ASSURE Model Instructional Plan

Lesson Title: Soil

Name of Teacher: Pagutayao, Dan Andrei G.
Subject: Science
Class Level: Grade 2
Lesson Length: 1 hour

Analyzing Learners
This lesson is designed for students in Grade Two. There are 18 students in this class. The class consists
of 12 girls and 6 boys. Science is something that most of the students in this class enjoy. Auditory, visual,
linguistic, kinesthetic, logical, interpersonal, and intrapersonal learning styles are all represented. Some
students have difficulty concentrating in class. The lessons are tailored to those who may struggle to
maintain their attention span during a lesson.
State Objectives
Students should be able to;
Identify and state whether the soil is clammy, sandy or rocky.
Cognitive - Identify different materials that consist of soil and other organic matter.
Psychomotor - Name other organic matter.
Affective - Explain that soils have different colour, texture and can hold water, it also maintain growth for
many kinds of plants and animals.
Select Strategies, Technology, Media, and Materials
Projector - The teacher will use the projector for students to watch examples of soil.
Laptop - A laptop will be used to show slides on the overhead projector. Speakers: Speakers will allow
students to hear the clips which will improve their learning experience.
Chalk and Whiteboard - These will be used to write on the whiteboard for further explanation. Small plastic
bags, Soil samples, Magnifying glass, Strainer, Pan, Paper, Pencils
Utilize Materials and Methods
Sample the Materials
The teacher will review the clip prior to the lesson to ensure that it is operational and that the audio is clear. The
teacher will also make certain that the speakers are operational. The overhead projector and laptop will be tested
for compatibility by the teacher.
Prepare the Materials
Before the class, the teacher will set up the computer and overhead projector. After that, the equipment will be
turned on and tested.
Prepare the Environment
The seating will be arranged so that all students will have a clear view of the projection. The speakers will be place
in an area where all the students will be able to hear clearly.
Prepare the Learners
Before the class, the teacher will inform the students of the activities that are planned. Students will also be informed
 of the evaluation exercises that will be assigned to them at the end of the class. This will make the students feel
more at ease when the class begins.
Provide the Learning Experience
The Discovery Approach will be used as a teaching strategy. The students will be divided into groups and will watch
and listen to the video clip. They'll then be asked to identify the soil they've seen.
The teacher will begin the lesson by explaining what soil is made of: rock material that has been broken down over
time into tiny grains by wind and rain. Soil also contains minerals as well as decayed plant and animal material.

Students will then discuss the various types of soil depicted in the video clip, and the teacher will write them on the
white board. Following that, students will be given a worksheet to complete. Students will read a description of each
soil type. The students will be divided into groups. Fill the small plastic bag about 3/4 full with different types of soil
to examine a wider range of soil types. For the purpose of display, samples of sandy and clay soils will be used.

Tell the students to take a close look at all of the soil material. Ask the students to respond to the following questions.
What is the soil's color? How does it feel? (Dark brown, light brown, reddish-brown, etc.) What kinds of things can
be seen in the sample? (Gritty, sandy, smooth, etc.) What is the texture of the soil? (Leaves, small twigs, rocks) Is
it soft, or does the sample contain hard clumps?

Inquire with the students about how they believe the soil formed. Remind them that soil is a mixture of decomposed
organic material such as leaves and twigs, as well as pieces of larger rocks broken down by weathering. Inquire
with the students about the type of soil they believe is best for plant growth. The teacher will then call on various
groups to provide their responses. Which answers are correct will be indicated by the teacher.

Require Learner Participation

Students will be asked to complete worksheet individually. The class will have discussion about the clip.
Evaluate and Revise
From the samples, students will be asked to select four different types of soil. Students will plant vegetable
seeds in each type of soil, water them, and sun them. Over a four-week period, have the students water
the plants daily and observe the development of the seeds into plants. Inquire of the students whether one
type of soil is better for plant development than another, and why they believe this.

REFERENCES:
http://assure6.tripod.com/
http://www.sierraclub.org/john_muir_exhibit/lessons/science/pdf/grade_2_soil.pdf