Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 2

TERM – 2^ND TERM

WEEK ONE

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: STORE KEEPING

Topic: WELCOME TEST/ ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

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

I.)  Describe an environment                                 

II.) Appraise the importance of a healthy environment

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 introduce and explain the meaning of Environment to the students	Students as a class identify with their environment
STEP 2 EXPLANATION	Teacher discusses the importance of a healthy Environment .	Students in small groups discuss importance of healthy environment        .
STEP 3 NOTE TAKING	The teacher writes a summarized note on the board	The students copy the note in their books

 

NOTE

WELCOME TEST/ ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

An environment refers to the surroundings or conditions in which living organisms, including humans, interact with each other and their surroundings. Environments can vary widely in scale, from microscopic ecosystems to global ecosystems, and can include both natural and human-made elements. They encompass physical, biological, social, and cultural components that influence the quality of life and well-being of individuals and communities.

Importance of a Healthy Environment

A healthy environment is essential for the well-being and prosperity of individuals, communities, and ecosystems. The following are some major reasons why a healthy environment is important:

1. A healthy environment provides clean air, safe drinking water, nutritious food, and access to natural spaces for physical activity and recreation, all of which are essential for promoting physical and mental health and preventing diseases.
2. Healthy ecosystems provide essential services such as clean air and water, pollination of crops, regulation of climate, nutrient cycling, and flood control, which are vital for sustaining life and supporting human activities such as agriculture, fisheries, and tourism.
3. A healthy environment supports diverse ecosystems and species, preserving biodiversity and genetic resources that provide resilience against environmental changes and contribute to ecosystem stability and resilience.
4. Healthy environments play a crucial role in mitigating climate change by sequestering carbon dioxide through photosynthesis, regulating temperature and weather patterns, and buffering against the impacts of extreme weather events such as hurricanes, droughts, and floods.
5. A healthy environment is essential for achieving sustainable development goals, including poverty reduction, social equity, economic prosperity, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that present and future generations can meet their needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
6. A healthy environment enhances the quality of life by providing aesthetic beauty, recreational opportunities, cultural richness, and spiritual nourishment, fostering a sense of connection, belonging, and well-being among individuals and communities.

EVALUATION: 1. Define Environment

2. Mention 5 importance of a healthy Environment

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively.