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ENGLISH LANGUAGE
A. Aims and Objectives: Develop and integrate the use of the four fold language skills of listening, speaking, reading
and writing, build up the ability to communicate effectively by mimicking in the classroom what happens
in real life communication, enrich their vocabulary, develop correct pronunciation skills, grasp a functional understanding of grammar, structure and idiom of the language, comprehend a given passage independently, think independently and present their ideas suitably. B. Topics
TERM I
1. Composition – Descriptive, First Person Narrative, Story Writing, Argumentative Writing, 2. and Picture Composition. 3. Letter Writing – Formal and Informal 4. Notice and Email Writing 5. Comprehension 6. Functional Grammar ‐ Tenses
Prepositions and Phrasal Verbs Transformation of Sentences Synthesis of Sentences
7. Internal Assessment – Aural and Oral
TERM II
Revision of Term I syllabus
ENGLISH LITERATURE
A. Aims and Objectives: Develop and integrate the use of the four fold language skills of listening, speaking,
reading and writing, develop spellings based on the lessons, build new vocabulary drawn from the lesson, develop an appreciation for literature,
Session: 2019 – 2020
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demonstrate expertise in giving an appropriate account of the prose/poem, develop correct pronunciation skills, develop skills of prediction, synthesis, reflection and critical thinking, appreciate and apply some of the poetic licence as used by the poet in the present and
related poems, understand the text with due emphasis on interpretation and evaluation
B. Topics
TERM I
DRAMA: The Merchant of Venice – William Shakespeare
Act I Scene I – III, Act II Scene I, II & III
POETRY
1. Daffodils 2. The Bangle Sellers 3. After Blenheim
PROSE
1. The Old Man at the Bridge 2. A Face in the Dark 3. Chief Seattle’s Speech
TERM II
DRAMA: The Merchant of Venice – William Shakespeare
Act II Scene IV – IX, Scene III Scene I
POETRY
1. Heart of a Tree 2. Television 3. The Cold Within
PROSE
1. Hearts and Hands, 2. A Horse and Two Goats 3. An Angel in Disguise
C. Activities/ Projects:
As per Council Syllabus
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SECOND LANGUAGE
HINDI
A. Aims and Objectives:
गद्य और पद्य
भाषा के चार गणु को सनुने, बोलने, पढने और िलखने के कौशल का उपयोग एकीकृत तथा िवकिसत कर पाएँगे |
पाठ पर आधािरत वतर्नी का िवकास कर पाएँगे | पाठ म आई नई श दावली का िनमार्ण कर पाएँगे | किवता के मुख्य भाव को समझकर सराहते हुए किव वारा यव त का या मक शैली को वतर्मान से जोड़
पाएँगे | ग य/प य की उिचत याख्या प्रदिशर्त कर पाएँगे | सही उ चारण के कौशल का िवकास कर पाएँगे | पाठ को समझते हुए आधािरत प्र न के उ र दे पाएँगे | पाठ म आये किठन श द के अथर् समझ पाएँगे |
याकरण
