The constitution: Meaning and Types

Subject:

Civic Education

Term:

First Term

Week:

Week 1

Class:

JSS 3 / BASIC 9

Previous lesson: Pupils have previous knowledge of

Care and Uses of Fibers

that was taught in their previous lesson

Topic:

The Constitution 

Behavioural objectives: At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to

• define constitution.
• identify the various
  colonial Nigerian
  constitution.

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:

What is the meaning of constitution?

A constitution is a document that sets out the rules by which a country or other organization is governed. It typically contains a statement of the values and principles of the organization, as well as outlining the structure and powers of its government. It is a document that governs the activities of the people the controls the activities of a state.

The powers of a constitution are those which define the limits on the authority of the government. They may be divided into two categories: express powers and implied powers. Express powers are those which are specifically enumerated in the constitution, while implied powers are those which are necessary to carry out the express powers.

Some of the political leaders in Nigeria whose activities are regulated and bounded by the constitution are the President, the Vice President, the Senate President, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Chief Justice of Nigeria.

The Constitution is the supreme law of Nigeria. It sets out the framework within which the country is governed and establishes the institutions and processes through which power is exercised.

Types of constitution

A constitution is a document that establishes the rules and principles of a government. It outlines the powers and duties of the government, as well as the rights of the people. There are two main types of constitution: written and unwritten.

A written constitution is a document that sets forth the rules and principles of a government. It is usually created by a committee of experts, and then ratified by the people. The United States Constitution is an example of a written constitution.

An unwritten constitution is not set forth in a single document. Instead, it is based on a collection of documents, including laws, court decisions, and traditions. The United Kingdom has an unwritten constitution.

There are also two types of written constitution: rigid and flexible. A rigid constitution is difficult to change, while a flexible constitution is easier to change. The United States Constitution is an example of a rigid constitution, while the Constitution of France is an example of a flexible constitution.

Finally, there are two types of government: federal and unitary. A federal government is a central government that shares power with smaller units of government, such as states or provinces. A unitary government is a central government that has all the power. The United States has a federal government, while France has a unitary government.

Presentation

Step 1

The subject teacher introduces the new topic

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 

Objective Questions 

Theory 

1. What is the meaning of constitution?

2. What are the types of constitution?

3. What are the examples of country with written constitution?

4. What are the examples of country with unwritten constitution?

5. What are the examples of country with rigid constitution?

6. What are the examples of country with flexible constitution?

7. What are the examples of federal constitution?

8. What are the examples of unitary constitution?

Conclusion:

The subject goes round to mark the pupil’s notes. He does the necessary corrections