Integrity: The Need For People of Integrity in the Society Civic Education JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Lesson Plan: The Need for People of Integrity in Society

Subject: Civic Education

Class: JSS 2

Term: First Term

Week: 2

Age: 12–13 years

Topic: The Need for People of Integrity in Society

Sub-topics:

1. Reasons for the Need to have People of Integrity in Society
2. Examples of People of Integrity in Society

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

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

1. Explain why society needs people of integrity.
2. Identify at least five reasons why people with integrity are essential in society.
3. List examples of people known for their integrity.
4. Discuss how they can practice integrity in their everyday lives.

Keywords:

• Integrity: Doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
• Honesty: Always being truthful.
• Accountability: Taking responsibility for one’s actions.
• Trustworthiness: Being reliable and dependable.
• Role Model: Someone who sets a good example for others.

Set Induction:

The teacher asks the students, “Why do you think it is important for people to be honest and trustworthy in society?” This will stimulate students’ thoughts and lead into the discussion on the need for integrity.

Entry Behaviour:

Students have basic knowledge of honesty, fairness, and accountability from the previous lesson on integrity.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Chalkboard and chalk
• Textbooks on Civic Education
• Flashcards with key terms (Integrity, Honesty, Accountability)
• Pictures of people known for their integrity (e.g., Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Students are already familiar with the concept of integrity and honesty from their previous lesson. This lesson will help them understand the role of integrity in society.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Ethical reasoning
• Decision-making

Learning Materials:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Civic Education
• Flashcards with definitions and examples of integrity

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Civic Education, JSS 2
• Civic Education textbook for Junior Secondary Schools

Instructional Materials:

• Whiteboard and marker
• Flashcards with keywords and definitions
• Pictures of renowned people known for their integrity

Content:

I. Reasons for the Need for People of Integrity in Society:

1. Trust: Integrity helps build trust among people in society. Without trust, society cannot function well.
2. Stability: People with integrity ensure stability in communities by being responsible and accountable.
3. Role Models: People with integrity serve as role models for others, especially younger generations.
4. Fairness: Integrity promotes fairness, as people with integrity treat others equally and justly.
5. Law and Order: People of integrity respect laws and rules, which helps maintain order in society.

II. Examples of People of Integrity in Society:

1. Nelson Mandela: Fought for freedom in South Africa and always stood for justice and fairness.
2. Mother Teresa: Dedicated her life to helping the poor and sick without expecting anything in return.
3. Mahatma Gandhi: Led India to independence through non-violence and honesty.
4. Malala Yousafzai: Advocated for girls’ education despite threats to her life.
5. Wole Soyinka: A Nigerian writer known for speaking up against injustice and corruption.

6. People of Integrity In Nigeria.

   Nigeria has so many men and women of integrity among whom are the following:

   1. Dr. Tai Solarin
   2. Chief Emeka Anyaoku
   3. Dr. Akiola Aguda
   4. Prof. Dora Akunyili
   5. Prof. Olikoye Ransome Kuti
   6. Chief Gani Fawehinmi
   7. Adams Oshiomole
   8. Prof. Wole Soyinka
   9. Gen. Muritala Ramat Mohammed  etc

Evaluation:

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions (with options a, b, c, or d):

1. People of __________ are trusted in society.
   a) dishonesty
   b) integrity
   c) greed
   d) arrogance
2. __________ helps to maintain law and order in society.
   a) Integrity
   b) Cheating
   c) Stealing
   d) Corruption
3. A society without people of integrity will lack __________.
   a) trust
   b) happiness
   c) chaos
   d) honesty
4. __________ is an example of a person of integrity.
   a) Nelson Mandela
   b) A corrupt leader
   c) A dishonest businessman
   d) A thief
5. Integrity in society promotes __________ among its members.
   a) cheating
   b) trust
   c) corruption
   d) fighting
6. Mother Teresa is known for her __________ to help the poor.
   a) honesty
   b) integrity
   c) greed
   d) wealth
7. People of integrity are __________ and take responsibility for their actions.
   a) dishonest
   b) careless
   c) accountable
   d) irresponsible
8. __________ is an attribute of integrity.
   a) Honesty
   b) Lying
   c) Cheating
   d) Stealing
9. Mahatma Gandhi led India to independence through __________.
   a) violence
   b) dishonesty
   c) cheating
   d) non-violence
10. A society without people of integrity will suffer from __________.
    a) peace
    b) fairness
    c) corruption
    d) justice
    
    
11. Which of these is not an attribute of integrity?
12. Probity        B. Contentment        C. Cunning     D. Fair-play
13. The feeling of being satisfied with one’s present possession is called ________ .
14. accountability B. honesty            C. contentment    D. fair-play
15. A man or woman of integrity is always_____. 
16. neat        B.  truthful            C. fluent        D. rich
17. Absolute moral soundness is called ______.
18. principle     B.   probity            C. fair-play        D. education
19. The habit of putting one-self in other people’s shoes when we relate with others is called _____.
20. honesty     B.  cleverness            C. truthfulness        D. fair-play

Class Activity Discussion:

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions):

1. Why is integrity important in society?
   Integrity is important because it helps build trust and ensures fairness among people.
2. What happens if people in society lack integrity?
   Society will be filled with dishonesty, corruption, and chaos.
3. How does integrity contribute to law and order?
   People of integrity respect laws and rules, ensuring a peaceful society.
4. Who are some examples of people with integrity?
   Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, and Mother Teresa are examples.
5. Why is trust important in society?
   Trust allows people to work together and build strong relationships.
6. How can a student show integrity at school?
   By being honest, not cheating, and keeping promises.
7. What is the difference between integrity and dishonesty?
   Integrity is about being truthful and doing the right thing, while dishonesty is about lying and doing wrong.
8. Why are role models important in society?
   Role models inspire others to behave well and do what is right.
9. How does fairness relate to integrity?
   Fairness means treating everyone equally, which is an important part of integrity.
10. Why is accountability important for people of integrity?
    Accountability means accepting responsibility for your actions, which builds trust.
    
    

Presentation:

1. Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic
   The teacher briefly reviews the previous topic on “The Meaning and Attributes of Integrity,” where students learned about what integrity means and its key attributes like honesty, trustworthiness, and accountability.

2. Step 2: Introducing the New Topic
   The teacher introduces the new topic, “The Need for People of Integrity in Society,” and explains why society depends on people who are honest, trustworthy, and accountable.

3. Step 3: Allowing Students to Contribute
   The teacher asks students to share why they think it is important to have people of integrity in the school, home, or larger community. The teacher listens to their answers, offering praise and corrections as needed.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Define integrity and explain its importance in society.
• Provide examples of people who are known for their integrity.
• Guide the class activity by asking students to share examples of integrity in their lives.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen attentively to the teacher’s explanation.
• Participate in the class discussion by sharing their thoughts on integrity.
• Ask questions where necessary for clarification.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Mention one reason why integrity is important in society.
2. Give an example of a person of integrity.
3. How does integrity promote trust?
4. Explain what accountability means.
5. Why is integrity important for law and order?
6. List two examples of integrity in society.
7. How can students show integrity at school?
8. What is the role of integrity in maintaining fairness?
9. Define the term “role model.”
10. Why is honesty a key part of integrity?
11. Mention five people of integrity in Nigeria.
12. State five attributes of integrity
13.  What are values?
14.  Mention three types of values
15. Define integrity.
16. List the attributes of integrity and four persons of integrity in Nigeria

Conclusion:

The teacher moves around the class to mark students’ work and provides feedback on their responses. The teacher reminds students that living with integrity makes society better and encourages them to practice honesty and fairness in their daily lives.

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