LIVESTOCK HEALTH II (PARASITES)

Keds, fleas and lice.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
To describe harmful effects of keds, fleas and lice on livestock.

Brief discussion.
Q/A: Methods of controlling ectoparasites.

illustrative diagrams of parasites

KLB BK II Pg 135-7

LIVESTOCK HEALTH II (PARASITES)

Ticks. One-host tick.
Two-host tick. Three-host tick. Tick control.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
To list down effects of ticks on livestock.

To describe the life cycle of one-host tick.

Q/A: Harmful effects of ticks.


Exposition
Explanations

Chart-Life cycle oF one-host tick.  illustrative diagrams of parasites
Chart-Life cycles of ticks.  illustrative diagrams of parasites

KLB BK II Pg 138-140

LIVESTOCK HEALTH II (PARASITES)

The tapeworm (Taenia spp).
Lifecycle of a tapeworm.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
To describe characteristic features of tapeworm.
To identify symptoms of attack by tapeworm.

Exposition: Labelling a tapeworm/ Observing a preserved specimen of a tapeworm.

illustrative diagrams of parasites
Chart- Life cycle of a pork tapeworm.

PKLB BK II g 144

LIVESTOCK HEALTH II (PARASITES)

Roundworms (Ascaris spp).
Liver fluke.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
To identify symptoms of attack by roundworms.
To describe the life cycle of a roundworm.
To explain measures of controlling roundworm.

Q/A and brief discussion.

Detailed discussion of life cycle.
Q/A: Measures of control.

illustrative diagrams of parasites
illustrative diagrams of  liver fluke.

KLB BK II Pg 148-151

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION (NUTRITION)

Feed digestibility Feed nutritive values.
Computation of animal feeds. Trial and error method. Pearson?s Square method.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
To define feed digestibility.
To calculate % digestibility of a feed.
To explain factors affecting food digestibility.
To define terms used to express feed value.

Exposition of new concepts.
Problem solving discussion. Exposition and discussion of other terms used to express feed value: calorific value, dry matter, starch equivalent, TDN, CP, DCP and CF.

Chart- Nutritive values of some feeds.
Calculators..

KLB BK II Pg 173-4

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION (NUTRITION)

General process of digestion.
Digestion in non-ruminants.

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
To describe the general process of digestion.

Detailed discuss ion of digestion in the mouth, stomach, small intestines and colon.

illustrative diagram of General digestive system.
illustrative diagrams  of Specific digestive
systems.

KLB BK II Pg 179-185

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION (NUTRITION)
LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Digestion in Ruminants.
Reproduction and Reproductive System

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
To identify the components of the stomach.
To state the functions of each compartment.
To state differences and similarities between digestive systems of ruminants and non-ruminants.

Students observe the four compartments of a ruminant?s stomach.
Discussion: Structure and functions of each compartment.
Q/A: Students highlight differences and similarities between ruminants and non-ruminants.

diagram digestive system of a cow,
Pieces of stomach compartments of a cow.
Charts showing fertilization process. Student textbooks. Diagrams of reproductive cells.

KLB BK II Pg 187-8

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Male Reproductive System (Bull)
Female Reproductive System (Cow)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify parts of bull's reproductive system. Draw and label the reproductive system of a bull. Describe functions of each part. Explain sperm production and storage.

Drawing and labeling bull's reproductive system. Discussion on organ functions. Demonstration using charts. Brief discussion on system functions.

Charts of bull reproductive system. Colored pencils for drawing. Real specimens if available. Textbooks.
Charts of cow reproductive system. Models if available. Drawing materials. Hormone function charts.

KLB BK III Pgs 2-3

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Pregnancy, Parturition and Birth
Reproductive System in Poultry

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Define gestation period. Identify signs of parturition in cattle. Describe proper presentation at birth. State gestation periods for different animals.

Probing questions on pregnancy. Discussion on parturition signs. Drawing normal vs breech presentations. Exposition of birth process.

Gestation period charts. Pictures of animals at birth. Drawing materials. Chart showing proper presentation.
Charts of hen's reproductive system. Real eggs for dissection. Drawing materials. Magnifying glasses.

KLB BK III Pgs 5-6

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Breeding Stock Selection
Methods of Selecting Breeding Stock

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State factors considered when selecting breeding stock. Define selection and breeding stock. Explain the importance of performance records. Discuss age and physical fitness requirements.

Probing questions on selection factors. Discussion on breeding stock importance. Exposition of selection criteria. Group work on selection factors.

Pictures of different animal breeds. Breeding record books. Charts on selection criteria. Video clips of livestock.
Selection records. Breeding program examples. Charts showing selection methods. Textbook references.

KLB BK III Pgs 9-10

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Breeding and Reasons for Breeding
Breeding Systems - Inbreeding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Give reasons for breeding. Define terms related to breeding. Explain breeding objectives. Discuss genetic manipulation concepts.

Probing questions on breeding importance. Exposition of new concepts related to breeding. Discussion on breeding objectives. Brief discussion on genetic improvement.

Pictures of improved breeds. Breeding success stories. Charts on genetic improvement. Local breed examples.
Pedigree charts. Inbreeding examples. Family tree diagrams. Breeding outcome examples.

KLB BK III Pgs 12-16

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Breeding Systems - Outbreeding

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Give reasons for outbreeding. State advantages and disadvantages of outbreeding. Explain outcrossing, crossbreeding and upgrading. Compare breeding systems.

Exposition of outbreeding concepts. Discussion on advantages and disadvantages. Brief discussion on types of outbreeding. Examples of upgrading programs.

Breed comparison charts. Crossbreeding examples. Upgrading demonstration materials. Comparison charts.

KLB BK III Pgs 18-19

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Signs of Heat in Livestock

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
Identify signs of heat in cattle, pigs and rabbits. Explain heat detection methods. Discuss optimal timing for mating. Compare heat periods in different species.

Brainstorming on heat signs. Brief discussion on species differences. Video observation of animals in heat. Discussion with questioning.

Video clips of animals showing heat signs. Heat detection charts. Species comparison charts. Observation worksheets.

KLB BK III Pgs 19-20

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Natural Mating and Artificial Insemination

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State advantages and disadvantages of natural mating. State advantages and disadvantages of artificial insemination. Compare natural mating with AI. Describe AI process.

Discussion on natural mating benefits and limitations. Brief discussion on AI advantages. Discussion with questioning on AI process. Demonstration using models and charts.

Pictures of breeding males. AI equipment models. Comparison charts. Artificial vagina demonstration models.

KLB BK III Pgs 20-23

LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION III (SELECTION AND BREEDING)

Embryo Transplant
Parturition in Livestock

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
State advantages and disadvantages of embryo transplant. Explain embryo transplant as a method of service. Describe donor and recipient roles. Discuss modern breeding technologies.

Exposition of embryo transfer technology. Brief discussion on advantages and disadvantages. Discussion on technical requirements. Written exercise on breeding methods.

Embryo transfer demonstration materials. Technology requirement charts. Cost analysis sheets. Advanced breeding technology examples.
Pictures of animals about to give birth. Parturition sign identification charts. Emergency procedure charts. Management protocol worksheets.

KLB BK III Pgs 23-24