Home Economics and National Development Home Economics JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 2

Lesson Plan: Home Economics and National Development

Subject:

Home Economics

Class:

JSS 1

Term:

First Term

Week:

2

Age:

11-12 years

Topic:

Home Economics and National Development

Sub-Topics:

1. Career Opportunities in Home Economics
2. Career Requirements in Home Economics
3. Importance of Home Economics to the Individual, Family, and Nation

Duration:

40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. List various career opportunities in Home Economics.
2. Identify the requirements for pursuing a career in Home Economics.
3. Explain the importance of Home Economics to the individual, family, and nation.

Keywords:

• Career
• Opportunities
• Requirements
• Importance
• National development

Set Induction:

The teacher asks students what they would like to become in the future. The teacher explains that Home Economics offers many career opportunities.

Entry Behavior:

Students have basic knowledge of common household activities and professions such as chefs and fashion designers.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Textbook
• Pictures of professionals in Home Economics careers (e.g., chefs, fashion designers, nutritionists)

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Discuss how Home Economics activities they have been learning can lead to different careers. Explain that these careers benefit individuals, families, and the country.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Collaboration
• Decision-making

Learning Materials:

• Home Economics textbook
• Posters or charts
• Pictures of career opportunities in Home Economics

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work
Basic Home Economics Textbook for JSS 1

Instructional Materials:

• Charts showing different careers in Home Economics
• Pictures related to professionals in Home Economics

Content

Career Opportunities in Home Economics:

1. Chef – Preparing meals in hotels, restaurants, or as personal chefs.
2. Fashion Designer – Designing and creating clothing.
3. Nutritionist/Dietitian – Giving advice on healthy eating and nutrition.
4. Interior Designer – Designing and decorating homes and buildings.
5. Childcare Specialist – Taking care of children in daycare centers or as a nanny.

Career Requirements in Home Economics:

1. Education – You need proper training in fields like food and nutrition, clothing, child development, or interior design.
2. Skills – Hands-on skills such as cooking, sewing, and designing are important.
3. Experience – Many careers in Home Economics require practical experience, either through internships or on-the-job training.
4. Passion – A love for home-related activities and helping people is important.
5. Communication Skills – Careers in Home Economics require good communication to work with clients and customers.

Importance of Home Economics to the Individual, Family, and Nation:

1. Individual – Home Economics teaches life skills like cooking and managing money, helping people to live better lives.
2. Family – It helps families manage resources, raise children, and create a healthy home environment.
3. Nation – It promotes national development by preparing people for jobs, improving health through good nutrition, and contributing to industries like fashion and hospitality.

Evaluation (15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options)

1. A chef is an example of a career in _______.
   a) Law
   b) Home Economics
   c) Engineering
   d) Medicine
2. One requirement for a career in Home Economics is _______.
   a) Skill in cooking
   b) Ability to drive
   c) Reading books
   d) Drawing pictures
3. A _______ designs and creates clothing.
   a) Fashion Designer
   b) Chef
   c) Doctor
   d) Teacher
4. A Nutritionist gives advice on _______.
   a) Sports
   b) Money
   c) Healthy eating
   d) Home decoration
5. Interior Designers work to improve _______.
   a) Cooking
   b) Building designs
   c) Sewing
   d) Childcare
6. _______ teaches life skills like cooking and money management.
   a) Home Economics
   b) Social Studies
   c) Mathematics
   d) English
7. Home Economics benefits _______ by creating a healthy home environment.
   a) The individual
   b) The family
   c) The nation
   d) All of the above
8. Home Economics contributes to national development through _______.
   a) Job creation
   b) Political meetings
   c) Banking
   d) Sports
9. A requirement for becoming a chef is _______.
   a) Knowledge of medicine
   b) Experience in cooking
   c) Ability to dance
   d) Driving a car
10. Home Economics helps improve health through good _______.
    a) Sports
    b) Money
    c) Nutrition
    d) Technology
11. A career in childcare involves working with _______.
    a) Adults
    b) Buildings
    c) Children
    d) Cars
12. One example of a hands-on skill in Home Economics is _______.
    a) Cooking
    b) Drawing
    c) Running
    d) Singing
13. Fashion Designers contribute to the _______ industry.
    a) Sports
    b) Technology
    c) Fashion
    d) Banking
14. Communication skills are important in _______ careers.
    a) Home Economics
    b) Engineering
    c) Sports
    d) Law
15. _______ helps families manage their resources better.
    a) Home Economics
    b) Music
    c) Medicine
    d) Sports

Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQs)

1. What is a chef?
   A chef is someone who prepares meals in restaurants, hotels, or for individuals.
2. What does a fashion designer do?
   A fashion designer creates and designs clothes.
3. What does a nutritionist do?
   A nutritionist advises people on healthy eating habits.
4. What is the role of an interior designer?
   An interior designer decorates and arranges the inside of homes or buildings.
5. Who is a childcare specialist?
   A childcare specialist takes care of young children in daycare centers or as a nanny.
6. What do you need to become a chef?
   You need training in cooking, practical experience, and passion for food.
7. Why is passion important in Home Economics careers?
   Passion helps you enjoy what you do and be successful in it.
8. How does Home Economics benefit the family?
   It helps families manage resources, raise children well, and create a healthy environment.
9. Why are communication skills important in Home Economics?
   You need them to talk to clients, customers, and other professionals.
10. What are career opportunities in Home Economics?
    Careers like chef, fashion designer, nutritionist, interior designer, and childcare specialist.
11. How does Home Economics contribute to national development?
    By creating jobs and improving health and home management.
12. What skills are important in Home Economics?
    Skills like cooking, sewing, budgeting, and child care.
13. Why is nutrition important?
    Good nutrition helps people stay healthy and strong.
14. How does Home Economics improve the individual’s life?
    It teaches life skills like cooking, budgeting, and home management.
15. What industries are supported by Home Economics?
    Industries like fashion, hospitality, and health.

Presentation

Step 1:

The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Introduction to Home Economics.”

Step 2:

The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining that Home Economics not only helps people in their homes but also creates job opportunities. The teacher shows pictures of professionals in various Home Economics careers, such as chefs and fashion designers.

Step 3:

The teacher allows the students to share what careers they know that are related to Home Economics. The teacher corrects and guides them as necessary.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Introduce the topic with examples and career opportunities in Home Economics.
• Display pictures of professionals in Home Economics careers.
• Guide students in discussing career opportunities and requirements.

Learners’ Activities:

• Participate in class discussions about careers.
• Share what careers they know in Home Economics.
• Answer questions from the teacher.

Evaluation Questions (Short Answer)

1. What is a chef?
2. Name two careers in Home Economics.
3. What do you need to become a fashion designer?
4. How does Home Economics help families?
5. Who is a nutritionist?
6. Why is Home Economics important to the nation?
7. What is one requirement for a career in Home Economics?
8. How does Home Economics help the individual?
9. Name a career in Home Economics that involves children.
10. What industries are related to Home Economics?

Conclusion:

The teacher goes around to mark the students’ work and provides feedback. Necessary corrections are made, and students are encouraged to explore more careers in Home Economics.

More Useful Links

• Introduction to Home Economics Home Economics JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1
• Understanding Family Budgets: Key Concepts and Importance Home Economics JSS 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1