Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1 / SSS1)
Term: 1st Term
Week: 4
Age: 15 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Printing Craft
Curriculum Theme: Trade
Previous Lesson: Origin Of Printing: Chinese Wood Block Printing And Early Print History.
Topic: History of Printing in Nigeria
Subject Matter: Introduction of printing in Nigeria by early missionaries, Roles of Hope Waddle and Townsend, Survey press and government press, Railway press and daily press, Overview of copyright law

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Explain how printing was introduced in Nigeria.
Identify the key roles played by Hope Waddle and Townsend in early Nigerian printing.
List and describe different types of presses used in Nigeria’s printing history.
State the basic meaning and purpose of copyright law.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the historical development of printing in Nigeria.
Value the contributions of pioneers in establishing printing in the country.
Understand the importance of protecting intellectual property through copyright.

Psychomotor Domain:

Identify images of old printing presses and compare them to modern ones.
Differentiate between the functions of various early presses discussed.

Discuss the impact of printing on information dissemination and national development in Nigeria.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
State Unified Scheme of Work
Printing Craft for Senior Secondary Schools by [Author/Publisher, e.g., F. O. Adebayo]

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Images of old printing presses
Samples of old newspapers
Photographs of different types of printing presses
Samples of copyright notices

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the origins and development of printing in Nigeria, which is fundamental to understanding how information has been shared and preserved over time. Knowing this history helps pupils appreciate the current state of media and publishing and the relevance of copyright law in protecting creative works.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have a basic understanding of what printing is and may have seen different printed materials.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

History of Printing in Nigeria

Introduction of Printing by Early Missionaries

Printing was introduced to Nigeria by Christian missionaries in the mid-19th century. Their primary aim was to produce religious texts, such as Bibles, hymn books, and catechisms, in local languages to aid in evangelism and education.

Roles of Hope Waddle and Townsend

Two prominent figures in the early introduction of printing were:

Rev. Hope M. Waddle: A Scottish missionary who established the first printing press in Calabar in 1846. This press was used by the Presbyterian Mission to print materials in Efik language.
Rev. Henry Townsend: An Anglican missionary who established a printing press in Abeokuta in 1854. This press was used to print “Iwe Irohin,” the first newspaper in Nigeria, in Yoruba and English.

Survey Press and Government Press

As the colonial administration expanded, there was a need for official documents and maps. This led to the establishment of:

Survey Press: Established to print maps and survey documents for administrative purposes.
Government Press: Set up by the colonial government to print official gazettes, laws, reports, and other government publications.

Railway Press and Daily Press

The development of infrastructure and the need for public information also saw the emergence of:

Railway Press: Established by the Nigerian Railway Corporation to print tickets, timetables, official forms, and other operational materials for the railway system.
Daily Press: Refers to the various newspaper establishments that emerged to publish daily news, opinions, and advertisements, serving the general public. Examples include the “Daily Times” and “West African Pilot”.

Overview of Copyright Law

Copyright law is a legal right that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights to its use and distribution. It protects original literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works. Its purpose is to encourage creativity by ensuring that creators benefit from their work and to prevent unauthorized copying or use.

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 to name some printed materials they see daily (e.g., newspapers, textbooks, posters). The teacher then introduces the topic: “History of Printing in Nigeria.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond by naming various printed materials.
Learning Point: Pupils recall prior knowledge about printed materials and are introduced to the lesson topic.

Step 2: Introduction of Printing in Nigeria by Missionaries

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains how printing was first introduced by early missionaries, emphasizing their motives (religious texts, education) and showing images of early missionaries.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, ask questions for clarification, and observe the images.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the initial purpose and context of printing in Nigeria.

Step 3: Roles of Hope Waddle and Townsend

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Information Delivery
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher highlights the specific contributions of Rev. Hope M. Waddle and Rev. Henry Townsend, mentioning their locations and what they printed. The teacher may show pictures of them.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils take notes and identify the key figures and their achievements.
Learning Point: Pupils learn about the pioneers of printing in Nigeria.

Step 4: Survey Press, Government Press, Railway Press, and Daily Press

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Categorization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the establishment and purpose of the Survey Press, Government Press, Railway Press, and Daily Press, providing examples where applicable.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, observe samples (if available), and list the different types of presses and their functions.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the diversification of printing for various societal needs.

Step 5: Overview of Copyright Law

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Concept Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines copyright law, explains its importance, and shows samples of copyright notices.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and understand the meaning and purpose of copyright law.
Learning Point: Pupils grasp the basic concept of intellectual property protection.

Step 6: Class Discussion/Activity

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Engagement/Application
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a brief discussion on how printing has impacted Nigeria’s development and asks pupils to think about the role of printing today.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute to the discussion, sharing their thoughts.
Learning Point: Pupils connect the historical context to modern applications and importance of printing.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

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

How was printing introduced in Nigeria?
Mention two early missionaries involved in establishing printing in Nigeria.
List two types of presses that emerged during Nigeria’s printing history.
What is the basic purpose of copyright law?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, reiterating the historical journey of printing in Nigeria and the importance of copyright. The teacher assigns pupils to write a short essay (100 words) on the topic: “The Impact of Early Printing on Nigerian Society.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy down the assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are given an opportunity for further reflection.

Lesson Keywords

Printing – The process of reproducing text and images, typically with ink on paper.
Missionaries – People sent on a religious mission, especially one sent to promote Christianity in a foreign country.
Hope Waddle – A Scottish missionary credited with establishing the first printing press in Calabar in 1846.
Henry Townsend – An Anglican missionary who established a printing press in Abeokuta in 1854 and published Nigeria’s first newspaper, “Iwe Irohin.”
Survey Press – A printing establishment for producing maps and survey documents.
Government Press – An official printing establishment for government publications, laws, and gazettes.
Railway Press – A printing establishment for materials related to railway operations, such as tickets and timetables.
Daily Press – Newspapers published daily, providing news and information to the public.
Copyright Law – A legal right that protects original works of authorship, granting exclusive rights to their use and distribution.

Differentiation

The teacher will provide additional support to struggling pupils by simplifying explanations and offering visual aids. Advanced pupils will be encouraged to research further into specific historical figures or types of presses and present their findings.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure that actual images or samples of old presses and newspapers are available to make the lesson more engaging and concrete for pupils. Emphasize the connection between the historical development of printing and its impact on modern communication and information sharing. Encourage pupils to relate copyright law to their own creative works.