Geography Scheme Of Work For Senior Secondary School SS1 In Nigeria (Govt Approved).

Creating a complete scheme of work requires careful consideration of various factors, including the specific curriculum, teaching methods, resources available and the needs of the students throughout the academic year.

The scheme of work covers wide range of topics, designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to Geography subject for students SS!.

Here is a typical outline or scheme of work for Geography, designed to be covered over the course of one academic year (three terms) for senior secondary schools SS1 in Nigeria. Please note that this outline can be modified according to the specific needs of your school or curriculum:

Term 1:

Week 1-2: Introduction to Geography

• Definition of Geography
• Branches of Geography
• Importance of Geography

Week 3-4: Map Reading Skills

• Introduction to Maps
• Types of Maps (Political, Physical, Topographic)
• Map Symbols and Legends
• Scale and Direction

Week 5-7: Physical Geography

• Earth’s Structure and Composition
• Rocks and Minerals
• Plate Tectonics
• Earthquakes and Volcanoes

Week 8-10: Weather and Climate

• Elements of Weather (Temperature, Precipitation, Humidity, Wind)
• Factors influencing Climate
• Types of Climate in Nigeria
• Climate Change and its Impacts

Term 2:

Week 1-2: Human Geography

• Population Distribution and Density
• Population Growth and Structure
• Migration
• Settlement Patterns

Week 3-4: Economic Activities

• Agriculture (Types, Farming Systems, Agricultural Practices)
• Mining and Quarrying
• Industry and Manufacturing
• Trade and Transport

Week 5-7: Environmental Geography

• Ecosystems and Biodiversity
• Natural Resources and Conservation
• Pollution (Air, Water, Land)
• Environmental Management and Sustainability

Week 8-10: Geography of Nigeria

• Location and Size of Nigeria
• Physical Features of Nigeria (Mountains, Rivers, Plains)
• Climate and Vegetation Zones
• Economic Activities in Nigeria

Term 3:

Week 1-2: Regional Geography

• West Africa: Physical and Human Features
• East Africa: Physical and Human Features
• Southern Africa: Physical and Human Features
• North Africa: Physical and Human Features

Week 3-4: World Geography

• Continents and Oceans
• Major Landforms (Mountains, Plateaus, Plains)
• Major Rivers and Lakes
• Climate Zones of the World

Week 5-6: Global Issues

• Global Warming and Climate Change
• Deforestation and Desertification
• Water Scarcity and Pollution
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Week 7-10: Revision and Assessments

• Revision of all topics covered
• Mock Examinations
• Feedback and Remedial Sessions

In summary, please note that each week should include a combination of lectures, discussions, practical activities and assignments. Continuous assessment should be integrated into the scheme of work, including quizzes, classwork and projects.

In addition, teachers should adapt the scheme of work to suit the specific needs of their students and available resources.