PRIMARY 5 THIRD TERM LESSON NOTE CIVIC EDUCATION

THIRD TERM CIVIC EDUCATION PRIMARY 5

SCHEME OF WORK

TOPIC

1. Revision of second term’s work

2. Our duties and obligations to government

(A) Meaning of duties and obligation

(B).Duties of pupils in a school

(C).Duties of children in a family

3. (A).Duties and obligations of citizens to government

(B).Consequences of citizen failing to perform their Duties and obligations

4 . Representative Democracy (Defending democracy social justice)

(A).Meaning of pressure group with examples

(B).Importance of pressure group

5. Communicating social injustice to leaders

6 .Pressure Groups

(A).Advantages of pressure group

(B).Disadvantages of pressure group

7 Altitude to work

(A).Meaning of hard work and laziness

(B).Reward for hard work and laziness

(C).How to encourage hard work

8 . Workers protest against inadequate payment e.g.demonstration, strikers etc

9 Civil Society and Moral Education

(A)Meaning of civil society

(B)Characteristics of civil society

10. Some Civil Society Organization in Nigeria

11. (A).Meaning of Moral Education

(B).Importance of moral education to civil society

WEEK 2

TOPIC: OUR DUTIES AND OBLIGATION TOGOVERNMENT

SUBTOPIC: MEANING OF DUTIES AND OBLIGATION

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1 .State the meaning of obligations and duties.

2. Identify the duties of pupils in the school

3. List the duties of children in a family

4. State what materials are used for.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: A chart showing our duties and obligations to the government.

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

DUTIES

A Duty is what you owe to your fellow human as a fact of nature. Duty is what one must do either because of one’s job or because one thinks its right. in case of our duty to the government, it is mandatory for one to perform such to the state.

An obligation is what has been imposed by contract or custom.

Obligation and duties are what government expects of the citizens to have a developed nation.

Some of the obligations and duties include:

1. Proper use of amenities

2. Orderliness

3. Payment of taxes

4. Exercise of individual vote during election

5. Support government programs.

DUTIES OF PUPILS IN A SCHOOL

Respect the teachers, staff and prefect
Obey the rules and regulations in school
Care for the school properties
Be serious and hardworking in school
Be humble

DUTIES OF CHILDREN IN THE FAMILY

1. Respect for elders

2. Obedience to parents and elders

3. Care for young ones

4. Running errands for parent

5. Be committed to doing house chores like washing, cooking, cleaning, sweeping.

6. Behaving well in the society

7. Care for properties at home and in public places

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

1 .State the meaning of obligations and duties.

2. Identify the duties of pupils in the school

3. List the duties of children in a family

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

ASSIGNMENT

1. Write 4 obligations and duties of a citizen to government

2. Mention 5 duties of pupils in a school

3. State 5 duties of children in a family.

1. A duty is what you owe to your fellow human as a fact of _______.
a) society
b) life
c) nature
d) education

2. Duties and obligations are what the government expects from ________.
a) its citizens
b) the students
c) the teachers
d) the parents

3. Proper use of amenities is one of the ________ and duties expected from citizens.
a) obligations
b) responsibilities
c) rights
d) privileges

4. The exercise of individual vote during elections is a ________ of citizens.
a) responsibility
b) duty
c) privilege
d) right

5. What is an obligation?
a) Something imposed by contract or custom.
b) Something owed to the government.
c) Something that is mandatory.
d) Something done for personal gain.

6. One of the duties of pupils in a school is to ________ the teachers, staff, and prefect.
a) respect
b) challenge
c) ignore
d) disobey

7. Children in a family have the duty to be committed to doing ________ chores.
a) house
b) outdoor
c) school
d) social

8. What is one of the duties of children in the family?
a) Taking care of young ones
b) Taking care of school properties
c) Taking care of government programs
d) Taking care of public places

9. ________ is one of the duties of children in the family.
a) Disrespecting elders
b) Disobeying parents
c) Behaving well in society
d) Neglecting house chores

10. Which of the following is not a duty of children in the family?
a) Running errands for parents
b) Being serious and hardworking in school
c) Being humble
d) Behaving well in society

11. The duty to pay taxes is an example of a ________.
a) school duty
b) family duty
c) government duty
d) personal duty

12. What is the obligation of citizens towards the government?
a) Proper use of amenities
b) Exercise of individual vote during election
c) Support government programs
d) Care for properties at home

