Agricultural Science Methods
- Education
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 159 pages
- 15 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EDU280, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EDU280 · UNIT 1 AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
At the end of the course, there is a final examination. The course should take you about a total of 17 weeks to complete. Below you will find listed all the components of the course, what you have to do and how you should allocate your time to each unit in order to complete the course on time and successfully.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the philosophical background of agricultural education in Nigeria.
- Identify the roles and responsibilities of agricultural science teachers.
- Develop effective lesson plans for agricultural science.
- Utilize appropriate instructional materials and teaching methods.
- Apply evaluation techniques to assess student learning.
- Understand the social factors affecting agricultural education.
What it prepares you for
- Agricultural Science Teacher
- Agricultural Extension Officer
- Curriculum Developer
- Educational Consultant
- Farm Manager
- Education
- Agriculture
- Government
- Research
- Community Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences
Unit 3: The Teaching-Learning transactions in Agricultural Education
Requires understanding of different learning styles and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Module 3: Methodology of Agricultural Science Teaching
Unit 1: Teaching Methods in Agricultural Science
Involves integrating various teaching methods and adapting them to specific agricultural contexts.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 29 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction
Unit 1: Agricultural Education · 2 hours
Read the introduction to Agricultural Education.. Understand the philosophical background of agricultural education in Nigeria.. Identify different careers in agriculture..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction
Unit 2: The Teacher of Agricultural Science · 2 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 3Module 1: Introduction
Unit 3: The Task of Agricultural Teacher · 2 hours
Develop and implement lesson plans.. Carry out field projects.. Evaluate teaching exercises..
- Week 4Module 1: Introduction
Unit 4: Social Factors in the teaching of Agricultural Science · 2 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 5Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences
Unit 1: Tools for Agricultural Science Teaching · 2 hours
Differentiate between goals and objectives in education.. State the difference between instructional and behavioral objectives.. Explain relevant skills for agricultural teaching..
- Week 6Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences
Unit 2: Teaching Aids in Agriculture · 2 hours
Identify teaching materials/aids in agriculture.. Determine sources of instructional materials.. Select teaching materials/aids..
- Week 7Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences
Unit 3: The Teaching-Learning transactions in Agricultural Education · 2 hours
Explain characteristics of teaching and learning processes.. Explain the interaction between teaching and learning.. Describe basic teaching principles..
- Week 8Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Agricultural Sciences
Unit 4: Teaching Techniques and Procedure in Agricultural Science · 2 hours
State specific devices used by teachers to help students.. Formulate good classroom questions.. Learn through references and use the library effectively..
- Week 9Module 3: Methodology of Agricultural Science Teaching
Unit 1: Teaching Methods in Agricultural Science · 3 hours
Explain the procedure involved in demonstration, discussion and problem solving methods.. Plan a field trip and exhibitions.. Understand the project method..
- Week 10Module 3: Methodology of Agricultural Science Teaching
Unit 2: Planning and Managing School Agricultural Programmes · 2 hours
Explain what planning is and state factors affecting planning.. Describe approaches to program planning.. Plan a school farm..
- Week 11Module 3: Methodology of Agricultural Science Teaching
Unit 3: Evaluating Agricultural Education Programme · 2 hours
State the importance of evaluation.. Explain the characteristics of evaluation.. Explain the types of evaluation common in agricultural education..
- Week 12Module 4: Preparation for Agricultural Science Teaching
Unit 1: Agricultural Science Curriculum and Syllabus · 2 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 13Module 4: Preparation for Agricultural Science Teaching
Unit 2: Scheme of Work and Lesson Plan · 2 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 hours
Enumerate the characteristics of teaching practice.. State the objectives and importance of teaching practice.. Understand the selection procedure for teaching practice..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all unit objectives and ensure you can meet them.
- Create flashcards for key terms and concepts from each module.
- Practice developing lesson plans for different agricultural topics.
- Form study groups to discuss and clarify challenging concepts.
- Focus on practical applications and examples from the course materials.
- Practice past questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.
- Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 teaching methods.
- Allocate specific time slots for each subject area weekly.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EDU280 about?
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.
How many units does EDU280 have?
EDU280, Agricultural Science Methods, has 15 units across 4 modules, over 159 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EDU280?
EDU280 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Education.
Is EDU280 hard?
EDU280 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does EDU280 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is EDU280 assessed?
EDU280 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with EDU280?
Agricultural Science Teacher, Agricultural Extension Officer, Curriculum Developer, Educational Consultant and Farm Manager.