Modern Marriage In Nigeria
Subject :
Social Studies
Topic :
Traditional Marriage
Class :
Primary 5 / Basic 5 / Year 5
Term :
1st Term
First Term
Week :
Week 9
Reference Materials : .
Online materials
Scheme of work
Textbooks
Instructional Materials :..
Pictures showing people in a marriage function or ceremony
Previous Knowledge :
The pupils have previous knowledge of
that was taught in the previous lesson
Behavioural Objectives : At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
1. Explain the meaning of modern marriage
2. Mention the items that are always presented during modern marriage
3. The benefits of modern marriage
- Explanation
- Demonstration
- Questions and Answers
- Role Modeling
Content :
What is modern marriage ?
Modern marriage is the type of marriage that is done in accordance with the prevailing laws, fashion or dictates of the society during the period of marriage. It is often referred to as society wedding with all the elaborate funfair and celebration. It is the second phase of marriage that is done by most people in Nigeria because before they can perform Christian or moslem marriage, the intending couples would have travelled back home to village to do the traditional marriage.
What are the types of Modern Marriage
Christian or church marriage : This type of marriage is done in accordance with the Christian doctrine or teachings. The wedding is done in the church.
Characteristics of Christian or Church Marriage
1.Marriage is based on Christian doctrine, principles and teaching
2. Christian marriage allows monogamous which means that a man is allowed to marry only one wife
3. Christian marriage is done in the church and the officiating priest will announce that who wants to give out this lady as wife….
4. Bible is used as the word of God to admonish the intending couples
5. Reception and entertainment of guests in always done after the holy matrimony
Moslem or Islam : This type of marriage is done in accordance to Islamic doctrines, teachings and principles.
Characteristics of Moslem Marriage
1. There must be witness from both couples family for the marriage to be valid
2. The parents of the bride must give the consent and approval
3. The marriage is done on accordance with Moslem teachings
4. The marriage may take place in a hall or under the canopy
5. Quran is used as the word of God to feed the intending couples
Marriage by Ordinance or Court marriage
This type of marriage is down in accordance with the norms and laws of the law. It is the type of marriage in which marriage certificate is issued by the marriage registry
Characteristics of Marriage by Ordinance or Court Marriage
1. It is done in the marriage registry
2. Marriage certificate is issued.
3. It makes the marriage to become a legal entity in which any of the two couples can sue or be sued in the need arises
4. Court marriage supports monogamous marriage
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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
Evaluation
Attempt all the questions.
1. __________ is the union between a man and a woman to become husband and wife. A. Courtship B. Marriage C. Relationship
2. __________ is the marriage conducted according custom and traditional.
A. Court marriage B. Church marriage C. Traditional marriage
3. Alága ìdúró and Alaga ijoko às also Know as ____________(a) Master of ceremony (b) Master of marriage (c) Master of event
4. Dowry is paid by the bride’s family. _____ (a) True (b) False (c) Not sure
5. Gift is given by the bride’s family to the groom’s family. A. True B. False C. Maybe
Part B
Theory
1. What is court marriage
2. What is Christian marriage
3. What is moslem marriage
4..Mention two features of church marriage
5. Write out two importance of moslem marriage
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. He or she does the necessary corrections when the need arises.
Assignment :
Prepare for the next lesson by reading about
Religion and Religious beliefs
