Class: Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3, JSS 3)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 4
Age: 14 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Basic Science
Previous Lesson: Economic Importance Of Resources From Plants And Animals
Topic: Resources From Non-living Things (Part 2)
Subject Matter: Location of solid minerals in Nigeria, Economic importance of solid minerals

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Identify major solid minerals found in Nigeria and their locations.
(b) Explain the economic importance of solid minerals to Nigeria.
Affective Domain:
(a) Show appreciation for solid minerals as valuable national resources.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Locate major solid mineral areas on a map of Nigeria.
Social Domain:
(a) Participate actively in group discussions on mineral resources.

Reference Materials

The following resources was used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary Schools
Online Information from: Nigerian Geological Survey Agency – Solid Minerals in Nigeria (https://ngsa.gov.ng)
Relevant Basic Science textbooks for JSS

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Chart showing solid minerals and their locations in Nigeria
Map of Nigeria
Pictures of common solid minerals
Whiteboard and marker

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps learners understand the locations and economic value of Nigeria’s solid minerals and how they contribute to national development.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of non-living things and natural resources from previous Basic Science lessons.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Resources From Non-living Things

Locations and Economic Importance of Solid Minerals

Solid minerals are naturally occurring substances found in the earth which are mined for economic use. Nigeria is rich in various solid minerals found in different parts of the country.

The following are major solid minerals and their locations in Nigeria:

Coal – Enugu
Tin – Plateau
Limestone – Ewekoro and Nkalagu
Gold – Osun and Zamfara
Iron ore – Kogi
Bitumen – Ondo

Economic Importance of Solid Minerals

Solid minerals play an important role in the economic development of Nigeria by providing raw materials and income.

The following are the economic importance of solid minerals:

They provide raw materials for industries.
They create employment opportunities.
They generate revenue for the government.
They promote industrial development.
They contribute to export earnings.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques:

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

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reviews the previous lesson and asks pupils questions about non-living resources.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to questions and give examples.
Learning Point: Non-living resources include valuable materials from the earth.

Step 2: Solid Minerals and Their Locations

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains solid minerals and shows a map indicating their locations in Nigeria.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the map and mention mineral locations.
Learning Point: Solid minerals are found in specific parts of Nigeria.

Step 3: Economic Importance of Solid Minerals

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses the economic importance of solid minerals with examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute ideas during discussion.
Learning Point: Solid minerals contribute to national development.

Step 4: Map Identification Activity

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to identify mineral locations on the map.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils point to locations on the map.
Learning Point: Maps help to identify mineral locations.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Writing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher writes the board summary and guides pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy notes.
Learning Point: Proper notes aid understanding.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

What are solid minerals?
Mention three solid minerals found in Nigeria and their locations.
State two economic importance of solid minerals.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer questions.
Learning Point: Understanding is assessed through responses.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson and corrects misconceptions.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively.
Learning Point: Solid minerals are valuable national resources.

Lesson Keywords

Solid minerals – natural substances mined from the earth
Location – place where something is found
Limestone – mineral used for cement
Revenue – income for the government
Resources – useful materials from nature

Differentiation

Use visual aids and group discussion to support both fast and slow learners.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Emphasize map work and relate mineral resources to students’ local environment.