याख्या और मू यांकन पर जोर देने के साथ पाठ की वजह समझ पाएँगे | याकरण का अ यास करने म उसके िनयम का सही यवहार कर पाएँगे | श द भडंार के िनयम को यान म रखते हुए उनका सही यवहार कर पाएँगे | सही प्रा प के साथ औपचािरक तथा अनौपचािरक पत्र िलख पाएँगे | महुावर का अथर् समझते हुए वाक्य म प्रयोग कर पायगे | वाक्य का िलगं तथा वचन पांतरण कर पाएँगे | वा य तथा िवशेषण के िनयम को समझते हुए आधािरत अ यास कर पाएँगे | िनधार्िरत श द सीमा के अंतगर्त िनबंध तथा कहानी िलख पाएँगे | अपिठत ग यांश पढ़कर समझते हुए अपने श द म उ र दे पाएँगे | िक्रया,िक्रयािवशेषण तथा उपसगर्/प्र यय के िनयम को समझते हुए आधािरत अ यास कर पाएँगे | वाक्य पिरवतर्न के िनयम को समझते हुए आधािरत अ यास कर पाएँगे |
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B. Topics
TERM I
1. बात अठ नी की
2. काकी
3.दो कलाकार
4. साखी
5.िगरधर की कु डिलयाँ
6.वह ज मभिूम मेरी
7.पत्र लेखन
8.िनदशानुसार पिरवतर्न
9.िनबंध लेखन
10.िनदशानुसार पिरवतर्न
11.श द‐भ डार11. श द‐भडंार
TERM II
1.महायज्ञ का पुर कार
2.नेताजी का च मा
3.भेड़ और भेिड़ए
4.सरू के पद
5. वगर् बना सकते ह
6.िभकु्षक
7. पत्र लेखन
8.िनबंध लेखन
9.अपिठत ग यांश
10.अपिठत ग यांश
BENGALI
A. Aims and Objectives:
গদয্ এবংপদয্ঃ
িনেজেদর বণ, পঠন, েলখনী ও ভাষা ৈশলীর িবকাশ ঘটােত। বানান িলখেত। পাঠয্িবষয় েথেক নতুন শ ভা ার গঠন করেত। েছদ ও যিত িচ সহেযােগ পড়েত। গেদয্রএবংসিঠকবয্াখয্াকরেত। সিঠক উ ারেণ সরবপাঠ করেত। গেদয্র িবষয়ব স েকর্ িনজ িচ ারিবকাশঘটােত। আেলাচয্ গেদয্র সােথ স কর্ যুক্ত অনয্ানয্ গেদয্র িমল খুজঁেত ।
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পাঠয্িবষয়েথেকেমৗিখক ে র উত্তরিদেত। িবষয় সংক্রা িবিভ ে র উত্তর িনেজর ভাষায় িলখেত । িবিভ েলখকস েকর্ জানেত। িবিভ চির ওেসইসবচিরে রিবিভ ৈবিশ য্স েকর্ জানেত।
বয্াকরণঃ
অপিঠতঅনুে দপঠনএবং ে রউত্তরেলখারমাধয্েমেবাধপরীক্ষণ িবষেয় ধারণা কর।
দত্ত সূে র মাধয্েম উপযুক্ত নামকরণ ারা গ ‐িলখেন । সিঠক শ , ভাষা ও বাকয্ েয়াগ কের অনুে দ িলখ।
গ ‐িলখন এবং অনুে দ েলখার মাধয্েম সৃজনী শিক্তর িবকােশ । সমাথর্ক শ অধয্য়েনর মাধয্েম শ ভা ােরর িবকােশ । প ‐িলখেনর িনয়ম িল জান।
প ‐িলখেনর মাধয্েম ভাষার দক্ষতা িবকােশ । বাগধারার বয্বহার িশখেত। বাকয্‐পিরবতর্ ন করেত। একইশে রিবিভ অেথর্ েয়াগকরেত। বাচয্পিরবতর্ নকরেত।
B. Topics
TERM I TERM II
1. েদবতারজ 1.িগি
2. অমলকাি 2.নীলমানুেষরকািহিন
3.সভয্তার িত 3.অসহেযাগী
4. আবারআিসবিফের 4.েলাকিট
5.ব ভূিমর িত 5.রবী নােথর িত
6.বামা 6.েখােখা
7.লালু 7. িসঁিড়
8.বাকয্পিরবতর্ ন 8.বাকয্পিরবতর্ ন
9.বাচয্পিরবতর্ ন 9. বাচয্ পিরবতর্ ন
10. ব রচনা 10. ব রচনা
11.প রচনা 11. প রচনা
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12. েবাধপরীক্ষণ 12. েবাধপরীক্ষণ
13. বাগধারা 13. িচ পযর্েবক্ষণ
14. গ িলখন 14. বাগধারা
15. সাধুওচিলতভাষা 15.একইশে রিভ অেথর্র েয়াগ
16. েছদিচ 16.উিক্তপিরবতর্ ন
17. এককথায় কাশ 17.িবপরীতশ , বানান
C. Activities/ Projects:
As per Council Syllabus
HISTORY
Aims and Objectives:
Develop an understanding of our past, to trace historical events
Connect the past and present and analyse important events
Understand how political and social events shape society culture and human existence.
