Lesson Plan Time Allocation Resources Needed Introduction Development Conclusion Assessment
Lesson 1: History of Aghacurreen Co. Kerry 60 minutes Books, Internet, Projector Introduction to the history of Aghacurreen Co. Kerry with a focus on the logainm of the placename. 1) Discussion on the history of the area and its name. 2) Students will research and present their findings. 3) Role-play activity based on the history of the area. Summary of the history of Aghacurreen Co. Kerry and its name. Oral and written quiz on the history of the area.
Lesson 2: Notable Person from the Area 60 minutes Books, Internet, Projector Introduction to a notable person from the area. 1) Students will research the notable person. 2) Presentation on the person's life and achievements. 3) Group discussion on the influence of the person. Summary of the life and achievements of the notable person. Students to write a brief essay on what they have learned about the person.
Lesson 3: Natural Geography of the Area 60 minutes Maps, Internet, Projector Introduction to the natural geography of Aghacurreen Co. Kerry. 1) Students will explore the area's geographical features. 2) Class discussion on the importance of these features. 3) Students will draw and label these features. Summary of the natural geographical features of the area. Students to present their drawings and explain the features they have drawn.
Lesson 4: Mapping Skills 60 minutes Maps, Internet, Drawing materials Introduction to mapping skills and their importance. 1) Students will study a map of the area. 2) They will draw their own map of the area. 3) Students will compare their maps with the original. Summary of the importance of mapping skills and how they help us understand an area. Students to present their maps and explain their process.
Lesson 5: Biodiversity of the Area 60 minutes Internet, Projector, Field guide Introduction to the concept of biodiversity using Aghacurreen Co. Kerry as an example. 1) Students will research local flora and fauna. 2) Class discussion on the importance of protecting biodiversity. 3) Students will brainstorm ideas to protect the local biodiversity. Summary of the importance of biodiversity and conservation. Students to present their ideas for protecting local biodiversity.
Lesson 6: Visual Arts 60 minutes Art materials, Photographs of area Introduction to using the local area as inspiration for art. 1) Students will study different art styles that can represent the area. 2) Students will create their own art piece inspired by the area. 3) Students will present their artwork. Summary of the different ways the local area can inspire art. Students to present their artwork and explain their inspiration.