Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 2 - Civic Education - Skills In Settling Inter-communal Conflicts

**Lesson Plan: Skills in Settling Inter-Communal Conflicts** **Grade Level:** Senior Secondary 2 **Subject:** Civic Education **Duration:** 1 hour (can be adjusted based on class needs) **Topic:** Skills in Settling Inter-Communal Conflicts **Objectives:** By the end of this lesson, students should be able to: 1. Understand the importance of inter-communal conflict resolution. 2. Identify the key skills required for settling inter-communal conflicts. 3. Apply these skills in hypothetical or real-life scenarios involving inter-communal conflicts. **Materials:** - Whiteboard and markers - Projector and screen (if available) - Printed handouts on conflict resolution skills - Flashcards for group activities - Case study materials - Reflection journals **Lesson Structure:** 1. **Introduction (10 minutes):** - Begin with a brief discussion on what inter-communal conflicts are. Ask students for examples to gauge their prior knowledge. - Show a short video or present a scenario of an inter-communal conflict. - Pose questions to the class: "Have you seen or experienced any conflicts between communities?" "What are some causes of these conflicts?" 2. **Instruction (15 minutes):** - Present a structured overview of the key skills in settling inter-communal conflicts: - **Active Listening:** Emphasizing the importance of truly hearing and understanding the perspectives of all parties involved. - **Empathy:** Understanding and sharing the feelings of others to build trust. - **Effective Communication:** Using clear and non-confrontational language. - **Mediation Skills:** Neutral intervention to help conflicting parties reach a mutually acceptable solution. - **Negotiation Skills:** Finding a compromise that all parties can agree on. - Highlight historical or contemporary examples where these skills have been effectively used. 3. **Activity - Group Work (20 minutes):** - Divide the students into small groups and distribute flashcards with different inter-communal conflict scenarios. - Each group will discuss their scenario and come up with a resolution strategy using the skills discussed. - Each group presents its scenario and proposed resolution to the class. - Encourage peer feedback and discussion. 4. **Case Study Analysis (10 minutes):** - Provide a case study where inter-communal conflict was resolved successfully. - Together as a class, analyze the case study focusing on the specific skills used for resolution. - Discuss what could have been done differently. 5. **Reflection (5 minutes):** - Ask students to write a brief reflection in their journals on what they learned about conflict resolution and which skill they believe is most important. - If time allows, have a few students share their reflections with the class. 6. **Conclusion (5 minutes):** - Summarize the key points of the lesson. - Emphasize the real-world importance of conflict resolution skills. - Provide a brief overview of the next lesson or topic to be covered in Civic Education. **Assessment:** - Participation in group discussions and activities. - Quality of the resolution strategies presented by each group. - Reflection journal entries showcasing understanding and personal insights. **Homework:** - Research an inter-communal conflict from their local area or another part of the world. Write a short essay on how it was resolved or propose strategies based on the skills learned in class. **Additional Resources:** - Articles and books on conflict resolution. - Online courses or lectures on mediation and negotiation. - Workshops with local community leaders experienced in conflict resolution. By actively engaging students in discussions, activities, and reflections, they can deepen their understanding of the complex nature of inter-communal conflicts and the importance of the skills needed to resolve them effectively.