Belvedere Technical Teachers’ College
Detailed Lesson Plan
Student Name : Nosenga Osibisa
Candidate Number : 719/24
School Name : Christ High
Subject : Geography
Class : Form 3
Class Size : 15
Gender : Mixed
Date : 14 February 2025
Time : 1040-1115hours
Lesson Duration : 70 minutes
Lesson Topic : Agriculture and land reform
Lesson Objectives: To enable learners to:
Define agriculture and land reform.
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of land reform policies.
Explain the importance of agriculture to the economy.
Assumed knowledge: The learners might have learnt about weather and climate in their previous
class.
Source of material:
National Syllabus Form 1 -4, 2024-2030
Ngwazikazana P (2018) Focus on Geography Book 3
School Syllabus
Media: Whiteboard for writing, Case study.
Lesson presentation
Stages Teacher activities Learner activities
Introduction - The start by having a recap and -The learners listen attentively and
(5 min) introduce a new topic, using quizzes. define land reform.
Lesson body
Stage 1 The teacher let have whole Learners give their
(20 min) discussion on the response on the
importance of agriculture to importance of agriculture.
the economy (employment,
Stage 2 food security, trade) Learners to discuss the
(20 min) The teacher to split the concept of land reform
learners into groups to and its role in improving
discuss the concept of land agricultural productivity
Stage 3 reform and jot down notes.
(20 min) The teacher open floor for Each group presents
each group presents their their findings and
findings. make notes.
Conclusion - The teacher to wrap up the - The learners listen,
(5 min) lesson using question and respond to the questions
answer. and take down notes.
Homework: Research on the success of land reform in any country around the world.
EVALUATION
The lesson was done successfully, it started by a quiz session with the teacher trying to connect
prior knowledge. The whole class discussion followed and then group discussions and later
feedbacks and ended with a conclusion. All the stages were followed as planned.The lesson
objectives were achieved.
STRENGTHS
The lesson uses a variety of teaching methods, including discussion, group work, and case
studies to ensure student engagement. By using case studies, were able connect the lesson to
real-world scenarios, making it more relevant and interesting. The lesson provides opportunities
for both individual and group activities, catering to different learning styles.
WEAKNESSES
The case studies were tough for other learners to understand, so might not get enough detailed
information to fully understand the outcomes of land reform in those countries.
SUGGESTIONS
The teacher must find as many case studies as he can to enhance visual learning.
Lesson Notes
Form 3
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1. Agriculture: The practice of farming, including cultivating soil, growing crops, and raising
animals for food, wool, and other products. Agriculture plays a key role in sustaining the
economy by providing employment, raw materials for industries, and ensuring food security.
2. Land Reform: Land reform is a process aimed at redistributing land to promote equity and
improve agricultural productivity. It often includes policies such as land redistribution, land
tenure reform, and providing land to landless farmers.
3. Strengths of Land Reform:
Helps reduce inequality. Encourages more efficient use of land. Increases access to land for
marginalized communities. Boosts food production by improving smallholder farmers’ access to
resources.
4. Weaknesses of Land Reform: Can be politically sensitive, leading to conflicts. Risks of land
redistribution not being fully effective due to lack of resources and support for new landowners.
Possible failure if land is redistributed but not accompanied by proper agricultural training or
infrastructure.
5. Evaluation: By evaluating case studies of countries such as Zimbabwe and South Africa,
students should understand that land reform, while necessary, must be implemented carefully
with adequate support for farmers.
Belvedere Technical Teachers’ College
Detailed Lesson Plan
Student Name : Nosenga Osibisa
Candidate Number : 719/24
School Name : Christ High
Subject : Geography
Class : Form 1 Green
Class Size : 15
Gender : Mixed
Date : 10 February 2025
Time : 0835-0910 hours
Lesson Duration : 35 minutes
Lesson Topic : The difference between landforms and landscapes.
Lesson Objectives: To enable learners to:
State at least three landforms.
i. Describe at least two different types of landforms.
i. Explain the difference between landforms and landscapes.
Assumed knowledge: The learners might have learnt about landforms in previous lessons and
classes.
Source of material:
ii. Geography National Syllabus Form 1-4, 2024 to 2030.
iii. School Syllabus
iv. Ngwazikazana P.S . (2018). Focus on Geography Book1.
Media: Whiteboard for writing, chart showing examples of different landforms
LESSON DEVELOPMENT
Stages Teacher activities Learner activities
Introduction The teacher to have a recap The learners to listen to the
and introduce the topic. teacher's introduction and take
(5 min)
notes on the definitions of
landforms.
Lesson Body The facilitator to ii. The learners to
Stage 1 brainstorm on respond to the
(10 min) landforms and questions.
landscape.
Stage 2
(10 min) The teacher to divide
students into small iii. Discuss the difference
groups. Assign each between landforms and
Stage 3
group a specific task to landscapes.
(5 min) discuss.
i. The teacher to allow iv. The learners give
learners to give their feedbacks and jot
feedback to the class. down the notes.
Conclusion i. The facilitator to ask Any two learners to
(5min) any two learners to summarise what they
summarize the lesson. have learnt.
