Hi, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 3 National Values Education. In our previous lesson, we learned about No previous lesson found.. Today, we’re going to learn about Civic Education.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Define civic education.
- Mention the components of civic education.
- Define Nationality.
- Define rights (in regards to nationality) and mention 3 rights of citizens.
- Define duties of a citizen and mention 3 duties of citizens.
- Define democratic practices and list examples.
- Define community values and list 2 examples of community values.
Civic Education
Civic education is the study of the duties and rights of citizens of a country. It teaches individuals about their roles and responsibilities as citizens, helping us understand how the government works and how we can contribute to our country and make it a better place for everyone.
Components of Civic Education
Civic education has different parts. Some of these include:
Nationality
This is the right of belonging to a country. It teaches us about being a Nigerian and what it means to belong to our country. Some aspects of nationality include:
- Being a Nigerian citizen.
- Having a Nigerian passport.
- Pledging allegiance to Nigeria.
Rights and Duties
As citizens, we have rights (things we can do) and duties (things we should do) to Nigeria.
Rights:
- The right to express your opinions freely (freedom of speech).
- The right to practice your religion.
- The right to a fair trial.
- The right to a clean and safe environment.
- The right to access healthcare and education.
- The right to equal treatment regardless of your gender, race, or religion.
Duties:
- Obeying the law, rules and regulations.
- Helping to keep our environment clean.
- Paying your taxes to support government services.
- Volunteering in your community to help others.
- Reporting crimes or suspicious activities to law enforcement.
- Respecting the property and belongings of others.
- Participating in local elections and voting for your representatives.
Democratic Practices
This is a system where we get to choose our leaders and have a say in how our country is run. It’s like when you vote for your class monitor. Some examples of democratic practices include:
- Voting in national elections.
- Running for political office.
- Participating in peaceful protests.
Community & Social Values
Values are beliefs about what is right, what is wrong, and what is important in life. Every community has its own values. These are like our school rules. We learn to be honest, share, and be kind to others. Some examples of community values include:
- Honesty in interactions.
- Respecting the environment.
- Showing kindness to others.
- Sharing resources and knowledge.
- Obedience.
- Self-Reliance.
- Cooperation.
Healthy Competition
Healthy competition is the component of civic education that guides people to know that they can compete with others without conflict. It is essential for peaceful co-existence.
Academic Freedom
Academic freedom allows students to choose their careers and allows teachers to freely impart knowledge in any part of the country without molestation or threat to their lives.
By learning about civic education, we become better citizens, and we can help Nigeria grow and become an even better place for all of us.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about Civic Education, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What is civic education, and why is it important?
- List three components of civic education.
- Mention two rights and duties of citizens.
- Provide one example of a democratic practice.
- Name one community value.
Conclusion
We have learned about the importance of civic education and its various components. Remember, being a responsible citizen means understanding your rights and duties and actively participating in your community. 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!
