Animal Husbandry - Senior Secondary 1 - Practical on parturition

TERM: 2^ND TERM

WEEK NINE

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

Topic: PRACTICAL ON PARTURITION

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

I.) Visit established farm to witness parturition in farm animal

II.) Detect signs of approaching parturition.

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

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

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

NOTE

PRACTICAL ON PARTURITION

Practical Session: Learning about Parturition in Farm Animals

Objective:

The objective of this practical session is to provide students with firsthand experience and knowledge about parturition (birthing) in farm animals, including observing videos of farm animals giving birth, witnessing parturition on an established farm, and learning to detect signs of approaching parturition.

Materials Needed:

1. Videos of farm animals giving birth.
2. Access to an established farm where parturition can be witnessed.
3. Observation areas or facilities on the farm where parturition can be observed safely.
4. Record-keeping materials (e.g., notebooks, pens) for students.
5. Personal protective equipment (PPE) for students (e.g., gloves, boots).
6. 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 understanding parturition in farm animals.

   - Discuss the stages of labor and delivery in farm animals, as well as the signs and behaviors associated with approaching parturition.

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

2. Video Observation of Parturition (60 minutes):

   - Show videos of farm animals giving birth to students, focusing on different species (e.g., cattle, goats, sheep, pigs).

   - Guide students in observing the behaviors and stages of labor and delivery in the videos, highlighting key signs and events.

   - Encourage students to take notes and ask questions about the process of parturition as they watch the videos.

3. Visit to Established Farm for Witnessing Parturition (90 minutes):

   - Arrange a visit to an established farm where parturition is expected to occur or where pregnant animals are close to their due dates.

   - Provide students with the opportunity to witness parturition firsthand, under the supervision of experienced farm staff or instructors.

   - Instruct students to observe and record their observations of the signs and behaviors exhibited by the animals during labor and delivery.

4. Detection of Signs of Approaching Parturition (60 minutes):

   - Review the signs and behaviors associated with approaching parturition with students, emphasizing the importance of early detection for proper management.

   - Lead students in a discussion on how to recognize signs such as udder development, relaxation of pelvic ligaments, nesting behavior, and changes in behavior or appetite.

5. Data Analysis and Reflection (30 minutes):

   - Gather students together for a group discussion to share their observations and experiences from witnessing parturition and detecting signs of approaching parturition.

   - Encourage students to analyze their data and identify commonalities or patterns in the signs observed across different species.

6. Conclusion and Recommendations (15 minutes):

   - Summarize the main points of the practical session and highlight key insights gained from observing parturition and detecting signs of approaching parturition.

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