Class: Junior Secondary School 2 (JSS2, JSS 2)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 8
Age: 13 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Early
Topic: Music Practices – Listening
Subject Matter: Aural skills, reflecting ability to listen, Popular music – High life, Fuji, Juju, Makosa, Afrobeat, Gospel music

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Define and explain aural skills in music listening.
(b) Identify and describe different types of popular music such as Highlife, Fuji, Juju, Makosa, Afrobeat, and Gospel music.
Affective Domain:
(a) Show appreciation for various forms of popular music.
(b) Develop positive attitudes toward listening to diverse musical genres.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Demonstrate basic rhythmic patterns by clapping or tapping along to music.
(b) Participate in simple singing or imitation of musical rhythms during lessons.
Social Domain:
(a) Collaborate in group music listening and discussion activities.
(b) Share opinions respectfully about music preferences and experiences.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary Schools
Wikipedia – Afrobeat
Relevant Textbooks: Cultural and Creative Arts for JSS 2

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Audio recordings of Highlife, Fuji, Juju, Makosa, Afrobeat, and Gospel songs
Multimedia projector or speakers
Music charts and posters showing music genres
Whiteboard and markers
Rhythm instruments (drums, tambourines, clappers)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson enables pupils to develop listening skills, appreciate diverse music genres, and enhance cultural awareness through music.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are expected to have basic exposure to listening to music at home or school and can identify familiar songs and rhythms.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Music Practices – Listening

Aural Skills

Aural skills refer to the ability to identify, understand, and respond to sounds in music. Listening carefully helps in appreciating rhythm, melody, and harmony.

The following are key aural skills:

Recognizing different musical instruments.
Identifying rhythmic patterns and tempo.
Detecting pitch changes and melody in songs.
Appreciating harmony and background accompaniment.

Popular Music in Nigeria

Popular music in Nigeria reflects the nation’s rich cultural diversity and includes several major genres.

They include:

Highlife: A genre originating from Ghana and popular in Nigeria, characterized by jazzy horns and multiple guitar rhythms.
Fuji: A Yoruba music genre with strong percussive beats, derived from traditional Islamic music.
Juju: Yoruba-originated music featuring talking drums and electric guitars.
Makosa (Makossa): A fast-paced dance music popular in Cameroon and adopted in Nigeria.
Afrobeat: Created by Fela Kuti, combines jazz, funk, and traditional African rhythms.
Gospel Music: Religious music that conveys Christian messages, often uplifting and expressive.

Listening and Reflection

Listening to music involves focusing on sound elements and reflecting on feelings and messages conveyed by the music.

The following are ways to reflect on music:

Noting the instruments used and the type of rhythm.
Identifying the mood or emotion expressed.
Recognizing cultural and social messages.
Sharing personal impressions and experiences after listening.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Storytelling, Explanation, Visual Aids, Group Work, Listening Exercises

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: The teacher plays a short music clip and asks pupils questions about what they hear.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and respond to questions.
Learning Point: Engage pupils and activate prior knowledge about music listening.

Step 2: Explanation of Aural Skills

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Define aural skills and provide examples from popular music.
Pupils’ Activity: Take notes and ask clarifying questions.
Learning Point: Pupils understand what aural skills are and why they are important.

Step 3: Introduction to Popular Music Genres

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Lecture and Visual Aid
Teacher’s Activity: Present audio clips and describe characteristics of each music genre.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen, identify genres, and copy key points.
Learning Point: Pupils can distinguish between different Nigerian music genres.

Step 4: Listening and Reflection Activity

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Group Work
Teacher’s Activity: Play selected songs; guide pupils to reflect on instruments, rhythm, and message.
Pupils’ Activity: Discuss in groups and present findings.
Learning Point: Pupils develop listening comprehension and reflection skills.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: Summarize the lesson on the board for pupils to copy.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes carefully.
Learning Point: Reinforce key concepts and vocabulary.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Define aural skills.
Name three popular Nigerian music genres.
Identify the instruments used in Juju music.
Describe one way to reflect on a song after listening.
Pupils’ Activity: Respond orally or in writing.
Learning Point: Assess pupils’ understanding of listening and music genres.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Closure
Teacher’s Activity: Recap main points and encourage pupils to listen to different music at home.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively and ask final questions.
Learning Point: Reinforce learning and motivate further music exploration.

Lesson Keywords

Aural Skills – ability to identify and respond to sounds
Highlife – a popular West African music genre
Fuji – Yoruba percussive music genre
Juju – Yoruba guitar-based music genre
Afrobeat – African music combining jazz, funk, and traditional rhythms
Gospel Music – Christian religious music
Reflection – thinking and expressing impressions from music

Differentiation

Use audio-visual aids for pupils with hearing difficulties, pair stronger listeners with weaker ones for group reflection, provide written notes for pupils with reading difficulties.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure all audio materials are pre-tested, encourage active participation, and manage group discussions to maintain focus on the topic.