Class: Junior Secondary School 2 (JSS2, JSS 2)
Term: 1st Term
Week: 1
Age: 13 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: National Values Education
Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
Previous Lesson:
Topic: National Values (Part 1)
Subject Matter: Integrity: Meaning of integrity and attributes, Attributes of integrity: probity, honesty and contentment, truthfulness, fair play and non-compromise of principles etc.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Define integrity as a national value.
(b) Identify the key attributes of integrity.
Affective Domain:
(a) Appreciate the importance of living with honesty and truthfulness.
(b) Develop a positive attitude towards fair play and contentment.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Dramatize simple scenarios that demonstrate honesty and fair play.
Social Domain:
(a) Work together in groups to discuss real-life examples of integrity in school or community life.

Reference Materials

The following resources was used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of work for Junior Secondary Schools
Wikipedia – Integrity
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Chart showing the word “INTEGRITY” and its attributes
Flash cards with examples of honesty, truthfulness, and fair play
Short moral stories or case studies on integrity
Whiteboard and markers
Role-play scenarios

Rationale for the Lesson

Integrity is a key value for building trust, fairness, and accountability in individuals and society. Teaching integrity helps pupils grow into responsible and upright citizens.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have experienced situations in school, at home, or among peers where honesty, truthfulness, or fairness was required and can relate these experiences to the concept of integrity.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

National Values – Integrity

Meaning of Integrity

Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. It means doing the right thing even when no one is watching. It is one of the most important values that guides how individuals should live and behave in society.

The following are the main points about integrity:

Integrity is being truthful and trustworthy.
It involves standing by what is right at all times.
A person of integrity does not compromise on good principles.
Integrity builds respect, trust, and credibility.

Attributes of Integrity

Attributes of integrity are the qualities or behaviors that show a person has integrity. They guide how individuals act at home, in school, and in society.

The attributes of integrity include:

Probity: Being upright, sincere, and free from corruption.
Honesty and Contentment: Telling the truth always and being satisfied with what one has.
Truthfulness: Saying facts as they are without deceit or lies.
Fair Play: Playing or acting without cheating or taking undue advantage of others.
Non-Compromise of Principles: Standing firm in doing what is right and refusing to be influenced negatively.

Importance of Integrity

Integrity is important because it helps individuals, communities, and the nation to live in peace and fairness. It creates a trustworthy society where everyone can rely on one another.

The following are the importance of integrity:

It builds good reputation and respect for individuals.
It promotes fairness, justice, and equal opportunities.
It reduces corruption and dishonesty in society.
It strengthens unity and trust among people.
It encourages discipline and responsibility in both personal and public life.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques:

Lecture, Discussion, Storytelling, Explanation, Question and Answer, Demonstration, Role Play, Group Work

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: Teacher narrates a short story about a student who found money and returned it, asking pupils what value the student showed.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond that the student was honest and showed integrity.
Learning Point: Pupils are introduced to the concept of integrity.

Step 2: Meaning of Integrity

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher defines integrity and explains its importance as a national value.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, ask questions, and give simple examples.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of integrity.

Step 3: Attributes of Integrity

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher discusses the attributes of integrity (probity, honesty, truthfulness, fair play, non-compromise of principles) using examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in discussion and share examples of these attributes in daily life.
Learning Point: Pupils identify the major attributes of integrity.

Step 4: Importance of Integrity

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher lists and explains the importance of integrity in personal, school, and national life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils take notes and state why they think integrity is important.
Learning Point: Pupils appreciate the role of integrity in building a better society.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher dictates or writes the board summary for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils write notes into their exercise books.
Learning Point: Pupils keep a written record of the lesson.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

What is integrity?
Mention three attributes of integrity.
State three importance of integrity in society.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer questions orally.
Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the topic.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: Teacher summarizes the lesson and encourages pupils to practice integrity in all aspects of life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask final questions.
Learning Point: Pupils resolve to apply integrity in their personal and social lives.

Lesson Keywords

Integrity – quality of being honest and morally upright
Probity – uprightness and sincerity
Honesty – being truthful and free from lies
Truthfulness – presenting facts without deception
Fair Play – acting justly without cheating

Differentiation

Provide simplified explanations and real-life examples for slower learners while advanced learners engage in role plays and lead group discussions on integrity.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Encourage pupils to practice integrity in small ways daily, like being truthful in classwork. Reinforce through stories and examples from community leaders or history.