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Importance of social studies

ClassNotes Team 2 MIN READUPDATED 15 JUN 2026

Social Studies J.S.S 1 First Term

WEEK 3

Importance of social studies

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to:

     1. State the importance of social studies.  

Content

The Importance of Social Studies

The importance of social studies cannot be overemphasized. Some of the points below are the importance of social studies.

1. Social studies help people to understand their culture and other people's culture.

2. Social studies help us to be good citizens by educating us on the right type of behaviours, attitudes and values.

3. Social studies train us to be good and effective leaders and followers because it encourages us to obey the laws that govern our society and have respect for constituted authority.

4. It helps…