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.

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Roles Of Elders In Maintaining Security (Primary 5)