Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1 / SSS 1)
Term: 1st Term
Week: 9
Age: 15 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Garment Making
Curriculum Theme: Trade
Previous Lesson: Entrepreneurship In Garment Making.
Topic: GARMENT MAKING BUSINESS
Subject Matter: Definition of business, Factors for garment making business, Workshop organization, Customer needs

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define what a business is.
State at least three factors to consider for a successful garment making business.
Explain the importance of workshop organization in garment making.
Identify various customer needs in the garment making industry.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the importance of proper planning in starting a garment making business.
Value good customer service as a key to business success.

Psychomotor Domain:

Outline a simple plan for organizing a garment making workshop.
Propose ways to identify and meet customer needs.

Discuss the role of effective communication with customers in business.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Home Economics (Garment Making Section)
State Unified Scheme of Work for Senior Secondary Schools
Oluwole, A.O. (2018). Garment Making for Senior Secondary Schools 1-3. Lagos: Learnwell Publishers.

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Whiteboard/Blackboard and markers/chalk
Garment making workshop chart
Textbooks on Garment Making

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the basic principles of starting and managing a garment making business. It enables them to see garment making as a viable career path, equipping them with knowledge needed to plan for a successful enterprise and meet customer demands.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of various garment making tools, equipment, and processes.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

GARMENT MAKING BUSINESS

Definition of Business

A business is an activity where goods or services are produced and sold to customers to make a profit. It involves planning, organization, and interaction with others.

Factors for a Successful Garment Making Business

The following are important factors for a successful garment making business:

Capital: Money needed to start and run the business (e.g., for machines, materials, rent).
Location: A good location attracts customers and is accessible.
Skills and Expertise: The garment maker must have good sewing, design, and business management skills.
Quality of Products: Producing high-quality garments that satisfy customers.
Marketing and Advertising: Letting potential customers know about the business and its products.
Customer Service: Treating customers well to ensure they return.
Workshop Organization: Having a well-arranged and efficient workspace.

Workshop Organization

Workshop organization refers to the systematic arrangement of tools, equipment, materials, and workspace in a garment making business. It helps to improve efficiency, safety, and productivity.

Good workshop organization involves:

Proper arrangement of sewing machines and work tables.
Clear labeling and storage of tools and accessories.
Keeping the workspace clean and free from clutter.
Ensuring good lighting and ventilation.
Having separate areas for cutting, sewing, and finishing.

Understanding Customer Needs

Customer needs are the requirements or desires of people who purchase garments. Understanding these needs is essential for producing garments that customers want and for building a successful business.

Ways to understand customer needs include:

Asking customers directly through surveys or feedback forms.
Observing fashion trends and customer preferences.
Listening carefully to customer requests and complaints.
Offering personalized services and custom designs.
Studying competitor products and services.

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, reviews the previous lesson briefly, and then introduces the new topic, “Garment Making Business,” by asking pupils if they know anyone who makes clothes for money.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and listen attentively to the introduction of the new topic.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the lesson and connect previous knowledge to the new topic.

Step 2: Definition of Business

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines what a business is, emphasizing profit generation and providing goods or services. The teacher relates this definition specifically to garment making.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, ask questions for clarification, and attempt to define “business” in their own words.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the concept of a business.

Step 3: Factors for a Successful Garment Making Business

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elaboration/Listing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains various factors that contribute to the success of a garment making business, such as capital, location, skills, quality of products, marketing, and customer service. The teacher uses the workshop chart to illustrate some points.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, take notes, and contribute by mentioning other factors they think are important.
Learning Point: Pupils can identify and explain key factors for business success in garment making.

Step 4: Workshop Organization

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Description/Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the importance of organizing a garment making workshop. The teacher describes how a well-organized workshop improves efficiency, safety, and productivity, giving examples of proper arrangement of tools and equipment.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils discuss the benefits of an organized workshop and suggest ways to keep a sewing workshop tidy.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the benefits and methods of workshop organization.

Step 5: Understanding Customer Needs

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains why understanding customer needs is important for business success. The teacher then discusses various ways to identify and respond to customer needs, such as feedback, surveys, and observing trends.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify different needs customers might have when buying clothes and suggest ways to meet those needs.
Learning Point: Pupils recognize the importance of customer focus and how to identify customer needs.

Step 6: Class Activity/Discussion

Time: 4 minutes
Teaching Skill: Group Work/Facilitation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher divides pupils into small groups to discuss one factor for a successful garment making business and how it applies to their local community.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils discuss in groups and a representative from each group briefly shares their findings.
Learning Point: Pupils apply the learned concepts to real-life scenarios.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

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

Define what a business is.
Mention three factors important for starting a successful garment making business.
State two reasons why workshop organization is important.
How can a garment maker understand the needs of their customers?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, reiterating the importance of planning, organization, and customer focus in a garment making business. The teacher then gives an assignment.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their understanding and are prepared for further learning.

Lesson Keywords

Business – An activity of making, buying, or selling goods or providing services in exchange for money.
Capital – Money or other assets owned by an individual or business.
Workshop – A room or building where work, especially manual work or production, is carried on.
Organization – The arrangement of resources in an orderly way.
Customer Needs – The requirements or desires of people who purchase goods or services.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher can encourage them to research successful local garment makers and identify the factors contributing to their success. For pupils needing more support, the teacher will provide simplified definitions and more direct examples during explanations, and allow peer support during group activities.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Teachers should encourage practical examples from their local community to make the lesson more relatable. Visual aids like pictures of well-organized workshops or local garment businesses can enhance understanding. Emphasize the entrepreneurial aspect of garment making to inspire pupils.