SHS2 Agriculture · Semester 1 Week 12: Modern Mechanised Agriculture

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.2.2.LI.2 - Describe the methods and uses of irrigation and drainage systems in Agricultural production.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Describe at least five methods of irrigation (surface, sprinkler, drip, sub-irrigation, and manual) and state the conditions under which each method is best used.
Describe at least three methods of drainage (surface drainage, subsurface drainage, and mole drainage) and explain how each works.
Match each irrigation and drainage method to its specific uses in crop and livestock production.
Explain the advantages and limitations of each irrigation and drainage method.
Justify the choice of a particular irrigation or drainage method for a given farm situation, using reasoning based on land type, crop, water availability, and cost.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Modern Technical and Mechanised Agriculture (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Modern Mechanised Agriculture (2.2)
Content standard: 2.2.2.CS.1 - Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the meaning and benefits of irrigation and drainage systems in Agricultural production. 2.2.2.LO.1 Use the knowledge acquired to explain the meaning and benefits of irrigation and drainage systems in Agricultural production.
Indicator: 2.2.2.LI.2 - Describe the methods and uses of irrigation and drainage systems in Agricultural production.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 12 (Week 12 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. 135

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential learning: Learners in mixed-ability groups visit a nearby farm with irrigation system/watch videos/pictures on irrigation system in Agriculture and discuss the methods of irrigation and drainage systems in Agriculture.
Initiating talk for learning: Learners in mixed-ability groups discuss the various types of irrigation and drainage equipment used in Agricultural production.
Collaborative learning:
Learners in mixed-ability groups discuss the uses of the various irrigation and drainage systems in Agricultural production. Leaners should discuss the benefits of irrigation facilities to the agricultural activities of women and persons living with disabilities.
Assessment (2.2.2.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Functional internet connectivity,
- Computer
- Pen
- Notebook
- Textbooks on Agricultural Irrigation and Drainage Systems
- Picture or charts showing different types of irrigation and drainage systems
- Sprinklers
- Watering cans
- Pipes
- Irrigation tiles
- Drip irrigation lines
- Overhead water tank
- Dugout
- Video/pictures of irrigation and drainage systems used in Agricultural production