- Class: Primary 5
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 3
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Security Education
- Previous Lesson: Security Alert
- Topic: Roles Of Security Agent
- Content: Roles Of Security Agent 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 security agents in their neighborhood.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of security agents in maintaining peace and order in the community.
- Psychomotor Domain: Role-play a scenario where they demonstrate how a security agent would handle a situation in the neighborhood.
- Social Domain: Discuss with peers how they can cooperate with security agents to enhance neighborhood safety.
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 Off Duty Officers – The Top 5 Duties Of A Security Guard
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Chart showing different types of security agents and their roles
- Flashcards with scenarios related to neighborhood security
- Markers and whiteboard
- Role-play costumes
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the roles of security agents in the neighborhood is crucial for pupils as it helps them recognize the importance of these agents in maintaining peace and order. This lesson is relevant in daily life as it encourages pupils to actively engage in community safety and to understand how security agents work to protect them.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are familiar with basic security concepts and have been introduced to the idea of security alerts from the previous lesson.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area: Roles Of Security Agent In The Neighborhood
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 | Interactive | Questioning | Teacher asks pupils what they remember about security from the last lesson and introduces today’s topic. | Pupils respond by recalling previous lesson content. | Pupils recall previous knowledge and prepare for new content. |
| Step 2: Explanation of Roles of Security Agents | 10 minutes | Expository | Visual Aids | Teacher explains different roles of security agents using a chart, emphasizing their importance. | Pupils listen attentively and observe the chart. | Pupils understand the various roles of security agents in the neighborhood. |
| Step 3: Discussion on Importance of Security Agents | 7 minutes | Discussion | Group Work | Teacher leads a discussion on why security agents are vital in the community. | Pupils participate in a discussion, sharing their thoughts and listening to others. | Pupils appreciate the importance of security agents. |
| Step 4: Role-Playing Activity | 8 minutes | Practical | Role Play | Teacher assigns roles and guides pupils to enact scenarios involving security agents. | Pupils engage in role-play, demonstrating how security agents perform their duties. | Pupils develop practical understanding through role-playing. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 minutes | Expository | Direct Instruction | Teacher summarizes the lesson content and guides pupils to take notes. | Pupils copy the notes into their exercise books. | Pupils consolidate their learning through note-taking. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 minutes | Questioning | Oral Q&A | Teacher asks questions to assess pupils’ understanding of the topic. | Pupils answer questions, showing their grasp of the topic. | Teacher evaluates pupils’ comprehension of the lesson. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 minutes | Summarization | Recap | Teacher recaps the key points of the lesson and gives homework related to the topic. | Pupils listen to the summary and note the homework assignment. | Pupils consolidate their learning and prepare for further study. |
Lesson Content
Roles Of Security Agent
Security agents are individuals responsible for maintaining law and order in the community. They play a crucial role in ensuring that everyone in the neighborhood is safe and secure. Such as;
- Patrolling: Security agents regularly patrol the neighborhood to deter criminals and provide a visible presence.
- Responding to Emergencies: They are trained to respond quickly to emergencies such as fires, accidents, or criminal activities.
- Investigating Crimes: Security agents gather information and investigate crimes that occur within the neighborhood to bring offenders to justice.
- Providing Assistance: They help community members in need, such as the elderly or children, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Enforcing Rules and Regulations: Security agents ensure that everyone follows the rules and regulations set by the community or government.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Explain three roles of security agents in the neighborhood.
- Describe why security agents are important in maintaining community peace.
- Role-play a scenario where a security agent responds to an emergency.
- Discuss how pupils can support security agents in keeping their neighborhood safe.
