- Class: Primary 2
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 8
- Age: 8 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: History
- Curriculum Theme: History
- Previous Lesson: Achievements of heroes and heroines
- Topic: Examples of Patriotic Democrats
- Content: Examples of patriotic democrats e.g. Moshood Kashimawo Abiola and his wife
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Identify and describe examples of patriotic democrats, such as Moshood Kashimawo Abiola and his wife.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the contributions of patriotic democrats to the development of democracy.
- Psychomotor Domain: Create simple drawings or posters representing patriotic democrats.
- Social Domain: Discuss the importance of being patriotic and democratic in group settings.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Britannica – 10 Democrats Who Made History
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures of Moshood Kashimawo Abiola and his wife
- Chart paper and markers
- Projector or poster board for visual aids
- Relevant textbooks
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the examples of patriotic democrats is important for pupils as it helps them recognize the significance of democracy and patriotism in their country. Learning about individuals who contributed to these ideals fosters a sense of national pride and encourages pupils to emulate positive democratic values.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils have learned about the achievements of heroes and heroines, which provides a foundation for understanding the contributions of patriotic democrats.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Learning Area:
Examples of Patriotic Democrats
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teachers Activity | Pupils Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 min | Direct Teaching | Set Induction | Greet pupils, introduce the topic, and explain its importance. | Listen attentively, ask questions | Understand the topic and its relevance |
| Step 2: Explanation | 10 min | Storytelling | Visual Aids | Show pictures and tell stories about Moshood Abiola and his wife. | Observe pictures, listen to stories, take notes | Learn about Moshood Abiola and his wife’s contributions |
| Step 3: Discussion | 5 min | Group Discussion | Questioning | Ask pupils questions about what they learned. | Participate in discussion, answer questions | Reinforce knowledge through discussion |
| Step 4: Activity | 10 min | Hands-on | Group Work | Guide pupils to create drawings or posters of patriotic democrats. | Draw and create posters in groups | Engage in creative expression related to the topic |
| Step 5: Note Taking | 5 min | Note Writing | Individual Work | Instruct pupils to copy notes into their notebooks. | Copy notes from the board | Record key information in their notebooks |
| Step 6: Evaluation | 3 min | Oral Questions | Recap | Ask evaluative questions to assess comprehension. | Answer questions | Assess understanding of the lesson objectives |
| Step 7: Conclusion | 2 min | Summary | Recap | Summarize the lesson and provide closing remarks. | Listen to the summary | Review and consolidate learning |
Lesson Content:
Examples of Patriotic Democrats
Patriotic democrats are individuals who love their country and support democracy. They work hard to make their country a better place for everyone. Some Patriotic Democrats are:
- Moshood Kashimawo Abiola: He was a Nigerian businessman, politician, and a strong supporter of democracy. He won the presidential election in 1993, which was later annulled.
- Kudirat Abiola: She was the wife of Moshood Abiola and an activist. She fought for democracy and justice in Nigeria.
- Nelson Mandela: Although not Nigerian, Mandela is a great example of a patriotic democrat who fought against apartheid in South Africa.
- Nnamdi Azikiwe: He was Nigeria’s first President and worked hard to establish democracy in the country.
- Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti: She was a Nigerian educator and political campaigner who fought for women’s rights and democracy.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Name two examples of patriotic democrats mentioned in the lesson.
- Describe one contribution of Moshood Abiola to democracy.
- Explain why Kudirat Abiola is remembered as a patriotic democrat.
- Discuss the importance of being patriotic and democratic.
- Create a simple drawing of Moshood Abiola or his wife.
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
