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EDU280Education2 Unitsintermediate

Agricultural Science Methods

This course introduces students to the methods and techniques of teaching Agricultural Science at the basic and secondary school levels. It explores the philosophical background of agricultural education in Nigeria, the roles and responsibilities of agricultural science teachers, and the importance of practical skills. The course covers lesson planning, instructional materials, teaching methods, and evaluation techniques. It also addresses social factors affecting agricultural education and prepares students for effective teaching practice.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Agricultural EducationTeaching MethodsLesson PlanningInstructional MaterialsPractical Skills

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Agricultural Education

2

Teaching Methods

3

Lesson Planning

4

Instructional Materials

5

Evaluation Techniques

6

Curriculum Development

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Agricultural Science Teacher

Apply your skills in this growing field

Agricultural Extension Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Curriculum Developer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Educational Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Farm Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationAgricultureGovernmentResearchCommunity Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 1: Agricultural Education

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to Agricultural Education.
  • •Understand the philosophical background of agricultural education in Nigeria.
  • •Identify different careers in agriculture.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 2: The Teacher of Agricultural Science

2 study hours
  • •Define teaching and effective teaching.
  • •Describe the characteristics of an effective teacher.
  • •Identify the roles and personal qualities of a good teacher of agriculture.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 3: The Task of Agricultural Teacher

2 study hours
  • •Develop and implement lesson plans.
  • •Carry out field projects.
  • •Evaluate teaching exercises.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 4: Social Factors in the teaching of Agricultural Science

2 study hours
  • •Clarify why pupils have negative attitudes towards agriculture.
  • •Identify factors that lower the status of agriculture.
  • •Understand the community's expectations of the teacher.
Week
5

Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences

2h

Unit 1: Tools for Agricultural Science Teaching

2 study hours
  • •Differentiate between goals and objectives in education.
  • •State the difference between instructional and behavioral objectives.
  • •Explain relevant skills for agricultural teaching.
Week
6

Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences

2h

Unit 2: Teaching Aids in Agriculture

2 study hours
  • •Identify teaching materials/aids in agriculture.
  • •Determine sources of instructional materials.
  • •Select teaching materials/aids.
Week
7

Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences

2h

Unit 3: The Teaching-Learning transactions in Agricultural Education

2 study hours
  • •Explain characteristics of teaching and learning processes.
  • •Explain the interaction between teaching and learning.
  • •Describe basic teaching principles.
Week
8

Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences

2h

Unit 4: Teaching Techniques and Procedure in Agricultural Science

2 study hours
  • •State specific devices used by teachers to help students.
  • •Formulate good classroom questions.
  • •Learn through references and use the library effectively.
Week
9

Module 3: Methodology of Agricultural Science Teaching

3h

Unit 1: Teaching Methods in Agricultural Science

3 study hours
  • •Explain the procedure involved in demonstration, discussion and problem solving methods.
  • •Plan a field trip and exhibitions.
  • •Understand the project method.
Week
10

Module 3: Methodology of Agricultural Science Teaching

2h

Unit 2: Planning and Managing School Agricultural Programmes

2 study hours
  • •Explain what planning is and state factors affecting planning.
  • •Describe approaches to program planning.
  • •Plan a school farm.
Week
11

Module 3: Methodology of Agricultural Science Teaching

2h

Unit 3: Evaluating Agricultural Education Programme

2 study hours
  • •State the importance of evaluation.
  • •Explain the characteristics of evaluation.
  • •Explain the types of evaluation common in agricultural education.
Week
12

Module 4: Preparation for Agricultural Science Teaching

2h

Unit 1: Agricultural Science Curriculum and Syllabus

2 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning and scope of curriculum in agriculture.
  • •Understand the purpose and process of curriculum development.
  • •Explain syllabus as a subset of curriculum.
Week
13

Module 4: Preparation for Agricultural Science Teaching

4h

Unit 2: Scheme of Work and Lesson Plan

2 study hours
  • •State how scheme of work and lesson plan are drawn from the syllabus.
  • •Understand factors to consider when drawing up the scheme of work and lesson plan.
  • •Understand the components of an effective lesson plan.

Unit 3: Teaching Practice

2 study hours
  • •Enumerate the characteristics of teaching practice.
  • •State the objectives and importance of teaching practice.
  • •Understand the selection procedure for teaching practice.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit objectives and ensure you can meet them.

2

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts from each module.

3

Practice developing lesson plans for different agricultural topics.

4

Form study groups to discuss and clarify challenging concepts.

5

Focus on practical applications and examples from the course materials.

6

Practice past questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.

7

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 teaching methods.

8

Allocate specific time slots for each subject area weekly.

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