Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Basic 2 National Value Education. In our previous lesson, we learned about Why We Study Civic Education. Today, we’re going to learn about Why We Study Civic Education.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- State two reasons why we study civic education in our community.
- Understand the importance of civic education in becoming responsible citizens.
Why We Study Civic Education
Civic education is an important subject that helps us understand our roles and responsibilities in our community. It teaches us about the values and principles that make a society function well.
What is Civic Education?
Civic education is the process of learning about our rights, responsibilities, and how we can participate in our community. It helps us understand how our actions affect others and how we can contribute to a better society.
Some of the reasons why we study civic education include:
- Community Awareness: Civic education helps us learn about our community, its history, and its challenges. It teaches us about the different groups of people who live in our community and how they interact with each other.
- Understanding Our Roles and Responsibilities: Civic education teaches us about our roles and responsibilities as citizens. It helps us understand how we can contribute to the well-being of our community.
- Basic Social Values: Civic education teaches us about important social values such as respect, honesty, and fairness. These values are essential for building a strong and harmonious society.
- Respect for Others: Civic education emphasizes the importance of respecting others, regardless of their differences. It teaches us to be tolerant and understanding of different viewpoints.
- Basic Language and Communication Skills: Civic education helps us develop basic language and communication skills that are essential for participating in our community. It teaches us how to express our opinions and ideas effectively.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about why we study civic education, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- Why do we study civic education in our community?
- Share one thing you learned about civic education in today’s lesson.
- What are some examples of civic activities that you have seen in your community?
- How can you contribute to making your community a better place?
- Why is it important to respect the laws and rules of our community?
Conclusion
Civic education is an important subject that helps us become responsible and informed citizens. By learning about our rights, responsibilities, and how to participate in our community, we can contribute to a better society. Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
