Understanding Tribalism and Ethnicity Civic Education Primary 4 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Topic: Tribalism and Ethnicity

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

• Explain identity
• Analyze the meaning of tribalism

1. Explain Identity

• Identity: Who you are. It includes your name, family, culture, and where you come from.
  • Example: If your name is Ade, you might be from the Yoruba ethnic group in Nigeria.

2. Analyze the Meaning of Tribalism

• Tribalism: Strong loyalty to one’s tribe or ethnic group, sometimes causing conflicts with others.
  • Example: If people only help those from their own tribe and ignore others, it can lead to problems.

Detailed Explanation

1. Identity
   • Name: What people call you.
     • Example: Your name is Funke.
   • Family: The people you live with.
     • Example: Your parents, siblings, and relatives.
   • Culture: The traditions and customs you follow.
     • Example: Celebrating New Yam Festival if you are Igbo.
   • Origin: Where you come from.
     • Example: Lagos, if your family is from Lagos State.
2. Tribalism
   • Definition: When people favor their own tribe over others.
   • Problems Caused by Tribalism:
     • Conflict: Fighting between different tribes.
       • Example: Disputes between two villages.
     • Discrimination: Treating people unfairly because they are from another tribe.
       • Example: Not allowing someone to join a club because of their tribe.
     • Division: Breaking communities apart.
       • Example: Neighbors not talking to each other because they are from different tribes.

Examples of Tribalism and Ethnicity in Nigeria

• Yoruba: Mainly in the South-West.
  • Example: Speaking Yoruba language.
• Igbo: Mainly in the South-East.
  • Example: Celebrating Igbo traditional weddings.
• Hausa: Mainly in the North.
  • Example: Wearing Hausa traditional attire.

Importance of Understanding Identity and Tribalism

• Respect: Helps us respect each other’s differences.
• Unity: Promotes living together peacefully.
• Equality: Ensures everyone is treated fairly.

Evaluation Questions on Tribalism and Ethnicity

1. Identity includes your name, family, culture, and __________. a) money
   b) origin
   c) school
   d) friends
2. Tribalism means strong loyalty to one’s __________. a) country
   b) school
   c) tribe
   d) game
3. A person’s culture includes their __________. a) language
   b) height
   c) weight
   d) age
4. Treating someone unfairly because of their tribe is called __________. a) justice
   b) peace
   c) discrimination
   d) love
5. An example of identity is __________. a) running
   b) name
   c) singing
   d) drawing
6. Which ethnic group is mainly found in the South-West of Nigeria? a) Hausa
   b) Igbo
   c) Yoruba
   d) Fulani
7. Celebrating New Yam Festival is a tradition of the __________. a) Hausa
   b) Yoruba
   c) Igbo
   d) Fulani
8. Wearing traditional attire is an example of __________. a) identity
   b) food
   c) game
   d) job
9. Which ethnic group is known for wearing traditional Hausa attire? a) Yoruba
   b) Igbo
   c) Hausa
   d) Bini
10. Tribalism can cause __________ between different tribes. a) unity
    b) conflict
    c) friendship
    d) cooperation
11. The practice of living together peacefully is called __________. a) fighting
    b) discrimination
    c) peaceful co-existence
    d) arguing
12. The Igbo ethnic group is mainly found in the __________ of Nigeria. a) North
    b) South-East
    c) West
    d) Central
13. A community leader’s job is to promote __________ among different tribes. a) conflict
    b) discrimination
    c) unity
    d) competition
14. __________ can help solve problems caused by tribalism. a) Peace
    b) Fighting
    c) Arguing
    d) Ignoring
15. Treating everyone fairly regardless of their tribe promotes __________. a) peace
    b) conflict
    c) discrimination
    d) division

