Responsibilities and National Values Civic Education Primary 4 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Lesson Plan

Subject: Civic Education
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 2
Class: Basic 4 / Grade 4 / Primary 4

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Previous Knowledge

The pupils have prior knowledge of various topics that have been taught in their previous classes.

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Topic: Responsibilities of Every Member of the Family

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Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Discuss the meaning of national values.
2. Explain what values are.
3. Demonstrate examples of national values, such as:
   • Obedience
   • Loyalty
   • Dedication
   • Honesty

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Keywords

• National values: Shared beliefs that unite a nation.
• Obedience: Following rules and instructions.
• Loyalty: Being faithful and supportive.
• Dedication: Commitment to a task.
• Honesty: Being truthful and fair.

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Set Induction

The teacher begins the lesson by asking pupils to name values they practice at home or in school, such as obedience or honesty. This engages them and connects to the topic.

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Entry Behavior

The pupils are familiar with good behaviors and family responsibilities.

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Learning Resources and Materials

1. Flashcards with values written on them.
2. Pictures of family members performing responsibilities.
3. Chalkboard or whiteboard for examples.

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Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher reminds pupils about what they learned in previous lessons about family values and responsibilities.

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Embedded Core Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork

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Learning Materials

1. Lagos State Scheme of Work.
2. Posters showing examples of national values.

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Instructional Materials

• Pictures
• Flashcards
• Stories/examples of national values

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Content

Meaning of Values

Values are qualities or standards that guide our behavior and decisions. They help us understand the difference between right and wrong.

What are National Values?

National values are shared beliefs that unite people in a nation. They promote peace, unity, and progress in society.

Examples of National Values

1. Obedience:
   • Following rules and laws in the family, school, and community.
   • Example: Obeying traffic rules.
2. Loyalty:
   • Being faithful to family, friends, and your country.
   • Example: Standing up for your family or respecting the national anthem.
3. Dedication:
   • Showing commitment to tasks and responsibilities.
   • Example: Completing schoolwork on time.
4. Honesty:
   • Being truthful and fair in your words and actions.
   • Example: Returning something that is not yours.

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Evaluation

Fill-in-the-blank Questions

1. National values are beliefs that unite a ________.
   a) school
   b) nation
   c) family
   d) church
2. ________ means being truthful in your words and actions.
   a) Dedication
   b) Loyalty
   c) Honesty
   d) Obedience
3. Following rules and laws is an example of ________.
   a) honesty
   b) obedience
   c) dedication
   d) loyalty
4. ________ is being faithful to your family, friends, or country.
   a) Loyalty
   b) Honesty
   c) Dedication
   d) Obedience
5. Completing tasks on time shows ________.
   a) laziness
   b) dedication
   c) disobedience
   d) dishonesty

(Additional 10 similar questions can be included upon request.)

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FAQs for Class Activity Discussion

1. What are values?
   Values are standards that guide behavior and decision-making.
2. Why are national values important?
   They help promote unity, peace, and progress.
3. Can you name an example of obedience?
   Following school rules.
4. How can you show loyalty at school?
   By respecting your teachers and supporting your classmates.
5. What does honesty mean?
   Being truthful and fair.

(Include 10 more FAQs upon request.)

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Presentation Steps

1. Review Previous Topic
   • The teacher asks pupils about family values they know.
2. Introduce New Topic
   • The teacher defines values and national values with examples.
3. Engage Pupils in Discussion
   • Pupils share examples of values they practice at home or in school.
4. Teacher’s Activities
   • Explains the meaning of values and national values.
   • Provides examples and asks pupils for more.
5. Learners’ Activities
   • Listen and ask questions.
   • Contribute examples of values.

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Assessment

1. What are values?
2. Define national values.
3. Give two examples of obedience.
4. Why is honesty important?
5. How can you show dedication to your studies?

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Conclusion

The teacher revises the lesson by summarizing the key points and providing feedback on pupils’ contributions and answers.