- Class: Primary 5
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 4
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Security Education
- Previous Lesson: Roles of Security Agents
- Topic: Roles of Elders in Maintaining Security
- Content: Roles of Elders in Maintaining Security in the Neighborhood
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify and explain at least three roles of elders in maintaining security in the neighborhood.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of elders in ensuring the safety of their community.
- Psychomotor Domain: Role-play scenarios where elders take action to maintain security.
- Social Domain: Demonstrate respect and cooperation with elders in security-related matters.
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 ResearchGate – Assessing the Role of Elders in Preserving Peace and Security
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of elders in various security roles
- A short video clip showing elders contributing to community security
- Chart showing the roles of elders in maintaining security
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the roles of elders in maintaining security is crucial for fostering a safe and harmonious community. Pupils need to learn how elders contribute to neighborhood safety so that they can respect and support these efforts.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are familiar with the general roles of security agents and have a basic understanding of community safety measures.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Roles of Elders in Maintaining Security
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 Set induction | 5 minutes | Discussion | Question and Answer | The teacher asks pupils about the roles of security agents and introduces the topic by explaining the importance of elders in maintaining security. | Pupils respond to the teacher’s questions and listen attentively. | Pupils understand the importance of elders in community security. |
| Step 2: Explanation of Roles | 10 minutes | Lecture | Use of Instructional Materials | The teacher explains the specific roles of elders in maintaining security, using pictures and a video clip. | Pupils watch the video and view the pictures while taking notes. | Pupils identify and understand the roles of elders in maintaining security. |
| Step 3: Discussion | 7 minutes | Group Discussion | Cooperative Learning | The teacher divides the class into small groups to discuss how elders contribute to security in their neighborhood. | Pupils discuss in their groups and share examples from their community. | Pupils appreciate the active role of elders in maintaining security. |
| Step 4: Role-Play | 10 minutes | Demonstration | Interactive Session | The teacher organizes a role-play activity where pupils act out scenarios of elders maintaining security. | Pupils participate in the role-play, showing different security roles elders play. | Pupils develop practical understanding and respect for elders’ roles. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 minutes | Direct Instruction | Guided Writing | The teacher guides pupils to copy the classroom note into their exercise books. | Pupils write down the notes as directed by the teacher. | Pupils reinforce their understanding of the topic by taking notes. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 minutes | Questioning | Formative Assessment | The teacher asks evaluation questions to assess pupils’ understanding. | Pupils answer the questions orally or in writing. | Pupils demonstrate comprehension of the lesson objectives. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 5 minutes | Summary | Recap | The teacher summarizes the lesson and emphasizes the key points about the roles of elders in maintaining security. | Pupils listen and ask questions if necessary. | Pupils leave with a clear understanding of the lesson. |
Lesson Content
Roles Of Elders In Maintaining Security
Elders play a crucial role in maintaining security within the neighborhood.
- Mediating Conflicts: Elders often act as mediators in disputes within the community, helping to resolve conflicts peacefully without the need for external intervention.
- Providing Guidance: They offer guidance to younger members of the community, advising them on how to avoid dangerous situations and live harmoniously with others.
- Community Surveillance: Elders are vigilant in monitoring the activities within the neighborhood, reporting any suspicious behavior to the appropriate authorities.
- Organizing Security Meetings: They help in organizing and leading community security meetings, where issues concerning neighborhood safety are discussed and addressed.
- Supporting Security Agencies: Elders often collaborate with local security agencies by providing vital information and helping to enforce local security measures.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- List three roles of elders in maintaining security in the neighborhood.
- Explain why elders are important in community security.
- Describe a situation where an elder helped to resolve a conflict in your neighborhood.
- Discuss how you can support elders in maintaining security.
