Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 3

Disability and rehabilitation

TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK NINE

Class: Senior Secondary School 3

Age: 17 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION

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

I.) Define disabilities

II.) Identify the types of disabilities

III.) Describe rehabilitation

IV.) Identify rehabilitation intervention to Individuals

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 disabilities and discuss it's types

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher explains the meaning of rehabilitation and identify it's intervention to Individuals.

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

DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION

A disability is a physical, sensory, cognitive, or mental condition that significantly impacts a person's ability to perform daily activities and participate fully in society. Disabilities can vary widely in severity and may be temporary or permanent.

Types of disabilities

  1. Physical Disabilities: Physical disabilities are conditions that impair a person's physical functioning, mobility, dexterity, or stamina. These can include conditions such as: Mobility impairments, Musculoskeletal disorders, Sensory impairments etc.
  2. Cognitive Disabilities: Cognitive disabilities affect a person's ability to process information, learn, remember, or communicate. These can include: Learning disabilities, Memory disorders, Intellectual disabilities etc.
  3. Mental Health Disabilities: Mental health disabilities are conditions that affect a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being. These can include: Mood disorders, Anxiety disorders, Psychotic disorders etc
  4. Chronic Health Conditions: Chronic health conditions are long-lasting diseases that can be controlled but not cured. These can include: Cardiovascular diseases, Diabetes, Chronic respiratory diseases.

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation is a process aimed at restoring or improving physical, sensory, cognitive, or mental abilities that may have been lost or impaired due to injury, illness, or disability. The goal of rehabilitation is to help individuals achieve maximum independence, functionality, and quality of life.

Rehabilitation may include various interventions and therapies tailored to the individual's needs, such as:

  1. Physical Therapy: Exercises, manual techniques, and other interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, and coordination.
  2. Occupational Therapy: Activities and interventions to improve daily living skills, fine motor skills, and functional independence.
  3. Speech Therapy: Techniques to improve communication, swallowing, and cognitive-linguistic abilities for individuals with speech and language disorders.
  4. Psychological Counseling: Counseling and therapy to address emotional and psychological challenges associated with disability or illness.
  5. Assistive Devices and Technology: Provision of assistive devices, mobility aids, and adaptive technology to enhance independence and participation.
  6. Education and Training: Providing education and training on self-care, adaptive strategies, and coping skills for managing disability-related challenges.

EVALUATION: 1. What is disability?

  1. Mention 4 types disabilities you know
  2. What is rehabilitation?

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively