Nigeria's future in a changing world
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can identify Nigeria's global connections and describe some ways in which the country is changing.
Key learning points
- Nigeria exports and imports a wide range of goods.
- The Nigerian diaspora is large and global.
- Nigeria is a member of the UN and African Union and plays an important role in African and global affairs.
- Nigeria is a lower-middle income country and receives foreign aid for health, education and infrastructure.
- Nigeria is undergoing economic, environmental, political and societal changes.
Keywords
Globalisation - globalisation means the links and interdependencies between countries all around the world
Diaspora - a group of people who have scattered across the world but maintain cultural connections from their place or origin
Foreign investment - when an individual or company buys an asset in another country
Foreign aid - any form of assistance donated by one country to another
Common misconception
Globalisation is the world becoming more developed.
Globalisation is the world becoming more interconnected.
Teacher tip
Learners could collaborate in groups for Task A. The activity could be made less challenging by using a selection of the questions instead of the full set.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What continent is Nigeria part of?
Q2.Which of these best describes Nigeria’s climate?
Q3.What is Lagos known for?
Q4.What type of jobs are found in Nigeria’s informal sector?
Q5.Which natural resource is most important to Nigeria’s exports?
Q6.Which of these is a challenge in Nigeria today?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions.
growing links between countries
people who've moved but keep cultural ties
buying assets in another country
help given by one country to another
Q2.Why might Nigeria receive foreign aid?
Q3.Which of these is an example of globalisation?
Q4.Which of the following is the best definition of globalisation?
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