Our Religion : Different Types of Religion In Nigeria
Subject :Â
Social Studies
Term :
First Term
Week:
Week 8
Class :
Primary 4 / Basic 4 / Grade 4 /Year 4
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Previous lesson : Pupils have previous knowledge of
that was taught in their previous lesson
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Topic :
Our Religion
Behavioural objectives :Â At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to
- Explain the ,meaning of religion
- What is Religion?
- Types of Religion
- Mode of worship in different religious practices
- Material for each worship e.g. Candle, music
- Holy Bible, beads, Quran.
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Instructional Materials :
- Wall charts
- Pictures
- Related Online Video
- Flash Cards
Methods of Teaching :
- Class Discussion
- Group Discussion
- Asking Questions
- Explanation
- Role Modelling
- Role Delegation
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Reference Materials :
- Scheme of Work
- Online Information
- Textbooks
- Workbooks
- 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Workbooks
Content :Â
What is Religion ?Â
Religion is the mode or method of worship of a particular group of people . There are many religious sects or groups in Nigeria but the most common ones are
- Christianity
- Islam
- Traditional Religion
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MODE OF WORSHIP AND MATERIALS IN DIFFERENT RELIGIOUS PRACTICES
CHRISTIANITY : This is the religion of the followers of Christ . The followers of Jesus Christ are called Christians although there are many denominations of Christians spread all over Nigeria . examples of christian groups in Nigeria are The Medalist Church , The Anglican Communion , The Apostolic Church , Foursquare Gospel Church , Deeper life Bible
Christianity was introduced in Nigeria by Christian missionaries.
Christian believe in one God and Jesus Christ.
All Christian use the Holy Bible to pray and teach the words of God. Other materials used by Christians are candles, Olive oil, beads, Musical instrument. Most Christian goes their place of worship on Sundays while some go on Saturdays and weekdays. Their place of worship is called CHURCH.
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 ISLAM : This is the religion of the moslems . We have different types of Islamic sects spread all over Nigeria . Examples of Islamic sects are Nadwat at Igbosere in Lagos Island , ,Anwar Ul Islam Movement of Nigeria,Â
, Nasfat , Teblicq , Alsunar etc
Islam was introduced to Nigeria by the Arabs, Muslims believe in one God and Prophet Muhammad as his messenger or the prophet of Allah.
Muslims use the Quran as their holy book. They worship in the mosques and they pray five times daily. Their major material of worship is the bead.
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 AFRICAN TRADITIONAL RELIGION : This is the oldest form of religion in Nigeria . This form of religion had been in existence before the introduction of Christianity and Islam into Nigeria . The traditional form of worship was so powerful in the olden days that it cut across of facet of life of our forefathers . The invocation of traditional gods was well established inevents like coronations, wedding , house warmimg or child dedication
Traditional worshipers practice in the shrine and believe in some objects as their God. These objects vary from different tribes or villages and they are called different name. Like some Yoruba call their Gods the god of thunder (Sango), god of fertility. Some Igbos call their God Amadioha, chukwu. Hausa call their ALLAH.
Some of the objects they worship are iron, wood, tree etc. traditional worshipers worship in the shrine. They worship God through their ancestors and spirit. Traditional religion is the oldest religion before Islam and Christianity.
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Presentation
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The topic is presented step by step
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Step 1:
The class teacher revises the previous topics
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Step 2.
He introduces the new topic
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Step 3:
The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise
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Conclusion
The class teacher wraps up or conclude the lesson by giving out short note to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.
The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.
He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.
Evaluation
1. What is religion
2. Mention Three major types of religion in Nigeria
3. Write out the places of worship of the three major types of religion in Nigeria
4. What is Religion?
5. Mention Three Types of Religion
6.Explain the days and mode of worship in different religious practices
7. Material for each worship e.g. Candle, music
8. Describe the Holy Bible, beads, or the Holy Quran.
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Assignment
Prepare for the next lesson by reading about
Religion PracticeÂ