Class: Primary 5
Term: 2nd Term
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: social Studies
Previous Lesson: Meaning And Importance Of Employment
topic: Meaning of Wages and Income
Content/Learning Area: Definition of wage, Definition of income, Othre methods of rewarding or compensating workers (e.g., bonus, gratuity, pension, commission, and allowances).
Time Allocation: 40 minutes
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Define wages and income, and list other methods of compensating workers.
- Affective domain: Explain the importance of wages and income in workers’ lives.
- Psychomotor Domain: demonstrate a role-play activity showing payment of wages.
- Social Domain: Discuss how fair payment promotes good relationships in the workplace.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9–Years Basic education Curriculum.
- Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work.
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work.
- Online Data from: Insee – Wage income – Definition
- Relevant Textbooks.
Instructional Materials
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will use the following materials:
- Charts illustrating types of wages and income.
- Flashcards showing methods of compensating workers.
- A sample payroll sheet.
- Whiteboard and markers.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding wages and income is essential as it helps pupils recognize the value of work and how workers are compensated, promoting financial awareness and respect for labor.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about the importance of employment and understand that work provides financial and social benefits.
Lesson Content
Meaning of Wages and Income
Wages are the money paid to workers for the work they do, usually on a daily or weekly basis. Income is the total money a person earns, including wages and other sources like bonuses or allowances.
Other Methods of Rewarding Workers
Workers can be rewarded in multiple ways. These include:
- Bonus: Extra money given for good performance.
- Gratuity: A lump sum paid after retirement or long service.
- Pension: Regular payments after retirement.
- Commission: A percentage of sales earned by salespeople.
- Allowances: Money given for specific purposes,like transport or housing.
- Overtime Pay: Additional compensation for hours worked beyond the regular schedule.
- Profit Sharing: Distribution of a portion of the company’s profits to employees.
Teaching Methods
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following methods: Question and answer, Explanation, presentation, Role-playing, Group work, Discussion.
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: Asks pupils if they have seen parents or workers receive money for work.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond to questions with examples.Learning Point: Introduce the concept of wages and income.
Step 2: Explanation of Wages and Income
Time: 10 mins
teaching skill: Expository
Teacher’s Activity: Explains the meaning of wages and income using examples and charts.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and take notes.
Learning Point: Wages and income are payments for work done.
Step 3: Other Methods of Compensation
Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Discusses and shows flashcards for bonus, gratuity, commission, and pension.
Pupils’ Activity: Observe, listen, and ask questions.
Learning Point: Workers can be rewarded in multiple ways.
Step 4: Role Play Activity
Time: 7 mins
Teaching Skill: Participatory
Teacher’s Activity: Guides pupils to role-play a wage payment scenario.
pupils’ Activity: Act out roles of workers and payers.
Learning Point: payment systems are crucial in workplaces.
Step 5: Note-Taking
Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Guided instruction
Teacher’s Activity: Instructs pupils to copy notes from the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes into their notebooks.
Learning Point: Consolidates knowledge through writing.
Step 6: Evaluation/review
Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Oral questioning
Teacher’s Activity: Asks evaluative questions based on the lesson.Pupils’ Activity: respond orally to the questions.Learning Point: Checks pupils’ understanding.
Step 7: Conclusion
Time: 1 min
Teaching Skill: Summary discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes key points and highlights the importance of the topic.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively.
Learning Point: Wages and income sustain workers and families.
Lesson Keywords
- Wages – Money paid to workers for their work, usually on a daily or weekly basis.
- Income – Total money a person earns, including wages and other sources.
- Bonus – Extra money given for good performance.
- Gratuity – A lump sum paid after retirement or long service.
- Pension – Regular payments after retirement.
- Commission – A percentage of sales earned by salespeople.
- Allowances – Money given for specific purposes, like transport or housing.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define wages and income.
- Mention two differences between wages and income.
- List five methods of rewarding workers.
- Explain why bonuses are vital in motivating workers.
- role-play a situation where a worker is paid their wages.
assignment/Homework
- Interview a working adult about their sources of income and methods of compensation.
- Wriet a short paragraph explaining the importance of fair wages in the workplace.
- Research and list three companies in Nigeria that offer good employee benefits.
Differentiation
- For slower learners: Provide simplified definitions and focus on basic examples.
- For advanced learners: Encourage them to research different types of income and compensation packages.
- For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, discussions, and role-playing to cater to different learning styles.
note for Teachers
Ensure that the flashcards and charts are prepared in advance. Encourage active participation during role-play activities to reinforce understanding. Relate examples to pupils’ everyday lives for better comprehension. Happy teaching!
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