Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 2

TERM – 3^RD TERM

WEEK FOUR

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

Topic: PRACTICALS

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

1. Embark on a field trip to a range land
2. Collect common pasture grasses from a range land
3. Collect common pasture legumes from a rangeland

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

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

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

NOTE

PRACTICALS

Practical Session: Exploration of Rangelands and Collection of Pasture Plants

Objective:

The objective of this practical session is to provide students with hands-on experience in exploring rangelands, identifying common pasture grasses and legumes, and collecting plant samples for further study.

Materials Needed:

1. Transportation to a nearby rangeland.
2. Field guides or identification keys for common pasture grasses and legumes.
3. Collection bags or containers for plant samples.
4. Personal protective equipment (PPE) for students (e.g., gloves, hats, sunscreen).
5. Notebooks, pens, and cameras for recording observations.
6. Supervision by experienced instructors or field guides.

Procedure:

1. Preparation (15 minutes):

   - Provide an overview of the objectives and safety guidelines for the field trip.

   - Distribute field guides or identification keys to students and review key characteristics of common pasture grasses and legumes.

   - Ensure that students are equipped with appropriate clothing, footwear, and PPE for outdoor exploration.

2. Field Trip to a Rangeland (90 minutes):

   - Transport students to a nearby rangeland or grassland area with diverse vegetation.

   - Lead students on a guided tour of the rangeland, pointing out different plant communities, soil types, and landscape features.

   - Encourage students to observe and ask questions about the vegetation, wildlife, and ecological processes occurring in the rangeland.

3. Collection of Common Pasture Grasses (60 minutes):

   - Instruct students to identify and collect samples of common pasture grasses found in the rangeland.

   - Demonstrate proper collection techniques, such as using hand clippers or scissors to cut plant samples at the base of the stem.

   - Encourage students to collect a variety of grass species, noting their physical characteristics, growth habits, and habitat preferences.

4. Collection of Common Pasture Legumes (60 minutes):

   - Guide students in identifying and collecting samples of common pasture legumes present in the rangeland.

   - Highlight distinguishing features of legume plants, such as leaf shape, flower color, and seed pods.

   - Assist students in selecting representative samples of legume species for further examination and analysis.

5. Data Recording and Analysis (30 minutes):

   - Have students record their observations, including plant species collected, habitat characteristics, and any notable features or adaptations observed.

   - Encourage students to take photographs or make sketches of collected plant specimens for documentation purposes.

   - Facilitate discussions on the ecological roles and importance of pasture grasses and legumes in rangeland ecosystems.

6. Conclusion and Reflection (15 minutes):

   - Gather students together for a group discussion to share their experiences and insights from the field trip.

   - Reflect on the diversity and significance of rangeland vegetation, as well as the ecological services provided by pasture grasses and legumes.

EVALUATION: 1. Teacher evaluates the students based on their performance from the field trip.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively