Third Term Lesson Notes English Grammar Primary 6 Weekly Plan Presentation 

Subject : English Grammar

Class : Primary 6 / Basic 6 / Grade 6

Term :Third Term

Week :Week 1

Term :

Third Term / 3rd Term

Week:

Week 1

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Topic : 

NAFDAC’s Consumer Protection

Previous lesson : 

The pupils have previous knowledge of

• Review of Direct and Indirect Speech English Grammar Primary 6 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 1

that was taught in their previous lessons

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the role and importance of consumer protection agencies such as UNICEF and NAFDAC.
2. Learn ten new words related to consumer protection, their meanings, word classes, and pronunciations.
3. Comprehend the main ideas and supporting details from the passage.
4. Infer appropriate answers to comprehension questions based on the given passage.

Embedded Core Skills:

1. Reading comprehension
2. Vocabulary development
3. Inference
4. Critical thinking

Learning Materials:

1. Comprehension passage on consumer protection agencies (provided above)
2. Whiteboard or blackboard and markers/chalk
3. Student notebooks or worksheets
4. Pronunciation guide handout
5. Evaluation question sheets
6. Assessment rubric

Content

Title: Safeguarding Consumers: The Role of NAFDAC

Comprehension Passage:

In today’s modern world, consumer protection agencies play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and safety of individuals who purchase goods and services. One such agency is the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Nigeria. NAFDAC is entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding consumers against harmful products and practices. Let’s explore the important work done by NAFDAC and understand its impact on society.

NAFDAC, pronounced as “NAF-dak,” is an acronym for the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control. It is a government regulatory body established in 1993 to regulate and control the manufacture, importation, exportation, distribution, advertisement, and sale of food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, chemicals, and packaged water in Nigeria. The agency aims to ensure that only safe, efficacious, and wholesome products are available to consumers.

NAFDAC operates through various means to achieve its objectives. Firstly, it conducts rigorous inspections of factories, production facilities, and distribution centers to ensure compliance with quality standards. This ensures that consumers receive products that meet established safety and quality guidelines. Secondly, NAFDAC carries out thorough product testing to detect and eliminate counterfeit or substandard items from the market. Such activities protect consumers from the harmful effects of fake products that may pose serious health risks.

Furthermore, NAFDAC actively educates the public about the importance of purchasing products that are registered and approved by the agency. Through awareness campaigns, seminars, and workshops, they emphasize the need to look for the NAFDAC registration number on product labels. This number guarantees that the product has undergone the necessary quality assessments and is safe for consumption or use.

Another crucial aspect of NAFDAC’s work is monitoring adverse drug reactions and product-related complaints. They investigate reported cases, take appropriate actions, and ensure that consumers’ rights are protected. By closely monitoring the market and promptly responding to incidents, NAFDAC plays a significant role in safeguarding public health.

In addition to its regulatory functions, NAFDAC collaborates with other agencies, both local and international, to combat the illegal importation and distribution of fake and substandard products. This multi-agency approach helps strengthen consumer protection measures and fosters a safer environment for all.

In conclusion, NAFDAC plays a pivotal role in ensuring consumer safety and protecting public health. By regulating and monitoring the production, distribution, and sale of products, NAFDAC safeguards consumers against harmful and substandard goods. Through its relentless efforts, NAFDAC aims to create a society where people can confidently purchase and use products without compromising their well-being.

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New Words:

1. Vital (adjective) – /ˈvaɪ.tl/ – extremely important or necessary
2. Entrusted (verb) – /ɪnˈtrʌstɪd/ – assigned the responsibility or duty of doing something
3. Efficacious (adjective) – /ˌɛfɪˈkeɪʃəs/ – effective in producing the desired result or effect
4. Wholesome (adjective) – /ˈhoʊl.səm/ – promoting health or well-being; good for one’s physical or moral welfare
5. Rigorous (adjective) – /ˈrɪɡ.ər.əs/ – extremely thorough, precise, or exacting
6. Counterfeit (adjective) – /ˈkaʊn.tər.fɪt/ – fake, imitation, or forged, usually intended to deceive or defraud
7. Substandard (adjective) – /s əbˈstæn.dərd/ – below the expected or required standard; inferior in quality or performance

8. Assessments (noun) – /əˈsɛs.mənts/ – evaluations or judgments of the quality, value, or importance of something

9. Adverse (adjective) – /ˈæd.vɜrs/ – unfavorable or harmful in nature or effect

10. Collaborates (verb) – /kəˈlæb.ə.reɪts/ – works together with others, especially in a joint intellectual effort or project

Comprehension Questions:

1. What is the full form of the acronym NAFDAC?

2. When was NAFDAC established?

3. What is the primary responsibility of NAFDAC?

4. How does NAFDAC ensure that consumers receive safe and quality products?

5. Why is it important to look for the NAFDAC registration number on product labels?

6. What does NAFDAC do to monitor adverse drug reactions and product-related complaints?

7. What is the significance of NAFDAC collaborating with other agencies?

8. How does NAFDAC contribute to consumer protection?

9. What are the potential risks of consuming counterfeit or substandard products?

10. In what ways does NAFDAC promote public health and safety?

Inferential Answers:

1. The full form of the acronym NAFDAC is the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.

2. NAFDAC was established in 1993.

3. The primary responsibility of NAFDAC is to regulate and control the manufacture, importation, distribution, and sale of food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, chemicals, and packaged water in Nigeria.