Evaluation
The lesson started by a question and answer session, the teacher asking learners about benefits of
different landforms which are found in different parts of the world. The group discussions
followed, feedback process and lastly the conclusion, in which learners said what they have
learnt. All the stages were followed from introduction to conclusion. The lesson objectives were
achieved. During the interactive activity, observe student participation and accuracy in
identifying benefits of landforms.
Strengths
Majority of the learners provided immediate feedback during the interactive session and the
teacher was guiding learners towards correct understanding. The group activity encourages
collaboration and peer learning. A combination of visual aids, teacher explanation, and group
work enhanced different learning styles. Learners were actively engaged in matching landform
and its benefit, which reinforced learning.
Weaknesses
The learners were slow during the presentation, so some did not manage to produce the
stipulated points during the discussions.
Suggestions
The must encourage the learners to give quick and brief presentation and not to waste much time,
to make the lesson more effective.
Belvedere Technical Teachers’ College
Detailed Lesson Plan
Student Name : Nosenga Osibisa
Candidate Number : 719/24
School Name : Christ High
Subject : Geography
Class : Form 2 Green
Class Size : 24
Gender : Mixed
Date : 7 February 2025
Time : 0910-0945hours
Lesson Duration : 35 minutes
Lesson Topic : Agriculture and land reform
Lesson Objectives-; To enable learners to:
Define land reform and its role in improving agricultural productivity.
Identify the different types of land reform practices.
Explain the relationship between agriculture, land reform, and sustainable development.
Assumed knowledge: The learners might have learnt about agriculture and land reform in their
previous classes.
Source of material:
i. Geography National Syllabus Form 1 -4, 2024-2030.
ii. School Syllabus
iii. Ngwazikazana. P.S. (2018) Focus on Geography Book 2.
Media: Whiteboard for writing.
Lesson presentation
Stages Teacher activities Learner activities
Introduction The teacher to revisit the work that Learners to listen to the teacher
(5 min) was wrote in the previous lesson and and jot down notes.
introduce a new one
Body - The teacher to have brief i. The learners to state the
Stage 1 discussion to activate prior types of agriculture and
(10 min) knowledge. explain its significance.
Stage 2 - The teacher to split learners ii. Each group to discuss
(10 min) into small groups to discuss one type of land reform
the importance of promoting practice (redistribution,
Stage 3 equitable land access as well tenure reform,
(5 min) as types of land reform consolidation,
practices. restitution).
- After the discussion, have iii. The learners to share
each group share their their findings
findings with the class.
Conclusion The teacher to wrap up the lesson The learners to respond to the
(5 min) with a quiz session. questions.
Homework: Discuss different types of agriculture and land reform.
Lesson Notes
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Agriculture: The practice of cultivating soil, growing crops, and raising animals for food, fiber,
and other products.
Land reform: The process of redistributing land to improve its access and usage for farming
purposes, especially for those who have limited access to land.
Types of land reform practices:
Redistribution: Reallocation of land to ensure equitable distribution. Tenure reform: Secure land
ownership and usage rights for marginalized groups. Consolidation: Merging fragmented plots to
create larger, more productive farms. Restitution: Returning land to communities or individuals
who lost it due to historical injustices. Importance of land reform in enhancing agricultural
productivity, reducing poverty, and promoting sustainable land use.
GUIDING QUESTIONS
1. What are the main challenges faced by agriculture today?
2. How can land reform contribute to solving these problems?
3. Give one example of a country where land reform has had a positive impact on agriculture.
Agriculture and Its Importance. Agriculture is crucial for economic growth, especially in
developing countries.
Key factors in agriculture: climate, soil, and technology.
Subsistence Agriculture: Farming for self-consumption. Commercial Agriculture: Large-scale
production for sale. Mixed Farming: Combining crop cultivation and livestock rearing.
Redistribution: Ensures equitable land ownership. Tenure Reform: Ensures secure land rights for
smallholder farmers. Consolidation: Combines fragmented land to improve productivity.
Restitution: Returns land to communities or individuals dispossessed in the past. Benefits:
Reduces poverty, improves food security, and increases agricultural output.7 February 2025
Form 1
Lesson notes
Difference Between Landforms and Landscapes
1. Landforms:
Definition: Landforms are the natural physical features or shapes of the Earth's surface.
Examples: Mountains, valleys, plateaus, hills, rivers, and deserts.
Formation: Formed by geological processes like erosion, weathering, and tectonic movements.
Characteristics: They have specific, distinct shapes or forms and can be large or small.
2. Landscapes:
Definition: A landscape refers to the overall appearance of a region or area, which includes its
landforms, vegetation, water bodies, and human features.
Examples: Coastal landscapes, forest landscapes, agricultural landscapes.
Components: Includes both natural (mountains, rivers, forests) and human-made features (villages,
roads, buildings).
Characteristics: It is a broader term than landforms and can change over time due to human activity or
natural processes.
Key Difference:
Landforms are specific physical features of the Earth's surface (like a mountain or valley), while
landscapes refer to the entire area or scene, which includes both landforms and other elements like
water, vegetation, and human developments.