Understanding the Roles of the Armed Forces in Preventing Crimes
Lesson Plan: Roles of Armed Forces in Preventing Crimes
Subject: Security Education
Class: Basic 2 / Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: Week 10
Age: 7-8 years
Topic: Roles of Armed Forces in Preventing Crimes
Sub-topic: Army, Navy, and Air Force
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to:
- Explain the meaning of the Armed Forces.
- State the roles of members of the Armed Forces in preventing and curbing crimes in society.
Keywords:
- Armed Forces
- Army
- Navy
- Air Force
- Aggression
- Security
- Territorial waters
- National security
- Military
- Insurrection
Set Induction:
The teacher will start by showing a short video clip or pictures of the Army, Navy, and Air Force in action. Afterward, the teacher will ask the pupils if they know what these forces do and why they are important.
Entry Behaviour:
The pupils can name two or more streets in their community.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Pupils’ textbooks
- Pictures of the Army, Navy, and Air Force
- Charts illustrating the roles of Armed Forces
- Video clips of Armed Forces in action
- Drama of different communities showing the Armed Forces in action
- Members of the class acting as soldiers, sailors, and pilots for demonstration
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:
The teacher will ask the pupils if they know about the police or security guards in their community, to draw a comparison with the roles of the Armed Forces in keeping the country safe.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Creativity
Learning Materials:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- Security Education Textbook
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work
- “Security Education for Primary Schools”
- “Introduction to National Security”
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures of Army, Navy, and Air Force
- Charts showing roles and duties of the military
- Video clips or dramatized skits about national security
- Props for student role-playing
Content:
Definition and Meaning:
- Armed Forces: The armed forces of Nigeria consist of three branches: the Army, the Navy, and the Air Force. These are the military forces that protect the country from both internal and external threats.
Roles of Armed Forces in Preventing Crimes:
- Army:
- The Army protects the country’s land territory.
- They defend the nation from attacks by other countries and help restore order during civil unrest.
- Navy:
- The Navy protects the country’s waters, ensuring safety in seas and oceans.
- They prevent attacks through water routes, ensuring security at sea.
- Air Force:
- The Air Force guards the country’s airspace.
- They prevent air attacks and protect the nation’s skies.
- National Security Functions (Constitution, Section 217):
- Defending Nigeria from external aggression.
- Maintaining territorial integrity and securing borders.
- Suppressing insurrection and aiding the government to restore order.
- The military may intervene when law and order are broken.
Evaluation Questions:
- The Nigerian Armed Forces is made up of the ______.
a) Firefighters
b) Army, Navy, and Air Force
c) Musicians
d) Chefs - The army works on the ______ of the country.
a) Land territory
b) Sea
c) Air
d) Park - The navy protects ______ waters of the country.
a) Territorial
b) Land
c) Air
d) Market - The air force protects our country’s ______ against attacks.
a) Airspace
b) Land
c) Sea
d) Park - The armed forces protect the country from internal and external ______.
a) Fun
b) Aggression
c) Music
d) Dancing - According to the constitution, the military functions in ______ security.
a) National
b) Local
c) Global
d) Fun - The military defends Nigeria from ______ aggression.
a) Internal
b) External
c) Fun
d) Colors - They are expected to ward off attempts to fight Nigeria through land, air, or ______.
a) Sea
b) Cooking
c) Dancing
d) Colors - The armed forces maintain Nigeria’s territorial ______.
a) Waters
b) Land
c) Air
d) Fun - They suppress insurrection and act in aid of the government to restore ______.
a) Fun
b) Authority and order
c) Dancing
d) Colors - When there is a breakdown of law and order, the military could be called upon to ______.
a) Cook
b) Intervene
c) Sing
d) Dance - The military is used to checkmate violent ______.
a) Protesters
b) Musicians
c) Singers
d) Dancers - The navy protects the territorial waters to prevent attacks through our ______.
a) Land
b) Waterways
c) Air
d) Market - The air force protects our country’s ______ against enemies.
a) Airspace
b) Land
c) Sea
d) Park - The armed forces protect our land borders from ______.
a) Attacks
b) Cooking
c) Singing
d) Dancing
Class Activity Discussion:
15 FAQs with Answers:
- What is the army responsible for?
- The army defends the country’s land borders and helps restore order during unrest.
- What does the navy protect?
- The navy protects the country’s waters, ensuring security at sea.
- Why is the air force important?
- The air force protects the country’s airspace from enemy attacks.
- What does the military do during a breakdown of law and order?
- The military may intervene to restore peace and order.
- What is the role of the armed forces in national security?
- They defend the country from external aggression and maintain territorial security.
- How does the army contribute to national security?
- The army works on the land borders to protect the nation.
- What happens if a country tries to attack Nigeria?
- The military will defend Nigeria from land, sea, or air attacks.
- What does the Navy do to keep us safe?
- The navy ensures that our seas and waterways are secure.
- Why is national security important?
- It protects our country from external and internal threats.
- How does the air force prevent attacks?
- The air force monitors the airspace to prevent enemy air attacks.
- What is insurrection?
- Insurrection is when people try to overthrow the government.
- What happens if there is a violent protest?
- The military may be called to control the situation.
- Why is it important to protect our borders?
- To prevent unwanted intruders from entering the country.
- How does the military help during times of unrest?
- The military helps restore law and order during violent protests or unrest.
- What role does the air force play in national security?
- The air force protects the country’s airspace from attacks.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Revise previous topics and ask students what they know about security forces.
- Introduce the new topic and explain the meaning and roles of the armed forces.
- Show relevant pictures and video clips to demonstrate the work of the military.
- Encourage pupils to share their knowledge about the army, navy, and air force.
- Guide the students in answering questions and providing corrections where necessary.
Learners’ Activities:
- Watch the video clips and look at the pictures.
- Participate in class discussions about the army, navy, and air force.
- Answer the evaluation and class activity questions.
- Role-play different members of the armed forces.
Assessment (Evaluation Questions):
- List two roles of the Armed Forces.
- What is the primary duty of the Air Force?
- Name the three forces that make up the Nigerian Armed Forces.
- Which branch of the Armed Forces protects the land borders?
- What is a new member of the Nigerian Army called?
- What is another name for the Nigerian Armed Forces?
Conclusion:
- The teacher will review the key points from the lesson.
- Pupils will copy the notes summarizing the roles of the Armed Forces.
- The teacher will provide feedback and corrections as needed.
SEO Elements:
- Captivating Title: Understanding the Roles of the Armed Forces in Preventing Crimes
- Focus Keyphrase: Roles of Armed Forces in Preventing Crimes
- SEO Title: Learn the Key Roles of the Armed Forces in Nigeria’s Crime Prevention
- Slug: roles-of-armed-forces-in-preventing-crimes
- Meta Description: Discover the key roles of the Army, Navy, and Air Force in preventing crimes and ensuring national security.