Definition and Meaning of National Honors Awards Civic Education Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Civic Education Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Subject: Civic Education
Class: Primary 6
Term: First Term
Week: 1
Age: 11 years
Topic: Readiness Test / Loyalty & National Honors Awards
Sub-topic: Definition and Meaning of National Honors Awards
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Explain the concept of national honors awards.
2. Mention the types of national honors awards, e.g., OFR, CON, GCON, etc.
3. Describe the types of national honors awards.

Keywords

• National Honors
• Awards
• Loyalty
• OFR (Order of the Federal Republic)
• CON (Commander of the Order of the Niger)
• GCON (Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger)

Set Induction

The teacher will begin the lesson by asking the pupils if they know any famous person in Nigeria who has received a special award from the government. This will capture their interest and introduce the topic of national honors.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with the concept of awards and recognitions in various forms, such as school prizes, sports medals, and so on.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Images of national honors awards
• Pictures of famous Nigerian personalities who have received these awards
• A list of the different types of national honors awards

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

The teacher will ask the pupils about any awards or prizes they have received and how it made them feel. This discussion will help them understand the significance of national honors awards.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Civic responsibility

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Printed materials with descriptions of the types of national honors awards
• Visual aids showing the medals and certificates associated with these awards

Content

Definition and Meaning of National Honors Awards

1. National Honors Awards are special recognitions given by the government to individuals who have made significant contributions to the country.
2. These awards are meant to honor citizens who have shown great loyalty and service to Nigeria.
3. The awards are given by the President of Nigeria, usually on Independence Day, October 1st.
4. Each award comes with a medal and a certificate of honor.
5. These awards encourage others to work hard for the betterment of the country.

Types of National Honors Awards

1. OFR (Order of the Federal Republic): This is awarded to individuals who have rendered outstanding service to the nation.
2. CON (Commander of the Order of the Niger): Given to people who have shown exceptional service in their field of work.
3. GCON (Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger): This is one of the highest honors and is usually given to top government officials and dignitaries.
4. MFR (Member of the Order of the Federal Republic): Recognizes individuals for their significant contributions to the country.
5. GCFR (Grand Commander of the Federal Republic): The highest national honor, usually given to the President and other highly distinguished persons.

1. Hard work
2. Obedience
3. Patriotism
4. Encouragement
5. Meritorious service
6. Outstanding feat
7. Selfless service
8. Faithfulness
9. Honesty
10. Loyalty

Evaluation

Fill in the blank with the correct option (a, b, c, or d):

1. National honors awards are given by the __________ of Nigeria. a) President
   b) Governor
   c) Mayor
   d) Minister
2. The OFR stands for __________. a) Order of the Freedom of Republic
   b) Order of the Federal Republic
   c) Office of the Federal Republic
   d) Order of the Federal Recognition
3. Which award is the highest national honor in Nigeria? a) OFR
   b) GCON
   c) GCFR
   d) CON
4. The CON award is given to people who show __________. a) disloyalty
   b) exceptional service
   c) average service
   d) poor service
5. National honors awards are given on __________. a) Christmas Day
   b) New Year’s Day
   c) Independence Day
   d) Children’s Day
6. __________ is one of the lowest honors. a) GCFR
   b) MFR
   c) GCON
   d) OFR
7. National honors awards come with __________. a) a house
   b) a car
   c) a medal and certificate
   d) money
8. The __________ award is given for service in the field of work. a) GCON
   b) CON
   c) OFR
   d) GCFR
9. National honors awards are given to people who have contributed to __________. a) their family only
   b) their community only
   c) the entire nation
   d) their friends
10. The GCON award is given to __________. a) students
    b) top government officials
    c) teachers
    d) children
11. National honors awards promote __________. a) laziness
    b) hard work
    c) dishonesty
    d) selfishness
12. OFR, CON, and GCON are types of __________. a) games
    b) sports
    c) national honors awards
    d) books
13. The __________ is the leader of the country who gives out the awards. a) principal
    b) president
    c) doctor
    d) teacher
14. The national honors award ceremony is usually held in __________. a) Abuja
    b) Lagos
    c) Kano
    d) Ibadan
15. National honors awards recognize __________ service. a) weak
    b) outstanding
    c) small
    d) ordinary

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is the purpose of national honors awards?
   • National honors awards are given to recognize and appreciate citizens who have made significant contributions to Nigeria.
2. Who gives out the national honors awards in Nigeria?
   • The President of Nigeria.
3. On what date are these awards usually given?
   • On Independence Day, October 1st.
4. Name one type of national honor award.
   • OFR (Order of the Federal Republic).
5. What does GCON stand for?
   • Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger.
6. Who can receive a GCFR award?
   • The President and other highly distinguished persons.
7. What is given along with the national honors awards?
   • A medal and a certificate.
8. Why are national honors awards important?
   • They encourage people to work hard and contribute positively to the nation.
9. What type of service does the CON award recognize?
   • Exceptional service in the field of work.
10. How do national honors awards promote loyalty?
    • By recognizing and rewarding those who serve the nation, it encourages others to be loyal.
11. What do you think would happen if there were no national honors awards?
    • People might feel less motivated to contribute significantly to the country.
12. Can children receive national honors awards?
    • No, they are usually given to adults who have made significant contributions.
13. How do you think recipients feel when they receive these awards?
    • They feel honored and proud of their contributions.
14. What do the letters “OFR” stand for?
    • Order of the Federal Republic.
15. How does the government decide who gets these awards?
    • Through a selection process based on the individual’s contributions to the country.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, which was on “Rights and Duties of Citizens.”
Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic as follows: “Today, we will learn about national honors awards, their meaning, and the different types.”
Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions on what they know about awards, and the teacher corrects and explains further where necessary.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain the meaning and significance of national honors awards.
• Discuss the types of national honors awards with examples.
• Encourage pupils to participate in the class discussion.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen attentively to the teacher.
• Ask questions about the topic.
• Participate in the discussion by sharing their thoughts on awards.

Assessment

Evaluation Questions:

1. What are national honors awards?
2. Who gives out national honors awards in Nigeria?
3. Name two types of national honors awards.
4. On what date are these awards usually given?
5. What does the acronym “GCON” stand for?
6. Why are national honors awards important?
7. What do recipients receive along with the award?
8. Who usually receives the GCFR award?
9. How do national honors awards encourage loyalty?
10. What does “OFR” stand for?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to mark the pupils’ work, provides feedback, and answers any remaining questions about the topic.