- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 9
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: History
- Previous Lesson: Formation Of Political Parties
- Topic: Conduct Of Election In Nigeria
- Content: Registration of voters, Campaign, Inauguration of elected leaders
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Explain the key processes in the conduct of an election in Nigeria.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of free and fair elections.
- Psychomotor Domain: Identify and organize the steps involved in the electoral process.
- Social Domain: Discuss the role of citizens in promoting credible elections.
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: The ICIR – How elections are conducted in Nigeria | The ICIR
- Relevant Textbooks.
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A diagram of the electoral process in Nigeria.
- Election ballot sample.
- Posters of past election campaigns.
- A multimedia presentation showing an election process.
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the conduct of elections helps pupils appreciate their roles as future voters, understand the democratic process, and encourage civic participation.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have basic knowledge of political parties and their formation, which will aid their understanding of elections as the next step in democracy.
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 | Questioning and Dialogue | Ask pupils if they’ve witnessed elections and their knowledge of it. | Respond to questions and share ideas. | Pupils recall prior knowledge of elections. |
| Step 2: Registration of Voters | 7 mins | Explanatory | Direct Instruction | Explain how voters register before an election and display a sample voter card. | Listen attentively and observe the card. | Pupils understand voter registration as the first step. |
| Step 3: Campaign Period | 8 mins | Discussion | Multimedia Presentation | Show campaign posters and explain their significance in educating voters. | Observe posters and discuss their impressions. | Pupils understand the role of campaigns in elections. |
| Step 4: Voting and Collation | 10 mins | Explanatory | Demonstration | Demonstrate voting using a ballot sample and explain how votes are counted. | Participate in the mock voting process. | Pupils learn how voting and collation are conducted. |
| Step 5: Inauguration of Leaders | 5 mins | Explanatory | Storytelling | Narrate how elected leaders take an oath of office and begin duties. | Listen and ask questions. | Pupils understand the final step of the electoral process. |
| Note-taking | 3 mins | Guided Writing | Notetaking | Guide pupils to write key points from the lesson. | Write notes in their exercise books. | Pupils summarize the topic in writing. |
| Evaluation and Conclusion | 2 mins | Questioning | Discussion | Ask key questions about the process of elections in Nigeria. | Respond to evaluation questions. | Pupils review their understanding of the topic. |
Lesson Content
Conduct of Election in Nigeria
The concept of conducting elections in Nigeria refers to the organized process by which citizens choose their leaders in a fair and democratic way. This process ensures that everyone has a chance to participate in decision-making by voting. The key steps include:
- Registration of Voters: Citizens of voting age register their names with the electoral commission. This ensures they can participate in elections.
- Campaign Period: Political parties and candidates present their ideas and plans to the electorate, asking for votes.
- Voting and Collation: On election day, registered voters cast their votes. Votes are then counted and the results collated.
- Inauguration of Elected Leaders: Winners are officially sworn into office to begin their duties. This completes the electoral process.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- What is the first step in the electoral process?
- Why is the campaign period important?
- Explain what happens on election day.
- What is the purpose of voter registration?
- How are elected leaders inaugurated?
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage pupils to relate the electoral process to real-life experiences they may have witnessed in their communities. Use multimedia aids effectively to make the lesson more engaging. Happy teaching!
