CIVIC EDUCATION

THEME – LAW AND ORDER

CLASS – SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS (SS 1)

TOPIC – ORDERLINESS

LEARNING AREA 

1. Meaning of Orderliness

2. Examples of Orderliness

3. The Roles of Orderliness in the Society

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

1. Video clips.

2. Photographs

3. Pamphlets

4. Textbooks

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. define and explain the meaning of orderliness.

2. enumerate some examples of orderliness.

3. state and discuss the roles of orderliness in the society.

CONTENTS OF THE LESSON

INTRODUCTION

Orderliness refers to the state or quality of being neat, organized, and well arranged. It involves maintaining a sense of tidiness, systematic arrangement, and structured organization in one’s surroundings, behaviors, and actions.

A person who is orderly follows routines, keeps things in their proper place, and pays attention to detail in order to create a sense of harmony and efficiency in their environment. Being orderly can help promote productivity, reduce stress, and create a sense of calm and control.

EXAMPLES OF ORDERLINESS IN THE SOCIETY 

1. Joining queues

2. Following due process

3. Orderly conduct in public places/decorum

4. Peaceful co-existence

5. Tolerance

6. Obeying traffic regulations

7. Obedience to constituted authorities

8. Orderly conduct of examinations/avoidance of examination malpractices

9. Peaceful conduct of examinations

10. Attentiveness in interpersonal and intergroup communication

11. Avoidance of nepotism/favoritism

12. Peaceful or orderly conduct in public protests/demonstrations

13. Peaceful electioneering campaign or other forms of political participation

14. Avoiding taking the law into ones hands or jungle justice

15. Respecting the views/rights of others

16. Reporting crimes and criminals in the society

17. By exhibiting discipline in private and public conducts.

ROLES OF ORDERLINESS IN THE SOCIETY

1. It promotes efficient and effective organization.

2. It enhances safety and security.

3. It fosters a sense of discipline and responsibility.

4. It improves mental well-being.

5. It encourages respect for private and public property.

6. It enhances social interactions.

7. It promotes good hygiene and health.

LESSON PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITIES

The teacher,

1. defines and explains orderliness to the students.

2. guides the students in the discussion and examples of orderliness in the society.

3. leads discussion on orderliness.

STUDENT’S ACTIVITIES

The students,

1. listen and ask questions where necessary.

2. contribute to the discussion and list their own examples.

3. state and discuss the role Orderliness play in our society.

LESSON EVALUATION

Teacher asks students to,

1. explain the meaning of orderliness.

2. enumerate some examples of orderliness.

3. state and discuss the role of orderliness in the society.