- Class: Primary 5
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 2
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Meaning Of Leadership
- Topic: Meaning And Importance Of Organisation And Cooperation
- Content: Definition of organisation, definition of cooperation, importance of organisation and cooperation in the family, at school, in the nation, and every other place.
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Define organisation and cooperation.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of organisation and cooperation in daily life.
- Psychomotor Domain: Illustrate how cooperation can be applied in a group activity.
- Social Domain: Demonstrate teamwork by cooperating with peers during classroom activities.
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: Wikipedia – Organization
- Relevant Textbooks.
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A chart illustrating organised and disorganised scenarios.
- Flashcards with examples of cooperation in daily life.
- Pictures showing teamwork in a family, school, and community.
- A whiteboard and markers.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding organisation and cooperation helps pupils develop essential life skills for achieving goals efficiently, fostering teamwork, and creating harmonious relationships in all aspects of life.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about leadership and understand the importance of working together under a leader to achieve common goals.
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 | Interactive discussion | Asks pupils about group activities they have participated in and how they worked together. | Share their experiences about group activities. | Organisation and cooperation are important. |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 mins | Lecture | Concept clarification | Defines organisation and cooperation, explaining with examples in daily life. | Listen and ask questions for clarification. | Organisation means structure; cooperation means teamwork. |
| Step 3: Class Activity | 10 mins | Group Activity | Experiential learning | Divides the class into groups to solve a puzzle using teamwork and organisation. | Work in groups to complete the puzzle. | Organisation and cooperation lead to success. |
| Step 4: Note Taking | 5 mins | Note dictation | Reinforcement | Guides pupils to copy notes on organisation and cooperation from the board. | Copy the notes into their books. | Pupils summarise the key points of the lesson. |
| Step 5: Evaluation | 5 mins | Questioning | Assessment | Asks questions to evaluate understanding of the topic. | Answer the teacher’s questions. | Assessment reinforces understanding. |
| Step 6: Conclusion | 5 mins | Summary | Reflective questioning | Summarises the lesson and links organisation and cooperation to success in real life. | Reflect on how they will apply organisation and cooperation. | Organisation and cooperation are beneficial. |
Lesson Content
Meaning And Importance Of Organisation and Cooperation
Organisation refers to the arrangement of things or people in a structured way to achieve a goal. Cooperation means working together with others to achieve a common purpose.
Importance of Organisation:
- Makes work easier and faster.
- Helps achieve goals effectively.
- Promotes discipline and orderliness.
- Reduces confusion and misunderstandings.
- Ensures proper resource management.
Importance of Cooperation:
- Encourages teamwork and unity.
- Builds stronger relationships.
- Resolves conflicts effectively.
- Helps in achieving collective goals.
- Promotes mutual respect and understanding.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define organisation and cooperation.
- Mention two differences between organisation and cooperation.
- List three importance of organisation.
- State two benefits of cooperation in the family.
- Explain how cooperation can help achieve success in school.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage active participation by asking pupils to share personal experiences about organisation and cooperation. Use relatable examples to make the lesson engaging. Happy teaching!
