- Class: Primary 5
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 8
- Age: 10 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Meaning and Importance of Employment
- Topic: Meaning of Wages and Income
- Content: Definition of wage, Definition of income, Other methods of rewarding or compensating workers (e.g., bonus, gratuity, pension, commission, and allowances).
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain: Define wages and income, and list other methods of compensating workers.
Affective Domain: Explain the importance of wages and income in workers’ lives.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate a role-play activity showing payment of wages.
Social Domain: Discuss how fair payment promotes good relationships in the workplace.
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: Insee – Wage income – Definition
- Relevant Textbooks.
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Charts illustrating types of wages and income.
- Flashcards showing methods of compensating workers.
- A sample payroll sheet.
- Whiteboard and markers.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding wages and income is essential as it helps pupils recognize the value of work and how workers are compensated, promoting financial awareness and respect for labor.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about the importance of employment and understand that work provides financial and social benefits.
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 if they have seen parents or workers receive money for work. | Respond to questions with examples. | Introduce the concept of wages and income. |
| Step 2: Explanation of Wages and Income | 10 mins | Expository | Use of charts | Explains the meaning of wages and income using examples and charts. | Listen attentively and take notes. | Wages and income are payments for work done. |
| Step 3: Other Methods of Compensation | 10 mins | Demonstration | Use of flashcards | Discusses and shows flashcards for bonus, gratuity, commission, and pension. | Observe, listen, and ask questions. | Workers can be rewarded in multiple ways. |
| Step 4: Role Play Activity | 7 mins | Participatory | Group work | Guides pupils to role-play a wage payment scenario. | Act out roles of workers and payers. | Payment systems are crucial in workplaces. |
| Step 5: Note-Taking | 5 mins | Guided instruction | Writing | Instructs pupils to copy notes from the board. | Copy notes into their notebooks. | Consolidates knowledge through writing. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 2 mins | Oral questioning | Feedback session | Asks evaluative questions based on the lesson. | Respond orally to the questions. | Checks pupils’ understanding. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 1 min | Summary discussion | Reinforcement | Summarizes key points and highlights the importance of the topic. | Listen attentively. | Wages and income sustain workers and families. |
Lesson Content
Meaning of Wages and Income
Wages are the money paid to workers for the work they do, usually on a daily or weekly basis. Income is the total money a person earns, including wages and other sources like bonuses or allowances.
Other Methods of Rewarding Workers
- Bonus: Extra money given for good performance.
- Gratuity: A lump sum paid after retirement or long service.
- Pension: Regular payments after retirement.
- Commission: A percentage of sales earned by salespeople.
- Allowances: Money given for specific purposes, like transport or housing.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define wages and income.
- Mention two differences between wages and income.
- List five methods of rewarding workers.
- Explain why bonuses are important in motivating workers.
- Role-play a situation where a worker is paid their wages.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Ensure that the flashcards and charts are prepared in advance. Encourage active participation during role-play activities to reinforce understanding. Relate examples to pupils’ everyday lives for better comprehension. Happy teaching!
