Vocabulary Development - Senior Secondary 1 - Key vocabulary related to Politics

Key vocabulary related to Politics

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TERM: 3RD TERM

WEEK: 7
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 1
AGE: 15 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 minutes
DATE:
TOPIC: Vocabulary Development (Register) – Politics
CONTENT: Key Vocabulary related to Politics
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
a. Define the term "politics" and "politician"
b. Identify and explain words associated with politics
c. Use the vocabulary in sentences related to political contexts

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, Group Activities, Role-play
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:

  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Flashcards with political vocabulary
  • Pictures of politicians and political campaigns
  • Story of a politician

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

Introduction
The teacher revises the previous lesson and introduces the new topic by defining "politics" and "politician." The teacher also presents key political terms: party, opposition, power, democracy, campaign, election, electorate, polls, governor, poster, dividend, independence.
Learners observe and take notes.

 

Explanation
The teacher explains the meanings of political vocabulary in the context of an election campaign. The teacher gives examples of sentences using these words.
Learners listen and ask questions for clarification.

Discussion
The teacher tells a story of a well-known politician, focusing on the use of political vocabulary in real-life scenarios.
Learners listen to the story and identify vocabulary words used in the story.

 

Guest Speaker (Optional)
The teacher invites a local politician (if possible) to talk to the class about their work and use of political vocabulary.
Learners listen and ask questions during the talk.

 

Evaluation

  1. Define the term "politics" and "politician."
  2. Identify five words associated with politics and use them in sentences.
    Learners write their responses on the board. Teacher checks for understanding.

 

Classwork
Learners write a short paragraph about a political event or figure, using at least five vocabulary words from the lesson.
Learners complete the assignment individually.

 

Assignment
Learners will research a politician from their country and prepare a brief report, including at least five political terms.
Learners research and write their reports at home.

 

Conclusion
The teacher marks the learners’ work, corrects it, and praises their efforts.
Learners observe and reflect on their work.