SS2 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS2 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS2 Second Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Animal Nutrition
Lesson: Understanding the nutritional needs of farm animals.
Activity: Formulation of balanced animal feed.
Homework: Research on common nutritional deficiencies in livestock.
Week 2: Agricultural Extension Services
Lesson: Role of extension services in agriculture.
Activity: Guest lecture from a local agricultural extension officer.
Homework: Create a poster on the services provided by extension officers.
Week 3: Pest and Disease Management
Lesson: Identification and control of common pests and diseases.
Activity: Field observation and practical application of control measures.
Homework: Develop a pest and disease management plan for a specific crop.
Week 4: Sustainable Agriculture Practices
Lesson: Introduction to sustainable farming methods.
Activity: Discussion on the importance of sustainable agriculture.
Homework: Research and present a case study on successful sustainable farming.
Week 5: Agricultural Biotechnology
Lesson: Applications of biotechnology in agriculture.
Activity: Debate on the ethical considerations of GMOs.
Homework: Write an essay on the benefits and risks of agricultural biotechnology.
Week 6: Crop Harvesting and Post-Harvest Practices
Lesson: Techniques for proper crop harvesting and post-harvest handling.
Activity: Hands-on experience in harvesting and post-harvest processing.
Homework: Design a storage facility for harvested crops.
Week 7: Fish Farming and Aquaculture
Lesson: Introduction to fish farming and aquaculture.
Activity: Visit to a local fish farm.
Homework: Identify common fish species suitable for farming.
Week 8: Agricultural Policies and Regulations
Lesson: Understanding government policies and regulations in agriculture.
Activity: Group discussion on the impact of policies on farmers.
Homework: Research on recent agricultural policy changes.
Week 9: Crop Rotation and Diversification
Lesson: Benefits and methods of crop rotation and diversification.
Activity: Plan a crop rotation schedule for a small farm.
Homework: Identify potential crops for diversification in a specific region.
Week 10: Mechanization in Agriculture
Lesson: Importance and challenges of mechanized farming.
Activity: Visit to a farm using modern agricultural machinery.
Homework: Write a report on the benefits of mechanization in agriculture.