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TERM: 2ND TERM

WEEK: 2
CLASS: Senior Secondary School 2
AGE: 16 years
DURATION: 40 minutes (2 periods)
DATE:
SUBJECT: Christian Religious Knowledge
TOPIC: Civic Responsibilities

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

  1. List the characteristics of a good citizen.
  2. Discuss the duties of a good citizen as outlined by Peter in 1 Peter 2:13-17.
  3. Define HIV/AIDS and describe the symptoms and ways of contracting it.
  4. Identify ways of preventing HIV/AIDS.
  5. Discuss Jesus' compassion for the sick, referring to specific Bible passages.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES:
Explanation, discussion, questions and answers, storytelling, Bible reading, class participation

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS:
Bible (1 Peter 2:13-17, John 4:46-54, John 5:1-8, John 9:1-7), Christian Religious Knowledge textbook for Senior Secondary School 2, pictures of HIV/AIDS awareness

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

PERIOD 1 and 2:

PRESENTATION

STEP

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S ACTIVITY

STEP 1

Review: The teacher asks students to recall the key points from the previous lesson on the need for order in society.

Learners respond to review questions.

STEP 2

Introduction: The teacher asks the class to define the characteristics of a good citizen and why being a good citizen is essential for society.

Learners participate in the discussion, providing characteristics of good citizens.

STEP 3

Explanation:

  • Civic Responsibilities: Discussing the duties of good citizenship, including obeying the law, voting, and contributing to community well-being.
  • Peter's Message on the Duties of a Good Citizen (1 Peter 2:13-17): Explaining that Christians should submit to authority for the Lord's sake and live honorably among others.
  • HIV/AIDS Awareness: Defining HIV/AIDS, symptoms, modes of transmission, and preventive measures.
  • Jesus’ Compassion for the Sick (John 4:46-54, John 5:1-8, John 9:1-7): Discussing Jesus' healing ministry and how it demonstrates love and care for the sick.

Learners listen, ask questions, participate in discussions.

STEP 4

Class Participation: The teacher guides the class in identifying ways to maintain law and order and preventing HIV/AIDS.

Learners provide examples and discuss preventive measures.

STEP 5

NOTE TAKING: The teacher writes a summary note on the board for learners to copy.

Learners copy the notes into their notebooks.

NOTE
CIVIC RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Characteristics of a Good Citizen:

  • Obeying laws
  • Respecting others' rights
  • Participating in community activities
  • Voting responsibly
  • Paying taxes

B. Peter's Message on Good Citizenship (1 Peter 2:13-17):

  • Christians are called to submit to human authorities for the Lord's sake.
  • They should live as honorable citizens and respect the laws of the land.

C. HIV/AIDS Awareness:

  • Definition: HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) attacks the immune system, and AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is the final stage of HIV infection.
  • Ways of Contracting HIV: Unprotected sex, sharing contaminated needles, from mother to child during childbirth or breastfeeding.
  • Prevention: Safe sex practices, using clean needles, regular testing, and counseling.

D. Jesus’ Compassion for the Sick:

  • Jesus healed the sick out of love and compassion, demonstrating the importance of caring for others (John 4:46-54, John 5:1-8, John 9:1-7).

EVALUATION:

  1. List the characteristics of a good citizen.
  2. Explain Peter’s message on the duties of a good citizen.
  3. What is HIV/AIDS, and how is it contracted?
  4. How can HIV/AIDS be prevented?
  5. How did Jesus show compassion for the sick?

CLASSWORK:
As in evaluation

CONCLUSION:
The teacher marks the learners' books, gives positive feedback, and encourages them to practice good citizenship and care for others, just as Jesus demonstrated.