SCHOOL GRADE LEVEL 11/12

GRADES 1 TO 12
TEACHER LEARNING AREA EARTH SCIENCE
DAILY LESSON LOG
TEACHING DATES AND TIME Week 3 QUARTER 1

SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 4

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[Link] Standards The learners demonstrate understanding of...
1. the three main categories of rocks.
2. the origin and environment of formation of common minerals and rocks.
3. the various sources of energy (fossil fuels, geothermal, hydroelectric).
4. the amount of usable water resources on Earth
5. the distribution of arable land on Earth.
6. waste generation and management.

[Link] Standards The learners should be able to...

1. make a plan that the community may use to conserve and protect its resources for future generations.
2. prepare a plan that the community may implement to minimize waste when people utilize materials and resources

[Link] Competencies/Objectives 1. Identify the minerals important to society (S11ESS-Ic-7)

2. Describe how ore minerals are found, mined, and processed for human use (S11ESS-Ic-8)
Write the LC Code for each

Specific Objectives:
a. Enumerate the different minerals that are important in the society.
b. Describe how ore minerals are mined and processed.
c. Cite ways on how to prevent or lessen the environmental impacts resulting from the exploitation, extraction, and use of mineral resources.

[Link] MINERALS IN THE SOCIETY: HOW MINERAL ORES ARE FOUND, MINED AND PROCESSED

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[Link] previous lesson or Briefly review the concept of rocks and Briefly review the concept of minerals and Briefly review the concept of mineral Recall the past topics that were
presenting the new lesson how they are formed. ores (if necessary). resources and their importance in discussed from the previous days.
our daily lives.

Ask students: What are the building blocks Introduce the lesson by asking students: Give questions for the learners to
of rocks? (Minerals) "Where do the metals we use in everyday life Ask students: "What are some of the answer.
come from?" challenges associated with mineral
resource extraction?" (Answers may
include land degradation, water
Lead the discussion towards the concept of pollution, air pollution, etc.)
mining and processing of ore minerals.

Introduce the lesson topic:

Minimizing Environmental Impacts of
Mineral Resource Use.

[Link] a purpose for the lesson Introduce the lesson by stating its goal: To State the learning objectives for the lesson. Explain to students that while mineral State that they will be having a
identify and understand the different resources are vital, their extraction quiz to assess their learnings and
important minerals found on Earth and can have significant environmental if remediation is needed.
their applications in society. Explain that understanding mining practices is consequences.
important for appreciating the resources we
use and the need for responsible resource
management. Highlight the importance of learning
ways to lessen these impacts for a
more sustainable future.

[Link] examples/instances of the Show pictures or charts of various Show pictures or videos of different mining Show pictures of different mining Allow students to review for few
new lesson minerals commonly encountered in daily methods (surface and underground). Explain operations (open-pit, strip, minutes to refresh their minds.
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 life (e.g., diamond, graphite, quartz, the advantages and disadvantages of each underground). Ask students to
pyrite). method. identify each type and discuss the
potential environmental impacts of
each.
Ask questions to develop critical thinking:
"Which method do you think would have a
lesser impact on the environment? Why?"

Briefly discuss the environmental and social

Ask students: Have you encountered any
impacts of mining.
of these minerals before? Where might
you have seen them?

[Link] new concepts and Explain what a mineral is: A naturally Introduce the concept of ore processing. Divide students into groups. Provide
practicing new skills #1 occurring, inorganic, solid substance with each group with a handout
a definite chemical composition and an containing a table with two columns:
orderly atomic arrangement. Explain that after extracting ore from the "Environmental Impact of Mineral
ground, it needs to be separated from the Resource Extraction" and "Possible
waste rock. Solutions."
Use the Periodic Table (optional) to
highlight that minerals are formed from
specific elements. Divide the class into small groups and provide Instruct students to brainstorm and
each group with a flowchart template (or draw list various environmental impacts in
it on the board). the first column (e.g., water pollution
from mine drainage, air pollution
from dust).
Instruct students to research and create a
flowchart illustrating the basic steps involved
in processing ore minerals (crushing, Guide students to discuss and
grinding, separation, etc.). propose feasible solutions for each
impact listed in the second column
(e.g., proper wastewater treatment,
Allow groups to discuss and present their dust suppression techniques).
flowcharts.

