JSS3 Third Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Third Term: Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Agribusiness
Lesson: Basics of Agribusiness
Activity: Guest speaker session with a successful agribusiness entrepreneur.
Week 2: Livestock Management (Part 1)
Lesson: Care and Handling of Livestock
Activity: Practical session on livestock handling in the school farm.
Week 3: Livestock Management (Part 2)
Lesson: Health and Disease Control in Livestock
Activity: Veterinary expert visit for insights on livestock health.
Week 4: Organic Farming
Lesson: Principles and Practices of Organic Farming
Activity: Group project on creating an organic farm in the school garden.
Week 5: Greenhouse Farming
Lesson: Introduction to Greenhouse Technology
Activity: Constructing a small greenhouse and planting inside.
Week 6: Agricultural Biotechnology
Lesson: Applications of Biotechnology in Agriculture
Activity: Debate on the ethical considerations of agricultural biotechnology.
Week 7: Agricultural Research and Development
Lesson: Importance and Impact of Agricultural Research
Activity: Student-led research projects on a chosen agricultural topic.
Week 8: Food Preservation Techniques
Lesson: Methods of Food Preservation
Activity: Practical session on food preservation techniques.
Week 9: Entrepreneurship in Agriculture
Lesson: Building an Agricultural Enterprise
Activity: Group business plan presentation for a hypothetical farm business.
Week 10: Environmental Impact of Agriculture
Lesson: Understanding the Environmental Consequences of Farming
Activity: Field trip to observe and analyze the local environmental impact of agriculture.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson: Comprehensive Review of Third Term Topics
Activity: Mock exams and peer review sessions.
Week 12: Examination Week
Assessment: Written and Practical Examinations
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Recap: Term Highlights and Future Agricultural Endeavors
Activity: End-of-term celebration and distribution of academic reports.
