The Republics and Military… · JHS2 Social Studies

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.6.3.1.1 - Assess the military rule era in Ghana (1966-1991).

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define military rule in their own words and give at least two examples of military regimes that ruled Ghana between 1966 and 1991.
Identify at least three factors that led to the overthrow of civilian governments in Ghana during this period.
Assess the positive and negative impacts of military rule on Ghana’s political, economic and social life.
Evaluate whether the military era (1966 to 1991) was more harmful than helpful to Ghana’s development, using evidence to support their position.
Speak clearly to a group, explaining one impact of military rule and giving a reasoned opinion on its significance.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Nationalism and Nationhood (Strand 6)
Sub-strand: The Republics and Military Rule (6.3)
Content standard: B8.6.3.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of military regimes in Ghana.
Indicator: B8.6.3.1.1 - Assess the military rule era in Ghana (1966-1991).
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 7 (Week 19 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. 50

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. In small group discussions, learners explain the term military rule.
2. Using internet sources, learners search for the various military regimes that ruled Ghana.
3. Using information from the internet, learners discuss the factors that led to the overthrow of civilian regimes.
4. In small group discussions, learners examine the impacts of military rule in Ghana.