Class: Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3, JSS 3)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 4
Age: 14 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Marketing of Art Work
Topic: Funding For Art Business
Subject Matter: Sources of funding of art work business e.g. relatives, individuals, corporate and government organization.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Define funding for art business.
(b) Identify different sources of funding for art businesses.
Affective Domain:
(a) Show appreciation for the importance of financial support in art entrepreneurship.
(b) Demonstrate interest in exploring funding opportunities responsibly.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Demonstrate how to approach potential funders for art business support.
(b) Prepare simple funding proposals or requests.
Social Domain:
(a) Collaborate with peers to explore group funding ideas.
(b) Encourage family and community participation in art business support.

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
Indeed – 5 Types of Funding for Businesses
Relevant Textbooks

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Charts showing types of funding sources
Case studies of funded art businesses
Sample funding proposal templates
Whiteboard and markers
Projector for presentation slides
Handouts on funding options

RATIONALE FOR THE LESSON

This lesson helps pupils understand funding opportunities for art businesses, enabling them to plan and access financial support for creative projects.

PREREQUISITE/PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

Pupils are expected to have a basic understanding of small-scale business concepts and the value of money from previous lessons.

LESSON CONTENT/BOARD SUMMARY

FUNDING FOR ART BUSINESS

Meaning of Funding for Art Business

Funding for art business refers to financial support provided to artists or entrepreneurs to start, sustain, or expand their creative ventures. Funding can come from personal, private, or public sources.

These include:

Relatives and Friends – informal loans or gifts from family and close acquaintances.
Individuals – private investors who support creative businesses.
Corporate Organizations – companies that sponsor or invest in arts for promotional or social responsibility purposes.
Government Agencies – grants, loans, or financial programs provided by local or national governments.

Importance of Funding for Art Business

Funding enables artists to access materials, equipment, training, and marketing opportunities, enhancing business growth and sustainability.

The following are benefits of funding:

Provides capital for starting or expanding art projects.
Encourages innovation and quality improvement.
Supports marketing and sales initiatives.
Enhances economic independence and employment opportunities.

Steps to Access Funding

Accessing funding requires planning, presentation, and communication skills.

Examples are:

Identify suitable funding sources based on business needs.
Prepare a clear proposal or request outlining goals and budget.
Approach funders professionally and present the business idea.
Follow up and maintain relationships with funders for future support.

TEACHING METHODS/INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES

Discussion, Lecture, Explanation, Visual Aids, Group Work, Case Study, Demonstration

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

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

Step 1: Introduction (Teaching Skill: Set Induction)

Time: 5 minutes
Teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils if they know of any artists or businesses that received funding and discuss their sources.
Pupils’ Activity: Share ideas and examples.
Learning Point: Pupils engage and recall prior knowledge of funding concepts.

Step 2: Definition and Sources of Funding

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation and Visual Aid
Teacher’s Activity: Define funding for art business and explain the different sources using charts.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe, take notes, and ask questions.
Learning Point: Pupils understand what funding is and where it can come from.

Step 3: Importance of Funding

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Lecture and Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Discuss the importance and benefits of funding for art businesses with examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen, take notes, and respond to questions.
Learning Point: Pupils appreciate the value of funding in art entrepreneurship.

Step 4: Steps to Access Funding

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration and Case Study
Teacher’s Activity: Present a sample proposal and demonstrate the approach to funders.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe and discuss steps in groups.
Learning Point: Pupils learn practical steps to secure funding.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Independent Work
Teacher’s Activity: Guide pupils to summarize key points in their notebooks.
Pupils’ Activity: Write notes.
Learning Point: Reinforces understanding and retention.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

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

Define funding for art business.
List four sources of funding for art business.
Mention two benefits of funding for artists.
Outline steps to access funding.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer orally or in writing.
Learning Point: Assess comprehension of lesson objectives.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: Recap key points and emphasize the importance of responsible financial planning.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask questions.
Learning Point: Consolidate learning and link to real-life application.

LESSON KEYWORDS

Funding – financial support for a business
Investors – individuals or organizations providing money
Proposal – formal request for financial assistance
Grants – non-repayable funds from organizations
Corporate Sponsorship – financial backing by companies

DIFFERENTIATION

Use visual aids for visual learners, group discussions for collaborative learning, and role-play for kinesthetic learners to simulate funding requests.

NOTE FOR TEACHERS USING THIS LESSON PLAN

Encourage pupils to think creatively about sources of funding. Use real-life examples of local artists and their funding sources to make the lesson relatable.