SHS2 General Science · Semester 2 Week 16: Technology in Local Industries

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.4.2.LI.1

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Observe and document at least five distinct process steps involved in the production of an indigenous beverage (beer or gin) during a visit to a local industry.
Accurately record their observations using at least two methods: written notes and voice recording or photographs.
Design a flow chart that correctly sequences the production processes observed at the local industry.
Present their group’s findings to the class using the Talk For Learning approach, clearly explaining each stage of production.
Compare the production methods of at least two different indigenous beverages (for example, pito and akpeteshie) and identify common scientific principles such as fermentation.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Relationships with the Environment (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Technology in Local Industries (4.2)
Content standard: 2.4.2.CS.1 - Explore the production Explain the science in the production of indigenous beverage. of indigenous Beverages. 2.4.2.LO.1 Describe the production process of indigenous beverages.
Indicator: 2.4.2.LI.1 - Project-based Learning: - Put learners in mixed-ability groups to visit a local industry where indigenous beverages are produced. Observe and document the processes involved in the production of indigenous beer/gin. - In mixed groups, initiate a Talk For Learning approach to cross-share their presentations from the study trip to the local industry.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 16 (Week 36 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 86

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Voice recording gadgets
- Camera
- Writing materials
- YEAR THREE
- Raw materials for beverage production (sugarcane, maize, millet,
- energy source (Heat, electricity, etc.)
- Plastic
- Glass
- Earthenware
- solar)
Assessment (2.4.2.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.