13. One of the duties of pupils in a school is to obey the ________ and regulations.
a) orders
b) rules
c) laws
d) instructions

14. Children in the family are expected to show ________ for their elders.
a) care
b) respect
c) love
d) responsibility

15. What is one of the duties of citizens towards the government?
a) Running errands for parents
b) Being humble
c) Behaving well in society
d) Payment of taxes

16. What is the duty of children in the family regarding house chores?
a) Washing
b) Sweeping
c) Cooking
d) All of the above

17. ________ is what one must do either because of one’s job or because one thinks it’s right.
a) Obligation
b) Responsibility
c) Duty
d) Privilege

18. The duty to support government programs is an example of a ________.
a) school duty
b) family duty
c) government duty
d) personal duty

19. ________ is what has been imposed by contract or custom.
a) Duty
b) Obligation
c) Responsibility
d) Right

20. The duty to care for properties at home and in public places is an obligation of ________.
a) citizens
b) pupils
c) teachers
d) parents

WEEK 3

TOPIC: OUR DUTIES AND OBLIGATION To GOVERNMENT

SUBTOPIC: MEANING OF DUTIES AND OBLIGATION

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1 .State the duties and obligation of citizens to government

2. Mention the consequences of citizens failing to perform their duties and obligation

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: A chart showing our duties and obligations to the government.

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

DUTIES AND OBLIGATION OF CITIZENS TO GOVERNMENT

1. Respect the head of state and other authorities

2. Hospitality to visitors

3. Exercise of voting right

4. Protection and care for public property

5. Respect or loyalty to national symbols.

6. Stay informed of the issues affecting your community.

7. Respects the rights, beliefs and opinion of others

8. Defend the country if the need should arise

9. Support government programs

10. Serve a jury when call upon.

11. Pay taxes

12. Participate in your local community.

CONSEQUENCES OF CITIZEN FAILING TO PERFORM THEIR DUTIES AND OBLIGATION

1. Lack of orderliness in the state

2. Arrest by the government In authority when laws are broken

3. Lead to lawlessness

4. State of oppression of the citizens by the government when they do not speak

5. Lack of development in the state.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

1.State the meaning of obligations and duties.

2. Identify the duties of pupils in the school

3. List the duties of children in a family

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

ASSIGNMENT

1.Mention 5 duties and obligation of government to the citizens

1. A duty is what you owe to your fellow human as a fact of _______.
a) society
b) life
c) nature
d) education

2. What is an obligation?
a) Something imposed by contract or custom.
b) Something owed to the government.
c) Something that is mandatory.
d) Something done for personal gain.

3. ________ is one of the duties and obligations expected from citizens towards the government.
a) Respect for the head of state and other authorities
b) Hospitality to visitors
c) Exercise of voting right
d) Protection and care for public property

4. What is one of the consequences of citizens failing to perform their duties and obligations?
a) Lack of orderliness in the state
b) Arrest by the government in authority when laws are broken
c) Lead to lawlessness
d) All of the above

5. The duty to support government programs is an example of a ________.
a) school duty
b) family duty
c) government duty
d) personal duty

6. What is one of the duties of citizens towards the government?
a) Stay informed of the issues affecting your community
b) Respect or loyalty to national symbols
c) Defend the country if the need should arise
d) All of the above

7. ________ is what citizens should do to protect and care for public property.
a) Respect the head of state and other authorities
b) Hospitality to visitors
c) Exercise of voting right
d) Protection and care for public property

8. One of the consequences of citizens failing to perform their duties and obligations is ________.
a) lack of development in the state
b) lack of orderliness in the state
c) arrest by the government in authority when laws are broken
d) all of the above

9. Which of the following is not a duty and obligation of citizens towards the government?
a) Pay taxes
b) Participate in your local community
c) Serve a jury when called upon
d) Disrespect the head of state and other authorities

10. The duty to exercise the voting right is an obligation of ________.
a) citizens
b) pupils
c) teachers
d) parents

11. What is one of the consequences of citizens failing to perform their duties and obligations?
a) Lack of orderliness in the state
b) State of oppression of the citizens by the government when they do not speak
c) Lack of development in the state
d) All of the above

12. The duty to respect or show loyalty to national symbols is an obligation of ________.
a) citizens
b) pupils
c) teachers
d) parents

