Questions which teachers must know before interviews both oral and written by ajira portal

Questions which teachers must know before interview 

      SCHEME OF WORK AND LESSON PLANS

           Part A: Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the main purpose of a lesson plan?

A. To evaluate teachers’ performance

B. To provide a guideline for teaching a specific lesson

C. To keep records of student attendance

D. To summarize the syllabus

Answer: B

2. Which of the following is included in a lesson plan?

A. List of textbooks in the library

B. Detailed teaching strategies

C. List of extracurricular activities

D. Budget for classroom materials

Answer: B

3. What is the purpose of a scheme of work?

A. To schedule the school’s annual activities

B. To plan the sequence of lessons for a term or year

C. To evaluate student progress

D. To summarize a single lesson

Answer: B

4. Which element is common to both a lesson plan and a scheme of work?

A. Teacher's salary

B. Objectives of learning

C. Classroom seating arrangement

D. School rules and regulations

Answer: B

5. What is the difference between a scheme of work and a lesson plan?

A. A scheme of work focuses on a single lesson, while a lesson plan covers the whole term.

B. A scheme of work is a long-term plan, while a lesson plan is a short-term plan for daily lessons.

C. A scheme of work is used only for record-keeping, while a lesson plan is used for teaching.

D. There is no difference between the two.

Answer: B

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6. What is an important feature of a well-prepared scheme of work?

A. It must include daily lesson objectives.

B. It must cover all the topics for the term or year.

C. It must be written in a textbook.

D. It must be completed by the students.

Answer: B

30. How often should a scheme of work be reviewed?

A. Once every five years

B. Only when the curriculum changes

C. Regularly, to ensure it remains relevant and achievable

D. Only at the end of the academic year

Answer: C

Part B: Short Answer

1. Why should a teacher create both a scheme of work and a lesson plan?

Answer: A scheme of work provides a long-term plan, ensuring curriculum coverage, while a lesson plan focuses on the details of individual lessons to achieve specific objectives.

2. Name three components of a lesson plan.

Answer: Objectives, teaching procedure, and assessment.

3. What is the significance of aligning the scheme of work with the curriculum?

Answer: It ensures that teaching meets national or institutional educational standards.

4. What are the main components of a scheme of work?

Answer: Topics to be covered, time allocation, teaching strategies, learning objectives, and methods of assessment.

5. How can teachers ensure their lesson plans align with their scheme of work?

Answer: By regularly cross-referencing the lesson objectives, topics, and teaching strategies with the scheme of work.

6. List two advantages of using a scheme of work in teaching.

Answer: Ensures systematic coverage of the syllabus. Helps in time management and resource planning.

7. What role does reflection play in a lesson plan?

Answer: Reflection allows teachers to evaluate the effectiveness of their teaching strategies and make improvements for future lessons.

8. Why is time allocation critical in a scheme of work?

Answer: It ensures that all topics are covered within the academic calendar and prevents rushing or skipping important content.

9. Explain how a well-designed lesson plan can improve classroom management.

Answer: A well-designed lesson plan ensures the lesson flows smoothly, keeps students engaged, and minimizes disruptions by clearly outlining activities and transitions.

15. How does integrating cross-curricular links in a scheme of work benefit students?

Answer: It helps students connect knowledge across subjects, making learning more meaningful and relevant.