- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 8
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: History
- Previous Lesson: Civilian Leaders: Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Muhammadu Buhari
- Topic: Formation Of Political Parties
- Content: Formation Of Political Parties
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Explain the meaning of political parties and their formation in Nigeria.
- Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of political parties in democracy.
- Psychomotor domain: Create a simple chart showing major political parties in Nigeria and their founding years.
- Social domain: Work cooperatively in groups to discuss the formation of political parties.
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: Mondaq – How To Form A Political Party In Nigeria
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- A Nigerian political history chart
- Pictures of founding members of major political parties
- Flashcards for group activities
- A whiteboard and marker
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding the formation of political parties helps pupils appreciate their role in democratic governance. This knowledge builds awareness of civic responsibilities and historical context.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils already know about past civilian leaders and their contributions to Nigeria’s development.
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 know what a political party is. Relates to civilian leaders. | Respond to questions and share ideas. | Pupils recall prior knowledge of governance. |
| Step 2: Definition and Importance | 10 mins | Discussion | Explanation | Explains what political parties are and their importance in democracy. | Listen attentively and ask questions. | Pupils understand the meaning and relevance of political parties. |
| Step 3: Formation Stages | 10 mins | Lecture | Guided analysis | Describes the stages of forming a political party in Nigeria. | Take notes and analyze the stages. | Pupils understand the process of political party formation. |
| Step 4: Group Activity | 7 mins | Activity-based | Collaborative learning | Guides pupils to create charts of political parties and their founding years. | Work in groups to complete the charts. | Pupils apply learning to create visual aids about political parties. |
| Step 5: Note-taking | 3 mins | Explanation | Direct instruction | Writes a summary of the formation process on the board. | Copy the note into their books. | Pupils consolidate their understanding through note-taking. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Questioning | Interactive discussion | Asks pupils questions to assess comprehension. | Answer the teacher’s questions. | Pupils demonstrate understanding of the topic. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Recap | Summarization | Recaps key points and links to next topic on political ideologies. | Listen and prepare for the next lesson. | Pupils consolidate learning and anticipate subsequent lessons. |
Lesson Content
Formation Of Political Parties
Political parties are groups of people with shared ideas who come together to contest elections and govern. Political parties are formed when a group of people with shared ideas and goals come together to participate in governance and serve the people. Below are some steps involved in forming political parties:
- Shared Vision: A group of people must share common beliefs about how the country should be governed. This means they agree on issues like education, healthcare, security, and the economy.
- Name and Symbol: The group chooses a unique name and a symbol to represent their party. For example, some parties use symbols like a broom, an umbrella, or a tree. This helps people identify the party during elections.
- Registration: The group must register their political party with the government body responsible for elections, such as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria.
- Party Constitution: They create rules and guidelines for how the party will operate. This includes details about leadership, membership, and how to select candidates for elections.
- Membership Drive: The party invites people to join by sharing their ideas and plans for improving the country. This means convincing others to believe in their vision.
- Funding: Political parties raise money to carry out activities like campaigns and organizing meetings.
- Election Participation: After registration, the party can participate in elections by presenting candidates for positions like president, governor, or senator.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define a political party.
- Mention two reasons why political parties are important in democracy.
- Explain the stages involved in the formation of political parties.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Focus on keeping the lesson interactive by encouraging pupils to share their thoughts and ideas. Use visual aids effectively to engage pupils. Happy teaching!
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