Elements of Security: Authenticity Security Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Security Education Primary 3 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Subject: Security Education
Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 8 years
Topic: Elements of Security: Authenticity
Sub-topic: Understanding Authenticity
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Explain authenticity.
- Outline the importance of authenticity.
Keywords: Authenticity, Security, Genuine, Real
Set Induction: Begin by asking pupils if they have ever checked if a product is real or fake.
Entry Behaviour: Pupils have a basic understanding of real vs. fake items.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Stories about identifying real vs. fake items
- Flashcards with keywords
- Pictures showing acts of authenticity
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge: Connect to pupils’ experiences of identifying real products or information.
Embedded Core Skills: Critical thinking, Communication, Understanding concepts
Learning Materials: Lagos State Scheme of Work, stories, flashcards, pictures
Instructional Materials: Whiteboard, markers, stories, flashcards
Content:
Explanation of the Topic:
- Meaning of Authenticity:
- Authenticity means being genuine and real.
- Example: A real diamond vs. a fake diamond.
- Importance of Authenticity:
- Ensures information and items are genuine.
- Builds trust and reliability.
- Prevents deception and fraud.
Evaluation
- Authenticity means being _______.
a) Fake
b) Genuine
c) Lost
d) Hidden - A real diamond is an example of _______.
a) Fake
b) Authenticity
c) Fraud
d) Deception - Authenticity helps to build _______.
a) Doubt
b) Trust
c) Lies
d) Secrets - Authenticity ensures information is _______.
a) Fake
b) Genuine
c) Lost
d) Hidden - Authenticity prevents _______ and fraud.
a) Trust
b) Deception
c) Honesty
d) Sharing - A person with authenticity is _______.
a) Fake
b) Genuine
c) Untrustworthy
d) Secretive - Authenticity is important for maintaining _______.
a) Trust
b) Lies
c) Secrets
d) Deception - Checking if a product is real is ensuring its _______.
a) Fraud
b) Authenticity
c) Lies
d) Doubt - A fake item lacks _______.
a) Trust
b) Authenticity
c) Information
d) Security - Keeping information real shows _______.
a) Integrity
b) Trust
c) Authenticity
d) Deception - Authenticity means not being _______.
a) Fake
b) Real
c) Secretive
d) Reliable - Authenticity builds _______ among people.
a) Doubt
b) Trust
c) Lies
d) Deception - Keeping items genuine is called _______.
a) Sharing
b) Publicizing
c) Authenticity
d) Misusing - Authenticity prevents _______ of fake information.
a) Sharing
b) Protection
c) Spread
d) Trust - Respecting authenticity is a part of _______.
a) Integrity
b) Trust
c) Sharing
d) Honesty
Class Activity Discussion
- What is authenticity? Authenticity means being genuine and real.
- Why is authenticity important? It ensures information and items are genuine and builds trust.
- How does authenticity help in security? It prevents deception and fraud.
- Can you give an example of authenticity? A real diamond vs. a fake diamond.
- What happens if authenticity is lacking? Trust can be lost and information can be misused.
- Why is trust important in authenticity? Trust ensures that people can rely on the genuineness of information and items.
- How can authenticity prevent fraud? By ensuring information and items are genuine, it prevents others from being deceived.
- What does it mean to keep information genuine? It means ensuring that information is real and not fake.
- Can authenticity be shown in small actions? Yes, even small acts of keeping items real show authenticity.
- Why is authenticity needed in everyday life? It helps maintain trust and reliability in relationships and transactions.
- How does authenticity relate to genuineness? Authenticity ensures that items and information are genuine and real.
- Can authenticity be taught? Yes, through examples and encouraging the verification of information and items.
- What is the opposite of authenticity? Fakeness or deception.
- Why should we practice authenticity? To build trust and ensure the genuineness of information and items.
- How can we show authenticity in school? By ensuring our work is genuine and not copied from others.
Presentation:
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Confidentiality.”
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining the meaning of authenticity and its importance.
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects them when and where necessary.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Explain the meaning of authenticity with examples.
- Discuss why authenticity is important.
- Show stories and flashcards to illustrate authenticity.
Learners’ Activities:
- Listen attentively to the teacher’s explanations.
- Participate in the discussion by sharing their ideas about authenticity.
- Answer questions about the importance of authenticity.
Assessment:
- Pupils will answer the fill-in-the-blank questions.
- Pupils will discuss and provide examples of authenticity.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is authenticity?
- Why is authenticity important?
- Give an example of authenticity.
- How does authenticity help in security?
- What happens if authenticity is lacking?
- Why is trust important in authenticity?
- How can authenticity prevent fraud?
- What does it mean to keep information genuine?
- Can authenticity be shown in small actions?
- Why is authenticity needed in everyday life?
Conclusion: The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work and provides necessary feedback on the topic.
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