- Class: Primary 5
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 2
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Civic Education
- Previous Lesson: Benefits Of Good Leadership
- Topic: Problems And Consequences Of Bad Leadership
- Content: Problems/consequences of bad leadership
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Identify at least three problems of bad leadership.
- Affective domain: Explain how bad leadership affects people’s emotions and values.
- Psychomotor domain: Role-play a scenario demonstrating a consequence of bad leadership.
- Social domain: Suggest ways to promote good leadership in the community.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9–Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from: Pixonality – The six consequences of poor leadership
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A chart showing the effects of bad leadership.
- Flashcards with scenarios of good and bad leadership.
- Audio clips illustrating consequences of bad leadership.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the problems and consequences of bad leadership helps pupils recognize its impact on society and encourages them to adopt positive leadership qualities.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about the benefits of good leadership and can identify traits of a good leader.
Instructional Procedures
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Set induction | Question and Answer | Asks pupils what they know about leadership. | Respond with their ideas about leadership. | Leadership affects society. |
| Step 2: Problems of Bad Leadership | 10 mins | Explanation | Illustrative Discussion | Lists and explains problems of bad leadership. | Listen attentively and ask questions. | Bad leadership creates societal problems. |
| Step 3: Consequences of Bad Leadership | 10 mins | Visual and Audio Aids | Scenario Demonstration | Uses charts and clips to explain consequences. | Observe and discuss examples. | Bad leadership harms progress. |
| Step 4: Role-playing | 5 mins | Role-play | Group Work | Guides pupils in acting out scenarios. | Perform assigned roles in the activity. | Understanding the effects practically. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 mins | Writing | Individual Work | Guides pupils in writing lesson notes. | Copy notes neatly into their books. | Retention of key information. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Oral Questions | Assessment | Asks questions to check understanding. | Answer questions orally. | Consolidating understanding. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Reflection | Summarizes the lesson and gives advice. | Share their thoughts and ask questions. | Reinforcement of knowledge. |
Lesson Content
Problems And Consequences Of Bad Leadership
Bad leadership happens when leaders lack good values, make selfish decisions, or fail to guide their followers well.
Problems of Bad Leadership:
- Poor decision-making leads to conflicts.
- Lack of trust between leaders and followers.
- Corruption and misuse of resources.
- Division within communities or organizations.
- Slow progress or complete failure of projects.
Consequences of Bad Leadership:
- Loss of Trust: People stop believing in leaders.
- Economic Downturn: Poor decisions lead to financial issues.
- Social Unrest: Bad leadership causes protests and conflicts.
- Moral Decline: People copy bad behaviors of leaders.
- Poor Development: Lack of proper direction hampers growth.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define bad leadership.
- Mention three problems of bad leadership.
- List five consequences of bad leadership.
- Role-play a situation showing the effect of bad leadership.
- Suggest one way to avoid bad leadership in the community.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Use real-life examples and relatable scenarios to make the lesson engaging. Encourage pupils to discuss freely and guide them toward positive leadership values. Happy teaching!
