The government approved scheme of work and curriculum for Social Studies for junior secondary school one (1) for first term, second term and third term is out. The state and federal ministry of education have recommended a unified scheme of works for all Junior secondary schools in Nigeria, in other words, all Junior and senior secondary schools in Nigeria must operate with the same scheme of work for both private secondary schools and public (government owned) secondary schools in Nigeria.
Just like other schemes of work, Social Studies scheme of work for Junior Secondary school one that is JSS 1 1st term, 2nd term and 3rd term have been provided in details here. Do you know that before approval to operate and own a secondary school in Nigeria. The scheme of work for all subjects must be presented as this is one of the criteria for starting a private primary or secondary school in Lagos or any state in Nigeria.
For prospective school owners, teachers and assistant teachers, Social Studies scheme of work is defined as a guideline that defines the contents and structure of Social Studies as a subject offered under junior and senior secondary school. The scheme of work for Social Studies be it Junior or Senior secondary school, maps out in clear terms, how the topics and subtopics for a particular subject, group works and practical, discussions and assessment strategies, tests, quizzes and homework ought to be structured in order to fit in perfectly, the approved academic activities for the session.
To further emphasize the importance of this document, the curriculum for Social Studies spells out the complete guide on all academic subjects in theory and practicals. It is used to ensure that the learning purposes, aims and objectives of the subject meant for that class are successfully achieved.
Social Studies Scheme of Work for JSS 1 is the same for both private and public secondary schools in Nigeria, that is, the scheme of work for a private school is the same with that of public or government owned secondary schools, principals and teachers in secondary schools in Nigeria are to adhere to the approved scheme of work as mandated by the ministry of education.
Social Studies is one of the few subjects offered from primary school to university level. In higher institutions it is known as Social Studies education or Social Works. The scheme of work for Social Studies provided here would go a long way in not just helping the teachers in carefully breaking down the subject, topics and subtopics but also, devise more practical ways of imparting this knowledge on the pupils using the recommended text books.
There have been a sporadic increase in the search for the government approved curriculum for Social Studies reason being that Social Studies is one of the most important subjects offered in Junior and senior secondary schools. It is also an important admission requirements for admission into any higher institution. The fact that the scheme of work for Social Studies in Junior secondary is the same irrespective of whether the school if public or private, it makes it much easier and brings about consistency in the educational sector.
This post is quite a lengthy one as it provide in full details, the government approved scheme of work for all topics and sub-topics in Social Studies as a subject offered in Junior secondary school one (JSS 1).
As part of the requirements for setting up a secondary school in Nigeria, doe those interested should note that a scheme of work must be presented to the ministry of Education, you can read further on documents and all that is required for establishing a secondary school in Nigeria.
Please note that Social Studies scheme of work for JSS 1 provided here is for first term, second term and third term as approved by Lagos state government, Federal government and other state governments in Nigeria.
What You Stand To Gain From This Post
- Government approved Scheme of work for Social Studies for JSS 1 (First term)
- Social Studies scheme of work and curriculum for JSS 1 (Second term)
- Social Studies scheme of work and curriculum for JSS 1 (Third term)
Scheme of work for Social Studies for Junior secondary school one (1) first term covers the following topics and sub-topics; Meaning, Scope and Nature of Social Studies, Objectives & Importance of Social Studies., Physical Environment: Meaning, Types and Features, Resources in Our Environment and their Uses, Environmental Problem, Causes, Effects and Solutions, Social Environment: Meaning and Types; Primary and Group (Family) Types; Role and Responsibilities of Members and other topics which can be seen below under the sub-heading; ‘Social Studies scheme of work for JSS one first term’.In addition, students are to be tutored using the Junior WAEC approved text books for social studies only.
Social Studies Scheme of Work for for Junior secondary school one (1) second term covers the following topics and sub-topics; Revision of Last Term’s Work, Socialization: Meaning, Significance & Processes, Agents of Socialization and Effects of Socialization, Culture: Meaning, Components & Features, Culture: Features of Culture, Cultural Similarities Among Nigerians and other topics which can be seen below under the sub-heading; Social Studies Scheme of work for JSS 1 in 2nd term. Again, note that you are mandated to use the Junior WAEC approved text books for Social studies only.
Scheme of work for Social Studies for Junior secondary school one (1) third term covers the following topics and sub-topics; Revision of Last Term’s Work, Social Issues and Problems Examination; Meaning and causes, Social Issues and Problems; Effects and Solution, Cultism. Meaning, Causes, Effects and Solution, HIV/AID Meaning, Causes, Effects and Prevention, Problems Associated with Contemporary Social Problems in Nigeria: Individual, Family, Nation. and other topics which can be seen below under the sub-heading; ‘Social Studies scheme of work for JSS one third term’. In addition, teachers are mandated to make use of the Junior WAEC approved text books for social studies only.
Social Studies Scheme of Work For JSS 1 (First Term – Third Term)
SCHEME OF WORK FOR SOCIAL STUDIES JSS 1 FIRST TERM
- Meaning, Scope and Nature of Social Studies.
- Objectives & Importance of Social Studies.
- Physical Environment: Meaning, Types and Features.
- Resources in Our Environment and their Uses.
- Environmental Problem, Causes, Effects and Solutions.
- Social Environment: Meaning and Types; Primary and Group (Family) Types; Role and Responsibilities of Members.
- Secondary Social Group: types, Structure, Roles and Responsibilities of Members.
- Conflict Within Social Group: Causes, Effect and Steps In Conflict Resolution.
- Influence of Man in the Environment
- Accidents in the Home and School. Needs for Safety.
- Accidents in the Home and School: Measures for Safety in the Home, School, Workplace and the Environment.
SOCIAL STUDIES SCHEME OF WORK FOR JSS 1 SECOND TERM
- Revision of Last Term’s Work
- Socialization: Meaning, Significance & Processes.
- Agents of Socialization and Effects of Socialization.
- Culture: Meaning, Components & Features.
- Culture: Features of Culture
- Cultural Similarities Among Nigerians
- Cultural Differences Among Nigerians
- Uniqueness of Nigerian Culture
- Revision.
SOCIAL STUDIES SCHEME OF WORK FOR JSS 1 THIRD TERM
- Revision of Last Term’s Work
- Social Issues and Problems Examination; Meaning and causes
- Social Issues and Problems; Effects and Solution
- Cultism. Meaning, Causes, Effects and Solution.
- HIV/AID Meaning, Causes, Effects and Prevention.
- Problems Associated with Contemporary Social Problems in Nigeria: Individual, Family, Nation.
- Problems Associated with Contemporary Social Problems in Nigeria: Individual, Family, Nation.
- Measures of Solving Contemporary Social Problems.
- National Unity and Integration: Meaning, Needs and Importance.
- National Unity and Integration; Meaning, Needs and Importance.
The above is the current government approved scheme of work for Social Studies for JSS 1 (Junior secondary school three) class from first to third term. However, you can download the free PDF file for record purposes.
If you have any questions as regards Social Studies scheme of Work For JSS 1 class, kindly send them to us via the comment section below and we shall respond accordingly as usual.