13. What is one of the duties of citizens towards the government?
a) Pay taxes
b) Support government programs
c) Stay informed of the issues affecting your community
d) All of the above

14. Lack of orderliness in the state is one of the consequences of citizens failing to perform their duties and obligations.
a) True
b) False

15. The duty to defend the country if the need should arise is an obligation of ________.
a) citizens
b) pupils
c) teachers
d) parents

16. What is one of the consequences of citizens failing to perform their duties and obligations?
a) Lead to lawlessness
b) Lack of development in the state
c) Arrest by the government in authority when laws are broken
d) All of the above

17. The duty to participate in your local community is an obligation of ________.
a) citizens
b) pupils
c) teachers
d) parents

WEEK 4

TOPIC: PRESSURE GROUP

SUBTOPIC: IMPORTANCE OF PRESSURE GROUP

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1 .DEFINE PRESSURE GROUP

2. Mention the importance of pressure group

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: A chart

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

Definition of Pressure Group

A pressure group can be defined as an interest group which seeks to pursue its aim by influencing government to make decision that will provide favour for its members. It can also be seen as a group of people who share a common interest and they put pressure on government, in order to realize their aim. Pressure groups do not attempt to take control of government. In other words, pressure groups attempt to influence the policies of the government through pressure or persuasion, but do not attempt to feed their own candidate for election under their table. Therefore, pressure groups are more interested in the physics of government and not in capturing government.

The Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), the Nigeria Chambers Of Commerce (NCC), the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), are all pressure groups.

Types of Pressure Groups

Occupational Pressure Group: This type of pressure group is formed by people belonging to the same occupation. The main aim of this group is to improve the working conditions of their members e.g. Nigeria Union of Journalism (NUJ), Nigeria Bar Association (NBA).

Religious Pressure Groups: These are groups that are formed to protect the interest of religious bodies e.g. Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN),the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Muslim Student Association etc.
Religious Pressure Groups: These are also called business pressure groups. These groups are consist of business as well as trading organizations. Business pressure groups seems top influence the government and employers over matters like wages , working hours, general business/working condition. E.g. the Nigerian Chambers of Commerce (NCC), and the Nigeria Employers Constitute Assembly.
Promotional Pressure Groups: These groups are formed to promote certain course e.g the civil liberty organization, protects the rights of all Nigerians. They campaign for the defence of human rights and was formed to agitate for freedom of the masses .e.g. NBA gives free legal services to the less privileged in the society.
Social Pressure Groups: They are formed to promote the general welfare of their members. Some of these groups are Boys Scout, Girls Guide, Rotary Club, Old boys Association etc.
Religious Pressure Groups: This includes the Christians, Muslims, African traditional religion practitioners, etc.
Ethnic-oriented Pressure Groups: These groups comprise of members who are of the same racial background common ancestors and usually binded together by common language e.g. Urhobo Progressive Union, Egbe Omo Oduduwa.

Radical Pressure Groups: These include those that may use force if peaceful means are not available e.g. National association of Nigeria Students

IMPORTANCE OF PRESSURE GROUP

The following highlight the importance of pressure groups:

1. It promote discussion and debate and mobilize public opinion on key issues.

2. Perform a role of educating citizens about specific issues

3. Group can enhance democratic participation, pluralism, and diversity.

4. They provide important access point for those seeking redress of grievance

5. They represent minority who cannot represent themselves.

6. They act as check and balance to the power of executive government

7. Many group play an important role in implementing changes into public policies.

1. A pressure group can be defined as an interest group which seeks to pursue its aim by ____________ government to make decisions that will provide favor for its members.
a) controlling
b) influencing
c) challenging
d) ignoring

2. Pressure groups attempt to influence the policies of the government through __________ or persuasion.
a) force
b) negotiation
c) pressure
d) bribery

3. The Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), the Nigeria Chambers Of Commerce (NCC), the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), and Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) are all examples of ____________.
a) political parties
b) pressure groups
c) government agencies
d) trade unions

4. Occupational pressure groups are formed by people belonging to the same __________.
a) religion
b) occupation
c) age group
d) political party

5. Religious pressure groups are formed to protect the interests of __________ bodies.
a) educational
b) cultural
c) religious
d) social

6. Business pressure groups aim to influence the government and employers over matters like __________.
a) wages and working hours
b) healthcare and education
c) infrastructure development
d) environmental conservation

