Life Cycle of Organisms · JHS2 Science

Lesson notes

Indicator: B8.2.2.1.2 - Discuss the impact of the Anopheles mosquito on humans and how it can be controlled.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain the role of the female Anopheles mosquito as a vector for the Plasmodium parasite that causes malaria in humans.
Describe at least four impacts of malaria on individuals, families and communities in Ghana.
Identify and explain at least five methods of controlling the Anopheles mosquito and preventing malaria.
Generate and present at least two practical solutions for reducing malaria in their local community.
Justify why controlling the mosquito population is more effective than treating malaria after infection.

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Strand: Cycles (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Life Cycle of Organisms (2.2)
Content standard: B8.2.2.1 - Demonstrate an activity to show the life cycle of the Anopheles mosquito and show how the effects of the mosquito on humans can be managed
Indicator: B8.2.2.1.2 - Discuss the impact of the Anopheles mosquito on humans and how it can be controlled.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 8 (Week 8 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: Science, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 59
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

1. Discuss the impact of the female Anopheles mosquito as a vector of plasmodium on humans.
2. Generate solutions to control malaria in Ghana.