Term: 1st Term

Week: 6

Class: Basic 2

Age: 8 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Curriculum Theme: Civic Education 

Subject: National Value Education 

Topic: Why We Study Civic Education At The State Level

Content: For enlightenment, benefits, responsibilities 

Specific Objectives: At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to;

  • Discuss 2 benefits of studying civic education at the state level.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge: Pupils should have a basic understanding of their local community and government.

Rationale: Civic education is essential as it helps pupils understand the role of government and their responsibilities as citizens. Studying it at the state level enables them to relate these concepts to their immediate environment.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Content Development: Why We Study Civic Education at the State Level

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 1: Introduction15 minDiscussion– Explain the importance of civic education at the state level.
– Ask pupils if they know what “civic education” means.
– Listen attentively.
– Respond to questions.
Step 2: Benefits 10 minLecture– Explain two benefits of studying civic education at the state level: understanding local government and culture, participating in community development.– Listen actively.
– Take notes.
Step 3: Responsibilities 10 minGroup Activity– Divide pupils into groups.
– Assign each group a responsibility related to community development (e.g., cleaning a park).
– Discuss the importance of each responsibility.
– Work in groups to discuss responsibilities.
– Share findings with the class.
Step 4: Evaluation5 minQuestion & Answer– Ask pupils to explain one benefit and one responsibility they’ve learned today.– Respond to questions individually.
Step 5: Note Copying5 minNote Taking– Provide a summary of the benefits and responsibilities discussed in class.– Copy the notes into their notebooks.

Note:

Why we study civic education at the state level

1. Understanding Local Government

2. Cultural awareness

3. Community participation

4. Responsibility as citizens

5. Problem-solving skills

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What are two benefits of studying civic education at the state level?
  2. Can you name one responsibility that citizens have towards community development?

Teaching Aids:

  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Pictures of local government officials
  • Group activity materials (e.g., cleaning tools for the responsibility assignment)

NOTE TO TEACHERS: Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style and curriculum or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.