Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - SHS 1
AGRICULTURE AND SOCIETY
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AGRICULTURE AND SOCIETY
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Subject: Agriculture
Class: SHS 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 4
Grade code: 1.1.1.LI.1
Strand code: 1
Sub-strand code: 1
Indicator code: 1.1.1.LI.1
Theme: CONCEPT OF AGRICULTURE AND INDUSTRIALIZING SOCIETY
Subtheme: AGRICULTURE AND SOCIETY
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This lesson introduces the fundamental concept of Agricultural Education. For many of us in Ghana, agriculture is a way of life we see all around us, from the yam farms in the Bono Region to the fishing communities along the coast. However, modern agriculture is more than just planting and harvesting; it is a science, a business, and a critical driver of our nation's development. This lesson explores how we formally and informally learn about agriculture, why this education is vital for Ghana's future, and the vast opportunities it opens up for young people.
This section provides the core knowledge the teacher will present and discuss with the learners, consolidating the findings from the learner-centred activities. Activity 1: Think-Pair-Share (15 mins) Teacher's Instruction: "Individually, take two minutes to think about this question: *'What does it mean to be educated in agriculture?'* Write down your thoughts. Now, turn to your partner and share your ideas. What did you agree on? What was different?" *(The teacher facilitates, listens to pairs, and asks leading questions to struggling learners, e.g., "Where do farmers learn new techniques? Is it only in a classroom? What about what your grandparents taught you?")* Core Content Delivery (20 mins)
After the Think-Pair-Share, the teacher will synthesise the learners' ideas and present the following detailed concepts.
A. The Meaning of Agricultural Education
To understand Agricultural Education, let's first break it down. Agriculture: The science, art, and business of cultivating the soil, producing crops, and raising livestock; farming. Education: The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.