7. Promotional pressure groups are formed to promote __________ causes.
a) religious
b) political
c) social
d) economic

8. Social pressure groups promote the ___________ welfare of their members.
a) personal
b) economic
c) general
d) cultural

9. Ethnic-oriented pressure groups are formed by members who share a common __________ background.
a) racial
b) linguistic
c) educational
d) geographical

10. Radical pressure groups may resort to using __________ if peaceful means are not available.
a) negotiation
b) force
c) persuasion
d) compromise

11. Pressure groups promote discussion and debate and mobilize __________ opinion on key issues.
a) public
b) political
c) academic
d) private

12. One of the importance of pressure groups is that they provide an important access point for those seeking __________.
a) entertainment
b) employment
c) justice
d) education

13. Pressure groups represent __________ who cannot represent themselves.
a) majorities
b) politicians
c) minorities
d) governments

14. Pressure groups act as a check and balance to the power of the __________ government.
a) legislative
b) judicial
c) executive
d) local

15. Many pressure groups play an important role in implementing __________.
a) stability
b) change
c) tradition
d) isolation

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

1 .DEFINE PRESSURE GROUP

2. Mention the importance of pressure group

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

ASSIGNMENT

1.Explain the meaning of pressure group

2. give 5 examples of pressure group

WEEK 5

TOPIC: REPRESENTATIVE DEMOCRACY

SUBTOPIC: COMMUNICATING SOCIAL INJUSTICES TO LEADERS

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1. Explain the meaning of social injustices

2. Demonstrate how workers protest when they are not promptly paid

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: pupils textbook

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

MEANING OF SOCIAL INJUSTICE

Social injustice is a situation when some unfair practices are being carried in the society. some common injustices includes:

1. Discrimination

2. Ageism

3. Homophobia

4. Labor practices

5. Ethnicity

6. Orientation

COMMUNICATING SOCIAL INJUSTICES TO LEADERS

Communicating social injustices to our leaders is a way of saying enough is enough.

HOW WORKERS PROTEST AGAINST INADEQUATE PAYMENT

1. Demonstration

2. Strikes

3. Reduce production

4. Resignation

5. Protest

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

1. Explain the meaning of social injustices

2. Demonstrate how workers protest when they are not promptly paid

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

1. Social injustice is a situation when some unfair practices are being carried out in ________.
a) schools
b) workplaces
c) society
d) families

2. Discrimination is one of the common injustices that occur based on ________.
a) age
b) race
c) gender
d) religion

3. Ageism refers to the unfair treatment or prejudice against individuals based on their ________.
a) age
b) education
c) occupation
d) nationality

4. Homophobia is a form of social injustice related to ________.
a) discrimination against elderly people
b) discrimination based on sexual orientation
c) discrimination based on ethnicity
d) discrimination against people with disabilities

5. Labor practices can be a source of social injustice when workers experience ________.
a) discrimination
b) inadequate pay
c) limited opportunities for promotion
d) lack of training

6. Ethnicity is a factor that can contribute to ________.
a) social injustice
b) economic prosperity
c) cultural diversity
d) political stability

7. Orientation refers to social injustice related to ________.
a) sexual orientation
b) career choices
c) social status
d) political affiliation

8. Communicating social injustices to leaders is a way of expressing ________.
a) gratitude
b) concern
c) satisfaction
d) acceptance

9. Workers protest against inadequate payment through ________.
a) demonstrations
b) strikes
c) reducing production
d) resignation

10. Demonstrations are a form of protest that involves ________.
a) peaceful marches and gatherings
b) aggressive confrontations
c) online petitions
d) secret negotiations

11. Strikes are a form of protest where workers ________.
a) refuse to work
b) demand higher wages
c) organize social events
d) engage in public debates

12. Reducing production is a tactic used by workers to ________.
a) increase their workload
b) improve work conditions
c) lower product quality
d) decrease profitability

13. Resignation is a response by workers when they are dissatisfied with ________.
a) working hours
b) job security
c) company policies
d) salary and benefits

14. Protest is a broad term that encompasses various forms of ________.
a) social interaction
b) political engagement
c) collective action
d) personal expression

15. Communicating social injustices to leaders is a way to advocate for ________.
a) equality and fairness
b) personal interests
c) power and authority
d) social hierarchy

ASSIGNMENT

1.list some ways workers can protest against inadequate payment

WEEK 6

TOPIC: PRESSURE GROUP

SUBTOPIC: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF PRESSURE GROUP

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1. LIST THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF PRESSURE GROUP

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: pupils textbook

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

ADVANTAGES OF PRESSURE GROUP

1. Interest groups promote authentic freedom of expression.
2. You can explore new perspectives.
3. It is an effective way to balance the impact of governance.
4. Group efforts become usable platforms that facilitate change.
5. There is an emphasis on fairness at the local level.
6. It creates an opportunity to become community leaders..

