Examples and Explanations of Social Injustice Civic Education Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Understanding Social Injustice: Fairness and Equality Lesson for Primary 5

Lesson Plan Presentation: Civic Education Primary 5

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 5
Term: Third Term
Week: 6
Topic: Social Injustice
Sub-topic: Understanding Unfair Treatment
Duration: 45 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

• Students will understand the concept of social injustice.
• Students will identify examples of social injustice.
• Students will explain the impact of social injustice on individuals and communities.

Key Vocabulary Words:

1. Social injustice
2. Discrimination
3. Prejudice
4. Inequality

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Textbooks: “Civic Education for Primary Schools” by Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Whiteboard and markers
• Visual aids (pictures depicting social injustice)
• Worksheets for group activities

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge:

• Recap on previous lessons about fairness and equality.
• Discussion on real-life scenarios where unfair treatment occurs.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Empathy

Content:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Review previous lessons on fairness and equality.
   • Introduce the concept of social injustice.
2. Definition and Examples (10 minutes):
   • Define social injustice as unfair treatment based on factors like race, gender, or social class.
   • Provide examples of discrimination, prejudice, and inequality.
3. Impact (10 minutes):
   • Discuss how social injustice affects individuals and communities.
   • Use real-life examples to illustrate the impact of unfair treatment.
4. Discussion (10 minutes):
   • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to social injustice.
   • Facilitate a group discussion on ways to address and prevent social injustice.
5. Conclusion (5 minutes):
   • Summarize key points discussed during the lesson.
   • Emphasize the importance of standing up against social injustice and promoting fairness and equality.

Examples of Social Injustice:

1. Discrimination: 🚫 Treating someone unfairly because of their race, gender, or religion.
2. Prejudice: 🤚 Holding negative beliefs about someone based on stereotypes, without knowing them.
3. Inequality: ⚖️ Not giving everyone the same opportunities or rights.

Explanation of Examples:

1. Discrimination: When a person is not given a job because of their skin color, it’s discrimination.
2. Prejudice: If someone thinks all girls are bad at sports without knowing them, it’s prejudice.
3. Inequality: When only rich kids can go to a good school, it’s inequality.

Class Activity Discussion about Social Injustice:

1. What are examples of social injustice?
   • Examples include discrimination, prejudice, and inequality.
2. What is discrimination?
   • Discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly because of their race, gender, or religion.
3. Can you give an example of discrimination?
   • Sure! If someone is not given a job because of their skin color, it’s discrimination.
4. What is prejudice?
   • Prejudice is having negative opinions about others based on stereotypes.
5. How does prejudice affect people?
   • Prejudice can lead to unfair treatment and hurtful feelings.
6. What is inequality?
   • Inequality means not treating everyone equally or giving everyone the same opportunities.
7. Can you explain inequality with an example?
   • Of course! When only rich kids can go to a good school, it’s inequality.
8. How does inequality affect society?
   • Inequality can lead to unfairness and unequal access to resources.
9. Why is it important to address social injustice?
   • It’s important because everyone deserves to be treated fairly and have the same opportunities.
10. What can we do to address social injustice?
    • We can speak out against unfair treatment, support each other, and work towards creating a more equal society.
11. How can discrimination affect someone’s life?
    • Discrimination can limit someone’s opportunities and make them feel excluded or unwelcome.
12. What role does prejudice play in social injustice?
    • Prejudice can lead to unfair treatment and stereotypes that harm individuals and communities.
13. What are some ways we can promote equality?
    • We can treat everyone with kindness and respect, and stand up against unfair treatment.
14. How does social injustice impact communities?
    • Social injustice can create division and tension within communities and limit people’s ability to thrive.
15. What can individuals do to address social injustice in their own lives?
    • Individuals can educate themselves, speak out against unfairness, and support efforts to create positive change.

Evaluation

1. Discrimination happens when someone is treated unfairly because of their ____.
   a) age
   b) race
   c) hobby
   d) height
2. Prejudice is when people have ____ opinions about others based on stereotypes.
   a) fair
   b) negative
   c) happy
   d) helpful
3. Inequality means not treating everyone _____.
   a) nicely
   b) equally
   c) differently
   d) unfairly
4. When someone is not given a job because of their race, it’s an example of ____.
   a) fairness
   b) kindness
   c) discrimination
   d) equality
5. If someone thinks all boys are good at math without knowing them, it’s an example of ____.
   a) equality
   b) prejudice
   c) kindness
   d) diversity
6. When only rich kids can go to a good school, it’s an example of ____.
   a) discrimination
   b) equality
   c) inequality
   d) fairness
7. Discrimination can happen based on factors like ____.
   a) height
   b) religion
   c) shoe size
   d) favorite color
8. Prejudice is based on ____ about people, not facts.
   a) facts
   b) stereotypes
   c) kindness
   d) fairness
9. Inequality means not giving everyone the ____ opportunities.
   a) same
   b) different
   c) best
   d) none
10. If someone is treated differently because of their gender, it’s an example of ____.
    a) equality
    b) fairness
    c) discrimination
    d) prejudice
11. Discrimination can happen in places like ____.
    a) parks
    b) schools
    c) zoos
    d) beaches
12. Prejudice is when someone judges others without ____ them first.
    a) knowing
    b) liking
    c) seeing
    d) helping
13. Inequality means some people have more ____ than others.
    a) friends
    b) toys
    c) opportunities
    d) food
14. Discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly because of their ____.
    a) skills
    b) hair color
    c) nationality
    d) kindness
15. Prejudice can lead to ____ feelings between people.
    a) happy
    b) kind
    c) negative
    d) helpful

Presentation:

• Use visual aids and real-life examples to make the topic engaging and relatable.
• Encourage active participation through group discussions and interactive activities.

Step 1:

• Review the previous lesson on fairness and Equality.
• The Concept of Social Injustice Civic Education Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 5
• Ask students to share any examples of fairness or unfairness they have experienced.

Step 2:

• Introduce the new topic of social injustice and define key terms.
• Present examples of social injustice using visual aids.

Step 3:

• Allow students to share their own examples of social injustice.
• Correct any misconceptions and facilitate a discussion on the impact of unfair treatment.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Present the lesson content using clear and simple language.
• Encourage participation and engagement through interactive activities.
• Provide guidance and support during group discussions.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen attentively to the teacher’s explanation.
• Participate in group discussions and share personal experiences.
• Complete worksheets or activities related to the topic.

Assessment:

• Monitor students’ participation and understanding during discussions.
• Review completed worksheets or activities for comprehension and accuracy.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is social injustice?
2. Can you give an example of discrimination?
3. How does social injustice affect individuals?
4. Why is it important to address social injustice?
5. What are some ways to prevent social injustice?
6. Define prejudice.
7. Explain the impact of inequality on communities.
8. How can we promote fairness and equality?
9. What role does empathy play in addressing social injustice?
10. Share a personal experience related to social injustice.

Conclusion:

• Review key points covered during the lesson.
• Encourage students to reflect on ways they can promote fairness and equality in their daily lives.
• Provide feedback and corrections as needed to reinforce learning.

Understanding Social Injustice for Fairness and Equality