Characteristics of Good Governance Civic Education Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Civic Education Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Subject: Civic Education

Class: Primary 4

Term: First Term

Week: 4

Age: 8 years

Topic: Characteristics of Good Governance

Sub-topic: Openness/Transparency, Freedom of Speech, Sincerity, Provision of Jobs

Duration: 40 minutes

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

Outline the characteristics of good governance.
Brainstorm as a class on the characteristics of good governance.
Itemize and describe the characteristics of good governance in pairs.
Explain the characteristics of good governance.
Demonstrate some of the characteristics of good governance.

Keywords: Good Governance, Openness, Freedom of Speech, Sincerity, Job Provision

Set Induction: Begin by discussing with pupils what makes a community or government run smoothly and fairly, leading into the concept of good governance.

Entry Behavior: Pupils are familiar with the governance structure from the previous lesson.

Learning Resources and Materials:

Flashcards with the characteristics of good governance.
Chalkboard and chalk for writing key points.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Review the three arms of government discussed in the previous lesson, connecting how good governance involves ensuring that these arms function effectively and fairly.

Embedded Core Skills:

Critical thinking
Collaboration
Civic responsibility

Learning Materials:

Lagos State Scheme of Work
Civic Education textbooks

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 4
Civic Education textbooks

Content

Characteristics of Good Governance:

Openness/Transparency:
- Openness, also known as transparency, means that the government’s actions and decisions are made in a way that is clear and open to the public. It involves sharing information and allowing citizens to see how decisions are made.
Freedom of Speech:
- Freedom of speech is the right of people to express their opinions and ideas without fear of punishment. In a society with good governance, people are allowed to speak freely about their thoughts, including their opinions on how the government is run.
Sincerity:
- Sincerity in governance means that leaders are honest and truthful in their actions and decisions. They work for the good of the people and do not deceive or lie to the public.
Provision of Jobs:
- Good governance includes creating opportunities for people to work. The government provides jobs or helps to create an environment where businesses can grow and offer employment to the people.

Evaluation:

_______ in governance means being open and sharing information with the public.
a) Transparency
b) Secrecy
c) Corruption
d) Avoidance
_______ is the right to express opinions without fear.
a) Freedom of speech
b) Silence
c) Dictatorship
d) Punishment
Good governance requires _______ from leaders.
a) sincerity
b) dishonesty
c) greed
d) laziness
Creating job opportunities is part of _______.
a) good governance
b) oppression
c) unemployment
d) tax evasion
_______ allows citizens to see how decisions are made.
a) Transparency
b) Confusion
c) Secrecy
d) Chaos
A government that hides information is lacking _______.
a) openness
b) privacy
c) freedom
d) power
People can freely share their opinions because of _______.
a) freedom of speech
b) censorship
c) dictatorship
d) suppression
_______ leaders do not deceive the public.
a) Sincere
b) Dishonest
c) Corrupt
d) Greedy
Providing _______ is a sign of good governance.
a) jobs
b) fines
c) punishments
d) taxes
Good governance ensures that everyone has a chance to work by providing _______.
a) jobs
b) excuses
c) lies
d) chaos
When leaders are honest and work for the people’s good, they show _______.
a) sincerity
b) corruption
c) greed
d) laziness
The government must create an environment for _______ to thrive.
a) businesses
b) crime
c) laziness
d) corruption
_______ means that government actions are visible and understandable to all.
a) Openness
b) Secrecy
c) Ignorance
d) Laziness
_______ allows citizens to question the government’s actions.
a) Freedom of speech
b) Fear
c) Silence
d) Suppression
Honest and truthful actions by the government reflect _______.
a) sincerity
b) dishonesty
c) greed
d) laziness

Class Activity Discussion

What is transparency in governance?
Transparency is the openness of the government in sharing information and making decisions visible to the public.
Why is freedom of speech important in good governance?
Freedom of speech allows people to express their opinions without fear, which is essential for a fair and just society.
What does sincerity mean in governance?
Sincerity means that leaders are honest and truthful in their actions and decisions.
How does good governance relate to job provision?
Good governance involves creating opportunities for people to work and providing jobs for the citizens.
Can you give an example of transparency?
An example of transparency is when the government shares its budget with the public so that everyone can see how money is being spent.
How does freedom of speech help a country?
Freedom of speech helps a country by allowing people to share ideas and opinions, leading to better decisions and policies.
Why is sincerity important in leadership?
Sincerity is important because it builds trust between the leaders and the people they serve.
What role does the government play in job provision?
The government creates an environment where businesses can grow and offer jobs to the people.
How can a government be transparent?
A government can be transparent by sharing information openly and allowing public access to decisions and policies.
What happens when there is no freedom of speech?
When there is no freedom of speech, people cannot share their thoughts, and this can lead to a lack of progress and unfair treatment.
How can leaders show sincerity?
Leaders show sincerity by being honest, keeping promises, and working for the good of the people.
Why is job provision a sign of good governance?
Job provision shows that the government is working to improve the lives of its citizens by providing employment opportunities.
How does transparency benefit citizens?
Transparency benefits citizens by giving them a clear understanding of how the government works and how decisions are made.
What is the connection between sincerity and trust?
Sincerity builds trust because when leaders are honest, people are more likely to believe in and support them.
How does good governance contribute to the economy?
Good governance contributes to the economy by ensuring that there are jobs, fair practices, and a stable environment for businesses to thrive.

Government is the machinery by which the affairs of the people is directed or governed.

Government provides leadership through provision of social amenities and infrastructure. government also sees to the security of the sate.

Types of Government

These are various forms of government. Some of them are:

Traditional government

This is a form of government that is controlled or headed by a traditional ruler. Traditional leaders are the custodians of local traditions and customs. Therefore, their government is based on the traditions and customs of the people of their area. Traditional government or leadership began a long time ago when people began to live together in communities and possess common culture and tradition. Traditional rulers in different parts of our country, Nigeria are known by some titles such as Obi, Eze, Igwe – Igboland

Oba, Baale – Yoruba land

Emir – Hausaland

Before the colonisation of Nigeria by the British, traditional rulers ruled in all parts of the country and had a lot of power. However after the

Presentation

Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic

Review the governance structure discussed in the previous lesson.

Step 2: Introducing the New Topic

Introduce the characteristics of good governance by discussing openness, freedom of speech, sincerity, and job provision.

Step 3: Allowing Pupils to Contribute and Correcting Them as Necessary

Conduct a brainstorming session where pupils in pairs itemize and describe the characteristics of good governance.

Teacher’s Activities

Guide the class in brainstorming and listing the characteristics of good governance.
Facilitate discussions and correct any misunderstandings.
Provide flashcards to pairs of pupils for them to describe the characteristics of good governance.

Learners’ Activities

Participate in the brainstorming session by listing characteristics of good governance.
Work in pairs to itemize and describe the characteristics using flashcards.
Engage in discussions by sharing their understanding of good governance.

Assessment

Have pupils outline and explain the characteristics of good governance.
Ask pupils to demonstrate some characteristics of good governance through role-play or examples.

Evaluation Questions

What does transparency mean in governance?
Why is freedom of speech important in a government?
Can you describe what sincerity means for a leader?
How does good governance relate to providing jobs?
Give an example of how a government can be transparent.
What happens when people do not have freedom of speech?
How can a leader show sincerity in their actions?
Why is job provision important for a country?
How does transparency benefit the public?
What is the relationship between sincerity and trust in governance?
Define traditional government
Mention ten traditional leaders in your community

Conclusion

Mark pupils’ assessments and provide feedback.
Reinforce the importance of good governance and encourage pupils to think about how these characteristics are reflected in their community.

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