7. There is a higher level of information access.
8. It is more affordable for the average person to lobby their government.
9. Interest groups can lobby for new legislation at any time.

Disadvantages of pressure group

1. The loudest voices usually win when interest groups are active.
2. It is an easy way to stall all legislative processes.

.3. Most interest groups only focus on a single topic.
4. Some interest groups promote harmful activities.
5. Interest group leaders do not always act in the best interest of everyone.
6. Governing systems can change because of interest groups.
7. Interest groups can focus more on the money than the outcome of their work.
8. Many interest groups do not elect their leadership.
9. Interest groups favor the incumbent.
10. Size works against the message of the interest group.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

1. LIST THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF PRESSURE GROUP

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

1. Interest groups promote authentic freedom of __________.
a) speech
b) religion
c) movement
d) expression

2. Exploring new perspectives is one of the advantages of __________.
a) pressure groups
b) government agencies
c) political parties
d) community organizations

3. Balancing the impact of governance is an effective way of __________.
a) interest groups
b) lobbying groups
c) advocacy groups
d) pressure groups

4. Group efforts become usable platforms that facilitate __________.
a) stability
b) progress
c) change
d) tradition

5. Emphasis on fairness at the local level is one of the advantages of __________.
a) interest groups
b) social clubs
c) labor unions
d) professional associations

6. Pressure groups create an opportunity to become __________ leaders.
a) national
b) global
c) community
d) religious

7. Access to higher levels of information is a benefit of __________.
a) pressure groups
b) political parties
c) government agencies
d) educational institutions

8. Lobbying the government is more affordable for the average person through __________.
a) pressure groups
b) trade unions
c) professional organizations
d) interest groups

9. Interest groups can lobby for new legislation __________.
a) at any time
b) during elections
c) during crises
d) after public debates

10. The loudest voices usually win when __________ are active.
a) pressure groups
b) government agencies
c) legislative bodies
d) judicial systems

11. Stalling legislative processes is a disadvantage of __________.
a) interest groups
b) political parties
c) community organizations
d) social clubs

12. Most interest groups only focus on a __________ topic.
a) single
b) broad
c) controversial
d) diverse

13. Promotion of harmful activities is a drawback of some __________.
a) interest groups
b) labor unions
c) advocacy groups
d) educational institutions

14. Interest group leaders do not always act in the best interest of __________.
a) themselves
b) the majority
c) the government
d) everyone

15. Size works against the message of the __________.
a) interest group
b) political party
c) government agency
d) community organization

ASSIGNMENT

1.List 5 advantages of pressure group

2. list 8 disadvantages of pressure group

WEEK 7

TOPIC: OUR ATTITUDE TO WORK

SUBTOPIC: MEANING OF HARDWORK AND LAZINESS

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

Define hard work and laziness
List what our attitude to work should be
List the advantages and disadvantages of hard work and laziness

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: pupils textbook

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

MEANING OF LAZINESS

Laziness is the quality of not being willing to work or use any effort:

Work is the activity which a person performs in order to earn a living. It involves the provision of goods and services which other people need in society. When you work, you solve some problems in society, and you should get paid for it.

OUR ATTITUDE TO WORK

The following are what our attitude to work should be:

1.We must learn to do a particular kind of work. We can do this by going to school. We can also learn a trade by learning directly from those who know and practise the trade.

2 We must learn to do our work with skill.

3 We must arrive at work early, even if we are self employed.

4 We must work hard in order to get the best results.

5 We should get the kind of work we love doing. We would find it easy to work hard and do our best, if we do what we love.

