Science and Industry · JHS2 Science

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.5.3.1.1

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define science, technology, and innovation and explain how the three are interconnected using local examples.
Trace the journey of a common Ghanaian product or service from a scientific idea to a technological tool and then to an innovation.
Discuss at least three technological advancements from the world and describe their positive and negative impacts on the Ghanaian environment and society.
Work in groups to evaluate the quality and validity of information about a technological advancement, distinguishing between fact and opinion.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Humans and the Environment (Strand 5)
Sub-strand: Science and Industry (5.3)
Content standard: B8.5.3.1 - Demonstrate an understanding of connections among science, technology, innovation, society and the environment
Indicator: B8.5.3.1.1 - Examine the relationship among science, technology, innovation and society.
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 8 (Week 32 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. 81
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Explain the interrelationship of science and technology and innovation.
2. Discuss technological advancements in the world and its impact on the Ghanaian environment.