## Lesson Plan: London Constitutional Conference of 1957 & Lagos Constitutional Conference of 1958
### Grade Level:
Senior Secondary 2
### Subject:
Government
### Duration:
90 Minutes
### Topic:
London Constitutional Conference of 1957 & Lagos Constitutional Conference of 1958
### Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
1. Understand the significance of the London Constitutional Conference of 1957.
2. Discuss the outcomes and impacts of the Lagos Constitutional Conference of 1958.
3. Analyze the role of these conferences in Nigeria's road to independence.
### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and laptop
- Copies of primary source documents from the conferences (if available)
- Handouts summarizing key points of each conference
- Chart paper and markers for group activities
### Lesson Structure:
1. **Introduction (15 minutes)**
- **Begin with a Warm-Up Activity**: Ask students what they know about Nigeria’s path to independence. Gather their thoughts and write key points on the whiteboard.
- **Present Objectives**: Clearly state what students are expected to learn and why it is important to understand the London Constitutional Conference of 1957 and Lagos Constitutional Conference of 1958.
2. **Lecture (20 minutes)**
- **London Constitutional Conference of 1957**:
- Discuss the background leading up to the conference.
- Highlight key figures, objectives, and outcomes.
- [Project] Display relevant images, dates, and documents.
- **Lagos Constitutional Conference of 1958**:
- Provide context: the need for further discussion after the London Conference.
- Outline the main discussions, participants, and resolutions.
- [Project] Show timelines and crucial decisions made.
3. **Interactive Session (15 minutes)**
- Engage students with questions:
- What were the major issues debated at these conferences?
- How did the outcomes of these conferences influence Nigeria's political development?
- Encourage discussion and let students share their thoughts.
4. **Group Activity (20 minutes)**
- Divide students into groups and assign each group a specific aspect of either the London or Lagos Conference.
- Ask them to create a poster or a short presentation summarizing:
- Key objectives
- Major participants
- Outcomes and impacts
- Their analysis and thoughts on how these conferences influenced Nigeria’s path to independence
5. **Presentation (15 minutes)**
- Each group presents their work to the class.
- Allow time for questions and feedback after each presentation.
6. **Conclusion (5 minutes)**
- Summarize key points from the lesson.
- Emphasize the importance of the conferences in Nigeria's journey to independence.
- Hand out a brief quiz to assess student understanding.
7. **Homework Assignment**
- Write an essay on the importance of the London and Lagos Constitutional Conferences in Nigeria's quest for independence. Focus on comparing and contrasting the outcomes and their political implications.
### Assessment:
- Participation in group activities and discussion.
- Evaluation of posters/presentations based on clarity, accuracy, and completeness.
- Quiz at the end of the lesson.
- Homework essay assignment.
### Additional Notes:
- Ensure an inclusive classroom environment where every student feels comfortable to participate.
- Provide additional resources: books, articles, and online content for students interested in further reading.
- Encourage critical thinking by asking students to consider alternative outcomes and scenarios.