Advantages of hard work and disadvantages of laziness

Advantages of hard work include the following:

1 People who are hardworking solve problems and get paid for doing so.

2 Employers are happy with hardworking people and promote them.

3 Employers increase the salaries of hardworking staff.

4 Hardworking people are self-reliant. Being self-reliant is honorable.

5 Hardworking people find it easy to get better paying jobs.

Disadvantages of laziness

1 Lazy people do not get promoted at work.

2 Sometimes, lazy people get demoted at their place of work.

3 Lazy people get sacked from work.

4 Lazy people find it difficult to make a profit, especially when they are self employed.

5 Laziness could turn people to beggars. Begging is not honorable at all. It should be discouraged in society.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

Define hard work and laziness
List what our attitude to work should be
List the advantages and disadvantages of hard work and laziness

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

1. Laziness is the quality of not being willing to work or use any ________.
a) time
b) energy
c) money
d) effort

2. Work is the activity performed in order to earn a ________.
a) degree
b) promotion
c) living
d) reputation

3. Our attitude towards work should involve learning to do a particular kind of work through ________ or direct training.
a) experience
b) education
c) observation
d) imitation

4. Arriving at work ________ is a part of our attitude towards work.
a) late
b) early
c) on time
d) intermittently

5. Working hard is important in order to achieve ________ results.
a) satisfactory
b) quick
c) mediocre
d) minimal

6. Finding joy in the kind of work we do is beneficial as it motivates us to work hard and ________.
a) achieve success
b) change careers
c) take breaks
d) seek promotions

7. Advantages of hard work include solving problems and ________ for doing so.
a) getting promoted
b) gaining recognition
c) getting paid
d) earning respect

8. Employers appreciate and ________ hardworking individuals.
a) demote
b) dismiss
c) reward
d) ignore

9. Hardworking people often experience ________ in their salaries.
a) stability
b) stagnation
c) reduction
d) increase

10. Being self-reliant is seen as ________ for hardworking individuals.
a) admirable
b) unnecessary
c) burdensome
d) challenging

11. Hardworking individuals have better opportunities for ________ paying jobs.
a) more
b) less
c) similar
d) unrelated

12. Disadvantages of laziness include the lack of ________ at work.
a) promotions
b) recognition
c) motivation
d) discipline

13. Lazy individuals may face ________ or demotion at their place of work.
a) promotions
b) satisfaction
c) dismissal
d) rewards

14. Laziness can lead to ________ from work.
a) commendation
b) success
c) termination
d) satisfaction

15. Self-employed individuals who are lazy may struggle to make a ________.
a) loss
b) profit
c) difference
d) decision

ASSIGNMENT

1. What is laziness?

2. Mention 5 advantages of laziness

3. State 5 disadvantages of laziness

WEEK 9

TOPIC: CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATION

SUBTOPIC: Civil society organizations and their characteristics

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1. Define civil society

2. Suggest the characteristics of civil society

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: pupils textbook

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

Civil society organizations and their characteristics

Civil society organizations are social groups which are formed to promote the interests and values of the common citizens.

CHARACTERISTICS OF CIVIL SOCIETY

Their characteristics include the following:

1 Membership is voluntary.

2 They are autonomous from the government.

3 They express their ideas collectively.

4 Their demands are specific.

5 They do not intend to seize power from government.

6 The have rules.

7 They are not violent.

8 They respect the authority of government.

Examples of civil society organizations in Nigeria include the

1 Campaign for Democracy (CD).

2 Joint Action Committee (JACON).

3 Citizens Forum for Constitutional Reforms.

4 National Democratic Coalitions (NADECO).

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

1. Define civil society

2. Suggest the characteristics of civil society

1. Civil society organizations are social groups formed to promote the interests and values of ________ citizens.
a) government
b) powerful
c) common
d) influential

2. Membership in civil society organizations is ________.
a) mandatory
b) exclusive
c) voluntary
d) appointed

3. Civil society organizations are ________ from the government.
a) subordinate
b) autonomous
c) dependent
d) controlled

4. Ideas and opinions of civil society organizations are expressed ________.
a) individually
b) collectively
c) privately
d) anonymously

5. The demands of civil society organizations are ________.
a) general
b) vague
c) broad
d) specific

6. Civil society organizations do not seek to ________ from the government.
a) cooperate
b) challenge
c) seize power
d) negotiate

7. Civil society organizations have ________ that govern their operations.
a) guidelines
b) protocols
c) rules
d) regulations

8. Non-violence is a characteristic of civil society organizations as they are ________ in their approach.
a) peaceful
b) aggressive
c) confrontational
d) rebellious

9. Civil society organizations ________ the authority of the government.
a) question
b) undermine
c) respect
d) challenge

