### Lesson Plan: The First Republic 1960-1966 - Social and Economic Developments
**Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 2
**Subject:** History
**Duration:** 1 hour 30 minutes
**Topic:** The First Republic 1960-1966: Social and Economic Developments
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#### Learning Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the social and economic conditions of Nigeria during the First Republic.
2. Identify significant social changes that occurred from 1960-1966.
3. Evaluate the economic developments and challenges faced during this period.
4. Discuss the impact of these developments on contemporary Nigeria.
#### Materials Needed:
- PowerPoint presentation or slides
- Handouts with key information and timelines
- Markers and whiteboard
- Video documentary segment on the First Republic (optional)
- Map of Nigeria
#### Lesson Outline:
**Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Welcome and Attendance**
2. **Hook/Engagement:** Show a brief video clip or photos from the First Republic era (1960-1966) to spark interest.
3. **Objective Overview:** Clearly outline the objectives and what students are expected to learn by the end of the lesson.
**Instruction (30 minutes)**
1. **Lecture:**
- **Background Information:** Provide a brief overview of Nigeria's independence in 1960 and the establishment of the First Republic.
- **Key Figures:** Introduce key political figures of the time (e.g., Nnamdi Azikiwe, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa) and their roles in the government.
- **Social Developments:** Discuss issues like urbanization, education expansion, and cultural identity.
- Rise in literacy rates and establishment of universities.
- Changes in traditional customs and the influence of Western culture.
- **Economic Developments:**
- Infrastructure projects (transportation, telecommunications).
- Key industries (agriculture, oil, and mining).
- Challenges: regional economic inequalities, corruption, and mismanagement.
**Guided Practice (20 minutes)**
1. **Group Activity:**
- Divide students into small groups and assign each group a specific social or economic aspect to research and discuss.
- Provide each group with a handout containing questions and data to guide their discussion.
- Students will then prepare a short presentation (3-5 minutes) to share their findings with the class.
**Independent Practice (15 minutes)**
1. **Writing Activity:**
- Have students write a one-page reflection on one of the following prompts:
- How did social developments during the First Republic impact the different regions of Nigeria?
- What were the most significant economic challenges faced by Nigeria from 1960-1966?
- Compare and contrast the economic policies of the First Republic with those of contemporary Nigeria.
**Assessment (10 minutes)**
1. **Q&A Session:**
- Allow students to ask questions about the material covered.
- Assess understanding through targeted questions about key points discussed during the lecture and group activity.
**Conclusion (5 minutes)**
1. **Recap:** Summarize the key points of the lesson.
2. **Feedback:** Ask students to share one new thing they learned.
3. **Homework:** Assign a reading or research task related to the next lesson topic.
#### Additional Resources:
1. Books and articles on Nigeria's First Republic.
2. Online databases with historical economic data.
3. Interviews or speeches from influential leaders of the time.
#### Lesson Follow-Up:
- **Next Lesson Topic:** Political Challenges and Military Interventions
- **Preparation:** Students should read the assigned materials and come prepared to discuss the reasons behind the collapse of the First Republic.
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This plan should give a thorough understanding of the social and economic landscape of Nigeria during the First Republic, while also encouraging critical thinking and engagement.