External Influence On Nigerian Family Life: Meaning (Primary 6)

• Class: Primary 6

• Term: 1st Term

• Week: 3

• Age: 11 years

• Duration: 40 minutes

• Subject: National Value Education

• Curriculum Theme: Social Studies

• Previous Lesson: Features That Makes Living Together Peaceful

• Topic: External Influence On Nigerian Family Life

• Content: Meaning of external influence; influence of religions on Nigerian family life.

Performance Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain:

• Define external influence and identify 5 external influences on Nigerian family life.

Affective Domain:

• Express feelings about how these influences shape the values within their families.

Psychomotor Domain:

• Demonstrate understanding by role-playing how religion influences family life in Nigeria.

Social Domain:

• Discuss the impact of external influences on family interactions and decision-making.

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 federal ministry of education – External Influences on Nigerian Family Life 2 – Inspire
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• A chart illustrating the influences on family life
• Pictures showing different religious practices
• A whiteboard and marker for note-taking
• Relevant textbooks

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding external influences on Nigerian family life is important because these influences shape cultural values, social practices, and everyday decisions within families. This knowledge will help pupils understand the world around them and how different factors affect their family dynamics.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils are familiar with the peaceful features of living together, which prepares them to understand how external factors affect family life.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Learning Area: External Influence on Nigerian Family Life

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Lesson Content

External Influence on Nigerian Family Life

External influence on Nigerian Family Life refers to factors from outside the family that affect how families live and make decisions. These influences come from different aspects of life such as religion, culture, and media.

Examples of External Influence on Nigerian Family Life

1. Language: The use of English and foreign languages reduces the use of indigenous languages, especially among younger generations.
2. Family System: The traditional extended family structure is gradually being replaced by nuclear families, influenced by Western family systems and urban living.
3. Behavior Patterns: Nigerian families are adopting behaviors from other cultures, such as informal greetings and Western-style celebrations like birthdays.
4. Lifestyle Changes: Global trends have led families to engage more with foreign TV shows, social media, and recreational habits.
5. Fashion/Dressing: Traditional clothing is now often reserved for special occasions, while Western-style clothing has become common for daily wear, especially in urban areas.
6. Work/Occupation: Many Nigerian families now value careers in fields like IT, finance, law, medcine and international business, influenced by global economic trends, rather than traditional occupations like farming.
7. Food: Foreign cuisines have impacted Nigerian diets, with fast food, processed foods, and dishes like pizza and pasta becoming common alongside traditional meals.
8. Communication: Modern technologies like smartphones and social media have changed how families communicate, reducing face-to-face interactions and increasing digital communication.

Influence of Religion on Nigerian Family Life

Religion significantly impacts various aspects of Nigerian family life, in areas such as:

1. Marriage and Family Structure: Religious teachings shape family structures and marriage norms, with Christianity and Islam often encouraging monogamy.
2. Moral Values: Religion influences moral values, guiding child-rearing, work ethics, and personal conduct, emphasizing respect, discipline, and community service.
3. Festivals and Rituals: Religious events like Christmas, Easter, and Eid al-Fitr shape family celebrations, bonding, and milestones.
4. Daily Practices: Daily religious rituals, such as prayer times for Muslims and family devotion for Christians, influence daily routines and religious discipline.
5. Decision-Making: Important decisions, such as marriage and career choices, are often guided by religious principles and advice from religious leaders.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. Define external influence.
2. List five external influences on Nigerian family life.
3. Explain how religion affects family life.
4. Give one example of how media influences decisions in families.
5. Discuss how culture influences the way families in Nigeria live.