Geography in SSS2 is a vital subject that expands students’ understanding ofcal and human aspects of the world. The Lagos state unified scheme of work on Geography provides a thorough knowledge of Earth’s landscapes, environments, and the interactions between human activities and natural processes.
Students at this level study a broad range of topics, from physical geography, which includes Earth’s structure, landforms, climate, vegetation, and water bodies, to human geography, focusing on population distribution, urbanization, economic activities, and cultural landscapes. Fieldwork is also a crucial part of the curriculum, offering students hands-on experiences through trips to various geographical sites. Geography in SSS2 encourages students to critically consider the connections between natural and human systems and the long-term impacts of their actions. By providing a holistic understanding of the world, Geography prepares students to be informed, responsible global citizens.
Assessment methods for Geography in SSS2 include written exams to test theoretical knowledge, practical assessments through fieldwork and data analysis, projects on geographical topics, and oral presentations to develop communication skills. Continuous assessments like quizzes and assignments ensure ongoing evaluation, while participation in group discussions and activities promotes collaborative learning. These diverse methods provide a comprehensive evaluation of both theoretical understanding and practical application.
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| CLASS | S.S.S. 2 | |
| SUBJECT | Geography | |
| TERM | Second Term | |
| WEEK | TOPICS | Learning Objectives |
| 1 | WELCOME TEST/ ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION | By the end of the lesson, student should be able to: 1. explain environmental conversation 2. discuss the different methods of environmental conservation; and 3. examine the need/importance of environmental conservation of man. |
| 2 | TRANSPORTATION IN NIGERIA | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. discuss be contributions of tansportation to the economic developmet of Nigeria 2. examine the problems of tansportation in Nigeria ; and 3. suggest solutions to transportation problems |
| 3 | MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES IN NIGERIA | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain and classify industries in Nigeria 2. describe the major industrial zones in Nigeria and their associated Industries. 3.explain the factors affecting the location of industries in Nigeria 4.analyse the problems of manufacturing industries and suggest solutions to them |
| 4 | COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES IN NIGERIA | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. identify major commercial areas in Nigeria 2. describe the commercial activities that are associated with these areas, 3. highlight the contributions of commercial activities to the economy of Nigeria 4. appraise the influence of foreign exchange markets on growth of businesses in Nigeria. |
| 5 | WORLD POPULATION | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. describe world population in terms of size and density 2. explain the structure and distribution patterns of world’s population 3. examine the factors affecting population distribution |
| 6 | WORLD POPULATION (CONTD) | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. analyse factors of population growth 2. explain reasons for rapid population growth 3. examine the problems of high population density in the world 4. discuss ways of solving world population problems |
| 7 | MID TERM BREAK | |
| 8 | SETTLEMENTS | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain settlements 2. identify types cf settlements; 3. describe characteristic of urban and rural settlement, 4. examine factors influencing location of settlements |
| 9 | SETTLEMENTS(CONTD) | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the major settlement 2. identify types of settlements 3. analyse settlement pattern interaction with respect to migration, and 4. discuss urbanization problems and ways of solving them. |
| 10 | SOIL | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain soil 2. classify and describe types of soil 3. describe various stages of soil; 4. examine the benefits of soil to man |
| 11 | GEO-POLITICAL ISSUES (LAND RECLAMATION) | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain land reclamation 2. explain the various methods of land reclamation 3. examine the importance of land reclamation to man |
| 12 | REVISION | |
| 13 | EXAMINATION | |
| CLASS | S.S.S. 2 | |
| SUBJECT | Geography | |
| TERM | Third Term | |
| WEEK | TOPICS | Learning Objectives |
| 1 | WELCOME TEST/GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM(GIS) | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. identify source of data in GIS 2. collect data for GIS |
| 2 | LOCATION SIZE, POSITION ANDPOLITICAL DIVISION OF AFRICA | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. describe the location and position of Africa 2. describe the size and political divisions of Africa and associated island 3. idemtify the countries of Africa and their capiatal |
| 3 | AFRICA RELIEF AND DRAINAGE | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Identify and describe highlands and lowlands area of Africa 2. state the advantages and disadvantages lowlands in Africa 3. describe the drainage pattern of Africa: and 4. highlight the main characteristics of rivers and lakes in Africa and their importance to man. |
| 4 | AFRICA: CLIMATE AND VEGETATION | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain factors affecting climate in Africa 2. describe types and characteristics of climate in Africa 3. discuss types, characteristic and factors affecting vegetation distribution in Africa, and 4. analyse the economic importance of climate and vegetation to the people of Africa |
| 5 | LUMBERING IN EQUITORIAL AFRICA ZAIRE AND NIGERIA | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain lumbering and identify lumbering area in Zaire and Nigeria 2. explain the favourable factors and method of lumbering activities in the two countries, 3, discuss the problems of lumbering in the two countries and profer solutions to them 4. Compare and contrast activities in the two countries |
| 6 | IRRIGATION AGRICULTURE IN NILE BASIN AND THE NIGER BASIN | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain factors that favour irrigation agriculture in Nile and Niger Basin 2. discuss crop types and methods of irrigation agriculture in use in both countries 3. explain contribution of irrigation scheme to economic development in the two countries 4. analyse the problems of irrigation agriculture and suggest solutions to them. |
| 7 | MID TERM BREAK | |
| 8 | PLANTATION AGRICULTURE IN WEST AND EAST AFRICA | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain plantation agriculture in West and East Africa state its characteristics. 2. Identify areas of plantation agriculture in the regions and explain factors that favour 3. enumerate the importance of plantation agriculture two regions. and 4, examine the problems of plantation agriculture in the regions and suggest possible solutions. |
| 9 | FRUIT FARMING IN THE MEDITERRANEAN REGIONS OF AFRICA | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain fruit farming 2. identify area of fruit farming and types of fruit produced 3. explain factors favourable to fruit farming in mediterranean regions of Africa 4. examine the importaance and problems of fruit farming in mediterranean regions of Africa |
| 10 | HYDROSPHERE (OCEAN BASIN) | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. identify and describe the major parts of the ocean basin; 2. explain ocean salinity and he factors that determine the salinity of the oceans; 3. discuss meaning, causes, types and effect of ocean current on the adjacent coastlands; and 4. examine the importance of the oceans to man. |
| 11 | EARTHQUAKES | By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. explain the meaning and causes of earthquake: 2. describe the features associated with earthquake; 3. identify regions of earthquakes occurrence: and 4. analyse the effects of earthquakes on man and his |
| 12 | REVISION | |
| 13 | EXAMINATION | |
The recommended Geography textbooks for SSS2 include but are not limited to the following:
