Civic Education - Junior Secondary 3 - Promoting positive behaviours

Term: 2^nd Term

Week: 7

Class: Junior Secondary School 3

Age: 14 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 2 periods each

Date:

Subject:      Civic education

Topic:-       Promoting positive behaviours

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

1. Mention and explain ways by which positive behaviours could be promoted

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

NOTE

PROMOTING POSITIVE BEHAVIOURS IN THE SOCIETY

Promoting positive behaviors in society involves a multifaceted approach that addresses various aspects of human behavior and social dynamics. Here are several ways to promote positive behaviors:

1. Education and Awareness Campaigns: Conducting educational programs and awareness campaigns to inform people about the importance of positive behaviors, such as kindness, empathy, tolerance, and respect for others.
2. Role Modeling: Encouraging individuals, especially leaders and public figures, to demonstrate positive behaviors in their actions and interactions. Role models can inspire others to emulate their behavior.
3. Community Engagement: Fostering a sense of community and social cohesion through activities such as community service projects, neighborhood clean-ups, and local events that promote positive values.
4. Support Networks: Establishing support networks and resources for individuals facing challenges such as mental health issues, addiction, or poverty. Providing support can help prevent negative behaviors and promote resilience.
5. Legislation and Policies: Implementing laws and policies that incentivize positive behaviors and discourage negative ones. For example, implementing anti-discrimination laws or policies promoting environmental conservation.
6. Positive Reinforcement: Recognizing and rewarding individuals or groups that demonstrate positive behaviors. Positive reinforcement can encourage the continuation of desirable behaviors.
7. Media Influence: Encouraging the media to portray positive role models and promote constructive narratives that highlight the benefits of positive behaviors.
8. School Programs: Integrating social and emotional learning programs into school curricula to teach students important life skills such as empathy, communication, and conflict resolution.
9. Workplace Initiatives: Implementing workplace initiatives such as diversity training, wellness programs, and flexible work arrangements that promote positive behaviors and employee well-being.
10. Technology and Social Media: Leveraging technology and social media platforms to spread positive messages and foster online communities focused on shared values and goals.
11. Community Partnerships: Collaborating with local organizations, businesses, and government agencies to develop and implement initiatives that promote positive behaviors and address community needs.
12. Crisis Intervention: Providing support and intervention services for individuals and communities experiencing crises or emergencies, helping them cope and rebuild in a positive manner.
13. Empowerment Programs: Offering empowerment programs that equip individuals with the skills, resources, and opportunities needed to make positive choices and pursue their goals.
14. Cultural and Artistic Expression: Encouraging cultural and artistic expression as a means of promoting positive values, fostering creativity, and bringing people together.
15. Continuous Evaluation and Adaptation: Continuously evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and initiatives promoting positive behaviors and making adjustments based on feedback and outcomes.

EVALUATION:    1. Mention and explain ten ways positive behaviours can be promoted in our society

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively