Lesson Plan on Meaning & Components of Civic Education ( Basic 3)

Class: Primary 3

Term: 1st Term

Week: 1

Age: 8 years

Period:

Duration: 40 minutes

Date:

Subject: National Values Education

Curriculum Theme: Civic Education

Topic: CIVIC EDUCATION

Content:

• Meaning of civic education
• Components of civic education
• Nationality
• Rights and duties
• Democratic practices
• Community values

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

• Define civic education.
• Mention the components of civic education.
• Define Nationality.
• Define rights (in regards to nationality) and mention 3 rights of citizens.
• Define duties of a citizen and mention 3 duties of citizens.
• Define democratic practices and list examples.
• Define community values and list 2 examples of community values.

Reference Materials:

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks (List your relevant textbook here)

Instructional Materials:

• Whiteboard and markers
• Charts displaying civic education components, rights, duties, democratic practices, and community values
• Handouts with relevant information
• Visual aids depicting democratic practices and community values

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding civic education is crucial for pupils as it imparts knowledge about their roles and responsibilities as citizens. This knowledge fosters active participation in society, promoting good citizenship.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils should have a basic understanding of their country and its system of government.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Civic Education

Note to Pupils:

Civic Education

Civic education is the study of the duties and rights of citizens of a country. It teaches individuals about their rights, helps us understand how the government works and how we can contribute to our country and make it a better place for everyone.

Components of Civic Education

Civic education has different parts. they include:

Nationality

This is the right of belonging to a country. it teaches us about being a Nigerian and what it means to belong to our country, it includes;

1. Being a Nigerian citizen.
2. Having a Nigerian passport.
3. Pledging allegiance to Nigeria.

Rights and Duties

The rights of a citizens are does things the laws of the counntry allows its citizens to do, while duties are the things the law prescribes for the citizens to do. As citizens, we have rights (things we can do) and duties (things we should do) to Nigeria. They include;

Rights:

1. The right to express your opinions freely (freedom of speech).
2. The right to practice your religion.
3. The right to a fair trial.
4. The right to a clean and safe environment.
5. The right to access healthcare and education.
6. The right to equal treatment regardless of your gender, race, or religion.

Duties:

1. Obeying the law, rules and regulations.
2. help keep our environment clean.
3. Paying your taxes to support government services.
4. Volunteering in your community to help others.
5. Reporting crimes or suspicious activities to law enforcement.
6. Respecting the property and belongings of others.
7. Participating in local elections and voting for your representatives.

Democratic Practices

This is a system where we get to choose our leaders and have a say in how our country is run. It’s like when you vote for your class monitor. These include;

1. Voting in national elections.
2. Running for political office.
3. Human Rights
4. Participating in peaceful protests.
5. Patriotism: Th love for one’s country.

Community & Social Values

Values are beliefs about what is right, what is wrong and what is important in life. Every community has its own values. These are like our school rules. We learn to be honest, share, and be kind to others. These values include;

1. Honesty in interactions.
2. Respecting the environment.
3. Showing kindness to others.
4. Sharing resources and knowledge.
5. Obedience
6. Self-Reliance
7. Cooperation

Healthy Competition

Healthy competition is the component of civic education that guides people to know that they can compete with others without conflict. It is essential for peaceful co-existence.

Academic Freedom

Academic freedom allows students to choose their careers and allows teachers to freely impart knowledge in any part of the country without molestation or treat to their lives.

By learning about civic education, we become better citizens, and we can help Nigeria grow and become an even better place for all of us.

Evaluation:

1. What is civic education, and why is it important?
2. List three components of civic education.
3. Mention two rights and duties of citizens.
4. Provide one example of a democratic practice.
5. Name one community value.

Teaching Aids:

• Charts displaying civic education components, rights, duties, democratic practices, and community values
• Handouts with relevant information
• Visual aids depicting democratic practices and community values

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources. Engage students actively and encourage participation to enhance their understanding of civic education.