Behavioral Objectives

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

1. Explain the term personal security
2. Identify and analyze at least 3 sources of threat to personal security (e.g., natural security, cyber/digital, stalkers, social media, natural disasters)

Keywords

Personal Security, Threats, Digital, Hackers, Social Media, Natural Disasters

Set Induction

Begin the lesson by discussing with pupils how they protect their personal belongings at home or school, leading to the introduction of the concept of personal security.

Entry Behavior

Pupils have basic knowledge of safety measures at home and in school.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Textbooks showing different sources of threat to personal security
• Chart displaying the meaning of personal security

Building Background Connection to Prior Knowledge

Pupils have learned about general safety measures in their community, which will help them understand personal security.

Embedded Core Skills

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Communication, Self-awareness

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 5
• Security Education textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Charts
• Flashcards
• Whiteboard and markers

Content

1. Meaning of Personal Security

Personal security is the protection and measures taken by individuals to protect themselves and their possessions from harm or danger.

THREATS TO PERSONAL SECURITY 

• Regular Security Measures: Sometimes, the people who are supposed to protect us can turn against us and become a threat. This can happen when security guards in workplaces abuse their power.
• Employees or Insiders: People who work closely with us, such as colleagues or domestic staff/household workers, can harm us or steal our possessions.
• Social Media: Sharing too much personal information online can attract criminals or hackers who might use this information to cause harm.
• Natural Disasters: Events like floods, earthquakes, and fires can also threaten our personal security by causing damage to property and life.

Assessment

1. Personal security is the protection of oneself and one’s ___ a) car b) possessions c) money d) house 
2. A ___ can become a threat if they misuse their power a) teacher b) security personnel c) student d) friend 
3. ___ is a source of threat when someone close to us misuses their access a) Outsider b) Friend c) Insider d) Policeman 
4. Sharing too much information on ___ can be dangerous a) television b) radio c) social media d) school 
5. ___ can cause damage to life and property, posing a threat to personal security a) Insects b) Natural disasters c) Parties d) Birthdays 
6. Personal security involves being aware of potential ___ a) benefits b) gains c) friends d) risks 
7. ___ is an example of a natural disaster that can threaten personal security a) Storm b) Earthquake c) Car d) Television 
8. Protecting your personal information online is important for your ___ a) safety b) business c) friends d) food 
9. A ___ can misuse their access known to an ___ a) criminal b) insider c) enemy d) agent 
10. The security personnel may ___ instead of protecting a) help b) harm c) guard d) assist 
11. We should not misuse personal information found on social media a) Friends b) Hackers c) Teachers d) Neighbors 
12. ___ can be a part of maintaining personal security a) dangers b) friends c) fun d) risks 
13. Natural disasters are examples of ___ threats a) human b) animal c) natural d) machine 
14. It is important to limit the ___ of personal details shared online a) increase b) amount c) quality d) price 
15. Personal security can be threatened by ___ who misuse their position a) teachers b) police security personnel c) students d) neighbors 

Class Activity Discussion

1. Definition: What is personal security? Personal security is the protection of oneself and one’s possessions from harm or danger. 
2. Why is personal security important? Personal security is important because it helps prevent harm or loss of valuable possessions. 
3. Can a security guard misuse their power? Yes, a security guard misuses their power; they can become a threat. 
4. Name two natural disasters that can cause harm: 
   1. Earthquake
   2. Flood
5. How can social media be a threat to personal security? Sharing too much personal information online can attract criminals.