10. Examples of civil society organizations in Nigeria include the ________.
a) Campaign for Democracy (CD)
b) Joint Action Committee (JACON)
c) Citizens Forum for Constitutional Reforms
d) National Democratic Coalitions (NADECO)

11. Civil society organizations represent the interests of ________ citizens.
a) powerful
b) influential
c) marginalized
d) government officials

12. Civil society organizations operate based on principles of ________ and inclusivity.
a) secrecy
b) transparency
c) exclusion
d) hierarchy

13. The autonomy of civil society organizations allows them to ________ from government influence.
a) benefit
b) escape
c) seek
d) distance

14. Civil society organizations play a role in advocating for ________ and social change.
a) stability
b) resistance
c) power
d) justice

15. Civil society organizations serve as a platform for citizens to ________ their voices and concerns.
a) silence
b) amplify
c) suppress
d) ignore

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

ASSIGNMENT

1. List the characteristics of civil society

WEEK 10

TOPIC: MORAL EDUCATION

SUBTOPIC: How moral education can influence civil society organizations

BEHAVIOURAL OBJECTIVES: AT THE END OF THE LESSON, PUPILS SHOULD BE ABLE TO:

1. State the meaning of moral education

2. Mention some of the ways moral education can influence civil society

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: pupils textbook

REFERENCE MATERIALS

Scheme of work

All relevant materials

9-Years Basic Education Curriculum

Online information

BUILDING BACKGROUND/CONNECTION TO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE: Pupils are familiar with the topic in their previous classes.

CONTENT OF THE LESSON

How moral education can influence civil society organizations

Moral education teaches us about the principles and standards of good behaviour. It teaches about what is right and what is wrong.

PRINCIPLES THAT PROMOTE MORAL EDUCATION

1 Unity

2 Justice

3 Love

4 Honesty

5 Obedience

6 Hard work

7 Respect

8Loyalty

Civil society organizations are organizations that fight for social justice and equity. As a result, the values which moral education teaches are the same as those the civil society organizations promote in society. Therefore, moral education affects or influences the operations of civil society organizations.

STRATEGIES AND ACTIVITIES

The Teacher revises the previous week lesson.

The Teacher introduces the new topic.

The Teacher explains the note in details.

The Teacher gives room for pupils to ask questions.

The Teacher evaluates the pupils.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

1. State the meaning of moral education

2. Mention some of the ways moral education can influence civil society

WRAP-UP (CONCLUSION)

Teacher goes over the topic once again to enhance better understanding.

ASSIGNMENT

1. Mention some of the ways moral education can influence civil society.

1. Unity is one of the principles that promotes ________ education.
a) moral
b) academic
c) physical
d) vocational

2. Justice is a principle that emphasizes fairness and ________ in moral education.
a) equality
b) hierarchy
c) dominance
d) privilege

3. Love is a principle that promotes compassion and ________ in moral education.
a) empathy
b) detachment
c) indifference
d) selfishness

4. Honesty is a principle that emphasizes truthfulness and ________ in moral education.
a) deception
b) manipulation
c) integrity
d) dishonesty

5. Obedience is a principle that emphasizes following rules and ________ in moral education.
a) defiance
b) rebellion
c) compliance
d) resistance

6. Hard work is a principle that promotes diligence and ________ in moral education.
a) laziness
b) procrastination
c) perseverance
d) complacency

7. Respect is a principle that emphasizes consideration and ________ in moral education.
a) disrespect
b) rudeness
c) tolerance
d) arrogance

8. Loyalty is a principle that promotes devotion and ________ in moral education.
a) betrayal
b) treachery
c) commitment
d) indifference

9. Civil society organizations fight for ________ and equity in society.
a) unity
b) justice
c) love
d) honesty

10. The values promoted in moral education align with the values of ________ organizations.
a) academic
b) governmental
c) civil society
d) religious

11. Moral education influences the ________ of civil society organizations.
a) structure
b) operations
c) finances
d) goals

12. Civil society organizations promote the same values as those taught in ________ education.
a) vocational
b) physical
c) moral
d) artistic

13. Moral education aims to instill ________ values in individuals.
a) negative
b) destructive
c) immoral
d) positive

14. The principles of moral education contribute to the ________ of civil society organizations.
a) success
b) decline
c) disintegration
d) irrelevance

15. Moral education plays a role in shaping the ________ and actions of individuals involved in civil society organizations.
a) beliefs
b) prejudices
c) biases
d) values