**Lesson Plan: The Clifford’s Constitution of 1922**
**Class:** Senior Secondary 2
**Subject:** Government
**Topic:** The Clifford’s Constitution of 1922
**Duration:** 60 minutes
**Lesson Objectives:**
By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Understand the basic features and significance of the Clifford’s Constitution of 1922.
2. Identify the changes and developments introduced by the Constitution.
3. Discuss the impacts and limitations of the Constitution on Nigerian governance and politics.
**Materials Needed:**
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and screen (optional)
- Handouts with key points of the Clifford’s Constitution
- Textbooks
- Internet access for supplementary resources (if available)
**Lesson Structure:**
**Introduction (10 minutes):**
1. Begin the lesson with a brief recap of previous lessons on pre-colonial and colonial governance.
2. Introduce the topic: The Clifford’s Constitution of 1922.
3. Pose a warm-up question: “What do you think a constitution is, and why is it important for a country?”
**Development (30 minutes):**
*Step 1: Historical Context (10 minutes)*
- Explain the historical context in which the Clifford’s Constitution was created.
- Discuss the political climate in Nigeria prior to 1922.
- Highlight the role of Governor Sir Hugh Clifford in the introduction of the Constitution.
*Step 2: Features of the Clifford’s Constitution (10 minutes)*
- Outline the key features of the Clifford’s Constitution:
- Introduction of a legislative council with Nigerian representation.
- Increased opportunities for educated elites to participate in governance.
- Creation of a system that allowed for the election of representatives from Lagos and Calabar.
- Distribute handouts summarizing these features to the students.
*Step 3: Analysis and Impact (10 minutes)*
- Discuss the impact of the Clifford’s Constitution on Nigerian society and politics.
- Highlight both positive and negative aspects:
- Positive: Increased political awareness and participation.
- Negative: Continued exclusion of majority of Nigerians from meaningful political power.
- Compare the Clifford’s Constitution to previous governance models in Nigeria.
**Activity (10 minutes):**
- Divide students into small groups and assign each group a key feature or outcome of the Clifford’s Constitution.
- Have each group discuss and prepare a short presentation or role-play to illustrate their assigned aspect.
- Each group will present their findings to the class.
**Conclusion (10 minutes):**
- Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
- Emphasize the significance of the Clifford’s Constitution in the evolution of Nigerian governance.
- Invite questions and clarifications from students.
- Provide a brief overview of the next topic to be covered in subsequent classes.
**Assessment:**
- During the lesson, assess student understanding through their participation in discussions and group activities.
- Collect and review the handouts to ensure comprehension.
- At the end of the week, conduct a short quiz covering the key points of the Clifford’s Constitution to reaffirm understanding.
**Homework:**
- Assign students to write a brief essay (one page) on how the Clifford’s Constitution influenced modern Nigerian governance. Encourage them to use at least two external sources to support their arguments.
**Supplementary Resources:**
- Provide students with links to online articles and videos about the Clifford’s Constitution for further exploration.
- Recommend sections in the textbook for detailed reading.
**Note:**
Adjust the timing and structure of the lesson based on the class size and available resources.
This lesson plan ensures a comprehensive understanding of the Clifford's Constitution and its impact while engaging students actively in the learning process.