Examination Syllabus
BIOLOGY
CLASSES IX-X
(based on National Curriculum 2006)
Published by
Aga Khan University Examination Board
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Daudpota Road, Karachi, Pakistan.
November 2004
Latest Revision June 2012
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This syllabus is developed by Aga Khan University Examination Board for distribution to all its affiliated schools.
Secondary School Certificate
Examination Syllabus
BIOLOGY
CLASSES IX-X
This subject is examined in both
May and September Examination sessions
S. No.
Table of Contents
Page No.
Preface
5
1.
Aims/Objectives of the National Curriculum (2006)
7
2.
Rationale of the AKU-EB Examination Syllabus
9
3.
Topics and Student Learning Outcomes of the Examination Syllabus
12
4.
Scheme of Assessment
60
5.
Teaching-Learning Approaches and Classroom Activities
63
6.
Recommended Text and Reference Material
64
7.
Definition of Cognitive Levels and Command Words
65
Annex A: SSC Scheme of Studies
68
Annex B: List of Practical Activities
70
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PREFACE
In pursuance of National Education Policy (1998-2010), the Curriculum Wing of the
Federal Ministry of Education has begun a process of curriculum reform to improve the quality of education through curriculum revision and textbook development (Preface, National
Curriculum documents 2000 and 2002).
AKU-EB was founded in August 2003 with the same aim of improving the quality of education nationwide. As befits an examination board it seeks to