Learning Path
LCA AgHort Basic Horticulture Unit 3 Soil Formation, Composition and Fertility 2 Learning Path
By Geraldine Walton
Use this Learning Path to support lessons on the topics of soil fertility and good soil management practices.
7 resources in this Learning Path
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Lesson Planning Template 2
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/20136/19859.pdf Added: 28 Nov 2016 Contributor: Geraldine Walton Resource type: OtherThis template will help teachers plan engaging lessons in line with best pedagogical practice. The template allows space for the teacher to include her own descriptions and strategies under the designated headings.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- LCA
- Agriculture and Horticulture
Strand: Module 1 - Basic Horticulture
Strand unit: 03. Soil Formation, Composition & Fertility
Suggestions for use: Teachers can use the template as a guide in planning engaging lessons in line with best pedagogical practice.
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Info-graph: Where Food Begins
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/20137/19860.pdf Added: 28 Nov 2016 Contributor: Geraldine Walton Resource type: OtherAn excellent info-graphic indicating the importance of soils in food production produced by the United Nations.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- LCA
- Agriculture and Horticulture
Strand: Module 1 - Basic Horticulture
Strand unit: 03. Soil Formation, Composition & Fertility
Suggestions for use: Use the info-graph to stimulate discussion on the importance of the link between healthy soils and human nutrition.
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Soil Types
http://www.thegardenshop.ie/what-type-of-soil-do-i-have-in-my-garden/ Added: 28 Nov 2016 Contributor: Geraldine Walton Resource type: OtherWebsite page providing a quick and easy way of assessing soil types using the texture test or the ribbon test. The website is also a good start for teachers who are planning on purchasing items for their Agriculture, Horticulture class.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- LCA
- Agriculture and Horticulture
Strand: Module 1 - Basic Horticulture
Strand unit: 03. Soil Formation, Composition & Fertility
Suggestions for use: The information provided on the web page gives students the knowledge and instruction to carry out a quick and easy practical assessment of soil types.
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Plant Nutrients (Minerals) and How They are Used by Plants Web Page
http://www.garden.ie/gardeningskills.aspx?id=543 Added: 28 Nov 2016 Contributor: Geraldine Walton Resource type: Guide/notesA good web page with information on plant nutrients and how they are used by plants. Nutrients include Nitrogen | Phosphorus | Potash | Minor nutrients | Calcium | Magnesium | Iron | Boron | Other minor nutrients
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- LCA
- Agriculture and Horticulture
Strand: Module 1 - Basic Horticulture
Strand unit: 03. Soil Formation, Composition & Fertility
Suggestions for use: Students can use this web page as a good source of information on plant nutrients.
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Soil Management Double Digging video.
http://www.thegardenshop.ie/double-...igging-soil-for-growing-vegetables/ Added: 28 Nov 2016 Contributor: Geraldine Walton Resource type: DemonstrationAn excellent video by the Gardenshop.ie showing good soil management techniques with an emphasis on double digging of soil. Description is also given underneath the video.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- LCA
- Agriculture and Horticulture
Strand: Module 1 - Basic Horticulture
Strand unit: 03. Soil Formation, Composition & Fertility
Suggestions for use: Show the video prior to students carrying out practical soil management techniques.
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How to Improve Soil Fertility Video.
http://www.thegardenshop.ie/how-to-improve-soil-fertility/ Added: 28 Nov 2016 Contributor: Geraldine Walton Resource type: DemonstrationAn excellent video showing techniques of good soil management. Underneath the video, there is added value with details on why nutrients are needed, what nutrients can be added to soils and how to apply.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- LCA
- Agriculture and Horticulture
Strand: Module 1 - Basic Horticulture
Strand unit: 03. Soil Formation, Composition & Fertility
Suggestions for use: Use prior to students carrying out practical soil management techniques.
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Soil Word Bank.
https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/20141/19864.pdf Added: 28 Nov 2016 Contributor: Geraldine Walton Resource type: WorksheetA worksheet with words associated with soil formation, composition and fertility. Space is provided for students to write in their understanding of the words.
View full descriptionHow it maps to the curriculum
- LCA
- Agriculture and Horticulture
Strand: Module 1 - Basic Horticulture
Strand unit: 03. Soil Formation, Composition & Fertility
Suggestions for use: Print a class set and use as appropriately while students are investigating the topic of soils.
