Class: Senior Secondary School 1 (SS1, SS 1, SSS1, SSS 1)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 7
Age: 15 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Christian Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Christian Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: Rights and Obligations of Family Members.
Topic: Humility
Subject Matter: Meaning of humility, Jesus demonstrated humility, ways of demonstrating humility, solutions to pride, examples of humble behaviour in society.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define humility.
Explain how Jesus demonstrated humility.
List at least three ways of demonstrating humility.
Identify solutions to pride.
Give examples of humble behaviour in society.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the importance of humility in Christian living.
Develop a desire to practice humility in their daily lives.

Psychomotor Domain:

Demonstrate humble behaviour in classroom interactions and real-life scenarios.

Discuss with peers examples of pride and humility from their observations.
Collaborate in identifying ways to promote humility in their communities.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Christian Religious Studies.
State Unified Scheme of Work for Christian Religious Studies (SSS 1).
Christian Religious Studies for Senior Secondary Schools 1 by Adeniran, et al.
The Holy Bible (New International Version).

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Holy Bible
Behaviour scenario cards illustrating pride and humility
Pictures or charts depicting humble acts.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the Christian virtue of humility, which is important for peaceful coexistence and a good relationship with God. It enables them to recognize and practice humble behaviour in their daily interactions and avoid the negative consequences of pride.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of Christian virtues and some understanding of moral values from previous lessons.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Humility

Meaning of Humility

Humility is the quality of being humble. It means having a modest view of one’s own importance and not thinking oneself better than others. It involves recognizing one’s dependence on God and acknowledging the value and dignity of others.

Jesus’ Demonstration of Humility

Jesus Christ demonstrated humility in many ways during His earthly ministry. Some examples include:

Being born in a manger, not in a palace (Luke 2:7).
Washing the feet of His disciples (John 13:1-17).
Associating with the poor and marginalized.
Obeying God the Father even unto death on the cross (Philippians 2:8).
Not seeking earthly power or glory.

Ways of Demonstrating Humility

There are several ways individuals can demonstrate humility in their lives. These include:

Listening to others and valuing their opinions.
Admitting mistakes and asking for forgiveness.
Serving others without expecting recognition.
Being quick to forgive and slow to anger.
Giving credit to others for their contributions.
Being modest in dress and speech.
Praying and acknowledging God’s sovereignty.

Solutions to Pride

Pride is the opposite of humility and can lead to negative outcomes. Solutions to pride include:

Recognizing one’s limitations and dependence on God.
Practicing self-reflection and self-assessment.
Learning to serve others.
Seeking feedback from trusted individuals.
Focusing on the needs of others rather than self.
Studying the life of Jesus and other humble figures.

Examples of Humble Behaviour in Society

Humble behaviour is evident in various aspects of society. Examples include:

A leader who consults subordinates before making decisions.
A student who helps a struggling classmate without boasting.
An individual who apologizes sincerely after an argument.
Someone who celebrates the success of others genuinely.
A person who accepts constructive criticism gracefully.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

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

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction/Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them to recall any stories or proverbs they know about pride and humility. The teacher then shares a brief observation of how these traits are sometimes displayed in daily life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and share their thoughts.
Learning Point: Pupils are introduced to the topic and connect it to their prior knowledge and experiences.

Step 2: Meaning of Humility

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines humility, explaining that it is having a modest view of one’s own importance and recognizing God’s role in one’s life. The teacher writes the definition on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, copy the definition, and ask clarifying questions.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of humility.

Step 3: Jesus’ Demonstration of Humility

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Exposition/Narrative
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains how Jesus demonstrated humility through various actions, citing examples like His birth in a manger, washing the disciples’ feet, and obedience to God. The teacher may read relevant Bible passages.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, take notes, and identify specific instances of Jesus’ humility.
Learning Point: Pupils learn from Jesus’ example of humility.

Step 4: Ways of Demonstrating Humility

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Brainstorming/Listing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a discussion on practical ways pupils can demonstrate humility in their daily lives, both at home and in school. The teacher writes their suggestions on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils volunteer ideas and list ways to demonstrate humility.
Learning Point: Pupils identify practical ways to practice humility.

Step 5: Solutions to Pride

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Problem-solving/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses what pride is and its negative effects. The teacher then guides pupils to identify solutions or ways to overcome pride, emphasizing the importance of recognizing God’s grace.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute to the discussion and note down solutions to pride.
Learning Point: Pupils understand how to address pride.

Step 6: Examples of Humble Behaviour in Society

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Illustration/Application
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher presents scenario cards or real-life examples of humble behaviour in society. The teacher encourages pupils to share other examples they have observed.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils discuss the scenarios and provide their own examples of humble behaviour.
Learning Point: Pupils can identify and relate to humble behaviour in various contexts.

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 humility in your own words.
Mention two ways Jesus demonstrated humility.
List three ways a student can show humility in school.
State two solutions to pride.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, reiterating the importance of humility in Christian life. The teacher gives pupils homework to identify one person they know who is humble and write down why they consider them humble.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the homework assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and apply it to their personal observations.

Lesson Keywords

Humility – The quality of having a modest or low view of one’s own importance.
Pride – A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, or a high or excessive opinion of oneself.
Modesty – The quality or state of being unassuming in the estimation of one’s abilities or achievements.
Service – The action of helping or doing work for someone.

Differentiation

The teacher will provide additional explanations and examples for struggling learners and encourage advanced learners to lead discussions or research further examples of humility from the Bible.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Teachers should encourage active participation and create a classroom environment where pupils feel comfortable discussing their observations and experiences related to pride and humility. Real-life examples and role-playing can enhance understanding.