To apprise the students of the complex procedure of construction of History, as knowledge of
History is pre‐requisite for better future
To encourage the students to explore various methods of understanding History.
To inform the students of historical facts and related areas and periods.
To encourage the student to study the past.
To apprise the student of the main incidents, of development works and their nature which
have made the contemporary world.
To educate the students about the glorious past of India.
To point out the mistakes made in those periods so that they can be avoided in the future.
Through the study of independence movement the students should be encouraged to respect
and preserve our independence.
TERM I
1. The Harappan Civilization
2. Early Vedic Age
3. The Later Vedic Age
4. India in the 6th Century B.C.: Rise of Jainism and Buddhism
5. The Mauryan Empire
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6. The Sangam Age
7. The Age of the Guptas
8. South India and the Cholas
9. Our Constitution and Its Salient Features
10. Fundamental Rights. Fundamental Duties and Directive Principles of State Policy
11.Rural Local Self‐Government
TERM II
1. The Delhi Sultanate
2. The Mughal Empire
3. The Composite Culture
4. The Renaissance
5. The Reformation
6. Industrial Revolution and Capitalism and Socialism
7. Elections and the Election Commission
8.Urban Local Self‐Government
9. The Harappan Civilization
10. Early Vedic Age
11. The Later Vedic Age
12. India in the 6th Century B.C.: Rise of Jainism and Buddhism
13. The Mauryan Empire
14. The Sangam Age
15. The Age of the Guptas
16. South India and the Cholas
17. Our Constitution and Its Salient Features
18. Fundamental Rights. Fundamental Duties And Directive Principles of State Policy
19.Rural Local Self‐Government
GEOGRAPHY
A. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: To develop an understanding of terms, concepts and principles related to Geography. To explain the cause‐effect relationships of natural phenomena. To understand the use of natural resources and development of regions. To acquire knowledge of and appreciate the interdependence of nations and different
regions of the world. To know the availability of resources, understand, explain their uses and appreciate the
problems of development in India.
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To understand and encourage human efforts made to conserve and protect the natural environment.
To acquire practical skills related to the meaning and use of maps and their importance in the study of Geography.
Term I 1. Earth as a planet. 2. Earth as a globe. 3. Motions of the earth. 4. Structure of the earth. 5. Landforms of the earth. 6. Materials of the earth’s crust. 7. Volcanoes 8. Earthquakes 9. Weathering and denudation. 10. Movements of the oceans. World map Project work Term II 1. The Atmosphere 2. Insolation 3. Atmospheric pressure and winds 4. Humidity and precipitation 5. Types of pollution 6. Sources of pollution 7. Effects of pollution 8. Effects of pollution and preventive measures 9. Natural regions of the world
World map
Activities/Projects
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PHYSICS
A. Aims and Objectives: Understand facts, concepts, laws or principles, hypotheses and theories. Provide opportunities to bring out creativity. Develop positive attitude towards physics. Develop process skills and experimental, observational, manipulative, decision making and
investigatory skills in learners. Promote problem solving abilities and creative thinking in learners. Develop conceptual competence in the learners.
B. Topics TERM I
1. Motion in one dimension
a) Some terms related to motion. b) Graphical representation of linear motion. c) Equations of motion.
2. Laws of motion a) Contact and non‐contact forces. b) Newton’s first law of motion and inertia. c) Linear momentum and Newton’s second law of motion. d) Newton’s third law of motion. e) Gravitation.
