SHS3 Government · Semester 2 Week 16: Globalisation and Development

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.3.2.LI.1 - Assess the effects of globalisation on the development of the Ghanaian economy.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define globalisation and explain at least three channels through which it affects national economies.
Categorise the effects of globalisation on Ghana’s economy into political, economic, and social effects.
Assess both the positive and negative effects of globalisation on specific sectors of the Ghanaian economy, such as agriculture, trade, telecommunications, and banking.
Justify, with evidence, whether the overall impact of globalisation on Ghana’s development has been more beneficial or more harmful.
Work collaboratively in mixed ability groups, demonstrating respect for divergent views, while evaluating the effects of globalisation.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Ghana in the Global System (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Globalisation and Development (3.2)
Content standard: 3.3.2.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of globalization and development of States. 3.3.2.LO.1 Evaluate the effects of globalization
Indicator: 3.3.2.LI.1 - Assess the effects of globalisation on the development of the Ghanaian economy.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 16 (Week 36 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 75

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Problem-based: In mixed ability and gender groups, learners brainstorm on the political, economic, and social effects of globalisation on Ghana, whiles demonstrating element of self-identity, dignity, and cooperation.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Government curriculum.
- NaCCA approved textbooks on government
- e-library resources
Assessment (3.3.2.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning.