SS3 First Term Government Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS3 First Term Government Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
SS3 First Term Government Lesson Note and Scheme of Work
Week 1: Introduction to Government
Lesson Note: Define government and its importance.
Scheme of Work: Overview of types of government (democracy, monarchy, etc.)
Activities: Group discussion on the role of government in society.
Week 2: Historical Evolution of Government
Lesson Note: Explore the historical development of government.
Scheme of Work: Study ancient civilizations and their political structures.
Activities: Research and present on a chosen civilization.
Week 3: Nigerian Pre-colonial Political Systems
Lesson Note: Examine the political systems before colonialism.
Scheme of Work: Detailed study of pre-colonial political entities.
Activities: Role-play depicting pre-colonial political structures.
Week 4: Colonialism and Impact on Governance
Lesson Note: Analyze the impact of colonial rule on governance.
Scheme of Work: Discuss the introduction of colonial structures.
Activities: Group projects on the effects of colonialism on local governance.
Week 5: Independence and Nationhood
Lesson Note: Explore the process of gaining independence.
Scheme of Work: Study the post-independence political landscape.
Activities: Class debate on the challenges faced by newly independent nations.
Week 6: Constitutional Development in Nigeria
Lesson Note: Examine the evolution of the Nigerian constitution.
Scheme of Work: Review key amendments and milestones.
Activities: Analyze a specific constitutional amendment in groups.
Week 7: Federalism and State Structures
Lesson Note: Discuss the concept of federalism in Nigeria.
Scheme of Work: Study the structure of states and their governments.
Activities: Create a diagram illustrating the Nigerian federal structure.
Week 8: Political Parties and Elections
Lesson Note: Explore the role of political parties in governance.
Scheme of Work: Study election processes and systems.
Activities: Simulate a mock election within the class.
Week 9: Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances
Lesson Note: Examine the principles of separation of powers.
Scheme of Work: Discuss the system of checks and balances.
Activities: Role-play scenarios illustrating checks and balances.
Week 10: Local Government Administration
Lesson Note: Study the functions and structure of local governments.
Scheme of Work: Examine the importance of grassroots governance.
Activities: Visit a local government office or invite a local official for a talk.
Week 11: Revision Week
Lesson Note: Review key concepts covered in the term.
Scheme of Work: Prepare for a comprehensive review.
Activities: Group discussions, quiz, and review sessions.
Week 12: Examination Week
Lesson Note: Conduct and review examinations.
Scheme of Work: Evaluation and grading of assessments.
Activities: Exam preparation and formal assessments.
Week 13: School Dismissal Week
Lesson Note: Wrap up the term, summarizing key takeaways.
Scheme of Work: Reflect on the term’s learnings.
Activities: End-of-term reflections, student feedback, and dismissal preparations.