3. Reflection of light
a) Laws of reflection and formation of image by a plane mirror. b) Images formed in a pair of mirrors. c) Spherical mirrors, image formation and their uses.
4. Pressure in fluids and atmospheric pressure.
a) Pressure in fluids and its transmission. b) Atmospheric pressure and its measurement.
5. Upthrust in fluids, Archimedes’ principle and floatation. a) Upthrust and Archimedes’ principle. b) Relative density and its measurement by Archimedes’ principle.
Floatation 6. Experiments
TERM II
1. Propagation of Sound Waves. a) Production and propagation of sound waves. b) Infrasonic, sonic and ultrasonic frequencies.
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c) Reflection of sound waves and echoes. 2. Current Electricity.
a) Electric current. b) Potential difference and resistance. c) Efficient use of energy. d) Concept of charge, current, potential, potential difference, and resistance and Ohm’s
law. 3. Magnetism.
a) Induced magnetism and neutral points. b) Electromagnet and its uses.
4. Heat and energy. a) Heat and expansion; Anomalous expansion. b) Energy flow and its importance. c) Energy Sources.
5. Measurement and Experimentation 6. All the topics of first term and Experiments.
CHEMISTRY
A. Aims & Objectives: on environment; Toxic gases and chemicals; Acid rain; Global warming; Ozone layer
depletion To understand the development of periodic table since 18th century up to modern periodic table. Position of different types of elements.
Controversial position of hydrogen in periodic table. Similarity of hydrogen with alkali metals and halogens. Preparation and collection of hydrogen.
Physical characteristics of gases; Boyle’s law, Charle’s law; Ideal gas law; relationship between Kelvin scale and Celsius scale.
Ions present in mineral acids, organic acids; Definition and types of salts; Preparation of salts.
Nature of different types of reactions; balanced chemical reactions; Chemical nature of hydroxides of sodium and ammonium.
Effect of pollution.
B. Topics:
TERM I
1. The Periodic Table. a. Dobereiner’s triad law, Newland’s octave law. b. Mendeleeff’s periodic law & its defects. c. Moseley’s classification, modern periodic law, salient features of modern periodic
table. d. Some physical & chemical properties of elements. e. Periods and trends of some properties along periods. f. Groups and trends of some properties along periods. g. Reference of –Alkali metal, Alkaline earth metal, Halogen, Noble gas.
2. Study of first element‐ Hydrogen. a. Position of the non‐metal. b. General group characteristics.
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c. Preparation of hydrogen general & lab method. d. Oxidation & reduction reactions.
3. Study of Gas Laws. a. Behaviour & properties of gases explained by kinetic theory. b. Boyle’s law; numerical based on it. c. Charles’ law; numerical based on it. Absolute zero concept. d. Gas equation; S.T.P. condition; numerical based on it.
4. Atomic structure and Chemical Bonding.
a. Structure of Atom. b. Mass number and Atomic number. c. Isotopes and Octet rule. d. Types of bonding; Electrovalent, Covalent. e. Electrovalent compound; formation of bond. f. Covalent compound; formation of bond. g. Co‐ordinate bond; formation of Hydronium ion, Ammonium ion. h. Comparative study of properties of covalent & electrovalent compounds.
5. Chemical changes and reaction.
a. Types of chemical changes. i. Direct Combination ii. Decomposition iii. Displacement iv. Double decomposition
b. Energy changes in a chemical reaction. i. Exothermic ii. Endothermic
6. The Language of Chemistry. a. Symbol. b. Valency. c. Radicals. d. Compounds. e. Chemical equation. f. Relative Atomic Mass. g. Relative Molecular Mass. (Calculation and Mass percentage composition of a
compound)
TERM II
1. Water. a. Water as a universal solvent. b. Hydrated and Anhydrous substances. c. Drying and dehydrating agents. d. Soft water and hard water.
2. Atmospheric Pollution.
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a. Pollutants in atmosphere. b. Causes of acid rain; Formation of it; Effects of acid rain. c. Causes of Green House effect; Green House gases. d. Ozone layer depletion.
