SS1 First Term Agricultural Science Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Agricultural Science
Lesson Note:
Definition of Agricultural Science
Importance of Agricultural Science
Overview of the course content
Activities:
Class discussion on the relevance of agriculture
Introduction to key agricultural terms and concepts
Scheme of Work:
Introduction to Agricultural Science
Understanding the role of agriculture in society
Week 2: Soil and its Importance
Lesson Note:
Types of soil
Soil formation and composition
Importance of soil in agriculture
Activities:
Soil texture analysis experiment
Group discussions on soil fertility
Scheme of Work:
Types and characteristics of soil
Soil fertility and its impact on crop production
Week 3: Crop Production
Lesson Note:
Crop types and classification
Crop cultivation techniques
Factors influencing crop production
Activities:
Field trip to a local farm
Hands-on planting demonstration
Scheme of Work:
Understanding different crops and their requirements
Practical aspects of crop cultivation
Week 4: Animal Husbandry
Lesson Note:
Types of livestock
Livestock management practices
Importance of animal husbandry
Activities:
Guest lecture from a local farmer
Group project on designing a small-scale animal farm
Scheme of Work:
Basics of animal husbandry
Sustainable practices in livestock management
Week 5: Pests and Diseases in Agriculture
Lesson Note:
Common pests and diseases in crops
Prevention and control measures
Impact of pests and diseases on agriculture
Activities:
Identifying pests and diseases in plant samples
Research project on organic pest control methods
Scheme of Work:
Recognizing and managing agricultural pests and diseases
Sustainable approaches to pest and disease control
Week 6: Agricultural Machinery and Equipment
Lesson Note:
Types of agricultural machinery
Proper use and maintenance
Technological advancements in agriculture
Activities:
Machinery demonstration day
Group project on creating a manual for equipment maintenance
Scheme of Work:
Understanding the role of machinery in modern agriculture
Safety precautions and maintenance practices
Week 7: Farm Management and Planning
Lesson Note:
Importance of farm planning
Record-keeping in agriculture
Budgeting for farm operations
Activities:
Farm management simulation game
Guest speaker on successful farm planning
Scheme of Work:
Strategic planning for agricultural activities
Financial management in farming
Week 8: Agro-processing and Value Addition
Lesson Note:
Definition of agro-processing
Value addition in agriculture
Benefits of agro-processing
Activities:
Visit to a local agro-processing facility
Group project on creating a value-added product
Scheme of Work:
Exploring opportunities in agro-processing
Adding value to agricultural products
Week 9: Environmental Impact of Agriculture
Lesson Note:
Effects of agriculture on the environment
Sustainable agricultural practices
Conservation methods in farming
Activities:
Environmental impact assessment project
Debate on sustainable agriculture practices
Scheme of Work:
Balancing agricultural development with environmental conservation
Strategies for sustainable farming
Week 10: Water Management in Agriculture
Lesson Note:
Importance of water in agriculture
Irrigation techniques
Water conservation practices
Activities:
Field trip to a local irrigation project
Group project on designing an efficient irrigation system
Scheme of Work:
Understanding the role of water in crop production
Practical aspects of irrigation and water management
Week 11: Revision Week
Activities:
Review of key concepts from previous weeks
Practice tests and quizzes
Week 12: Examination Week
Activities:
Final written examination
Practical assessments
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Activities:
Recap of the course
Distribution of certificates
Farewell and appreciation session.
