Class: Primary 5
Term: 3rd Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
Previous Lesson: Examples Of Pressure Group
Topic: Importance Of Pressure Groups
Content/Learning Area: Importance Of Pressure Groups
Time Allocation: 40 minutes

Performance Objectives

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

• Cognitive Domain: Identify the importance of pressure groups in the society.
• Affective Domain: Show respect for the efforts of pressure groups in protecting citizens’ rights.
• Psychomotor Domain: Draw a diagram showing a pressure group in action.
• Social Domain: Participate in group discussions about the role of pressure groups.

Reference Materials

The following resources was used in planning this lesson:

• 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Information from: Britannica – Pressure group Definition & Meaning
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson,the teacher will use the following: Chart showing different pressure groups in Nigeria,videos showing pressure group campaigns,cardboard and markers,Civic Education textbook,flashcards with key terms.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the importance of pressure groups helps pupils value civic participation and know how groups protect public interests and rights.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have been introduced to the meaning of groups and have basic knowledge of social groups and their roles.

Lesson Content

Importance of Pressure Groups

Pressure groups help to protect the rights of people in the society. They speak for the needs of different groups and help make good laws.

Promote Good Governance: Pressure groups help leaders to do the right things. The following are ways they promote good governance:

1. They check the activities of government
2. They speak against bad policies
3. They demand justice for people
4. They help government know people’s needs
5. They make leaders obey laws
6. They advocate for openness in government spending
7. They ensure that government projects are beneficial to the community

Protect Citizens’ Rights: Pressure groups help to protect people from being treated badly. These include:

1. Fighting for workers’ rights
2. Helping poor people get justice
3. Preventing abuse of power
4. Supporting children’s and women’s rights
5. Reporting bad actions by leaders
6. Advocating for fair treatment in the workplace
7. Ensuring access to education and healthcare for all citizens

Create Public awareness: They educate people on important social issues by doing the following:

1. Organizing public rallies
2. sharing information on radio and TV
3. Printing posters and leaflets
4. Holding community meetings
5. Using social media to inform people
6. Conducting workshops and seminars
7. Distributing educational materials in local languages

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Discussion, lecture, Storytelling, Explanation, Visual Aids, Group Work

Instructional Procedures

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

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Set induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher tells a story about a group that fought for school safety.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and share their ideas.

Step 2: Promote Good Governance

Time: 7min
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s activity: Explains how pressure groups help leaders govern well, using a chart.Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe chart and answer questions.

step 3: protect Citizens’ Rights

Time: 7min
Teaching Skill: Storytelling
Teacher’s Activity: shares stories of how some groups help protect rights of workers and citizens.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and give examples of such groups.

Step 4: Create Public Awareness

Time: 6min
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Discusses how pressure groups inform the public using posters and social media.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils discuss how they’ve seen campaigns in real life.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Writing Skills
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to wriet the main points from the lesson on the board.Pupils’ activity: Pupils copy the note correctly in their notebooks.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions based on the content taught.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the questions asked.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5min
Teaching Skill: Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes lesson, corrects errors, and encourages pupils to value group effort.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils reflect and share what they learnt.

lesson Keywords

• pressure group – a group that works to influence government decisions
• Rights – things every person should have or enjoy
• Governance – the way a country or institution is managed
• Campaign – planned actions to support an idea or cause
• Awareness – knowing and understanding something clearly

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. What is a pressure group?
2. List two ways pressure groups promote good governance.
3. Mention two rights pressure groups protect.
4. How do pressure groups create public awareness?
5. Draw a picture of a pressure group holding a rally.

Assignment/Homework

1. Research and write about a pressure group in Nigeria.
2. List three ways pressure groups can help your community.
3. Write a short paragraph on why it is important to protect citizens’ rights.

Differentiation

• For slower learners: Activities will be simplified with visuals and oral examples.
• For advanced learners: Advanced pupils will lead group discussions.
• For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use charts, videos, and role-playing activities.

Note for Teachers

Engage pupils with real-life examples of pressure groups. Use charts or news stories to make the lesson relatable and visual.