Characteristics of National Values 

Subject : CIVIC EDUCATION

Characteristics of National Values

• Outline the
  characteristics of National Values
  E.g.
  1. Loyalty
  2. Co-operation
  3. Humility
•  Explain the characteristics
  of national values
• Demonstrate
  characteristics of national
  values

Learning Activities 

• Pupils as a class discuss
  the characteristics of
  National Values
• Pupils in pairs display
  using flash cards the
  characteristics of
  national values they
  stand for and fix it in
  flannel board
• Pupils in small groups
  demonstrate the
  characteristic of national
  values

Embedded Core Skills 

• Critical thinking
  and
  problem solving
• Creativity and
  imagination
• Communication
  and
  collaboration
• Leadership and
  personal
  development
• Citizenship

Instructional materials :

• Picture charts
  showing various
  importance of
  National values

Reference Materials :

• Textbooks on Civic Education book 4
• Workbook on Civic Education
• Lagos State Scheme of Work on civic Education
• Online links , materials and webpages that are related to this topic

National Values

Lesson Presentation

Procedure:

Introduction (10 minutes):

1. Begin by asking students what they think of when they hear the term “national values.”
2. Write down their responses on the whiteboard.
3. Define the concept of national values and explain why they are important.

Lesson Content (30 minutes):

1. Introduce the key characteristics of national values, such as unity, respect, responsibility, hard work, generosity, and patriotism.
2. Explain each characteristic in detail and provide examples of how they are demonstrated in society.
3. Use multimedia presentations, such as videos and images, to illustrate the importance of national values.

Activities (30 minutes):

1. Divide students into small groups and assign each group a characteristic of national values to focus on.
2. Ask them to brainstorm ways in which their assigned value can be demonstrated in everyday life.
3. Each group should present their ideas to the class and discuss the importance of their assigned value.
4. As a class, engage in a role-playing scenario that highlights the importance of national values.
5. Conclude the lesson with a class discussion on the significance of national values and how they can be promoted in society.

Assessment (10 minutes):

1. Administer a short quiz to assess students’ understanding of the key characteristics of national values.
2. Ask students to write a short reflection on the importance of national values and how they can be applied in their own lives.

Conclusion:

1. Summarize the key points of the lesson.
2. Emphasize the importance of national values in promoting social cohesion and unity.
3. Encourage students to continue exploring the concept of national values in their own lives

Evaluation

1. What is the significance of hard work in national values? a) It encourages citizens to be lazy and unproductive b) It promotes the value of diligence and perseverance c) It discourages citizens from achieving personal and societal goals d) It discourages unity among citizens
2. Which of the following best describes the role of generosity in national values? a) To encourage selfishness and self-centeredness b) To discourage citizens from helping others in need c) To promote the idea of giving back to the community d) To discourage citizens from contributing to their country’s development
3. Which of the following is not a characteristic of national values? a) Unity b) Selfishness c) Respect d) Responsibility
4. What is the importance of patriotism in national values? a) It discourages citizens from loving their country b) It promotes a sense of pride in the nation’s heritage, history, and achievements c) It discourages citizens from contributing to their country’s progress d) It promotes individualism and self-centeredness
5. Which of the following best describes the role of national values in society? a) To promote disunity and discord among citizens b) To discourage citizens from being responsible for their actions c) To promote social cohesion and unity d) To encourage citizens to prioritize individual interests over community needs
6. Which of the following is not a common characteristic of national values? a) Hard work b) Unity c) Dishonesty d) Respect
7. Which of the following best describes the role of national values? a) To promote individualism b) To promote unity and social cohesion c) To encourage competition among citizens d) To discourage patriotism
8. What is the significance of respect in national values? a) It encourages tolerance and acceptance of different beliefs b) It promotes individualism and self-centeredness c) It discourages cultural diversity d) It emphasizes the importance of personal gain over community needs
9. Which of the following is a common characteristic of national values? a) Selfishness b) Dishonesty c) Unity d) Laziness
10. What is the importance of responsibility in national values? a) It encourages citizens to be accountable for their actions b) It discourages individuals from contributing to their community c) It promotes a sense of entitlement among citizens d) It discourages unity among citizens

Weekly Assessment /Test 

1. National values refer to the shared beliefs and principles that define a nation’s identity, culture, and way of ___________.
2. ___________ is a key characteristic of national values that emphasizes the importance of working together towards a common goal.
3. National values promote ___________ and acceptance of different viewpoints and beliefs.
4. The value of ___________ is emphasized in national values, promoting the idea of working hard to achieve personal and societal goals.
5. ___________ is a characteristic of national values that encourages citizens to be responsible for their actions and to contribute to the welfare of the community.
6. National values encourage ___________ and altruism, promoting the idea of giving back to the community.
7. ___________ is a common characteristic of national values that emphasizes the importance of personal and social accountability.
8. National values promote love and ___________ for one’s country, instilling a sense of pride in the nation’s heritage and achievements.
9. ___________ is a characteristic of national values that promotes the idea of tolerance and acceptance of different beliefs and cultural diversity.
10. National values emphasize the importance of ___________ among citizens, promoting a sense of togetherness and unity.