**Lesson Plan: Inter-Ethnic Rivalry and the Issue of the Creation of States**
**Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 3 (SS3)
**Subject:** Government
**Topic:** Inter-Ethnic Rivalry and the Issue of the Creation of States
**Duration:** 90 minutes
**Learning Objectives:**
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the concept of inter-ethnic rivalry.
2. Explain how inter-ethnic rivalry influences political stability.
3. Analyze the historical context and reasons behind the demand for the creation of states.
4. Discuss the impact of state creation on inter-ethnic relations.
5. Evaluate various solutions to mitigate inter-ethnic rivalry within a country.
**Materials Needed:**
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and computer (for multimedia presentation)
- Handouts with key terms and discussion questions
- Case studies on inter-ethnic rivalry and state creation
- Notebooks and pens for students
**Lesson Structure:**
**Introduction (10 minutes)**
1. **Greeting and Roll Call:** Greet students and take attendance.
2. **Warm-Up Activity:** Ask students to name states in Nigeria (or another country of focus) and share what they know about how they were created.
3. **Objective Presentation:** Briefly introduce the lesson's objectives and why understanding inter-ethnic rivalry and state creation is important in governmental studies.
**Direct Instruction (20 minutes)**
1. **Lecture:** Provide an overview of inter-ethnic rivalry, including:
- Definitions and examples of ethnic groups
- Historical context of inter-ethnic rivalry
- The role of colonialism and post-colonial policies
2. **State Creation:**
- Explain reasons for the creation of states (e.g., administrative efficiency, political representation, economic development).
- Discuss specific examples of state creation, focusing on Nigeria as a case study.
**Multimedia Presentation (10 minutes)**
1. **Video:** Show a short video documentary (5-7 minutes) on inter-ethnic rivalry and state creation in Nigeria or another relevant country.
2. **Class Discussion:** Engage students with questions based on the video to connect visual content with key concepts.
**Group Activity (25 minutes)**
1. **Case Study Analysis:**
- Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a case study related to inter-ethnic rivalry and state creation.
- Instruct groups to read the case study and answer discussion questions provided in the handout.
**Group Discussion and Feedback (15 minutes)**
1. **Group Presentations:** Each group presents their case study analysis and findings to the class.
2. **Class Feedback:** Invite peers to ask questions and provide feedback on each group’s presentation.
**Conclusion (10 minutes)**
1. **Summary:** Summarize key points discussed in the lesson.
2. **Q&A Session:** Allow students to ask questions for clarification.
3. **Homework Assignment:** Assign a reflective essay on the following prompt: "Evaluate the impact of state creation on inter-ethnic relations and suggest strategies to address inter-ethnic rivalry in a multi-ethnic country."
**Assessment:**
1. **Formative:** Participation in class discussions and group activities.
2. **Summative:** Reflective essay on the provided prompt.
**Extension Activities:**
1. **Debate:** Organize a class debate on the merits and demerits of creating more states as a solution to inter-ethnic rivalry.
2. **Research Project:** Assign a research project where students choose a country other than Nigeria and investigate inter-ethnic rivalry and the issue of state creation there, presenting their findings to the class.
**Resources:**
1. **Textbook:** Relevant chapters from the recommended Government textbook.
2. **Articles and Case Studies:** Selected articles and case studies on inter-ethnic rivalry and state creation.
3. **Video Documentation:** Short documentaries and interviews available online.
**Notes for the Teacher:**
- Ensure that you create a supportive environment for respectful dialogue, especially given the sensitive nature of inter-ethnic relations.
- Be prepared to address any biases or misconceptions students may have on this topic.
- Use examples and case studies that are relevant to the students’ context to facilitate better understanding and engagement.
**Reflection:**
- After the lesson, reflect on what worked well and what can be improved for future lessons. Collect feedback from students to gauge their understanding and incorporate their suggestions into future lesson plans.