3. Acids, bases and salts a. Strong‐weak acids‐bases. b. Basicity of acids and acidity of bases. c. Properties of acids and bases. d. Acid rain; Neutralization reaction. e. pH values; colour change of indicators. f. Types of salts, acid salt, basic salt, double salt.
4. Analytical Chemistry. a. Colour of salts. b. Action of NaOH & NH4OH on salt solution. c. Action of alkalis on certain metals & their oxides.
Revision chapters from TERM‐I
a. The Periodic Table. b. Atomic structure & Chemical Bonding. c. Study of Gas Laws. d. Study of first element‐ Hydrogen. e. Chemical changes and reaction. f. The Language of Chemistry.
C. Practical/Activity:
Heating effect of some carbonate, nitrate compounds. Effect of dilute acids on some compounds. Identification of some gases‐ CO2, NH3, H2S etc. Identification of some metals.
BIOLOGY
A. Aims and Objectives: Acquire the ability to observe experiment, hypothesize, infer, handle equipment accurately
and make correct recordings. Develop an understanding of the inter‐relationship between sustainability and environmental
adaptations. Acquire the knowledge of the economic importance of plants and animal. Develop an understanding of the interdependence of plants and animals so as to enable pupils
to acquire a clearer comprehension of the significance of life and its importance in human welfare.
Understand the capacities and limitations of all the biological and economic activities so as to be able to use them for a better quality of life.
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B. Topics
TERM I
1. Introducing biology a) Biology as a part of science b) Different branches of biology 2. Cell a) Cell theory b) Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell c) Plant cell and animal cell: functions of various cell organelles, differences between plant cell and animal cell 3. Tissues a) Types of plant and animal tissues b) Location, structure and functions of plant and animal tissues 4.The Flower a) Structure of a bisexual flower b) General description of the floral parts c) Inflorescence and placentation 5.Pollination and Fertilization a) Pollination‐self and cross pollination; agents of pollination. b) Fertilization‐formation of zygote; double fertilization and triple fusion c) Fruit and seed‐ definition and significance 6.Seeds a) Structure of dicot and monocot seeds b) Germination‐types and conditions for seed germination 7. Respiration in plants a) Outline of the process b) Aerobic and anaerobic respiration c) Experiments on gaseous exchange and on heat production 8.The Respiratory system a) Organs of respiratory system b) Mechanism of breathing c) Tissue respiration, heat production 9.Hygiene a) Maintaining good health b) Personal and public hygiene 10.Diseases a) Definition of disease b) Categories of diseases based on the extent of occurrence and communicability c) Diseases caused by bacteria, protozoa, parasitic worms and viruses. 11. Aids to health a) Active and passive immunity b) An understanding of the use and action of the following‐ vaccination, immunization, antitoxin, serum, antiseptics, disinfectants, antibiotics c) Local defence system and its merits 12. Health organizations a)Major activities of the Red Cross and WHO
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TERM II
1. Five kingdom classification a) Brief outline of the five Kingdom classification b) Main characteristics of each kingdom c) Animalia‐ non chordates from Porifera to Echinodermata and Chordates‐ all five classes 2. Economic importance of bacteria and fungi a) Useful role of bacteria b) Harmful role of bacteria c) Useful role of fungi in breweries, bakeries, cheese processing and mushroom cultivation 3. Nutritiona) Classes of foodb) Balanced dietc) Malnutrition and deficiency diseases4. Digestive system a) Structure of a tooth, functions of different types of teeth and dental formula of human adult b) Organs of digestive system, digestive glands and their functions with reference to digestion, absorption and assimilation. 5. Skeleton a) Functions of human skeleton b) Axial and Appendicular skeleton c) Types of joints with reference to their location 6. Skin‐ The Jack of all trades a) Structure and functions of skin b) Special derivatives of the skin c) Heat regulation – vasodilation and vasoconstriction 7. Waste generation and management a) Sources of waste‐ domestic, industrial, agricultural, commercial and other establishmentsb) Methods of safe disposal of waste‐ segregation, dumping, composting, drainage, treatment of effluents, incineration, use of scrubbers and electrostatic precipitators
