
- compute the area using the trapezium rule formula
- compare estimates with the counting technique
- Practical activity: learners mark intervals, measure ordinates, and tabulate values
- Computation of area using the trapezium rule
- Group work comparing results across methods
Graph paper, rulers, calculators, worksheets
Graph paper, calculators, worksheets, chalkboard
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 213
11 5
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Deriving and applying the mid-ordinate rule
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- distinguish between an ordinate and a mid-ordinate
- derive the mid-ordinate rule A = h(y₁ + y₂ + … + yₙ)
- apply the rule to estimate area under a curve
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Step-by-step derivation treating each strip as a rectangle
- Worked example computing mid-ordinates for y = x² + 1 from x = 0 to x = 4
- Pair work on a textbook example
Graph paper, calculators, worksheets, chalkboard
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 217
11 6
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Comparison of methods and consolidation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply all three approximation methods to the same region
- identify sources of error and compare accuracy
- solve mixed-method problems including real-life applications
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Whole-class problem-solving using all three methods on one region
- Group work to tabulate and compare estimates
- End-of-topic short test (10 minutes) covering all three methods
Graph paper, calculators, comparison tables, test handout
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 219
11 7
Area Approximation
Area Approximation - Comparison of methods and consolidation
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- apply all three approximation methods to the same region
- identify sources of error and compare accuracy
- solve mixed-method problems including real-life applications
In groups, learners are guided to:
- Whole-class problem-solving using all three methods on one region
- Group work to tabulate and compare estimates
- End-of-topic short test (10 minutes) covering all three methods
Graph paper, calculators, comparison tables, test handout
KLB Sec. Maths Form 4, pg. 219
12 1
Integration
Introduction to Reverse Differentiation
Basic Integration Rules - Power Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Define integration as reverse of differentiation
-Understand the concept of antiderivative
-Recognize the relationship between gradient functions and original functions
-Apply reverse thinking to simple differentiation examples
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Q/A review on differentiation formulas and rules
-Demonstration of reverse process using simple examples
-Working backwards from derivatives to find original functions
-Discussion on why multiple functions can have same derivative
-Introduction to integration symbol ∫
Graph papers
-Differentiation charts
-Exercise books
-Function examples
Calculators
-Graph papers
-Power rule charts
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 221-223
12 2
Integration
Integration of Polynomial Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Integrate polynomial functions with multiple terms
-Apply linearity: ∫[af(x) + bg(x)]dx = a∫f(x)dx + b∫g(x)dx
-Handle constant coefficients and addition/subtraction
-Solve integration problems requiring algebraic simplification
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Step-by-step integration of polynomials like 3x² + 5x - 7
-Working with coefficients and constants
-Integration of expanded expressions: (x+2)(x-3)
-Practice with mixed positive and negative terms
-Exercises from textbook Exercise 10.1
Calculators
-Algebraic worksheets
-Polynomial examples
-Exercise books
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 223-225
12 3
Integration
Finding Particular Solutions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Use initial conditions to find specific values of constant c
-Solve problems involving boundary conditions
-Apply integration to find equations of curves
-Distinguish between general and particular solutions
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Working examples with given initial conditions
-Finding curve equations when gradient function and point are known
-Practice problems from various contexts
-Discussion on why particular solutions are important
-Problem-solving session with curve-finding exercises
Graph papers
-Calculators
-Curve examples
-Exercise books
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 223-225
12 4
Integration
Introduction to Definite Integrals
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Define definite integrals using limit notation
-Understand the difference between definite and indefinite integrals
-Learn proper notation: ∫ₐᵇ f(x)dx
-Understand geometric meaning as area under curve
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Introduction to definite integral concept and notation
-Geometric interpretation using simple curves
-Comparison between ∫f(x)dx and ∫ₐᵇf(x)dx
-Discussion on limits of integration
-Basic examples with simple functions
Graph papers
-Geometric models
-Integration notation charts
-Calculators
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 226-228
12 5
Integration
Evaluating Definite Integrals
Area Under Curves - Single Functions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Apply Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
-Evaluate definite integrals using [F(x)]ₐᵇ = F(b) - F(a)
-Understand why constant of integration cancels
-Practice numerical evaluation of definite integrals
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Step-by-step evaluation process demonstration
-Multiple worked examples showing limit substitution
-Verification that constant c cancels out
-Practice with various polynomial and power functions
-Exercises from textbook Exercise 10.2
Calculators
-Step-by-step worksheets
-Exercise books
-Evaluation charts
Graph papers
-Curve sketching tools
-Colored pencils
-Calculators
-Area grids
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 226-230
12 6
Integration
Areas Below X-axis and Mixed Regions
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Handle negative areas when curve is below x-axis
-Understand absolute value consideration for areas
-Calculate areas of regions crossing x-axis
-Apply integration to mixed positive/negative regions
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Demonstration of negative integrals and their meaning
-Working with curves that cross x-axis multiple times
-Finding total area vs net area
-Practice with functions like y = x³ - x
-Problem-solving with complex area calculations
Graph papers
-Calculators
-Curve examples
-Colored materials
-Exercise books
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 230-235
12 7
Integration
Area Between Two Curves
By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
-Calculate area between two intersecting curves
-Find intersection points as integration limits
-Apply method: Area = ∫ₐᵇ [f(x) - g(x)]dx
-Handle multiple intersection scenarios
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Method for finding curve intersection points
-Working examples: area between y = x² and y = x
-Step-by-step process for area between curves
-Practice with linear and quadratic function pairs
-Advanced examples with multiple intersections
Graph papers
-Equation solving aids
-Calculators
-Colored pencils
-Exercise books
KLB Secondary Mathematics Form 4, Pages 233-235

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