Class: Junior Secondary School 2 (JSS2, JSS 2)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 5
Age: 13 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
Previous Lesson: Types of Hard Drugs
Topic: Forms Of Drug Abuse
Subject Matter: Different ways people abuse drugs. Use of hard drug, self-medication, overdose, use of fake drugs, etc..

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Explain the meaning of drug abuse.
(b) Identify common forms of drug abuse.
Affective Domain:
(a) Show willingness to avoid drug misuse.
(b) Demonstrate negative attitude towards hard drugs.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Classify drugs correctly based on use.
(b) Interpret warning labels on drug packages.
Social Domain:
(a) Collaborate in groups to discuss ways to resist drug pressure.
(b) Share ideas on promoting a drug-free community.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary Schools
NIH – “Drug Misuse and Addiction” (https://nida.nih.gov/publications/drugfacts/understanding-drug-use-addiction)
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

Drug samples (empty packs)
Charts showing drug types
Pictures of drug misuse
Whiteboard and markers
First-aid box

Rationale for the Lesson

Pupils need to understand drug misuse to avoid harmful behaviours and protect their health.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of medicines and have seen adults use drugs at home or at hospitals.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Lesson Content

Forms of Drug Abuse

Meaning of Drug Abuse

Drug abuse is the wrong or improper use of drugs without following medical instructions. It includes taking drugs in harmful ways.
The following are forms of drug abuse:

Using drugs without prescription.
Taking drugs in excessive quantity.
Using hard drugs for pleasure.
Taking fake or expired drugs.

Use of Hard Drugs

Hard drugs are dangerous substances that affect the brain and behaviour. They are often taken for pleasure or to feel high.
Examples include:

Cocaine
Marijuana
Heroin
Tramadol (when misused)

Self-Medication

Self-medication is taking drugs without consulting a qualified health worker.
The following are common cases of self-medication:

Using antibiotics without prescription
Taking painkillers for every minor discomfort
Using herbal mixtures without guidance

Drug Overdose

Drug overdose occurs when a person takes more than the recommended amount of a drug.
The following are results of overdose:

Organ damage
Unconsciousness
Death

Use of Fake Drugs

Fake drugs are drugs that are not original, expired, or poorly made.
The following are dangers of fake drugs:

Treatment failure
Severe illness
Poisoning

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Explanation, Storytelling, Demonstration, Group Work, Questioning

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: Tells a short story of someone who misused drugs and asks pupils what they think happened.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond and share ideas.
Learning Point: Pupils become curious about drug abuse.

Step 2: Meaning of Drug Abuse

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Defines drug abuse and explains basic forms.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask questions.
Learning Point: Pupils understand drug abuse.

Step 3: Forms of Drug Abuse

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Shows drug packs and explains self-medication, overdose, hard drugs, fake drugs.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and participate.
Learning Point: Pupils identify types of drug abuse.

Step 4: Dangers of Drug Abuse

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Discusses effects such as sickness, addiction, and death.
Pupils’ Activity: Contribute examples.
Learning Point: Pupils understand consequences.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guidance
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to copy the board summary.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes.
Learning Point: Pupils retain key points.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

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

What is drug abuse?
Mention two forms of drug abuse.
Give two examples of hard drugs.
State one danger of drug overdose.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer the questions.
Learning Point: Teacher checks understanding.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: Summarises lesson and encourages pupils to avoid drug misuse.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen.
Learning Point: Pupils value healthy drug habits.

Lesson Keywords

Drug abuse – Wrong use of drugs
Self-medication – Taking drugs without medical advice
Overdose – Taking more than recommended
Hard drugs – Dangerous substances affecting the brain
Fake drugs – Drugs that are not original or effective

Differentiation

Provide simplified notes for slow learners, allow peer support, and offer extended tasks for advanced learners.

Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan

Use real-life examples, encourage questions, and emphasise safe drug habits.