Environmental Degradation · SHS1 Geography

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.3.3.LI.2 - Examine causes and measures for preventing/mitigating water pollution in Ghana

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define water pollution and distinguish between point source and non-point source pollution.
Identify and explain at least five major causes of water pollution in Ghana, citing specific local examples.
Analyse the effects of water pollution on human health, aquatic life, and the Ghanaian economy.
Evaluate at least four practical measures for preventing or mitigating water pollution in Ghana, considering the roles of individuals, communities, and government.
Create a mind-map that connects the causes, effects, and prevention strategies of water pollution in Ghana.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Human and Environment (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Environmental Degradation (3.3)
Content standard: 1.3.3.CS.1 - 1.3.3.CS.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the causes of environmental pollution and the strategies for dealing with it 1.3.3.LO.1 Evaluate the causes, effects and measures of preventing or mitigating water and air pollutions
Indicator: 1.3.3.LI.2 - Examine causes and measures for preventing/mitigating water pollution in Ghana
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. 57

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Exploratory Learning: Embark on a trip to a nearby polluted water body/watch a video on water pollution
Talk for Learning:
- Brainstorm on the definition of water pollution.
- In an all-inclusive whole class discussion, and with the aid of pictures/videos discuss the causes of water pollution in Ghana. Learners during discussions should provide opportunities for others to practice identifying potential situations or experiences that lead to feeling overwhelmed and struggling to manage emotions.
Activity-Based Learning: Create a mind-map on the causes, effects and prevention of water pollution.

Assessment (1.3.3.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Use pictures/videos and other sources to show the causes and effects of air pollution in Ghana.
- Use pictures/videos and other sources showing water pollution, causes and effects in Ghana.