# Lesson Plan: Theory of Delegated Legislation
## Level: Senior Secondary 1
## Subject: Government
## Topic: Theory of Delegated Legislation
### Objectives:
1. Understand the concept of delegated legislation.
2. Identify the reasons for delegated legislation.
3. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of delegated legislation.
4. Discuss the control mechanisms for delegated legislation.
### Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- Projector and PowerPoint slides
- Handouts (summary of notes)
- Case studies/examples of delegated legislation
- Copies of relevant legal texts or excerpts
### Duration:
1 hour
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### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Warm-Up Activity (5 minutes):**
- Ask students if they know who is responsible for creating laws in their country.
- Encourage them to share thoughts about why sometimes someone other than the main legislative body might need to create laws or regulations.
2. **Introduction to Topic (5 minutes):**
- Explain that today's topic is "Theory of Delegated Legislation."
- Define legislation and differentiate between primary and delegated (or secondary) legislation.
### Direct Instruction (20 minutes)
1. **Definition and Concept (5 minutes):**
- Define delegated legislation: Law made by an individual or body other than the legislature but with the legislature's authority.
- Highlight the difference between primary legislation (passed by the legislature) and delegated legislation.
2. **Reasons for Delegated Legislation (5 minutes):**
- **Expertise:** Specialized knowledge may be required, which the legislative body might lack.
- **Efficiency:** Helps to save legislative time.
- **Flexibility:** More adaptable to changing circumstances.
- **Urgency:** Quicker process for emergent situations.
3. **Forms of Delegated Legislation (5 minutes):**
- **Regulations:** Detailed rules made by authorized bodies.
- **Bylaws:** Local laws made by municipalities.
- **Orders-in-Council:** Executive orders that have legislative effect.
4. **Advantages and Disadvantages (5 minutes):**
- **Advantages:**
- Saves time for the legislature.
- Utilizes expertise.
- More flexible and adaptable.
- Necessary for emergencies or urgent matters.
- **Disadvantages:**
- Potential for abuse of power.
- Lacks thorough debate and scrutiny.
- May undermine the principle of separation of powers.
### Group Activity (15 minutes)
1. **Case Study Analysis (10 minutes):**
- Divide students into small groups.
- Distribute case studies/examples of delegated legislation (real or hypothetical).
- Ask each group to analyze their case study and identify the form of delegated legislation, reasons behind it, and evaluate its effectiveness.
2. **Group Presentations (5 minutes):**
- Have each group present their findings briefly.
- Discuss the examples, ensuring all students understand key points from each case.
### Control Mechanisms (10 minutes)
1. **Parliamentary Control (5 minutes):**
- **Affirmative and Negative Resolution:** Requirement for legislative approval.
- **Scrutiny Committees:** Committees that examine delegated legislation.
2. **Judicial Control (5 minutes):**
- **Judicial Review:** Courts can invalidate delegated legislation that is ultra vires (beyond the powers granted).
### Conclusion (5 minutes)
1. **Recap (3 minutes):**
- Summarize key points: definition, reasons, forms, pros and cons, and control mechanisms for delegated legislation.
2. **Q&A (2 minutes):**
- Open the floor for any questions from students to clarify their understanding.
### Assessment
1. **Homework Assignment:**
- Write a short essay (300-400 words) on the pros and cons of delegated legislation with examples.
- Alternative: Prepare a poster that outlines the processes and importance of controlling delegated legislation.
2. **Quiz:**
- Prepare a short quiz for the next class to assess understanding of the day's lesson.
### Reflection:
- Note areas where students struggled and focus on clarifying those points in the next lesson.
- Consider alternative teaching methods or materials if necessary based on student feedback and performance.
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This lesson plan introduces Senior Secondary 1 students to the theory of delegated legislation, ensuring a comprehensive understanding through varied instructional methods and activities.