Reasons For National Honours Awards, Meritorious and Selfless Service for Primary 6

Class: Primary Six
Term: First Term
Subject: National Values Education
curriculum Theme: Civic Education
Previous Lesson: Reasons
Topic: Reasons For National Honours awards: Meritorious & Selfless Service
Content/Learning area: Meritorious & Selfless Service
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain:

1.Define and explain the meaning of meritorious and selfless service.

• Affective Domain:

1. Appreciate the importance of selfless service to the nation.

• Psychomotor Domain:

1. Demonstrate an example of selfless service by performing a helpful act.

• Social Domain:

1. Collaborate in groups to discuss examples of meritorious services in their community.

Reference Materials

• 9 – Years Basic Education curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
• NAPPS national unified Scheme of Work
• Online Details from Vanguard News – Bamanga tukur lauds Gen. Gowon’s selfless, meritorious services
• Relevant textbooks

Instructional Materials

to deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:

• Posters showing national honours awards
• Pictures of notable Nigerian awardees
• Flashcards for group discussions
• Chalkboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding meritorious and selfless service is vital; it encourages recognition for acts of kindness and contribution to society, fostering civic obligation and community involvement.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils should have a basic understanding of civic responsibilities and the concept of service to the community.

Lesson Content

Reason For National Honours Awards: Meritorious & Selfless Service

National honours are awards given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the country. Two reasons for receiving these awards are meritorious service and selfless service.

Meritorious Service: This involves performing exceptional duties for the nation, exceeding expectations. Individuals who go above and beyond in their roles, whether in leadership, education, or healthcare, may receive national honours.

Selfless Service: Selfless service means prioritizing the needs of others or the nation over personal interests. These actions are performed without expecting personal gain,such as volunteering during crises or helping the less blessed.

Meritorious and Selfless Service

Meritorious service is work worthy of special recognition because of its quality, courage or lasting benefit. Selfless service places the common good before personal reward, while still respecting lawful safety and family duties.

Examples may come from health, education, science, peace-building, public administration, arts or community rescue. Claims about a recipient should be supported with verified evidence.

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Direct instruction, discussion, Group Discussion, Presentation, Lecture, and Evaluation.

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Introduce the lesson by asking pupils what they understand by “service” and if they have heard of anyone being rewarded for good service to the nation.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share their ideas and give examples of individuals who have received awards for service.

Step 2: description of Meritorious Service

Time: 7 mins
Teaching skill: Question & Answer
Teacher’s Activity: Explain that meritorious service refers to exceptional actions performed in the interest of the country, going beyond the ordinary.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and take notes.

Step 3: Clarification of Selfless Service

Time: 7 mins
Teaching skill: Think-Pair-Share
Teacher’s Activity: Define selfless service as putting the needs of others before one’s own without expecting rewards, and give examples of awardees.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils discuss in pairs examples of selfless service they have seen in their community.

Step 4: Examples of National honours for Service

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Show and Tell
Teacher’s Activity: Show pictures of Nigerian citizens who received national honours for meritorious and selfless service, explaining why they were awarded.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the images and participate in the discussion.

Step 5: note-Taking

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Copying Notes
Teacher’s Activity: Provide a summarized classroom note for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes into their books.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 6 mins
Teaching Skill: Quiz
Teacher’s Activity: Ask pupils questions to evaluate their understanding of meritorious and selfless service.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions orally.

Objective-aligned checks:

1. Define and explain the meaning of meritorious and selfless service.
2. Demonstrate an example of selfless service by performing a helpful act.

step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Whole Class Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the lesson by reviewing the key points and emphasizing the value of selfless and meritorious service to the nation.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute to the summary discussion.

Lesson Keywords

• Meritorious Service – Exceptional actions performed in the interest of the country.
• Selfless Service – Prioritizing the needs of others or the nation over personal interests.
• National Honours – Awards given to individuals for significant contributions to the country.

lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Define meritorious service.
2. What does selfless service mean?
3. Mention two examples of people who could receive national honours for selfless service.
4. Why is selfless service crucial for national development?
5. Give an example of meritorious service in your community.

Assignment/Homework

1. Research and write about a Nigerian who has received a national honor for selfless service.
2. List three ways you can show selfless service in your school or community.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and simplified explanations.
• For advanced learners: Research and present examples of meritorious and selfless service from Nigerian history.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and role-playing activities to reinforce learning.

Note for Teachers

Encourage pupils to think critically about the importance of service to the nation and to identify opportunities for selfless service in their daily lives.