Jss3 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Jss3 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
JSS3 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1-10:
Week 1 – Soil Fertility and Management
Soil fertility factors
Nutrient cycles
Soil improvement techniques
Practical exercise: Testing soil fertility in the school garden
Week 2 – Crop Production III: Horticulture
Introduction to horticulture
Types of horticultural crops
Techniques of horticultural crop cultivation
Class activity: Designing and planting a school ornamental garden
Week 3 – Agribusiness I: Introduction to Agribusiness
Basics of agribusiness
Opportunities in agribusiness
Planning a small-scale agribusiness venture
Guest speaker: Successful local agribusiness owner sharing insights
Week 4 – Agribusiness II: Financing Agricultural Ventures
Sources of agricultural finance
Budgeting for agricultural projects
Class project: Creating a business plan for a hypothetical agribusiness
Week 5 – Agricultural Mechanization
Importance of mechanization in agriculture
Types of agricultural machinery
Practical demonstration: Operating basic agricultural machines
Week 6 – Livestock Farming III: Fish Farming
Types of fish farming
Pond construction and management
Feeding and health care of fish
Field trip: Visit to a local fish farm
Week 7 – Environmental Impact of Agriculture
Agriculture and the environment
Sustainable agricultural practices
Class discussion: Brainstorming eco-friendly farming methods
Week 8 – Agricultural Policies and Government Support
Government policies on agriculture
Support programs for farmers
Group project: Research on government agricultural initiatives
Week 9 – Global Agricultural Issues
Global food security challenges
Climate change and agriculture
Presentation: Students presenting findings on a chosen global agricultural issue
Week 10 – Review and Assessment
Comprehensive review of the term’s topics
Assessment through group projects and presentations
Preparation for the end-of-term examination
Week 11-13:
Week 11 – Revision Week
Revision of second term topics
Practice tests and quizzes
Group discussions on challenging concepts
Week 12 – Examination Week
Final examination covering all second term topics
Practical exam: Students demonstrating hands-on skills learned
Week 13 – School Dismissal Week
Review of the term’s achievements
Distribution of certificates and awards
Closing ceremony: Acknowledging outstanding students and celebrating the end of the academic year.