8. Cell a) Cell theory b) Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell c) Plant cell and animal cell: functions of various cell organelles, differences between plant cell and animal cell 9. Absorption by roots a) Imbibition, diffusion and osmosis b) Osmotic pressure, root pressure, turgidity, flaccidity, plasmolysis and deplasmolysis c) Absorption of water and minerals d) Active and passive transport e) Ascent of sap 10. Chemical coordination in plants a) Plant growth regulators b) Tropic movements in plants 11. Pollution a) Types and sources of pollution; major pollutants b) Biodegradable and non‐biodegradable wastes c) Effects of pollution on climate, environment, human health and other organisms. d) Measures to control pollution 12. Population a) Definition b) Population explosion in India
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c) Need for adopting control measures
C. Activities/Projects
Practical work
Group discussion
Quiz
Research work
MATHEMATICS:
A. Aims and objectives: To acquire knowledge and understanding of terms, symbols, concepts, principles, processes,
proofs etc. of mathematics. To develop an understanding of mathematical concepts and their application to further
studies in mathematics and science. To develop skills to apply mathematical knowledge to solve real life problems. To develop the necessary skills to work with modern technological devices such as calculators
and computers in real life situations. To develop drawing skills, skills of reading tables, charts and graphs. To develop an interest in mathematics.
B. Topics
TERM I TERM II Pure Arithmetic: Rational and Irrational numbers:
Concepts of irrational numbers Surds, rationalization of surds Simplification of problems relating to
surd Commercial Arithmetic: Compound Interest:
Repeated simple interest equals to compound Interest
Formula to be used for half yearly and yearly compounding
Growth and depreciation Algebra:
Expansions Factorization Simultaneous linear equations Problems on simultaneous linear
equations Quadratic Equations Indices Logarithms
Mensuration: Circle Surface area and volumes of solids
Trigonometry: Trigonometric ratios Trigonometric ratios of standard
angles Geometry:
Pythagoras theorem Rectilinear figures Theorems on area Circle
Coordinate Geometry: Distance formula
C. Project: one project to be done as per ICSE syllabus.
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Geometry: Triangles Mid point theorem
Mensuration: Triangle Quadrilateral
Coordinate Geometry: Graphs(linear equations in two
variables) Graphical Solution of a pair of linear
equations Statistics:
Graphical representation Measure of central tendency
C. Project: Two projects to be done as per ICSE syllabus.
ECONOMICS
Aims:
To acquire the knowledge of terms, facts, concepts and trends, principal, assumptions in Economics.
To develop familiarity with the basic terminology and elementary ideas of Economics. To acquire knowledge of contemporary economic problem and to appreciate the efforts being
made to solve these problems. To develop the understanding of the nation’s physical and human resources and how to avoid
misuse. To understand the various economic processes that help in improving our standard of living.
TERM I
1. Meaning and definition of Economics
2. Branches of economics and Types of activities
3. An Economy: Sectors, Basic Concepts & Entities.
4. Types of economies
5. Basic Problems of an Economy
6. Indian Economy: Primary sector
TERM II
1. Indian Economy: Secondary sector
2. Indian Economy: Tertiary sector
3. Major problems of Indian economy: Poverty and Unemployment
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4. Major reforms and Emerging trends in Indian Economy
PROJECTS(any 2)
1. Smart Cities of India
2. Pollution and its effect on the environment
3. Three Major Large Scale Industries of India.
4.Industrialisation and its effect on Eco System.
