### Lesson Plan: Formation of Political Parties and Associations in Africa
**Grade Level**: Senior Secondary 3
**Subject**: History
**Duration**: 90 minutes
#### **Lesson Objectives**
By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
1. Understand the historical context that led to the formation of political parties and associations in Africa.
2. Identify key political parties and associations in different African countries.
3. Analyze the roles and impacts of these parties and associations on national movements for independence.
4. Evaluate the significance of these entities in the post-independence period.
#### **Materials Required**
- Multimedia projector and computer
- PowerPoint presentation
- Map of Africa
- Handouts with key dates and biographies
- Chalkboard/Whiteboard and markers
- Access to the internet for supplementary videos/articles
- Discussion questions handout
#### **Lesson Procedure**
**1. Introduction (10 minutes)**
- Begin with a brief discussion to gauge students' prior knowledge of colonial Africa.
- Show a short video clip (3-5 minutes) highlighting key moments leading up to the nationalist movements in Africa.
- Present the learning objectives for the session.
**2. Historical Context (15 minutes)**
- Explain the European colonization of Africa and its impact on African societies.
- Discuss the social, economic, and political conditions that led to the rise of nationalist sentiments.
- Highlight important events like the World Wars, that contributed to the formation of political parties.
**3. Key Political Parties & Associations (30 minutes)**
- Present a PowerPoint slideshow on key political parties and associations in major African countries (e.g., African National Congress (ANC) in South Africa, Convention People’s Party (CPP) in Ghana, Mau Mau in Kenya, etc.).
- Discuss the founding leaders, aims, objectives, and strategies of these movements.
- Show maps to indicate regions of influence and discuss the spread of these ideologies.
**4. Class Activity: Group Discussion (20 minutes)**
- Divide the class into small groups and distribute handouts with key dates, events, biographies, and discussion questions.
- Each group will focus on a specific political party or association and discuss its impact on the independence struggle.
- Each group will present their findings in a 3-minute summary.
**5. Wrap Up & Evaluation (10 minutes)**
- Review the key points discussed during the lesson.
- Invite questions and provide answers to clarify any misunderstandings.
- Administer a short quiz (5 questions) to evaluate comprehension.
**6. Homework Assignment (5 minutes)**
- Assign students to write a 500-word essay on one political party or association, discussing its formation, key events, and its impact on both the independence movement and post-independence developments.
**Assessment Criteria**
- Participation in group discussions and presentation.
- Performance in the short quiz.
- Quality and depth of analysis in the homework essay.
#### **Additional Resources**
- Books: "Nationalism and New States in Africa" by Ali Mazrui, "Africa's Quest for a Philosophy of Decolonization" by Mesembe Edet.
- Online platforms: BBC History, JSTOR, YouTube educational documentaries.
- Articles & Journals: African Affairs, The Journal of Modern African Studies.
By focusing on the formation of political parties and associations in Africa, this lesson seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics that shaped the continent's journey towards independence and its subsequent political landscape.