Class: Primary 6
Term: 1st Term
Week: 5
Age: 11 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Yoruba
Curriculum Theme: Nigerian Languages
Previous Lesson: Onka, Kika 400 Si 500 and Igbese Kikun.
Topic: ÌTÈSÍWÁJÚ LÓRÍ ÀRÒKỌ
Subject Matter: Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn, Oríkì àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn, Àpẹẹrẹ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn, Ìlànà kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn, Ìgbésè kíkọ àròkọ ní ìtòsí

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain:

Sọ oríkì àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.
Ménuba ìlànà tí a ń gbà kọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.
Sọ àpẹẹrẹ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.

Affective Domain:

Tétí sí àlàyé olùkó lórí àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.
Fi ọ̀wọ̀ hàn sí ìṣíṣẹ́ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.

Psychomotor Domain:

Ko àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn kékeré kan nípápí àwọn ìlànà tí a ti kó.
Fi àwọn ìgbésè kíkọ àròkọ sílẹ̀ ní ìtòsí.

Kopa ninu ijiroro kilasi lori awon koko oro arokọ.
Pin àwọn erò wọn pẹlú àwọn ọmọ kilasi miiran.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
State Unified Scheme of Work
Ìwé Èdè Wa fun Àwọn Ilé-ẹ̀kọ́ Alákọ̀bẹ́rẹ̀ 6
https://www.studygreen.com.ng/yoruba-essay-writing-aroko-alariiyanjiyan-argumentative-essay/

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Apeere arokọ (Essay examples)
Kaadi koko oro (Flashcards of keywords)
Pátákó ìkòwé (Writing board)
Ìwé kiko (Exercise books)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand how to write an argumentative essay. It enables them to express their opinions clearly, support them with reasons, and persuade others, which is important for critical thinking and communication in everyday life.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of essay writing (Àròkọ Gbogbogbo) from previous lessons.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

ÌTÈSÍWÁJÚ LÓRÍ ÀRÒKỌ

Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Argumentative Essay)

Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn jẹ́ ìrú àròkọ kan tí a ti ń gbé ojú-ìwòye kan kalẹ̀, tí a sì ń fi èté àti àwọn ìdí tó dajú tí ó fi jẹ́ òtitó. Ó lè jẹ́ láti gbé ojú-ìwòye kan kalẹ̀ tàbí láti takò ojú-ìwòye miiran.

Oríkì àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Definition of Argumentative Essay)

Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn ni àròkọ tí ó ń gbé ojú-ìwòye kan kalẹ̀ lórí ọ̀rọ̀ kan, tí ó sì ń fi àwọn ìdí àti ẹ̀rí tó dajú hàn láti rí dajú pé àwọn tí ń kàá gbà pẹlú ojú-ìwòye náà.

Ìlànà kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Guidelines for writing Argumentative Essay)

Àwọn ìlànà wọ̀nyí ṣe patakì fún kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn tó dára:

Ṣe àṣàyàn koko ọ̀rọ̀ tó dajú.
Ṣàkójọ àwọn ìdí tó dára tó máa ṣe àtìlẹ́yìn fún ojú-ìwòye rẹ.
Ṣe àfihàn ojú-ìwòye tí ó takò ojú-ìwòye rẹ, kí o sì fesì sí.
Lo èdè tó yéni, tó sì fojú hàn.
Jẹ́ kí àròkọ rẹ ní ìṣàfihan, àwọn àròyé, àti ìparí.

Ìgbésè kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn ní ìtòsí (Steps in writing an Argumentative Essay in order)

Àwọn ìgbésè wọ̀nyí ni a ń tẹ̀lé láti kọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn:

Ìṣàfihan (Introduction): Níbi yìí ní a ti ń ṣàfihàn koko ọ̀rọ̀, tí a sì ń gbé ojú-ìwòye wa kalẹ̀.
Àwọn àròyé (Arguments/Body Paragraphs): Níbi yìí ní a ti ń gbé àwọn ìdí wa kalẹ̀, tí a sì ń fi àwọn ẹ̀rí àti àlàyé kún un. Ó yẹ kí àròyé kọ̀ọ̀kan ní ìdí tí ó tóbi kan.
Ìparí (Conclusion): Níbi yìí ní a ti ń ṣàpapọ̀ àwọn àròyé wa, tí a sì ń fi ojú-ìwòye wa lè lórí.

Àpẹẹrẹ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Example of Argumentative Essay)

Koko ọ̀rọ̀: Ṣe ó yẹ kí àwọn ọmọdé máa lo eròjà ìbánisọ̀rọ̀ ní ilé-ìwé?

Àwọn ojú-ìwòye tí ó lè wà:

Ojú-ìwòye kan: Bẹ́ẹ̀ni, ó yẹ kí wọ́n lòó. (Àwọn ìdí: fún ìkẹ́kọ̀ọ́, fún ìbára-ẹni-sọ̀rọ̀ ní àkokó pajawiri, fún ìwádí).
Ojú-ìwòye kejì: Rárá, kò yẹ kí wọ́n lòó. (Àwọn ìdí: ó lè yí wọn lọ́kàn padà kuró nínú ìkẹ́kọ̀ọ́, ó lè fa àwọn ìṣoró ìwà, ó lè fa ìfura).

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them if they remember what an essay (àròkọ) is. The teacher then tells them that today’s lesson is a continuation of essay writing, focusing on a special type called ‘Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn’.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s greetings and questions, recalling their previous knowledge of essay writing.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the new lesson and connect it to prior knowledge.

