Understanding Negative Behaviour: A Threat to Society

Civic Education JSS 3 First Term Week 4 Lesson Notes

Subject: Civic Education
Class: JSS 3
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 12–13 years
Topic: Our Values: Negative Behaviour
Sub-topic: Meaning and Types of Negative Behaviour
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Define negative behaviour.
2. Identify and explain types of negative behaviour.
3. Understand the consequences of negative behaviour on individuals and society.
4. Suggest ways to avoid negative behaviours.

Keywords

• Negative Behaviour
• Deviant Behaviour
• Corruption
• Crime
• Drug Abuse

Set Induction

The teacher tells a brief story about someone who engaged in negative behaviour and faced consequences, asking students to share their thoughts on the story.

Entry Behaviour

Students are familiar with basic social values and understand the difference between right and wrong.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Flashcards showing types of negative behaviour
• Posters illustrating the effects of crime, drug abuse, and corruption

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Students have been taught about positive behaviours and societal norms in previous lessons.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Ethical Reasoning

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Civic Education textbooks

Reference Books

1. Lagos State Civic Education Curriculum
2. Civic Education for Junior Secondary Schools by Godwin Okocha

Instructional Materials

• Chart showing different types of negative behaviour
• Videos of social campaigns against drug abuse and corruption

Content

4.0 Meaning of Negative Behaviour

Negative behaviour refers to actions or attitudes that go against societal norms, values, and laws. It is a harmful or dangerous way of relating to society and is generally considered undesirable. Negative behaviour is also known as “deviant behaviour” because it deviates from what is acceptable in society.

Characteristics of Negative Behaviour:

1. It goes against societal values and traditions.
2. It disrupts the peace and harmony in communities.
3. It often violates rules, laws, or regulations.

Types of Negative Behaviour:

1. Bribery and Corruption: Accepting or giving money or favors to influence decisions unfairly.
2. Examination Malpractice: Cheating or engaging in dishonest practices during exams.
3. Drug Abuse: The misuse of drugs, leading to addiction and health problems.
4. Human Trafficking: The illegal trade of humans for forced labor or exploitation.
5. Cultism: Engaging in secret society activities that are harmful to individuals and communities.
6. Armed Robbery and Stealing: Using violence or force to steal from others.
7. Kidnapping: The act of taking someone against their will, often for ransom.
8. Religious Crisis: Conflicts or violence caused by religious intolerance.
9. Teenage Pregnancy: Early pregnancy among adolescents, which can have social and health consequences.
10. Dishonesty: The act of being untruthful or deceptive in one’s dealings.
11. Truancy: Habitual absence from school without a valid reason.
12. Electoral Fraud: Manipulating or interfering with elections to produce unfair results.
13. Get Rich Quick Syndrome: A mindset where individuals engage in illegal or immoral activities to become wealthy quickly.

15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options

1. Negative behaviour is also known as _____ behaviour.
   a) deviant
   b) positive
   c) lawful
   d) tolerant
2. Bribery involves giving or accepting _____ to influence decisions.
   a) food
   b) gifts
   c) money
   d) advice
3. _____ is when a student cheats during an examination.
   a) Hard work
   b) Examination malpractice
   c) Honesty
   d) Laziness
4. The illegal trade of humans for forced labor is called _____.
   a) human trafficking
   b) kidnapping
   c) corruption
   d) truancy
5. Drug abuse is the _____ use of drugs.
   a) legal
   b) correct
   c) incorrect
   d) honest
6. Armed robbery involves using _____ to steal from others.
   a) words
   b) violence
   c) kindness
   d) education
7. Cultism is associated with secret society _____.
   a) blessings
   b) membership
   c) activities
   d) training
8. _____ occurs when someone is taken by force for ransom.
   a) Honesty
   b) Trafficking
   c) Kidnapping
   d) Charity
9. Conflicts caused by religious intolerance are called _____.
   a) peace talks
   b) religious crisis
   c) love meetings
   d) cultural exchange
10. The habit of missing school without a valid reason is called _____.
    a) truancy
    b) honesty
    c) responsibility
    d) attendance

15 FAQs with Answers

1. What is negative behaviour?
   Negative behaviour refers to actions that go against societal norms and values.
2. Why is bribery a negative behaviour?
   Bribery leads to unfair decisions and encourages corruption.
3. What is examination malpractice?
   It is cheating or engaging in dishonest acts during exams.
4. How does drug abuse affect society?
   Drug abuse leads to health problems and increases crime rates.
5. What is human trafficking?
   Human trafficking is the illegal trade of people for forced labor or exploitation.
6. Why is cultism dangerous?
   Cultism leads to violence, crime, and disruption of peace in society.
7. What is the consequence of armed robbery?
   It causes fear, loss of property, and harm to victims.
8. What is the difference between kidnapping and human trafficking?
   Kidnapping involves taking someone for ransom, while trafficking involves selling people for labor or exploitation.
9. Why do religious crises occur?
   They occur due to intolerance and misunderstanding between different religious groups.
10. What is teenage pregnancy?
    It is when a girl under 18 becomes pregnant, often leading to social and health issues.
11. How can dishonesty affect relationships?
    Dishonesty destroys trust and damages relationships.
12. What is truancy?
    Truancy is when students skip school without a valid reason.
13. What is the impact of electoral fraud on democracy?
    Electoral fraud undermines the fairness and credibility of elections.
14. What is the get rich quick syndrome?
    It is a mindset where individuals want to become wealthy quickly, often through illegal means.
15. How can we avoid negative behaviours?
    By adhering to societal rules, values, and respecting the law.

Presentation Steps

Step 1:
Review the previous lesson on positive behaviours.

Step 2:
Introduce the topic by defining negative behaviour and its impact on society.

Step 3:
Engage students in a discussion about common negative behaviours they are aware of, such as examination malpractice or dishonesty. Correct any misconceptions and emphasize key points.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain the meaning and types of negative behaviour.
• Use flashcards and posters to highlight examples of negative behaviours.
• Lead discussions on how students can avoid negative behaviours.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen to the teacher’s explanation and take notes.
• Participate in the discussion by identifying examples of negative behaviour.
• Engage in group activities where they role-play situations involving negative and positive behaviours.

Assessment

10 Evaluation Questions

1. What is negative behaviour?
2. Mention two types of negative behaviour.
3. What is bribery and how does it affect society?
4. Define examination malpractice.
5. How does drug abuse harm individuals and society?
6. What is human trafficking?
7. Mention one consequence of armed robbery.
8. What is the effect of religious crisis on society?
9. Explain the term “truancy.”
10. How can we avoid engaging in negative behaviour?

Conclusion

The teacher summarizes the lesson by revisiting the meaning and types of negative behaviour. Feedback is provided to students based on their responses during the discussion. Homework is assigned to reinforce the lesson.

More Useful Links

• Right Attitudes To Work
• Right Attitudes To Work (Cont)