TERM: 2ND TERM
WEEK: 3
LASS: Junior Secondary School 2
AGE: 13 years
DURATION: 40 minutes each for 2 periods
DATE:
SUBJECT: Home economics
TOPIC: Family conflicts and crisis
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, the learners should be able to
- ) Define conflict and family conflict
- ) Explain the causes of family conflicts
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, story-telling, videos from source
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Recommended Home economics textbooks for Junior Secondary School 2
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES: PERIOD 1-2:
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PRESENTATION
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TEACHER’S ACTIVITY
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PUPIL’S ACTIVITY
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STEP 1
Review
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The teacher revises the previous lesson
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Learners pay attention
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STEP 2
Introduction
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She defines conflict and family conflict
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Learners pay attention and participate
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STEP 3
Explanation
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She explains the causes of family conflicts
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Learners pay attention and participate
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STEP 4
NOTE TAKING
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The teacher writes a short note on the board for the learners to copy
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The learners copy the note from the board
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NOTE
FAMILY CONFLICT AND CRISIS
Conflict refers to a disagreement, clash, or struggle between individuals or groups due to opposing ideas, interests, or needs. It can occur in various settings and may range from mild disputes to intense confrontations.
Family conflict is a type of conflict that occurs within a family unit. It involves disagreements or disputes among family members due to differences in opinions, values, needs, or expectations.
Causes of Family Conflicts
- Poor Communication:
- Misunderstandings or lack of effective communication can lead to disagreements and unresolved issues.
- Example: Parents and children misinterpreting each other’s intentions or feelings.
- Financial Issues:
- Disagreements over spending, debt, or financial priorities often cause tension.
- Example: Disputes about who contributes more to household expenses.
- Parenting Styles:
- Conflicts arise when parents or caregivers have differing approaches to raising children.
- Example: One parent may be strict, while the other is more lenient.
- Division of Responsibilities:
- Unequal distribution of chores or duties within the family can lead to resentment.
- Example: One sibling feeling overburdened compared to others.
- Cultural or Generational Differences:
- Differences in values, traditions, or beliefs between generations can create misunderstandings.
- Example: Parents insisting on traditional practices while children adopt modern lifestyles.
- Jealousy and Rivalry:
- Sibling rivalry or competition among family members for attention or resources can cause disputes.
- Example: Siblings arguing over inheritance or parental favoritism.
- External Influences:
- Conflicts may arise due to interference from extended family members, friends, or societal pressures.
- Example: Relatives influencing decisions about marriage or career.
- Substance Abuse or Addiction:
- Alcohol or drug abuse by a family member can lead to strained relationships and disagreements.
- Example: Arguments over a family member’s irresponsible behavior.
- Infidelity or Marital Issues:
- Trust issues or infidelity between spouses often result in conflicts that affect the entire family.
- Stress or External Pressures:
- Stress from work, school, or external challenges can spill over into family interactions.
- Example: Parents taking out work-related frustrations on their children.
EVALUATION:
- How would you define conflict and family conflict in your own words?
- What are the key differences between general conflicts and family conflicts?
- Identify and explain three common causes of family conflicts, providing examples.
- How can poor communication contribute to conflicts within a family?
- In what ways do cultural or generational differences influence family conflicts?
CLASSWORK: As in evaluation
CONCLUSION: The teacher marks their books and commends them positively
