Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 2 - History - Developments Under El-kanemi And The Shehus

### Lesson Plan: Developments under El-Kanemi and the Shehus #### Target Group: Senior Secondary 2 Students (Grade 12) #### Subject: History #### Duration: 80 minutes --- ### Lesson Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to: 1. Understand and describe the significant developments under El-Kanemi and the Shehus. 2. Analyze the impact of these developments on the socio-political and economic structure of the region. 3. Discuss the legacy of El-Kanemi and the Shehus in contemporary times. ### Materials: - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and laptop - Handouts with key points - Primary source excerpts (letters, proclamations) - Map of the region - Video clip/documentary segment (if available) --- ### Lesson Structure: #### 1. Introduction (10 minutes) - **Greeting and Roll Call** - **Warm-up Activity**: Begin with a quick brainstorming session. Ask students what they know about the Kanem-Bornu Empire and any figures named El-Kanemi or the Shehus. - **Lesson Objectives**: Briefly outline what will be covered in the lesson. #### 2. Direct Instruction (25 minutes) - **Mini-Lecture**: Provide a structured overview covering: - Background of Kanem-Bornu Empire, focusing on pre-El-Kanemi period. - Introduction of Muhammad al-Amin al-Kanemi and his rise to power. - Key developments under El-Kanemi: - Military campaigns and defenses against the Fulani Jihad. - Administrative reforms and centralization of power. - Economic policies, including trade expansions and tax systems. - The Shehu dynasty: - Succession of El-Kanemi by his descendants. - Key Shehus and their contributions to stability and reforms. - Cultural and educational developments, including Islamic scholarship and establishment of schools. #### 3. Interactive Session (15 minutes) - **Group Activity**: Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a primary source excerpt or a specific topic (e.g., economic policies, military reforms). Allow groups to analyze and discuss the excerpts. - **Presentations**: Each group presents their findings briefly to the class. #### 4. Critical Thinking and Analysis (10 minutes) - **Class Discussion**: Facilitate a discussion on the impacts of El-Kanemi's and the Shehus' developments on the region. - Questions for Discussion: - How did the military reforms impact the stability of the region? - What were the economic outcomes of El-Kanemi’s policies? - How did the Shehus contribute to cultural and educational growth? - Are there any parallels between the historical developments under El-Kanemi and modern governance approaches? #### 5. Multimedia Segment (10 minutes) - **Video Clip**: Show a short documentary segment highlighting key events under El-Kanemi and the Shehus. - **Reflection**: Ask students to jot down their reflections on what they learned from the video. #### 6. Conclusion (5 minutes) - **Recap**: Summarize the main points discussed during the lesson. - **Q&A**: Address any questions or doubts students might have. #### 7. Assignments (5 minutes) - **Homework**: Write a short essay (1-2 pages) on one of the developments under El-Kanemi or the Shehus and its impact on the region. - **Reading Assignment**: Provide a list of supplementary readings for deeper understanding. ### Assessment: - **Formative Assessment**: Class participation, quality of group presentations, and engagement in discussions. - **Summative Assessment**: Homework essay and any quizzes or tests covering the topic in subsequent classes. --- ### Extension: - **Field Trip**: Plan a visit to a museum or a historical site related to the Kanem-Bornu Empire for a more immersive learning experience. - **Guest Speaker**: Arrange for a historian or an expert on African history to give a talk or hold a Q&A session with the students. --- ### Reflection: - After the lesson, gather student feedback and reflect on the effectiveness of the lesson. Adjust future lessons based on what worked well and what could be improved. --- **End of Lesson Plan**