Environmental Science
A. Aims and Objective Acquire knowledge of the origin and functioning of the natural system and its correlation
with the living world. Develop an understanding that human beings, plants and animals are part of a natural
phenomenon and are interdependent. Appreciate the influence of human activity on natural process. Develop an awareness of the need and responsibility to keep the natural system in a
condition that it sustains life. Develop sensitivity in personal attitude to environmental issues. Develop a keen civic sense. A. Topics
Term I
1. Understanding our environment
a) Meaning of environmental science
b) Environmental problems‐ Global perspectives
c) A sustainable world
2. Living things in ecosystems
a) Definition of an ecosystem
b) Habitat and ecological niche
c) Adapting to the environment
3. How ecosystem works
a) Energy flow in ecosystems
b) The cycling of materials
4. Kinds of ecosystems
a) Forests
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b) Grasslands, deserts and Tundra
c) Freshwater ecosystems
d) Marine ecosystems
5. Water
a) Our water resources
b) Freshwater pollution
c) Ocean pollution
6. Atmosphere and climate
a) The atmosphere
b) Climate
c) Greenhouse earth
d) The ozone layer
7. Agriculture
a) Unsustainable patterns of modern industrialised agriculture
b) Environmental damage due to large farm units
c) Food mountains in developed countries
d) The Green Revolution
Term II
1. Air
a) Causes of air pollution
b) Thermal inversions
c) Impact of air pollution
2. Soil and land
a) Deforestation
b) Soil erosion and desertification
c) Land pollution
3. People
a) World poverty and gap between developed and developing countries
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b) Poverty in developed and developing countries
c) The implications of poverty trap for the environment in developing countries
4. Urbanisation
a) Causes of urbanisation
b) Manifestations of urbanisation
c) Social, economic and environmental problems
5. Controlling Air Pollution
a) From domestic combustion
b) From industries
c) From vehicles
6. Addressing Population
a) The link between growing population and environmental degradation
b) The demographic transition
c) Strategies for controlling growth of population
d) Development framework for poverty alleviation
7. Managing the Urban environment
a) Urbanisation – a challenge to the future
b) Planning environmental improvement
c) Rural development to counter migration
d) Development of secondary cities to counter migration
e) Community participation and contribution of private enterprises
8. Managing Soil and Land
a) Conserving soil
b) Land reforms
c) Integrated rural development
d) Role of women and community in conservation
e) Combating deforestation
f) Managing forest grazing
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g) Alternatives to timber
C. Activities / Projects
Project work Group discussion Quiz Research work Field trip
Computer Applications
A. Aims and Objectives
To empower students by enabling then to build their own applications.
To introduce students to some effective tools to enable them enhance their knowledge,
broaden horizon, foster creativity, improve the quality of work and increase efficiency.
To develop logical and analytical thinking so that they can easily solve interactive programs.
To help students learn fundamental concepts of computing using object oriented approach in
one computer language.
To provide students with a clear idea of ethical issues involved in the field of computing.
B. Topics
Term 1
2. Introduction to Object Oriented Programming Concepts.
3. Elementary Concept of Object and Classes.
4. Values and data types
5. Operators in Java.
6. Mathematical Library Methods.
7. Conditional Constructs in Java.
8. Computing and Ethics
TERM 2
1. Input in Java
2. Methods/ Functions
3. Nested for loops
4. Annual examination will be on the full ICSE class 9 Computer Applications Syllabus.
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT – 100 Marks
C. Activities
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Practical Assignments‐ Students will be assigned with laboratory assignment during the whole year to reinforce the concepts studied in class.
COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS
A. Aims and Objectives:
Ability to discriminate between different facts and different concepts in commercial operations. Develops an ability to critically examines new developments in the field of business, trade and
commerce Discuss social, economic and commercial problems, with their fellows, teachers and parents. Ability to locate, classifies, compare and contrast commercial information.