4. NAFDAC ensures that consumers receive safe and quality products through rigorous inspections, product testing, and the elimination of counterfeit or substandard items.

5. It is important to look for the NAFDAC registration number on product labels because it guarantees that the product has undergone necessary quality assessments and is safe for consumption or use.

6. NAFDAC monitors adverse drug reactions and product-related complaints by investigating reported cases, taking appropriate actions, and protecting consumers’ rights.

7. The significance of NAFDAC collaborating with other agencies is to combat the illegal importation and distribution of fake and substandard products, strengthening consumer protection measures.

8. NAFDAC contributes to consumer protection by regulating and monitoring the production, distribution, and sale of products, ensuring they meet safety and quality standards.

9. The potential risks of consuming counterfeit or substandard products include serious health risks and adverse reactions due to unknown ingredients or poor manufacturing practices.

10. NAFDAC promotes public health and safety by safeguarding consumers against harmful and substandard goods, creating a society where people can confidently purchase and use products without compromising their well-being.

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Lesson Plan Presentation

Presentation:

Step 1: Introduction (5 minutes)

• Greet the students and briefly discuss the importance of consumer protection agencies in society.
• Introduce the topic of the lesson: UNICEF, NAFDAC, or any other consumer protection agencies.
• Share the learning objectives with the students.

Step 2: Vocabulary Development (10 minutes)

• Write the ten selected new words from the passage on the board: (list the ten words with their meanings, word classes, and pronunciation, as provided in the previous response)
• Pronounce each word, emphasizing the correct pronunciation.
• Discuss the meanings and word classes of the words with the students.
• Ask students to repeat the words and practice their pronunciation.

Step 3: Reading Comprehension (15 minutes)

• Distribute the comprehension passage to each student or display it on a shared screen.
• Instruct the students to read the passage silently.
• Ask the students to identify the main ideas and supporting details in the passage.
• Encourage active reading by underlining or highlighting important information.

Step 4: Comprehension Questions (15 minutes)

• Provide the students with the comprehension questions based on the main ideas and supporting details from the passage.
• Ask the students to answer the questions individually or in pairs.
• Collect the students’ answers for assessment.

Step 5: Group Discussion (10 minutes)

• Facilitate a class discussion to review the comprehension questions and their answers.
• Allow students to share their answers and provide explanations or evidence from the passage to support their responses.
• Encourage critical thinking and provide additional explanations where necessary.

Step 6: Assessment (10 minutes)

• Distribute the evaluation question sheets to each student.
• Instruct the students to answer the ten evaluation questions individually.
• Collect the evaluation question sheets for grading.

Step 7: Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Summarize the main points discussed during the lesson.
• Reinforce the importance of consumer protection agencies in ensuring the well-being and safety of individuals.
• Encourage students to apply their understanding of consumer protection in their daily lives.

Assessment:

• Evaluation Questions:

1. What is the full form of the acronym NAFDAC?
2. When was NAFDAC established?
3. What is the primary responsibility of NAFDAC?
4. How does NAFDAC ensure that consumers receive safe and quality products?
5. Why is it important to look for the NAFDAC registration number on product labels?
6. What does NAFDAC do to monitor adverse drug reactions and product-related complaints?
7. What is the significance of NAFDAC collaborating with other agencies?
8. How does NAFDAC contribute to consumer protection?
9. What are the potential risks of consuming counterfeit or substandard products?
10. In what ways does NAFDAC promote public health and safety?

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Evaluation Criteria:

1. Each correct answer is awarded 1 point.
2. Answers must demonstrate comprehension of the main ideas and supporting details from the passage.
3. Inference-based answers must be supported by evidence from the passage.
4. Spelling, grammar, and clarity of responses will be considered

Conclusion:

In this lesson, we explored the role of consumer protection agencies such as UNICEF and NAFDAC. We learned ten new words related to consumer protection, their meanings, word classes, and pronunciations. Additionally, we practiced reading comprehension skills by analyzing a passage about NAFDAC’s responsibilities and activities.

Through comprehension questions and group discussions, we enhanced our understanding of the main ideas and supporting details. Finally, we assessed our knowledge through evaluation questions.

Remember, consumer protection is vital for a safe and healthy society. By being aware of the roles of such agencies, we can make informed choices and protect ourselves from potential harm.

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