Jss1 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Jss1 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
JSS1 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1-3: Introduction to Second Term
Week 1:
Overview of the second term curriculum.
Importance of continuous learning in agriculture.
Class discussion on experiences during the break.
Week 2:
Introduction to new topics: Farm tools and equipment.
Practical session on identifying and using basic farm tools.
Guest speaker: Local farmer demonstrating advanced farm equipment.
Group project: Creating a chart on farm tools.
Week 3:
Importance of water in agriculture.
Watering techniques for different crops.
Field trip to a local irrigation facility.
Classroom discussion on water conservation in farming.
Week 4-6: Plant Propagation
Week 4:
Introduction to plant propagation techniques.
Types of plant propagation: Seeds, cuttings, grafting.
Classroom experiment: Planting seeds and monitoring germination.
Group project: Creating a step-by-step guide on plant propagation.
Week 5:
Importance of crop diversity.
Classroom discussion on local and exotic crop varieties.
Guest speaker: Agricultural extension officer discussing crop diversity conservation.
Practical session: Planting different crop varieties in the school garden.
Week 6:
Disease-resistant crops and genetic modification.
Classroom debate on the ethical implications of genetic modification.
Field trip to a research center focusing on crop improvement.
Group project: Presentations on the benefits and concerns of genetic modification.
Week 7-9: Soil Fertility and Conservation
Week 7:
Understanding soil fertility.
Fertilizers and their application methods.
Practical session: Applying fertilizers in the school garden.
Group project: Creating a poster on sustainable soil fertility practices.
Week 8:
Soil erosion and conservation techniques.
Classroom discussion on the impact of erosion on agriculture.
Field trip to observe soil conservation measures in action.
Group project: Designing a model for soil erosion control.
Week 9:
Composting and its benefits.
Practical session: Creating compost from organic waste.
Guest speaker: Environmentalist discussing the importance of composting.
Classroom discussion on waste reduction in agriculture.
Week 10: Farm Business Management
Week 10:
Basics of farm business management.
Planning and budgeting for a small farm.
Classroom discussion on the economic aspects of agriculture.
Group project: Creating a simple business plan for a farm.
Week 11: Revision Week
Week 12: Examination Week
Week 12:
Comprehensive review of the term’s topics.
Practice examinations.
Exam preparation tips.
Examination week activities.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Week 13:
Recap of the term’s highlights.
Distribution of report cards.
Setting goals for the next term.
Farewell activities.