Vocabulary Development - Senior Secondary 3 - Words Associated with Law and Order

Words Associated with Law and Order

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SUBJECT: VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT

TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK: 1
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 3
AGE: 17 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Vocabulary Development
CONTENT: Words Associated with Law and Order
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
• Define vocabulary related to crime and criminality.
• Identify and give examples of words associated with law and order.
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, group activities

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Flashcards, charts, real-life case study examples

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
STEP 1: The teacher revises the previous lesson and introduces the topic of law and order. The teacher explains that understanding legal terms helps in comprehending crime and criminality.
Learners listen, observe, and participate in the discussion.

STEP 2: Teacher introduces key vocabulary associated with law and order, such as "accused," "suspect," "arrest," "counsel," "prosecutor," "defence," and "lawyer." The teacher explains the meaning of each term and provides real-life examples.
Learners observe and participate in identifying the words.

STEP 3: The teacher gives examples of how these words are used in sentences. For example:

  • "The accused was arrested by the police."
  • "The prosecutor presented the case in court."
    Learners make their own sentences using the words.

EVALUATION:
• Define 5 vocabulary words related to law and order.
• Identify and explain the difference between "suspect" and "accused."
• Fill in the blank: "The ______ provided legal representation for the defendant."
• Match words with their meanings (e.g., "suspect" – a person believed to have committed a crime).

CLASS-WORK:
• Write 5 sentences using any 5 words learned in the lesson.
• In pairs, create a mock courtroom scene using the vocabulary.

ASSIGNMENT:
• Write a short paragraph (6-8 sentences) describing a fictional crime and legal process, using at least 5 words related to law and order.

CONCLUSION:
The teacher marks students' work, corrects errors, and commends students for participation.