- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 2nd Term
- Week: 5
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: National Values Education
- Curriculum Theme: Social Studies
- Previous Lesson: Social And Moral Responsibilities Of Bachelors And Spinsters In Courtship
- Topic: Meaning Of Foreign Culture
- Content: Meaning Of Foreign Culture, Examples Of Foreign Cultures, Effects Of Foreign Culture On Society
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Define foreign culture and identify examples in their environment.
- Affective Domain: Explain how foreign culture influences their behavior and lifestyle.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate an example of a foreign cultural practice (e.g., greetings, dressing).
- Social Domain: Discuss how people should embrace or reject certain foreign cultures in their community.
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: IGI Global – What is ‘Foreign’ Cultures
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of people practicing different foreign cultures (e.g., foreign food, dressing, greetings)
- Videos or charts showing examples of foreign culture
- Flashcards with images of traditional and foreign cultures
Rationale for the Lesson
Foreign culture plays a significant role in shaping how people live, dress, speak, and behave. Understanding foreign culture helps pupils appreciate diversity, adopt beneficial aspects, and avoid harmful influences.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils are familiar with their local culture and traditions, including native dressing, food, and greetings. They have also seen or experienced some foreign cultural elements in their community or school.
Lesson Content
Meaning Of Foreign Culture
Foreign culture refers to the customs, traditions, values, and lifestyle of people from other countries that differ from one’s own culture. It includes language, dressing, food, greetings, and entertainment.
Examples Of Foreign Culture
- Western cultures for example, American and European
- Eastern culture for example, Arabic
- Oriental culture for example, Chinese, Japanese and people from
other Asian countries.
Effects Of Foreign Culture On Society
- Positive Effects: Encourages cultural exchange, promotes education, and improves lifestyle.
- Negative Effects: Can lead to loss of local traditions and promote unhealthy habits.
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 | Discussion | The teacher asks pupils about their native culture and customs. | Pupils respond by describing their local culture. | Culture is unique to different people. |
| Step 2: Explanation of Foreign Culture | 10 mins | Expository | Storytelling | The teacher explains foreign culture and gives real-life examples. | Pupils listen attentively and take notes. | Foreign culture includes food, dressing, language, etc. |
| Step 3: Examples of Foreign Culture | 10 mins | Guided Inquiry | Use of Pictures & Videos | The teacher shows pictures of foreign cultural practices and discusses them. | Pupils observe, describe, and relate to what they see. | Foreign culture exists in different forms. |
| Step 4: Effects of Foreign Culture | 5 mins | Interactive | Think-Pair-Share | The teacher asks pupils to discuss in pairs how foreign culture has affected their lifestyle. | Pupils share their thoughts in pairs and with the class. | Foreign culture has both positive and negative effects. |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 mins | Demonstration | Copying | The teacher dictates the lesson note for pupils to copy. | Pupils write down the key points. | Writing reinforces learning. |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 mins | Questioning | Oral Assessment | The teacher asks pupils to mention examples of foreign culture. | Pupils answer questions based on the lesson. | Assessment checks understanding. |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 mins | Summary | Recap | The teacher summarizes key points and encourages pupils to appreciate good aspects of foreign culture. | Pupils listen and ask final questions. | Cultural awareness is important. |
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define foreign culture.
- Mention two examples of foreign culture.
- Explain two positive effects of foreign culture.
- State one negative effect of foreign culture.
- Give an example of how they have personally experienced foreign culture.
Differentiation
- For fast learners: They will explain in detail how foreign culture has influenced their family or community.
- For slow learners: They will list examples of foreign culture with the help of picture aids.
Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan
Encourage pupils to appreciate their own culture while embracing positive aspects of foreign culture. Use relatable examples from their environment to make the lesson interactive. Happy teaching!
