Entrepreneurship
Target Level: Form One (Secondary School)
Based on: Business Studies for Secondary Schools – Student’s Book Form One (Tanzania Institute of Education, 2023)
1. Guiding Questions for Note-Taking
Section A: Understanding Entrepreneurship
Define entrepreneurship in your own words. How does it differ from traditional employment?
List the three types of entrepreneurship (Business, Intrapreneurship, Social). Provide a local example for each.
Explain the roles of an entrepreneur and an intrapreneur. How are they similar/different?
Section B: Characteristics of Entrepreneurs
4. Identify five key characteristics of successful entrepreneurs (e.g., creativity, risk-taking).
Activity: Interview a local entrepreneur (e.g., shop owner) and note which traits they exhibit.
Why is innovation critical for entrepreneurship? Use the evolution of mobile phones (Figure 2.3) as an example.
Section C: Entrepreneurial Skills
6. Describe the following skills and their importance:
Financial management
Negotiation
Networking
Case Study: How did TANESCO’s LUKU system (Activity 2.4) demonstrate innovation and problem-solving?
Section D: Theories of Entrepreneurship
8. Summarize two theories:
Innovation Theory (Schumpeter)
Risk-Bearing Theory (Knight)
Debate: Are entrepreneurs born or made? Support your answer with theories.
Section E: Importance of Entrepreneurship
10. How does entrepreneurship:
- Reduce unemployment?
- Promote social change (e.g., eco-friendly businesses)?
2. Structured Activities
a) Research Task:
Investigate a Tanzanian entrepreneur (e.g., Reginald Mengi, Mohammed Dewji).
Present their: Challenges, Innovations, Impact on Society.
b) Business Simulation:
Design a simple business plan for a school-based enterprise (e.g., selling snacks, stationery). Include:
Product Idea
Target Customers
Budget (Start-up costs)
c) Group Discussion:
Topic: "Can a sole proprietorship grow into a large company?" Use Juliana’s tailoring shop (Chapter 3) as an example.
3. Assessment Questions
Short Answer:
What is the difference between goods and services in entrepreneurship?
How does scarcity influence entrepreneurial opportunities?
Essay Question:
"Entrepreneurship is the backbone of Tanzania’s economy." Discuss with three examples.
4. Glossary Practice
Define and use in sentences:
Innovation
Opportunity Cost
Unlimited Liability
5. Extension Resources
Video: Watch TED Talk "The Power of Youth Entrepreneurship" (link to be provided).
Textbook Reference: Revisit Chapter 2 (Entrepreneurship) and Chapter 3 (Sole Proprietorship).
Teacher’s Notes:
Encourage real-world connections (e.g., field visits to local markets).
Use Figure 2.2 (Entrepreneur Characteristics) for visual learners.
Package Alignment:
Covers 2023 Tanzanian Syllabus for Business Studies.
Integrates critical thinking, research, and practical application.
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