Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 1

Work ethics

TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK TEN

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: CLOTHING AND TEXTILE

Topic: WORK ETHICS

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

I.) Define work ethics

II.) Identify good and bad ethics in clothing and textile

III.) State how to develop good ethics.

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

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of work ethics and discuss the good and bad ethics in clothing and textile

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher describe the ways to develop good work ethic

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

WORK ETHICS

Working ethics refers to the moral principles, values, and standards of behavior that guide individuals in their professional conduct and interactions within the workplace. It encompasses attitudes, beliefs, and practices related to honesty, integrity, responsibility, respect, and professionalism.

Good Ethics in Clothing and Textile

  1. Honesty and Transparency: Being truthful and transparent in all business dealings, including product descriptions, pricing, and customer interactions.
  2. Quality Assurance: Ensuring that products meet high standards of quality and craftsmanship, providing value to customers and maintaining brand reputation.
  3. Fair Labor Practices: Upholding fair labor standards and treating employees, suppliers, and workers ethically, including providing safe working conditions and fair wages.
  4. Environmental Responsibility: Implementing sustainable practices in manufacturing processes, minimizing waste, pollution, and environmental impact.
  5. Customer Service Excellence: Prioritizing customer satisfaction by offering helpful, courteous, and responsive service, addressing concerns promptly, and resolving issues effectively.

Bad Ethics in Clothing and Textile

  1. Unethical Labor Practices: Exploiting workers through unsafe working conditions, low wages, long hours, or child labor.
  2. Counterfeit Products: Manufacturing or selling counterfeit or pirated goods, violating intellectual property rights and deceiving consumers.
  3. Environmental Harm: Engaging in environmentally harmful practices such as pollution, deforestation, or water contamination without proper mitigation measures.
  4. Deceptive Marketing: Misleading advertising, false claims, or deceptive marketing tactics aimed at manipulating consumers or concealing product flaws.
  5. Poor Product Quality: Cutting corners on quality control or using substandard materials to maximize profits at the expense of product durability and customer satisfaction.

How to Develop Good Work Ethic

  1. Set Clear Goals and Priorities: Define your professional goals and prioritize tasks to stay focused and motivated.
  2. Be Reliable and Punctual: Arrive on time, meet deadlines, and fulfill commitments consistently to build trust and credibility.
  3. Take Initiative: Take ownership of your work, seek opportunities to contribute, and go above and beyond expectations.
  4. Demonstrate Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude, communicate respectfully, and conduct yourself with integrity and professionalism in all interactions.
  5. Work Ethically and Responsibly: Adhere to ethical standards and values, follow company policies and regulations, and act in the best interests of stakeholders.

EVALUATION: 1.   What is work ethics?

  1. State 4 good ethics and 4 bad ethics in clothing and textile
  2. Mention 4 ways to develop good work ethics.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively