Consumer Rights… · SHS1 Social Studies

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.6.3.LI.1 - Examine the types and relevance of consumer rights

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least six types of consumer rights recognised in Ghana and internationally, stating each one in their own words.
Explain the relevance of each consumer right using a real-life example from the Ghanaian market or service sector.
Discuss how consumer rights apply differently to males and females in Ghanaian society, with at least one concrete example for each gender.
Demonstrate an understanding of the link between consumer rights and consumer responsibilities by giving two examples of responsible consumer behaviour.
Present a short group presentation that clearly communicates at least three consumer rights and their importance to the class.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Production, Exchange and Creativity (Strand 6)
Sub-strand: Consumer Rights, Protection and Responsibilities (6.3)
Content standard: 1.6.3.CS.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the types of consumer rights and the importance of consumer protection 1.6.3.LO.1 Explain the types of consumer rights and the importance of consumer protection
Indicator: 1.6.3.LI.1 - Examine the types and relevance of consumer rights
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 11 (Week 31 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. 46

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Cooperative learning:
- In differentiated task groups, learners examine the various types of consumer rights
- In small groups, learners discuss the relevance of consumer rights
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Stationery
- Computers/ laptops
- Standard textbooks
Assessment (1.6.3.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning.