Do you love Science? In this Ongoing Class, learners will explore a range of Science subjects in a fun and interactive way. This course aims to provide meaningful learning experiences for young explorers.

Each class will include a range of teaching methods and activities that are designed to engage the learners in both a hands-on and minds-on way. Classes will include experiments, Q&A, quizzes, games, worksheets, videos and much more. Some classes will include breakout rooms.  Learners will be encouraged to observe, explore, question and share what they learn. A variety of methods are used to support learners and cater for different learning styles and needs. 


What is taught in this course? 


Week of 6/5/24 - Agriculture and its significance
Week of 13/5/24 - Historical development of agriculture
Week of 20/5/24 - Modern agricultural systems and challenges
Week of 27/5/24 - Soil composition and properties
Week of 3/6/24 - Soil fertility and nutrient management
Week of 10/6/24 - Soil conservation and erosion control
Week of 17/6/24 - Plant growth and development
Week of 24/6/24 - Photosynthesis and respiration
Week of 1/7/24 - Plant responses to environmental stresses
Week of 8/7/24 - Principles of crop production
Week of 15/7/24 - Major crop types and their cultivation practices
Week of 22/7/24 - Crop breeding and genetic improvement
Week of 29/7/24 - Pest management principles
Week of 5/8/24 - Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies
Week of 12/8/24 - Biological, chemical, and cultural control methods
Week of 19/8/24 - Plant diseases and their causes
Week of 26/8/24 - Diagnosis and identification of plant pathogens
Week of 2/9/24 - Disease management strategies
Week of 9/9/24 - Principles of horticulture and greenhouse production
Week of 16/9/24 - Cultivation of specialty crops (e.g., fruits, vegetables, ornamentals)
Week of 23/9/24 - Post-harvest handling and storage techniques
Week of 30/9/24 - Principles of sustainable agriculture
Week of 7/10/24 - Agroecology and ecosystem services
Week of 14/10/24 - Organic farming practices and certification
Week of 21/10/24 - Precision agriculture technologies
Week of 28/10/24 - Remote sensing and GIS applications in agriculture
Week of 4/11/24 - Use of drones and sensors for monitoring crops and soil
Week of 11/11/24 - Vertical farming
Week of 18/11/24 - Urban agriculture
Week of 25/11/24 - Biotechnology