Subject: SOCIAL STUDIES
Class: JSS 3
Week of the Term: 1st Week
Topic: Understanding Peaceful Living
Sub-Topic: Definition of Peace
Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define peace in their own words.
- Identify and explain the difference between positive and negative peace.
- Discuss the significance of peace in society.
Entry Behaviour
Students should already know about community interactions and the concept of harmony.
Instructional Materials
- Textbook
- Visual aids (charts illustrating types of peace)
- Flashcards
Reference Materials
- Gbenga M. Babalola (2015). Social Studies for Junior Secondary Schools 3. Metropolitan Publishers, Ibadan.
- Dayo Olagunju, Ademola Atanda, H. D. Ubah, Abubakar Gada (2014). WABP Social Studies for Junior Secondary Schools 3. West African Book Publishers Ltd. Ibadan.
Content:
Definition of Peace
Peace is the absence of violence, conflict, or war, and the presence of harmony, safety, and well-being in relationships and society. It involves living without fear, respecting others, and ensuring fairness. When there is peace, people cooperate, share ideas, and solve problems together without fighting. Peace can exist within individuals, families, communities, and even between countries.
Types of Peace: Positive Peace and Negative Peace
- Positive Peace
Positive peace goes beyond the absence of violence. It involves actively building a society where people live happily and enjoy their rights, such as access to education, healthcare, and fair treatment. Positive peace encourages justice, equality, respect, and cooperation. For example, when different ethnic or religious groups live in unity and celebrate their differences, that is positive peace. - Negative Peace
Negative peace means there is no physical conflict or violence, but the situation might still feel tense or uneasy. In this type of peace, people may avoid conflict out of fear, not because they trust or respect each other. For example, if two groups stop fighting but still hold grudges or are treated unfairly, the peace may not last long. It’s like pressing “pause” on a problem rather than solving it.
Step 1: Introduction
Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)
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