Step 2: Oríkì Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Definition of Argumentative Essay)

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Lecture
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn means, providing a clear definition in Yoruba and explaining that it involves presenting an argument and supporting it. The teacher writes the definition on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, ask questions for clarification, and copy the definition from the board.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of an argumentative essay.

Step 3: Ìlànà Kíkọ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Guidelines for writing Argumentative Essay)

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion/Narration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses the guidelines for writing an effective argumentative essay, such as choosing a clear topic, gathering reasons, and addressing opposing viewpoints. The teacher lists these points on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, contribute ideas, and copy the guidelines from the board.
Learning Point: Pupils learn the important rules to follow when writing an argumentative essay.

Step 4: Ìgbésè Kíkọ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn Ní Ìtòsí (Steps in writing an Argumentative Essay in order)

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elucidation/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher breaks down the writing process into sequential steps: introduction, body paragraphs (arguments), and conclusion. The teacher explains what each section should contain and writes it on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils pay close attention, take notes, and ask for further explanations if needed.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the structured approach to writing an argumentative essay.

Step 5: Àpẹẹrẹ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Example of Argumentative Essay)

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Illustration/Example
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher provides a simple topic for an argumentative essay (e.g., “Ṣe ó yẹ kí àwọn ọmọdé máa lo eròjà ìbánisọ̀rọ̀ ní ilé-ìwé?”) and outlines potential arguments for and against it, showing how the guidelines and steps apply.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the example, discuss the points, and suggest their own ideas for arguments.
Learning Point: Pupils see a practical application of the lesson content and understand how to develop arguments.

Step 6: Class Activity

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher gives the pupils a simple topic and asks them to individually outline the introduction, two arguments (one for, one against), and a conclusion.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils attempt to outline a short argumentative essay based on the given topic.
Learning Point: Pupils practice applying the steps and guidelines learned in the lesson.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Kí ni àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn?
Ménuba àwọn ìgbésè méjì tí a ń tẹ̀lé nínú kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.
Sọ ìlànà kan tí ó ṣe patakì nínú kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.
Fi àpẹẹrẹ koko ọ̀rọ̀ kan hàn fún àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson, emphasizing the importance of clear arguments and structured writing. The teacher assigns homework: “Ko àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn kékeré kan lórí koko ọ̀rọ̀ yìí: ‘Ṣe ó yẹ kí àwọn ọmọdé máa ṣiṣẹ́ ní àkokó ìsinmí?'” (Write a short argumentative essay on: ‘Should children work during holidays?’).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy their homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and prepare for independent practice.

Lesson Keywords

Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn – Argumentative essay
Oríkì – Definition
Ìlànà – Guidelines
Ìgbésè – Steps
Àpẹẹrẹ – Example
Ìṣàfihan – Introduction
Àwọn àròyé – Arguments/Body Paragraphs
Ìparí – Conclusion

Differentiation

For pupils who are struggling, the teacher will provide simpler sentence starters and sentence frames to help them structure their arguments. They will also be paired with more proficient pupils for peer support. For advanced pupils, the teacher will encourage them to research more complex topics and include counter-arguments with more detailed rebuttals.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure that pupils fully grasp the concept of taking a stance and supporting it with valid reasons. Encourage active participation during discussions and provide constructive feedback on their written outlines. Emphasize the importance of using clear and polite language even when arguing a point.

Arokọ, Arokọ Alariiyanjiyan, Apeere and Ilana Kiko for Primary 6

Specific Objectives

Cognitive Domain:

Affective Domain:

Psychomotor Domain:

Reference Materials

Instructional Materials

Rationale for the Lesson

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Lesson Content/Board Summary

ÌTÈSÍWÁJÚ LÓRÍ ÀRÒKỌ

Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Argumentative Essay)

Oríkì àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Definition of Argumentative Essay)

Ìlànà kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Guidelines for writing Argumentative Essay)

Ìgbésè kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn ní ìtòsí (Steps in writing an Argumentative Essay in order)

Àpẹẹrẹ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Example of Argumentative Essay)

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Step 2: Oríkì Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Definition of Argumentative Essay)

Step 3: Ìlànà Kíkọ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Guidelines for writing Argumentative Essay)

Step 4: Ìgbésè Kíkọ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn Ní Ìtòsí (Steps in writing an Argumentative Essay in order)

Step 5: Àpẹẹrẹ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Example of Argumentative Essay)

Step 6: Class Activity

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Step 8: Conclusion

Lesson Keywords

Differentiation

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Royal Alikor

Specific Objectives

Cognitive Domain:

Affective Domain:

Psychomotor Domain:

Social Domain:

Reference Materials

Instructional Materials

Rationale for the Lesson

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Lesson Content/Board Summary

ÌTÈSÍWÁJÚ LÓRÍ ÀRÒKỌ

Àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Argumentative Essay)

Oríkì àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Definition of Argumentative Essay)

Ìlànà kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Guidelines for writing Argumentative Essay)

Ìgbésè kíkọ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn ní ìtòsí (Steps in writing an Argumentative Essay in order)

Àpẹẹrẹ àròkọ alárìíyànjiyàn (Example of Argumentative Essay)

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Step 2: Oríkì Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Definition of Argumentative Essay)

Step 3: Ìlànà Kíkọ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Guidelines for writing Argumentative Essay)

Step 4: Ìgbésè Kíkọ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn Ní Ìtòsí (Steps in writing an Argumentative Essay in order)

Step 5: Àpẹẹrẹ Àròkọ Alárìíyànjiyàn (Example of Argumentative Essay)

Step 6: Class Activity

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Step 8: Conclusion

Lesson Keywords

Differentiation

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Royal Alikor