### Lesson Plan: Civic Education for Junior Secondary 3
#### Topic: The 1989 Constitution
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**Objective:**
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the historical context and significance of the 1989 Constitution in Nigeria.
2. Identify the main features and provisions of the 1989 Constitution.
3. Analyze the reasons for the eventual non-implementation of the 1989 Constitution.
4. Compare the 1989 Constitution with previous and subsequent Nigerian constitutions.
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**Materials:**
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and computer (for presentation)
- Handouts with key points of the 1989 Constitution
- Copies of the 1989 Constitution (excerpts)
- Chart paper and markers
- Internet access for any online resources or videos
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**Lesson Duration:** 80 minutes
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### Lesson Procedure:
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**Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. **Greeting and Warm-Up:**
- Greet the students and briefly discuss the importance of understanding a country's constitution.
- Ice-breaker question: "What do you think makes a country's constitution important?"
2. **Setting the Context:**
- Provide a brief historical background of Nigeria leading up to the 1989 Constitution.
- Explain the significance of studying past constitutions.
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**Main Activities: (50 minutes)**
1. **Historical Context and Significance (10 minutes):**
- Discuss the military regime of General Ibrahim Babangida and the events leading up to the drafting of the 1989 Constitution.
- Highlight the political climate of Nigeria in the late 1980s.
2. **Key Features of the 1989 Constitution (15 minutes):**
- Present the main features of the 1989 Constitution using a slideshow or handouts.
- Focus on key elements such as the federal structure, powers of the executive, legislative branches, and fundamental human rights.
- Provide students with excerpts from the constitution for a brief read-through.
3. **Reasons for Non-Implementation (10 minutes):**
- Analyze the political and social reasons why the 1989 Constitution was never fully implemented.
- Discuss the annulled 1993 elections and their impact on the constitution.
4. **Comparative Analysis (15 minutes):**
- Compare the 1989 Constitution with previous (1979) and subsequent constitutions (1999).
- Use a chart paper to create a comparison table, listing differences and similarities.
- Allow students to contribute their thoughts and observations.
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**Conclusion and Review (15 minutes):**
- Recap the main points of the lesson.
- Ask students to summarize what they’ve learned about the 1989 Constitution.
- Engage in a brief Q&A session to clear any doubts.
- Assign homework: Write a short essay (200-250 words) on the importance of constitutional development in Nigeria’s political history.
**Closure (5 minutes):**
- Thank the students for their participation.
- Inform them about the next lesson’s topic.
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### Assessment:
1. **Class Participation:**
- Engage students through questions and active participation during the lesson.
2. **Homework Assignment:**
- Assess the essay for understanding and clarity on the topic discussed.
3. **Quiz:**
- Conduct a short quiz in the next class to evaluate retention and comprehension of the 1989 Constitution.
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### Additional Notes:
- Adapt the lesson based on the available resources and specific needs of the class.
- Consider incorporating interactive elements such as group discussions or role-playing for a more engaging session.
- Follow up with additional readings or resources for students interested in deeper exploration of the topic.
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This lesson plan aims to provide Junior Secondary 3 students with a comprehensive understanding of the 1989 Nigerian Constitution in a structured and engaging manner.