Each group will present their table to

the class, with a spokesperson

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[Link] new concepts and "Mining for Solutions." "The Green Engineer Challenge"
practicing new skills #2
On construction paper squares, write down  Present a hypothetical
different challenges related to mining (e.g., scenario where a company
land degradation, pollution, safety hazards). plans to open a new mine in
a specific location.
 Divide the class into two
Distribute the squares among students. groups: "The Mining
Company" and "The
Students brainstorm and write down solutions Environmental Protection
or ways to minimize these challenges on their Agency (EPA)."
assigned squares.
 The Mining Company needs
to explain the economic
benefits of the mine and
Groups then share their solutions and discuss propose ways to minimize
their ideas with the class. environmental impact while
maximizing resource
extraction.
 The EPA needs to analyze
the company's proposal,
raise potential
environmental concerns,
and suggest stricter
regulations to ensure
responsible mining
practices.
 Each group will have time to
prepare their arguments
and then engage in a short
debate facilitated by the
teacher.

[Link] mastery Divide the class into groups and assign Provide a short quiz (multiple choice, After the debate, ask the class
each group a specific mineral (e.g., matching type) to assess students' critical thinking questions such as:
(Leads to formative assessment)
diamond, gold, iron, gypsum). understanding of the different mining methods
and the basic steps in processing ore  How can we balance
minerals. economic development with

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 Each group will create a "Mineral environmental protection?
Information Poster" using construction  What role does technology
paper, markers, and scissors. play in minimizing the
environmental impact of
mining?
The poster should include:  Are there alternative
sources for some of the
 The mineral's name and minerals we rely on?
chemical formula (if applicable)
 A picture or drawing of the
mineral
 A brief description of its physical
properties (color, luster,
hardness)
 At least 3 examples of how this
mineral is used in society

Groups will present their posters to the

class, highlighting the importance of their
assigned mineral.

[Link] practical/applications of After the presentations, have a class Ask students to reflect on the importance of Discuss how individual actions can
concepts and skills in daily living discussion: the metals and minerals they use in everyday contribute to responsible mineral
life. resource use. Examples include:
 How do these minerals contribute
to our everyday lives?  Choosing products made
 Can you think of any challenges from recycled materials
Discuss the connection between mining and
associated with mining these  Extending the life of
sustainable practices.
minerals? electronic devices through
proper maintenance
 Supporting companies
committed to sustainable
mining practices

H. Making generalizations and Summarize the key points about minerals: Lead a class discussion to summarize the key Ask students to summarize the key
abstractions about the lesson their definition, properties, and societal points of the lesson. points of the lesson.
importance.

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 Emphasize the importance of responsible Emphasize the importance of
mining practices for environmental protection sustainable practices in mineral
Emphasize the diversity of minerals and
and resource sustainability. resource extraction to ensure a
their varying uses.
healthy environment for future
generations.

[Link] Learning Give a short quiz (individual or group) to Exit Ticket: Ask students to write a short The teacher will prepare a quiz to
assess students' understanding of the paragraph summarizing what they learned assess the learnings of the
different minerals and their applications. about the mining and processing of ore learners. Make sure that the quiz
minerals. covers all the topics that were
discussed within the week.
The quiz can include matching exercises,
fill-in-the-blank statements, or short
descriptions of mineral uses. Record the scores of the learners.

[Link] activities for application or Assign a research project where students Research project on a specific metal and its Students can research specific
remediation can choose a specific mineral and delve mining process. mining projects in their local area
deeper into its properties, mining process, and investigate their environmental
and environmental impact. impact. They can then design a
Debate on the pros and cons of mining in a public awareness campaign
particular region. advocating for responsible mining
For struggling students, provide a list of practices.
common minerals and have them
research one specific use for each. Create a public awareness campaign
advocating for responsible mining practices. Students can research and create a
presentation on alternative sources
for some of the minerals we rely on
Differentiation: heavily.

 Provide additional support or

scaffolding for students who struggle
with the concepts.
 Offer enrichment activities for
students who grasp the material
quickly (e.g., research on new
technologies in mining).

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[Link]. of learners who earned 80% of the
formative assessment

[Link]. of learners who require additional

activities to remediation

[Link] the remedial lessons work? No. of

learners who have caught up with the
lesson

[Link]. of learners who continue to require

remediation

[Link] of my teaching strategies

worked well? Why did these work?

[Link] difficulties did I encounter which

my principal or supervisor can help me
solve?

[Link] innovation or localized material

did I use/discover which I wish to share
with other teachers?

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