Lesson Plan for Senior Secondary 2 - History - The Amalgamation Of Nigeria And Its Significance

### Lesson Plan: The Amalgamation of Nigeria and Its Significance #### Subject: History #### Grade Level: Senior Secondary 2 #### Duration: 1 Hour #### Topic: The Amalgamation of Nigeria and Its Significance --- ### Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Explain the concept of amalgamation in the context of Nigeria. 2. Understand the historical circumstances leading to the amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914. 3. Analyze the immediate and long-term consequences of amalgamation on Nigeria's socio-economic and political landscape. 4. Evaluate the significance of the amalgamation in contemporary Nigeria. ### Materials Needed: - Textbooks - Projector and screen - Interactive Whiteboard or Chalkboard - Handouts detailing the 1914 amalgamation of Nigeria - Video clips documenting the history of Nigeria (optional) - Map of Nigeria (pre- and post-1914) ### Lesson Procedure: #### Introduction (10 minutes): 1. **Hook/Engagement:** - Display a map of Nigeria pre-1914 and post-1914. - Ask students: "What differences do you observe between these two maps?" - Encourage them to guess why these changes might have occurred. 2. **Objective Sharing:** - Explain that today’s lesson will focus on the amalgamation of Nigeria and its significance. - Highlight the primary objectives that will be covered. #### Instruction (20 minutes): 1. **Background Information:** - Provide a brief overview of Nigeria before the amalgamation. Discuss the Northern and Southern Protectorates and Lagos Colony. - Introduce key figures such as Lord Frederick Lugard. 2. **Detailed Explanation:** - Explain the concept of amalgamation. Define it as the merging of two or more entities into one. - Discuss the reasons behind the British decision to amalgamate Nigeria in 1914, such as administrative convenience, economic benefits, and political control. - Present a short video clip or documentary (3-5 minutes) to visually emphasize the historical context. 3. **Key Events:** - Describe the processes and negotiations that occurred leading up to the amalgamation. - Highlight significant dates and documents, such as the Nigeria Protectorate Order in Council 1913. #### Guided Practice (15 minutes): 1. **Group Activity:** - Divide students into small groups. - Provide each group with handouts discussing different aspects of the amalgamation (e.g., economic reasons, administrative changes, social impacts). - Ask each group to summarize their section and then share their findings with the class. 2. **Class Discussion:** - Facilitate a discussion on the immediate outcomes of the amalgamation. Encourage students to consider perspectives from different regions and ethnic groups in Nigeria. #### Independent Practice (10 minutes): 1. **Critical Thinking Questions:** - Ask students to individually write a brief essay (1-2 paragraphs) on the following question: "Was the amalgamation of Nigeria beneficial or detrimental to its development? Support your argument with historical facts." #### Conclusion (5 minutes): 1. **Summary:** - Recap the major points covered during the lesson. - Re-emphasize the significance of the 1914 amalgamation in shaping modern Nigeria. 2. **Exit Ticket:** - Ask students to write down one fact they learned today and one question they still have about the amalgamation of Nigeria. ### Assessment: - Participation in group activities and class discussions. - Evaluation of the critical thinking essay. - Review of exit tickets to gauge understanding and identify areas for further clarification. ### Homework/Extension: - Assign students to read a chapter from the textbook related to the post-amalgamation era in Nigeria and prepare for a class presentation on how the amalgamation impacted Nigeria's independence movement. ### Additional Resources: - "A History of Nigeria" by Toyin Falola and Matthew M. Heaton - BBC History Online - The Story of Africa: Nigeria - National Archives, UK – Colonial Administration Records ### Notes for Teachers: - Ensure understanding by checking in frequently with students during activities. - Be prepared for sensitive discussions around colonialism and its impacts. - Adapt the lesson as needed to fit within the available time and resources. --- This lesson plan aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the amalgamation of Nigeria and its significance, fostering critical thinking and engagement with historical events.