Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
Previous Lesson: The Importance of Civic Education
Topic: How to Nurture and Sustain Democracy
Content/Learning Area: What is Democracy?, Agency in charge of sensitization, duties of the National orientation Agency
time allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain:
- Define democracy.
- Identify the Self-reliant National Electoral Commission (INEC).
- Affective Domain:
- Show interest in learning about democracy.
- Value the importance of democracy.
- Psychomotor Domain:
- Actively participate in class discussions.
- Social Domain:
1. Work cooperatively with peers. - 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource center Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- online Information
- Relevant textbooks
- Whiteboard or chart paper
- Markers
- Pictures related to democracy
- Educating the public about their rights and responsibilities.
- Promoting national unity and patriotism.
- Encouraging citizens to participate in the democratic process.
- Disseminating information about government policies and programs.
- Fostering a sense of national identity and pride.
- Democracy – A system of government where the people choose their leaders.
- INEC – Independent National Electoral Commission, responsible for elections.
- National orientation Agency – Agency that educates citizens about their rights and responsibilities.
- Rights – Entitlements that citizens have in a democracy.
- Responsibilities – duties that citizens have in a democracy.
- What is democracy?
- What is the role of INEC?
- What are three duties of the National Orientation Agency?
- Why is it important for everyone to participate in democracy?
- Ask your parents or guardians what they think is the moast important thing about democracy.
- Draw a picture of something that represents democracy to you.
- For slower learners: Provide one-on-one assistance and use simpler language.
- For advanced learners: Encourage them to research further on the topic and present their findings to the class.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.
Reference Materials
Instructional Materials
to deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding democracy is crucial for responsible citizenship. This lesson lays the foundation for future learning about civic participation and responsible governance.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
The teacher will start by asking pupils what they know about choosing leaders and how decisions are made in their homes or schools. This will lead into a discussion about democracy.
lesson Content
What is Democracy?
Democracy is a system of goverment were the people have the power to choose their leaders. It is like a big family where everyone gets to have a say in how things are run.
Agency in Charge of sensitization
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) helps people understand democracy and how to participate in it. INEC is like a teacher who explains the rules of democracy and how to vote for our leaders.
Duties of the National Orientation Agency
The National Orientation Agency helps people understand their rights and responsibilities in a democratic society. It’s like a guide that helps us know what we can do and what we should do to make our democracy strong. The following are some of its duties:
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Discussion, Question and answer, Use of visuals.
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
Step 1: Introduction
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set induction
Teacher’s Activity: Asks pupils what they know about choosing leaders and how decisions are made.
Pupils’ Activity: Share their ideas and experiences.
Step 2: Description of Key Concepts
Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explaining
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the concept of democracy using simple language and examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask clarifying questions.
Step 3: Presentation/Guided Practice
Time: 10 minutes
teaching Skill: Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the roles of INEC and the National Orientation Agency.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in a class discussion about the roles of these agencies.
Step 4: Independent Practice
Time: 5 minutes
teaching Skill: Monitoring
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils as they answer questions individually.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions related to the lesson.
Step 5: note-Taking
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points of the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes on the key points.
Step 6: Evaluation/Review
Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Assessing
Teacher’s Activity: Asks review questions.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer review questions.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 5 minutes
teaching Skill: Summarizing
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes the key points and encourages pupils to continue learning about democracy.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and ask any remaining questions.
Lesson Keywords
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
Assignment/Homework
Differentiation
Note for Teachers
Ensure to use real-life examples and relatable scenarios to explain the concepts of democracy, INEC, and the National Orientation Agency. Encourage active participation and create a supportive learning environment.
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