### Lesson Plan: Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
#### Subject: Government
#### Grade: Senior Secondary 3
#### Duration: 80 minutes
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#### Objectives:
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the history and purpose of OPEC.
2. Identify the member countries of OPEC.
3. Explain the role of OPEC in global oil markets.
4. Evaluate the impact of OPEC on member countries and the global economy.
#### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and computer
- Map of the world
- PowerPoint presentation about OPEC
- Handouts with key facts about OPEC
- Internet access for research activity
- Notebooks and pens for students
#### Lesson Outline:
1. **Introduction (10 minutes)**
- Greeting and attendance check.
- Brief introduction of the topic.
- Ask students if they have heard of OPEC and what they know about it.
- Explain the importance of studying OPEC in understanding global politics and the economy.
2. **Presentation and Lecture (25 minutes)**
- Use the PowerPoint presentation to cover:
- **History of OPEC:**
- Founded on September 14, 1960, in Baghdad, Iraq by five countries: Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela.
- **Purpose of OPEC:**
- Coordinate and unify petroleum policies among member countries.
- Ensure the stabilization of oil markets.
- **Member Countries:**
- Current members including, but not limited to: Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Venezuela, UAE, Nigeria, etc.
- Show a world map highlighting member countries.
- **Role in Global Oil Markets:**
- Discuss how OPEC influences oil prices and production levels.
- **Impact on Global Economy:**
- How fluctuations in oil prices can affect global economies.
- Discuss the concept of oil as a geopolitical tool.
3. **Class Activity (15 minutes)**
- Organize students into small groups and assign each group a member country.
- Each group will research briefly and present about:
- The country’s contribution to OPEC.
- How membership in OPEC benefits or poses challenges to their assigned country.
- Provide access to computers/tablets for research.
4. **Group Presentations (20 minutes)**
- Each group presents their findings in 2-3 minutes.
- Encourage other students to ask questions and engage in discussion.
5. **Class Discussion (10 minutes)**
- Summarize key points from group presentations.
- Discuss the overall significance of OPEC in the contemporary world.
- Ask students to share their thoughts on how OPEC influences their own country’s economy (if applicable).
6. **Conclusion and Homework Assignment (5 minutes)**
- Recap the main takeaways from the lesson.
- Assign homework: Write a short essay (1-2 pages) on the impact of OPEC’s policies on the global oil market over the past decade.
- Inform students about the next lesson's topic and any preparatory work required.
#### Assessment:
- Participation in group activities and discussions.
- Quality of group presentation.
- Completion and quality of the homework essay.
#### Follow-up:
In the next class, briefly review key points from this lesson and address any questions. Discuss any current events related to OPEC and the global oil market to keep the topic relevant and engaging.
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This lesson aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of OPEC, its member countries, and its influence on the global economy and politics. By involving students in active research and discussions, the lesson encourages critical thinking and deeper engagement with the topic.