NATIONAL VALUES THAT BUILD UP A NATION 

 

FIRST TERM E-LEARNING NOTE

 

SUBJECT: CIVIC EDUCATION

 

CLASS: JSS 1

 

TOPIC : NATIONAL VALUES

 

TERM : FIRST TERM 

 

WEEK : WEEK 1 & 2

 

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE : Pupils have previous knowledge of some civic education topics that have been taught in their various previous classes

 

BEHAVIUORAL OBJECTIVES :

At the end of the lesson , pupils should be able to

• Mention some national values that build up a nation
• describe what these national values are
• write out examples of National values
• say what every Nigerian must do to lift up this great nation of ours

 

 

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS :

• Wall charts
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards

METHODS OF TEACHING :

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

 

REFERENCE MATERIALS :

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
• Workbooks

 

 

 

CONTENT :

NATIONAL VALUES

There are many values that can contribute to the strength and unity of a nation. Some examples include:

1. Patriotism: love and loyalty to one’s country
2. Respect for the rule of law: upholding laws and regulations that govern the country
3. Respect for diversity: acknowledging and valuing the differences within a society
4. Responsibility: taking ownership of one’s actions and their impact on the community
5. Honesty: being truthful and trustworthy
6. Fairness: treating others with impartiality and justice
7. Hard work: persevering and striving for excellence
8. Compassion: showing empathy and concern for others
9. Courage: standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity
10. Perseverance: continuing to pursue goals despite obstacles or setbacks.

MEANING

The word, values, has so many meanings depending on the context it is used. When used in relation to Civic Education, it is defined as the moral principles and standards which guide human actions. Such principles are highly appreciated by people in the society. This is so because they make society what it should be: peaceful and progressive. The acceptable societal values include honesty integrity, courage, loyalty etc.

TYPES OF VALUES

There are different types of values. The basic human values are as follows:

1. Honesty – This is the ability to tell the truth.
2. Respect – This is treating everyone including you with dignity.
3. Self-control – This is being able to control your own action.
4. Equality– This is understanding that all people have equal rights.

 

LEVELS OF MANIFESTATION OF VALUES

Values are often manifested in various ways for individual and societal growth and development. There must be value manifestation and clarification. It helps individuals to recognize their values and affirm them publicly.

1. Individual Level– An individual manifests values by being different no matter what others may do. For instance, a student who believes in honesty will vehemently refuse to cheat in an examination hall.

2. Societal Level: This means principles and standard which dictate and influence human behaviors and interactions in the society. They are principles like time consciousness, honesty, discipline etc.

FACTORS THAT PROMOTE VALUE SYSTEMS

Value system helps an individual in goal selection. Value systems are normally promoted by the following:

1. Consistency– This is an act of doing the same thing regularly without changing it. It makes an individual to stay focused on what he is doing.
2. Integrity – This is an act of being honest and possessing strong moral principles. Integrity as a value makes a man reject bribes and disdain every act of corruption.
3. Trust – This is the belief that somebody or something is good, sincere, honest etc. It promotes values by removing suspicion from people in the society.
4. Tolerance – This refers to the willingness to accept opinions or behaviours of other people who may not like you. It makes one to respect other peoples views, culture and religion

IMPORTANCE OF VALUE

1. Values promote good relationship in the society.
2. They control our behavior in the society.
3. They help in goal setting.
4. They determine how set-goals are achieved.

 

 

PRESENTATION :

 

The topic is presented step by step

 

Step 1:

The class teacher revises the previous topics

 

Step 2.

He introduces the new topic

 

Step 3:

The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise

 

 

CONCLUSION :

The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.

The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.

He or she does the necessary corrections when and where  the needs arise.

 

EVALUATION :

 

1.What is a value?

2. Mention three types of values.

3. Discuss how values could help in goal-setting.

4. State the difference between the two levels of values.

5. Mention three factors that promote the value system.

6. Mention two important values.

READING ASSIGNMENT

Fundamentals of Civic Education for Basic 7 (JSS 1) Sola Akinyemi 8-18

 

THEORY

1. Mention three importance of values in the society

2. Mention two factors that promote the value system.

 

ASSIGNMENT:

 

1. _______ is defined as the moral principles and standards which guide human actions.

A. Watchdog B. Values C. Family D. Culture

2. There are ____ levels of the manifestation of values

A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5

3. There are factors that promote value system except______

A. integrity B. tolerance C. chaos D. consistency

4. The following are types of values except _____.

A. Self-control B. arson C. honesty D. loyalty

5. _______ is the belief that somebody or something is good or sincere.

A. Consistency B. Trust C. Honesty D. Courage