Democratic Processes and Practices Civic Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Subject : 

Civic Education

Term :

First Term

Week:

Week 8

Class :

Primary 3 / Basic 3 / Grade 3 /Year 3

 

Previous lesson : Pupils have previous knowledge of

 

Rights and Duties

 

that was taught in their previous lesson

 

Topic :

Democratic Processes and Practices

 

Behavioural objectives : By the end of the lesson , learners will be able to

• define democracy
• explain democratic processes

 

Instructional Materials :

• Wall charts
• Related Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Related 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

 

 

 

 

 

What is Democracy ?

Democracy is the system of government that is based on the majority rule .

It is a system whereby the people go to poll at regular intervals to choose their representatives through a manner that is suitable for them which is usually through election .

It is once said that democracy is the government of the people , by the people and for the people .

 

What are the features of Democracy ?

For any country to be totally democratic , the following features or characteristics must be presence .

1. Free and fair periodic election
2. The freedom of the press must be guaranteed
3. The fundamental human rights of every citizen must be well established , pronounced and protected
4. The existence of a rivalry political party that will serve as a watchdog to the party in power .

 

What are the democratic process ?

These are procedures or steps that are taken by members of a community or country in order to attain true democratic status .

The democratic procedures are highlighted below

1. Active and effective political participation in issues that shape our political coexistence .
2. Education and enlightenment of citizens on the need to invoke into live their universal adult suffrage
3. Petitioning and protesting when the need arise most especially when government policies become inhumane
4. Campaigning before elections in accordance with the provisions of the electoral body of the land
5. Need to register as a voter in order to exercise voting rights

 

 

What importance are the democratic process 

1. It creates awareness of the electoral process to the people
2. People have rights to decide in matters that affect them most through elections
3. Fundamental human rights are protected
4. Citizen are free to air their opinion .

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Presentation

 

The topic is presented step by step

 

Step 1:

The class teacher revises the previous topics

 

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

 

 

Step 4

The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.

The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.

He or she does the necessary corrections when and where  the needs arise.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Evaluation Theory 

1. Mention 2 importance of democratic process
2. define democracy
3. explain 4  democratic processes

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Evaluation Objectives

1. Democracy is a system of government based on ________ rule. a) Minority b) Majority c) Silent d) Random
2. In a democratic system, people choose their representatives through ________. a) Auction b) Election c) Dance d) Lottery
3. Democracy is often described as the government ________. a) Of the rich b) Of the elite c) Of the people d) Of the animals
4. What are the features or characteristics of a democratic country? a) Color and shape b) Free and fair elections c) Weather and climate d) Sports and entertainment
5. Which feature of democracy ensures that elections are not manipulated? a) The freedom of the press b) Free and fair periodic elections c) Dance and music d) Food and drink
6. What is the role of a rival political party in a democratic system? a) To rule the country b) To sing songs c) To serve as a watchdog d) To cook food
7. The democratic process includes active and effective political ________. a) Cooking b) Participation c) Sleeping d) Swimming
8. In a democracy, citizens have the right to ________ and protest. a) Laugh b) Sing c) Petition d) Dance
9. Before elections, political candidates engage in ________ to win votes. a) Dancing b) Singing c) Campaigning d) Painting
10. To vote in an election, citizens must register as a ________. a) Voter b) Singer c) Dancer d) Chef
11. Democracy creates awareness of the electoral process and the rights of ________. a) Elephants b) Citizens c) Birds d) Mountains
12. People can decide on matters that affect them through ________. a) Sports b) Elections c) Music d) Cooking
13. Fundamental human rights are protected in a ________ system. a) Music b) Dance c) Democratic d) Painting
14. In a democratic society, citizens are free to ________ their opinions. a) Share b) Hide c) Trade d) Plant
15. What is the main purpose of the democratic process? a) To create confusion b) To protect fundamental human rights c) To ban elections d) To discourage voting