Subject: Science

Grade Level: Grade 8

Objective: Infer why the Philippines is prone to typhoons.

Learning across curriculum:

1) Social Studies: Discuss the historical impact of typhoons on the Philippines and
how it has shaped the country's geography and development.

2) Mathematics: Analyze data on typhoon frequency and intensity in the Philippines

and create graphs to visualize the information.

3) Language Arts: Write a persuasive essay on the importance of typhoon

preparedness in the Philippines, using scientific evidence to support arguments.

ENGAGE:

Teaching Strategy: Role-Playing

Instructional Materials: Pictures of typhoon aftermath, props for role-playing

1) Idea - Divide students into groups and assign each group a role (e.g., government
official, scientist, local resident). Have them create a short skit or role-play scenario
that depicts the impact of a typhoon in the Philippines. Encourage them to consider
the causes of typhoons and the responses needed to mitigate their effects.

2) Idea - Show pictures of typhoon aftermath and ask students to share their
thoughts and emotions about the devastation caused by typhoons. Facilitate a class
discussion on the importance of understanding why the Philippines is prone to
typhoons and how it affects the lives of Filipinos.

EXPLORE:

Activity 1: Typhoon Tracking

Teaching Strategy: Inquiry-Based Learning

Materials: Map of the Philippines, markers, internet access

Significance: This activity allows students to explore the path of typhoons and
understand their formation.

Instructions:

1) Divide students into pairs or small groups.

2) Provide each group with a map of the Philippines, markers, and access to the
internet.

3) Instruct students to track the path of a recent typhoon that affected the
Philippines.

4) Have them identify the areas where the typhoon made landfall and analyze the
factors that contribute to the Philippines being prone to typhoons.

Rubric:

Criteria - Points

Accuracy of typhoon path tracking - 15 pts

Identification of areas affected - 10 pts

Analysis of factors contributing to the Philippines' vulnerability to typhoons - 10 pts

Assessment Questions:

1) What is the path of the typhoon you tracked, and which areas did it affect?

2) What are some factors that contribute to the vulnerability of the Philippines to
typhoons?

3) How do typhoons impact the lives of people living in affected areas?

Activity 2: Typhoon Preparedness Plan

Teaching Strategy: Cooperative Learning

Materials: Poster-making materials, internet access

Significance: This activity allows students to apply their understanding of typhoon

vulnerability to create a preparedness plan.

Instructions:

1) Divide students into small groups.

2) Instruct each group to create a poster that outlines a typhoon preparedness plan
for a specific community in the Philippines.

3) Have them consider the unique challenges and resources of the community in
their plan.

4) Students should present their posters to the class and explain their strategies for
mitigating the impacts of typhoons.

Rubric:

Criteria - Points

Clarity and creativity of the preparedness plan - 15 pts

Consideration of community-specific challenges and resources - 10 pts

Presentation and explanation of the poster - 10 pts

Assessment Questions:

1) Describe the key elements of your group's typhoon preparedness plan.

2) How did your group consider the unique challenges and resources of the
community in your plan?

3) What strategies did other groups present that you found effective in mitigating the
impacts of typhoons?

Activity 3: Typhoon Simulation

Teaching Strategy: Experiential Learning

Materials: Large fan, water spray bottle, objects to represent buildings and trees

Significance: This activity allows students to experience the power and destructive
force of a simulated typhoon.

Instructions:

1) Set up a simulation area in the classroom or outdoors.

2) Use a large fan to create strong winds and a water spray bottle to simulate rain.

3) Place objects like small buildings and trees in the simulation area to represent the
environment.

4) Have students observe and document the effects of the simulated typhoon on the
objects.

Rubric:

Criteria - Points

Observation and documentation of the effects of the simulated typhoon - 15 pts

Reflection on the destructive force of typhoons - 10 pts

Discussion of ways to mitigate the impacts of typhoons - 10 pts

Assessment Questions:

1) What were the observable effects of the simulated typhoon on the objects in the
simulation area?

2) How did experiencing the simulated typhoon help you understand the destructive
force of real typhoons?

3) What are some ways that communities can mitigate the impacts of typhoons?

EXPLAIN:
Teaching Strategy: Lecture and Discussion

1) The teacher will provide a lecture on the factors that contribute to the Philippines
being prone to typhoons, including its geographic location, climate patterns, and
ocean currents.

2) The teacher will engage students in a discussion by asking questions,

encouraging them to share their insights, and clarifying any misconceptions.

ELABORATE:

Teaching Strategy: Project-Based Learning

Task 1: Create a Typhoon Safety Guidebook

Task 2: Design a Typhoon-Resistant Building

In both tasks, students will apply their knowledge of typhoon vulnerability and
mitigation strategies to real-life scenarios. They will work in groups, conduct
research, and present their findings and designs to the class.

EVALUATE:

Teaching Strategy: Differentiation

Question 1: Explain the factors that contribute to the vulnerability of the Philippines
to typhoons. (Higher-level thinking)

Question 2: Analyze the impact of typhoons on the lives of people living in affected
areas. (Application)

Question 3: Propose strategies to mitigate the impacts of typhoons on communities

in the Philippines. (Evaluation)
Assignment:

1) Write a reflection paper on the importance of typhoon preparedness in the

Philippines. Include at least three specific actions that individuals and communities
can take to mitigate the impacts of typhoons. (Essay)

2) Conduct an interview with a local government official or community leader about

their experiences in dealing with typhoons in their area. Write a report summarizing
the interview and highlighting the strategies used to prepare for and respond to
typhoons. (Interview Report)