Gender Discrimination: Meaning, Effects, and Solutions Primary 6

Lesson Plan: Gender Discrimination

Subject: Social Studies

Class: Primary 6

Term: 2nd Term

Week: 5

Age: 10–11 years

Topic: Gender Discrimination

Sub-topics:

Meaning of gender discrimination
Areas where discrimination occurs
Consequences of gender discrimination
Solutions to gender discrimination

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

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

Define gender discrimination.
Identify areas where gender discrimination occurs.
State the consequences of gender discrimination.
Suggest possible solutions to gender discrimination.

Keywords

Gender: The roles, behaviors, and characteristics associated with being male or female.
Discrimination: Unfair treatment of a person or group based on certain factors like gender.
Equality: Treating everyone fairly without favoritism or bias.
Opportunities: Chances to achieve or succeed in life.
Empowerment: Providing individuals with the tools and opportunities to succeed.

Set Induction

Begin the lesson by asking pupils questions like:

“Have you ever heard someone say boys should do this and girls should not?”
“Do you think it is fair to treat boys and girls differently?”
Explain that today’s topic is about gender discrimination, its consequences, and how it can be solved.

Entry Behavior

Pupils are aware of societal roles assigned to males and females in their community.

Learning Resources and Materials

Flashcards showing examples of gender discrimination.
Charts showing areas where boys and girls can equally contribute.
Videos or pictures of both genders participating in various activities.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Ask pupils to recall household chores assigned to boys and girls in their families. Link this to how people sometimes treat boys and girls differently, which is an example of gender discrimination.

Embedded Core Skills

Critical thinking
Communication
Collaboration
Empathy

Reference Books

Lagos State Scheme of Work
Social Studies textbook for Primary 6

Instructional Materials

Charts showing gender equality in education, workplaces, and sports.
Videos of campaigns against gender discrimination.

Content

1. Meaning of Gender Discrimination

Gender discrimination means treating someone unfairly because of their gender, either male or female.

Examples of Gender Discrimination:

Preventing girls from attending school.
Believing that boys are better than girls in certain subjects like mathematics.
Assigning only girls to household chores.

2. Areas Where Discrimination Occurs

Gender discrimination happens in different areas of life, such as:

Education: Boys are sometimes given more opportunities to attend school.
Workplace: Women are often paid less than men for the same job.
Sports: Girls may not be allowed to participate in certain sports.
Family: Boys are sometimes treated better than girls.
Politics: Fewer women are given opportunities to become leaders.

3. Consequences of Gender Discrimination

Gender discrimination affects individuals and society in many ways:

Inequality: It creates an unfair society where one gender is favored over the other.
Lack of Progress: When girls are not educated, the community suffers because they cannot contribute meaningfully.
Poverty: Women and girls may remain poor because they are denied opportunities.
Low Self-Esteem: Discrimination can make people feel unimportant or worthless.
Conflict: Gender discrimination can lead to disagreements in families or communities.

4. Solutions to Gender Discrimination

We can reduce or stop gender discrimination by:

Education: Teach people that boys and girls have equal rights and abilities.
Empowerment: Provide opportunities for both genders to succeed.
Laws: The government should enforce laws that protect the rights of women and girls.
Awareness Campaigns: Use media to educate people about the dangers of discrimination.
Equal Opportunities: Treat boys and girls equally in education, work, and sports.

Evaluation Requirements

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options

Treating someone unfairly because of their gender is called __________.
a) Equality
b) Discrimination
c) Empowerment
d) Opportunity
Answer: b) Discrimination
__________ is an example of gender discrimination.
a) Allowing girls to go to school
b) Preventing boys from doing chores
c) Assigning only boys to school projects
d) Paying both men and women equally
Answer: c) Assigning only boys to school projects
Gender discrimination can happen in the __________.
a) School
b) Workplace
c) Family
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
One solution to gender discrimination is __________.
a) Empowerment
b) Punishment
c) Ignorance
d) Avoidance
Answer: a) Empowerment
Girls may remain poor due to lack of __________.
a) Education
b) Food
c) Friends
d) Sports
Answer: a) Education
Gender discrimination causes __________ in society.
a) Equality
b) Inequality
c) Progress
d) Unity
Answer: b) Inequality
__________ are often paid less for doing the same job.
a) Women
b) Men
c) Children
d) Teachers
Answer: a) Women
Gender discrimination can lead to __________ in families.
a) Harmony
b) Conflict
c) Progress
d) Unity
Answer: b) Conflict
A way to reduce gender discrimination is to __________ boys and girls equally.
a) Educate
b) Discriminate
c) Ignore
d) Punish
Answer: a) Educate
A lack of education for girls results in __________ for the community.
a) Progress
b) Success
c) Backwardness
d) Equality
Answer: c) Backwardness

Class Activity Discussion

What is gender discrimination?
Name two areas where gender discrimination occurs.
State one consequence of gender discrimination.
Suggest one way to solve gender discrimination.
Why is it important to educate both boys and girls?

Teacher’s and Learners’ Activities

Teacher’s Activities:

Explain the meaning of gender discrimination.
Use charts to identify areas where gender discrimination occurs.
Lead discussions on solutions to gender discrimination.

Learners’ Activities:

Participate in discussions about the meaning of gender discrimination.
Share examples of discrimination they have witnessed or heard about.
Suggest ways to promote equality in their communities.

Assessment Questions

Define gender discrimination.
List three areas where gender discrimination occurs.
Mention two consequences of gender discrimination.
What are two solutions to gender discrimination?
Why is empowerment important in solving gender discrimination?
What does gender equality mean?
How does education help reduce gender discrimination?
What role can the government play in reducing discrimination?
Mention one effect of discrimination on self-esteem.
Why should both boys and girls have equal opportunities?

Conclusion

The teacher will review the meaning, causes, consequences, and solutions to gender discrimination. Pupils will answer oral questions, and the teacher will provide feedback to encourage further understanding.