B. Topics
TERM – I
1. Introduction to Commercial Organization.
2. Sole Proprietorship.
3. Joint Hindu Family Business.
4. Partnership.
5. Joint Stock Company.
6. Co‐operative Society.
7. Public Sector Enterprises
8. Functioning of Commercial Organization
TERM II
1. Communication in a Commercial Organization
2. Ways of Communication
3. Tools of Communication
4. Nature and Terminology of Accounting
5. Accounting Records
6. Natural Resources
7. Depletion of Resources
8. Practices for Conservation of Resources
9. Industrial Pollution and Degradation of Environment
10. Annual examination will be on the full ICSE class 9 Commercial Applications Syllabus.
Project work
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HOME SCIENCE
TERM I
1. Concept and Scope of Home Science 2. Food and Health 3. The Family
TERM II
4. Growth and Development of Children from Birth to Five Years 5. The Home and its Maintenance 6. Selection of Clothing PRACTICAL WORK To be assessed internally by the school ‐ 100 Marks. Practical Work
Art
A. Aims and Objectives: To encourage creative expression in and through Art.
To develop the powers of aesthetic appreciation.
To develop an artistic attitude and values through the study of Art.
To develop an interest in the world of Art.
Term I
Paper 1: Drawing or Painting from Still Life: A group of objects which will be artificial and natural and may include such thing as cut flowers, fruits, vegetables, a growing plant, as well as domestic or other artificial objects; the group may be drawn or painted.
Paper 2: Drawing and Painting from Nature: The subject may be interpreted freely, either in a decorative or in a realistic manner. Study of the structure of natural forms such as a spray or branch, which may include flowers; foliage or fruit; fossils, bones, etc.
Course Work: Candidates will undertake practical work on any of the topics suggested below.
i) Cartoon and portrait drawing. ii) Animation
Term II
Revision Final Project
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Physical Education
A. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:
To enable the students to gain knowledge of the concept of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Muscular System, Respiratory System, Circulatory System, Games & Sports.
To create an awareness of the necessity for vigour and efficiency through physical fitness. To develop knowledge and understanding of requirements of healthy living, nutrition and
exercise. To develop learning of recreation and leisure. To be able to harness a sportsmanship spirit and learn various skills and techniques of the
games taught
B. TOPICS Term 1 Theory
1. The Human Anatomy and Physiology
a. Skeletal System: Bones
b. Functions of Skeletal System
c. Classification of different types of Joints.
d. Types of joint movements in physical activities
e. Benefits of exercise on the Skeleton System.
2. Muscular System
a. Types of Muscles.
b. Identification of Muscles.
c. Benefits of exercise on the Muscular system.
Practical
1. Physical Efficiency Test:
a. Test 1: 50m Run b. Test 2: Standing Long Jump c. Test 3: 1000m run Boys / 600metre run for Girls d. Test 4: 10m Shuttle Run e. Test 5: Floor Push Ups for Boys f. Test 6: Sit ups
2. Specialisation Test: Skill Practice Swimming
Basic Skills of the chosen Team game 1 ( Chosen from * Basketball * Badminton *Athletics *Cricket *Football * Swimming *Dance )
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Term 2
Theory
3. Respiratory System.
a. Pathway of air into the body: b. Mechanics of Breathing c. Oxygen Debt and lactic acid accumulation. d. Second wind. e. Vital Capacity and Tidal volume: f. Benefit of Exercise on the respiratory system:
4. Circulatory System. a. Structure of the heart.
b. Heart rate, Stroke Volume, Cardiac Output.
c. Mechanism of Blood Circulation
d. Blood
e. Benefits of exercise on the circulatory System. 5. Games and Sport
a. Games and Sports and their Psychological and Social benefits.
Practical
1. Specialisation Test: Athletics
a. Basic Skills of the chosen Team game 2
b. Complex Skills of the chosen Team game 1 c. Complex Skills of the chosen Team game 2 d. Team tactics
( Chosen from * Basketball * Badminton *Athletics *Cricket *Football * Swimming *Dance )
C. ACTIVITIES / PROJECTS:
a. Project on the various systems of the body. b. Practical based application activities games wise.
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