Civic Education in Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) is essential for developing well-informed, responsible, and engaged citizens. This subject teaches students about their rights and responsibilities, the functioning of government, and the importance of civic participation. It also emphasizes democratic principles, national values, and the role of community involvement.
By covering crucial topics, the Civic Education scheme of work not only aids students in excelling in the BECE but also instills a deep sense of civic duty and national pride. This understanding prepares students to engage thoughtfully with societal issues and contribute positively to their communities and the nation.
The crowning event for Jss3 and the Junior Secondary school as a whole is the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) which is taken mid-third term. The assessment methods for Civic Education include written examinations, which may consist of multiple-choice questions, short-answer questions, and essay-type questions. These exams are conducted in a controlled environment to ensure fairness and integrity.
Furthermore, continuous assessment, which involves periodic tests, assignments, and projects conducted throughout the academic session, also contributes to the overall BECE assessment. This allows for an all-around evaluation of students’ performance and progress over time.
| LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF WORK FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL | ||
| Civic Education Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary School 3(JSS3) | ||
| Class | J.S.S 3 | |
| Subject | Civic Education | |
| Term | First Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | THE CONSTITUTION | I. Definition of Constitution II. Types of Constitution III. Identify the Various Colonial Nigerian Constitutions |
| 2 | THE CONSTITUTION | I. Explain the Colonial Nigerian Constitutions II. Differentiate between the Colonial Nigerian Constitutions |
| 3 | FEATURES OF COLONIAL CONSTITUTION | Identify the Features of Colonial Constitutions I. Clifford Constitution II. Richard Constitution III. Macpherson Constitution IV. Lyttleton Constitution V. 1960 independence Constitution |
| 4 | COLONIAL CONSTITUTION (Continuation) | |
| 5 | POST 1960 CONSTITUTIONS – 1963 CONSTITUTIONS | I. Identify Post Independence Constitutions II. Discuss features of 1963 Constitution |
| 6 | POST 1960 CONSTITUTION | I. Identify Republican Constitution II. Discuss Features of 1963 Constitution |
| 7 | POST 1960 CONSTITUTION PRESIDENTIAL CONSTITUTION | I. 1979, 1987, 1999 Presidential Constitution II. Explain the Different Presidential Elections III. Elements of Each of the Constitutions |
| 8 | 1960 CONSTITUTIONS | I. Identify the Features of Post Independence II. Discuss the Elements of each of the Post Independent Nigeria Constitutions |
| 9 | SUPREMACY OF THE CONSTITUTION | I. Explain the Meaning of Supremacy of the Constitution II. Analyze Why/Reasons the Constitution is Supreme |
| 10 | SUPREMACY OF THE CONSTITUTION (Continuation) | |
| 11 | REVISION | |
| 12 | EXAMINATION | |
| Term | Second Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | NATIONAL VALUES RIGHT ATTITUDES TO WORK | I. Explain the Meaning of Right Attitude to Work II. State the Attributes of Right Attitude to Work III. Identify Rewards for Right Attitude to Work |
| 2 | RIGHT ATTITUDE TO WORK | I. Outline the Importance of Right Attitude to Work II. Discuss the Consequences of not having the Right Attitude to Work |
| 3 | RIGHT ATTITUDE TO WORK (Continuation) | |
| 4 | COMMUNAL SERVICES | How to Work Together in a Cooperative Manner to Improve the Society |
| 5 | NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR | I. Explain the Meaning of Negative Behaviors II. State Examples of Negative Behaviors, e.g. Drug Addiction, Cultism, Disregard for Time, Ostentations Living, etc. III. Explain the Examples Outlined |
| 6 | NEGATIVE BEHAVIOR (Continuation) | |
| 7 | DRUG ABUSE/TRAFFICKING | I. Explain the Meaning of Drug Abuse II. State the Effects of Drug Abuse on the Society |
| 8 | EXAMINATION MALPRACTICES | I. Explain the Meaning of Examination Malpractices II. Mention Types/Forms of Examination Malpractices and Its Effects |
| 9-10 | REVISION | |
| 11-12 | EXAMINATION |
| Term | Third Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | ELECTIONS | I. State the Meaning of Elections II. Mention the Types of Elections |
| 2 | IMPORTANCE OF ELECTIONS | I. Outline the Importance of Elections II. Explain/Describe the Importance of Election in Democratic Society |
| 3 | ELECTORAL BODIES IN NIGERIA | I. Identify the Electoral Bodies in Nigeria – INEC, SIEC II. Composition and Roles III. Explain Their Functions |
| 4 | FREE AND FAIR ELECTIONS | I. Explain the Meaning of Free and Fair Elections with Examples II. State the Importance Need for Free and Fair Elections in Nigeria |
| 5 | ELECTORAL MALPRACTICES IN NIGERIA | I. Explain the Meaning of Electoral Malpractices II. Mention the Forms of Electoral Malpractices III. Outline the Causes of Electoral Malpractices |
| 6 | WAYS OF PREVENTING ELECTORAL MALPRACTICES IN NIGERIA | List the Ways of Preventing Electoral Malpractices |
| 7 | DEMOCRATIC PROCESS | I. Explain the Meaning of Voting II. Analyze voters Registration III. Process of Voting IV. Importance of Voting |
| 8-13 | REVISION AND EXAMINATION |
The recommended textbooks for Civic Education in J.S.S.3 include:
