• Class: Primary 3
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 9
  • Age: 8 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: National Values Education
  • Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
  • Topic: Respect For Constituted Authority
  • Content: Meaning Of Constituted Authority, respect for constituted Authority e.g office of the president, governor, chairman e.t.c

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

  • Cognitive Domain:
  • Define the term “Constituted Authority.”
  • List two ways of showing respect for Constituted Authority.
  • Affective Domain:
  • Discuss the importance of respecting Constituted Authority.
  • Psychomotor Domain:
  • Demonstrate respectful behavior towards symbols of Constituted Authority.
  • Social Domain:
  • Participate in a class discussion on the concept of Constituted Authority.

Reference Materials:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information
  • Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

  • Chart or images representing symbols of authority
  • Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding and respecting Constituted Authority are crucial for fostering good citizenship, social harmony, and effective governance.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of authority figures in their community.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Respect For Constituted Authority

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeachers ActivityPupils ActivityLearning Point
Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestion and AnswerInitiate a discussion on authority figures.Respond to questions and share their thoughts.Understand the concept of Constituted Authority.
Meaning of Constituted Authority 10 minsExplanationConceptual MappingDefine and discuss Constituted Authority.Listen attentively and participate in the discussion.Define Constituted Authority.
Ways of Showing Respect 5 minsDiscussionGroup DiscussionGuide pupils in listing ways to show respect for Constituted Authority.Discuss in groups and come up with ideas.List ways of showing respect for Constituted Authority.
Demonstrating Respect 5 minsDemonstrationModelingDemonstrate respectful behavior towards symbols of authority.Imitate the demonstrated behavior.Understand how to demonstrate respect for authority.
Class Discussion 5 minsGroup ActivityGroup DiscussionInitiate a class discussion on the importance of respecting Constituted Authority.Participate actively in the discussion.Discuss the importance of respecting Constituted Authority.
Note taking 5 minsWriting Note-TakingProvide a summary for note-taking.Take notes on the key points.Have notes on the Meaning of Constituted Authority.
Evaluation 3 minsQuestion and AnswerQuizAsk questions related to the specific objectives.Answer quiz questions individually.Assess understanding of the topic and objectives.
Conclusion 2 minsRecapSummarySummarize the key points and importance of the lesson.Share one thing they’ve learned.Reinforce the importance of respecting Constituted Authority.

Classroom Note:
Constituted Authority:

Constituted Authority refers to individuals or offices granted power and responsibility by the law or community to make decisions and enforce laws.

Ways of showing respect for Constituted Authority:

  1. Obeying laws and rules.
  2. Using appropriate titles when addressing authority figures.
  3. Participating respectfully in discussions about authority.
  4. Following established protocols in official settings.
  5. Displaying symbols of authority with honor.

Evaluation:

  1. What does Constituted Authority mean?
  2. List two ways to show respect for Constituted Authority.

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.