Class Activity Discussion on Tribalism and Ethnicity

1. What is identity?
   • Answer: Identity is who you are, including your name, family, culture, and where you come from.
2. What does tribalism mean?
   • Answer: Tribalism means strong loyalty to one’s tribe, often leading to conflicts with other tribes.
3. Why is identity important?
   • Answer: Identity helps us understand who we are and where we belong.
4. Can you give an example of identity?
   • Answer: An example of identity is your name and the language you speak at home.
5. What problems can tribalism cause?
   • Answer: Tribalism can cause conflicts, discrimination, and division among people.
6. How can we solve problems caused by tribalism?
   • Answer: By promoting unity, fairness, and respecting all tribes.
7. What is ethnicity?
   • Answer: Ethnicity refers to a group of people who share the same culture, language, and history.
8. Can you name an ethnic group in Nigeria?
   • Answer: The Yoruba is an ethnic group in Nigeria.
9. Why should we avoid tribalism?
   • Answer: To ensure peace and unity among different tribes.
10. What is peaceful co-existence?
    • Answer: Peaceful co-existence means living together without conflicts.
11. What role do community leaders play in stopping tribalism?
    • Answer: Community leaders promote unity and fairness among all tribes.
12. Can tribalism affect friendships?
    • Answer: Yes, tribalism can cause friends from different tribes to fight or stop being friends.
13. What should we do if we see tribalism happening?
    • Answer: We should speak up against it and promote fairness and unity.
14. Is it good to celebrate different cultures?
    • Answer: Yes, celebrating different cultures helps us learn and respect each other.
15. How can we show respect for other tribes?
    • Answer: By treating everyone equally and learning about their cultures.

Detailed Student-Centered Lesson Plan

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 4
Term: Third Term
Week: 8
Topic: Tribalism and Ethnicity
Sub-topic: Identity and Meaning of Tribalism
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Explain the concept of identity.
2. Analyze the meaning of tribalism.
3. Discuss the effects of tribalism.

Keywords

• Identity
• Tribalism
• Ethnicity
• Culture

Entry Behavior

Pupils should have basic knowledge of their own cultural background and that of their friends.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Charts showing different ethnic groups in Nigeria
• Pictures of traditional attire
• Flashcards with key terms

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss with pupils about their names, where they come from, and some cultural practices they know.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Social skills

Reference Books

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education for Primary Schools

Instructional Materials

• Flashcards
• Pictures
• Charts

Content

1. Identity: Explaining what makes each person unique (e.g., name, culture).
2. Tribalism: Discussing loyalty to one’s tribe and its effects.

Presentation

Step 1: Revising the Previous Topic (5 minutes)

The teacher revises the previous topic, “Consequences of Ethnicity,” reminding pupils of the key points. Duties of Community Leaders in Peaceful Co-existence Civic Education Primary 4 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Step 2: Introducing the New Topic (10 minutes)

The teacher introduces the new topic, “Tribalism and Ethnicity.”

• Identity: The teacher explains that identity includes our names, where we come from, our culture, and more.
• Tribalism: The teacher explains that tribalism is when people are very loyal to their tribe, sometimes causing conflicts.

Step 3: Pupil Contributions and Corrections (15 minutes)

• The teacher asks pupils to share their understanding of identity and tribalism.
• The teacher corrects any misunderstandings and provides additional examples.

Teacher’s Activities

• Display charts and pictures to illustrate identity and tribalism.
• Engage pupils with questions about their cultural practices.
• Provide examples of how tribalism can affect communities.

Learners’ Activities

• Pupils discuss their cultural identities.
• Pupils share examples of tribalism they have heard about or experienced.
• Pupils answer questions and participate in discussions.

Assessment (5 minutes)

• Oral questions and answers
• Pupils write down the key points learned

Evaluation Questions

1. What is identity?
2. Can you name one thing that makes up your identity?
3. What does tribalism mean?
4. How can tribalism cause problems?
5. Why is it important to respect all tribes?
6. What is one effect of tribalism?
7. How can we show respect for other cultures?
8. Name one way to solve problems caused by tribalism.
9. What is peaceful co-existence?
10. Why should we avoid tribalism?

Conclusion (5 minutes)

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and address any questions. The teacher reinforces the importance of understanding identity and avoiding tribalism to ensure unity and peace in the community.