Module 3: Agriculture
Soil formation, properties, and profiles.
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SECTION: AGRICULTURE
MODULE: 3
Part A: Units
1. Soil
a. Soil formation
b. Soil composition
c. Soil profile
d. Soil types
e. Soil properties
Part B: Project
Observe soil types and properties in your area.
Project Title: Local Soil Observation
Objective: Identify soil types, properties, and profiles through observation.
Project Instructions:
- 1. Collect small soil samples from two locations.
- 2. Describe color, texture, and moisture for each sample.
- 3. Identify the likely soil type (sandy, loamy, clay).
- 4. Sketch a simple soil profile if possible.
- 5. Consult your coach where necessary.
Evidence to Submit:
- • Soil sample notes and observations.
- • Identified soil types and properties.
- • Simple soil profile sketch or description.
Submission
Part C: Training Others
Teach a peer about soil formation and properties.
Guidance:
- • Explain how soil forms and what it contains.
- • Show how to identify texture and moisture.
- • Ask the learner to classify a soil sample.
Reflection:
- • What did the learner understand well?
- • What was challenging?
- • What support do you need from your coach?
Submission
Part D: Assessment
Competency Levels:
1 = Expectations not met
2 = Partially met
3 = Satisfactorily met
4 = Excellently met
Self-assessment:
- • Soil formation and composition:
- • Soil profile and types:
- • Soil properties and use:
Coach assessment:
- • Soil formation and composition:
- • Soil profile and types:
- • Soil properties and use:
Submission
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