Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Soil: Main Types

Objectives

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

This stage of the lesson plan aims to establish a clear and objective foundation regarding what will be learned throughout the lesson. The description of the objectives guides both the teacher and the students about the knowledge and skills that will be acquired, ensuring a targeted focus on practical activities and in-depth exploration of the topic.

Main Objectives

1. Identify the different types of soil present in the environment and their main characteristics.

2. Understand the composition of soils, including organic matter, minerals, gases, and microorganisms.

Side Objectives

1. Relate the types of soil to their respective agricultural and ecological uses.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to engage students from the beginning of the lesson, stimulating active participation and ensuring that everyone is tuned into the topic to be studied. By using mobile devices to research interesting facts, students are encouraged to digitally explore the content, aligned with active teaching methodology.

Warming Up

Soils are essential for life on Earth, serving as a foundation for agriculture, filtering water, and being home to countless organisms. To start, ask students to use their cell phones to find an interesting fact about types of soil and share it with the class. This activity helps create an immediate connection with the topic and sparks students' curiosity.

Initial Reflections

1. What are the main types of soil that you know?

2. How does the composition of soil influence its use in agriculture?

3. What factors can alter the composition of soil over time?

4. What challenges are faced in the conservation of different types of soil?

5. How do soils influence the biodiversity of a region?

Development

Duration: 70 - 80 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to allow students to apply and deepen their knowledge about the different types of soil in a practical and interactive way, using digital technologies to enrich the learning experience. This approach promotes student agency, encouraging collaboration, creativity, and critical use of digital tools.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities be carried out

Activity 1 - 🌿 Soil Detectives: An Interactive Adventure 🌿

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Allow students to explore the concept of types of soil in an interactive and practical way, developing research, documentation, and digital communication skills.

- Description: In this activity, students will become 'soil detectives'. Using their cell phones and computers, they will investigate different virtual locations around the world to identify and document the types of soil found. The activity involves using digital tools such as Google Earth, blogs, and social media to share their discoveries.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 people.

• Each group must choose a location in the world to investigate using Google Earth. They can explore rainforests, deserts, agricultural areas, etc.

• Students should collect information about the predominant type of soil in the chosen area, as well as its characteristics (color, texture, composition, etc.).

• Then, each group creates a blog or a social media account (Instagram, Twitter) to publish their findings, including images, videos, and detailed descriptions.

• Groups should interact with each other, commenting on each other's posts with additional information or questions.

• In the end, each group gives a brief presentation of their findings to the class, highlighting what they learned about the types of soil studied.

Activity 2 - 🏞️ Soil Reality Show: The Influencers' Battle 🏞️

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Engage students in learning about types of soil through the creation of multimedia content, encouraging creativity, collaboration, and communication skills.

- Description: In this activity, students will transform into digital influencers specializing in soils. Each group will have to create an 'episode' of a reality show in which they explain the different types of soil and their applications, using multimedia resources such as videos, podcasts, and social media posts.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 people.

• Each group must choose a type of soil to represent in the 'reality show'. They can choose sandy, clayey, silty soils, etc.

• Using their cell phones and computers, students must create multimedia content (such as videos or podcasts) to explain the characteristics of the chosen soil and its practical applications (agriculture, construction, etc.).

• Groups must publish their content on a social media platform (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok).

• Students should watch and comment on the content posted by other groups, asking questions and adding relevant information.

• In the end, each group presents their 'episode' to the class, explaining the creation process and sharing what they learned about the types of soil.

Activity 3 - 🎮 Soil Game Show: The Interactive Quiz 🎮

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Review and consolidate students' knowledge about types of soil in a fun and engaging way, promoting active and collaborative learning.

- Description: In this activity, students participate in an interactive game show, where they will test their knowledge about types of soil through digital quizzes. The activity will be gamified using platforms like Kahoot! or Quizizz, with questions based on real scenarios and scientific data.

- Instructions:

• Divide the class into groups of no more than 5 people.

• Explain that each group will participate in an interactive quiz using the Kahoot! or Quizizz platform.

• The quizzes will consist of questions related to the different types of soil, their characteristics, and applications.

• During the quiz, encourage healthy competition by offering small prizes or points for each correct answer.

• Between questions, briefly discuss the correct answers with the class, explaining important concepts and clearing up doubts.

• At the end of the quiz, do a general review of the concepts covered and highlight the winning groups.

Feedback

Duration: 15 - 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to consolidate learning, allowing students to reflect on what has been studied and exchange perceptions. The group discussion encourages communication and critical analysis, while the 360° feedback promotes personal development and teamwork skills, creating an environment of respect and collaboration.

Group Discussion

Promote a group discussion with all students to share what they learned and their conclusions. Start by thanking everyone's participation and effort, highlighting the importance of collaborative work. Then, ask each group to present their main discoveries and reflections on the types of soil studied. Use a brief script to introduce the discussion:

Thank everyone for their participation and effort. Ask each group about the types of soil they investigated and the main learnings. Encourage students to ask questions and add comments to the presentations of other groups. Conclude by highlighting the most interesting points and praising the creativity and dedication of the students.

Reflections

1. How does the composition of the investigated soil influence its use in agriculture or other human activities? 2. What challenges did you encounter during the research and how did you overcome them? 3. In what way do different types of soil impact the biodiversity of the studied regions?

360° Feedback

Instruct students to conduct a 360° feedback step, where each student should receive feedback from other members of their group. Prepare the class for a moment of constructive feedback, emphasizing the importance of being respectful and objective. Suggest that each student mention at least one positive quality and one area for improvement for each peer. Remind them to use encouraging language and focus on specific aspects of the work done.

Conclusion

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

This stage closes the lesson, consolidates learnings, and connects the content covered to the modern world and its practical applications. The goal is to ensure that students leave the lesson understanding the importance of the studied topic and how it fits into real contexts, motivating them to apply this knowledge in their daily lives and future careers.

Summary

🌍 Fun Summary of Soils! 🌍 Let's summarize our journey through the types of soil with a touch of creativity! Imagine that each type of soil is a character from a fun series: Sandy Soil: The fearless adventurer, always on the move, perfect for beaches and deserts. Clay Soil: The talented artist, moldable and full of potential, ideal for ceramics and agriculture. Silty Soil: The wise thinker, rich in nutrients, great for cultivation and natural water filtration. Humic Soil: The nature caretaker, filled with organic matter, essential for forests and gardens. Each soil has its own unique characteristics that influence where and how we can use them!

World Connection

Soils are silent protagonists in our modern world. They not only sustain agriculture and food production but also play a crucial role in water filtration and biodiversity maintenance. In the digital age, we better understand these functions using technologies like geolocation, satellite data, and social media to monitor and share information about soils around the world. 🌐

Practical Application

Understanding soil diversity and compositions is vital for sustainable agriculture, urban planning, and environmental preservation. This knowledge helps us make informed decisions about land use and develop practices that conserve our natural resources. 🚜🌳