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Practical on management practices of pregnant farm animals

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TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK EIGHT

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

Topic: PRACTICAL ON MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OF PREGNANT FARM ANIMALS

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Visit to an established and standard farm

II.) Manage pregnant farm animals in the school farm

III.) Keep records of events from pregnancy to parturition

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher provide an overview of the objectives and structure of the practical session, emphasizing the importance of practical experience in livestock management and record-keeping.

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher introduce the materials and tools that will be used during the session and guide students throughout the practical session.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

PRACTICAL ON MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OF PREGNANT FARM ANIMALS

Practical Session: Hands-on Learning in Livestock Management and Record-Keeping

Objective:

The objective of this practical session is to provide students with practical experience in managing pregnant farm animals, observing reproductive events from pregnancy to parturition, and keeping accurate records of these events.

Materials Needed:

  1. Access to an established and standard farm for the farm visit.
  2. Pregnant farm animals on the school farm (e.g., cattle, goats, sheep, pigs).
  3. Record-keeping materials (e.g., notebooks, calendars, spreadsheets).
  4. Personal protective equipment (PPE) for students (e.g., gloves, boots).
  5. Supervision by experienced farm staff or instructors.

Procedure:

  1. Introduction (15 minutes):

   - Provide an overview of the objectives and structure of the practical session, emphasizing the importance of practical experience in livestock management and record-keeping.

   - Review basic concepts of reproductive physiology and management relevant to pregnant farm animals.

   - Introduce the materials and tools that will be used during the session.

  1. Visit to an Established Farm (60 minutes):

   - Arrange a visit to an established and standard farm with a focus on livestock production.

   - Provide students with a guided tour of the farm facilities, including animal housing, feeding areas, and reproductive management facilities.

   - Encourage students to observe and ask questions about various aspects of farm management, including breeding, pregnancy diagnosis, and parturition management.

  1. Management of Pregnant Farm Animals (90 minutes):

   - Divide students into small groups and assign each group a pregnant farm animal to manage on the school farm.

   - Instruct students on proper care and management practices for pregnant animals, including nutrition, housing, and monitoring.

   - Guide students in conducting regular health checks and monitoring the progress of pregnancy in their assigned animals.

  1. Record-Keeping of Reproductive Events (90 minutes):

   - Provide students with record-keeping materials and instruct them to keep detailed records of events from pregnancy to parturition for their assigned animals.

   - Encourage students to document important information such as breeding dates, pregnancy diagnosis results, nutritional management, and signs of impending parturition.

   - Supervise students as they record observations and update their records throughout the duration of the practical session.

  1. Hands-on Practice and Data Analysis (60 minutes):

   - Allow students to actively participate in the care and management of pregnant farm animals, applying theoretical knowledge to practical situations.

   - Facilitate opportunities for students to analyze their data and identify patterns or trends in reproductive events and animal behavior.

   - Encourage students to collaborate and share insights with their peers, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

  1. Group Discussion and Reflection (30 minutes):

   - Gather students together for a group discussion to share their experiences and observations from managing pregnant farm animals and keeping records.

   - Facilitate discussions on the challenges and successes encountered during the practical session, as well as lessons learned and areas for improvement.

   - Encourage students to reflect on the importance of practical experience and record-keeping in effective livestock management and reproductive health.

  1. Conclusion and Recommendations (15 minutes):

   - Summarize the main points of the practical session and highlight key insights gained from hands-on learning and record-keeping activities.

   - Provide resources and recommendations for further study and practice in livestock management and reproductive health.

EVALUATION: 1. Teacher evaluates the students based on their performance from the practical session.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively