New Revised NERDC JSS 1 Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work

Week 1-2: Call to Repentance

1. Content: Knowledge: 1. King David obeys God’s call to repentance, 2 Sam. 12:7-13; Ps. 51. 2. The people of Nineveh repented of their sins, Jonah 3:1-10. 3. John the Baptist’s call for repentance, Lk. 3:1-14; Matt. 1: 1-12. 4. Jesus Christ’s call to repentance, Mk 1:14-15. 5. Consequences of lack of repentance, 1 Sam. 3:18; 4:10-21. 6. Rewards for repentance.

2. Performance Objectives: 1. Discuss how King David and the people of Nineveh responded to God’s call to repentance; 2. Describe John’s call to repentance; 3. Explain Jesus’ call to repentance; 4. Discuss the consequences of lack of repentance and the rewards for repentance.

3. Learning Activities:

i. Teacher Activities: Guides reading and discussion on King David’s repentance, leads Bible reading and chart use in groups for Nineveh’s repentance, with presentations, facilitates discussion on John and Jesus’ calls to repentance, leads class discussion on consequences of lack of repentance, uses charts for paired discussion on rewards for repentance.

ii. Student Activities: Read the Bible passages and participate in class discussion on King David’s obedience to God’s call to repentance, read the Bible passages and use charts in groups to discuss how the people of Nineveh repented of their sins and make a class presentation

Read the Bible passages and participate in discussion on John the Baptist and Jesus Christ’s call to repentance, participate in class discussion on the consequences of the lack of repentance, use charts to discuss in pairs the rewards for repentance.

4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Holy Bible for texts, Charts for comparisons.

Week 3-4: The Birth of Jesus

1. Content: Knowledge: 1. The Annunciation, Isaiah 9:6-7; Matt. 1: 22 & 23; Lk. 1:30-33. 2. The birth of Jesus. Matt. 1:18-25; Lk. 2:1-7. 3. The Shepherds visit, Lk. 2:8-20. 4. The visit of the wise men (magi), Matt. 2:1-12. 5. The value of virginity before marriage (e.g. free from STIs, HIV/AIDS, guilt, unwanted pregnancy, abortion, death, etc.).

2. Performance Objectives: 1. Discuss the instances the birth of Jesus was announced; 2. Narrate the story of the birth of Jesus; 3. Describe the visit of the shepherds and the wise men to Jesus; 4. State the value of virginity before marriage.

3. Learning Activities:

i. Teacher Activities: Guides group reading and analysis of Bible passages on annunciation, instructs group dramatization of Jesus’ birth and visits by shepherds/wise men, uses charts for class discussion on value of virginity before marriage.

ii. Student Activities: Read and analyse the Bible passages on the annunciation of the birth of Jesus in groups, dramatize in groups the birth of Jesus and the visit of the shepherds and the wise men, use charts to participate in class discussion on the value of virginity before marriage.

4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Holy Bible for details, Costumes for role-play, Drama scripts to guide acting, Charts for values.

Week 5-6: The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple

1. Content: Knowledge: 1. Jesus presented in the temple, Lk. 2:21-24. 2. Prophecy of Simeon, Lk. 2:25-35. 3. Prophecy of Anna, Lk. 2:36-40. 4. The significance of the prophecies of Simeon and Anna.

2. Performance Objectives: 1. Explain how Jesus was presented in the temple; 2. Discuss the prophecy of Simeon; 3. Explain the prophecy of Anna; 4. State the significance of the prophecies by Simeon and Anna.

3. Learning Activities:

i. Teacher Activities: Guides reading and class discussion on Jesus’ presentation in temple, leads group discussion and presentations on prophecies of Simeon and Anna, instructs group searches on significance of prophecies with presentations.

ii. Student Activities: Read the Bible passages and participate in class discussion on the presentation of Jesus in the temple, read the Bible passages and discuss in groups the prophecies of Simeon and Anna, and make a class presentation.

Search the internet and other sources on the significance of Simeon and Anna’s prophecies in groups and make a presentation.

4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Holy Bible for prophecies, Charts for notes, Posters for visuals, Internet access for deeper info.

Week 7: Mid-Term Break

Mid term test should be conducted the test should be from week 1 to 6.

Week 8-10: Jesus and His Family

1. Content: Knowledge: 1. Jesus’ understanding of family, Matt. 12:4, 6-50. 2. Jesus obeyed His earthly parents, Lk. 2:51-52; Eph.6.1:3. 3. Ways to demonstrate obedience to our parents.

2. Performance Objectives: 1. Explain Jesus’ stand on the family; 2. Discuss Jesus obedience to His earthly parents; 3. Explain how to show obedience to parents.

3. Learning Activities:

i. Teacher Activities: Guides reading and class discussion on Jesus’ view of family, leads group discussion on Jesus’ obedience to parents, instructs group design of posters on demonstrating obedience to parents.

ii. Student Activities: Read the Bible passages and participate in class discussion on how Jesus sees the family, read the Bible passages and discuss in groups how Jesus obeyed His parents, design a poster in groups on ways to demonstrate obedience to their parents.

4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Holy Bible for understanding, Charts for discussions, Posters for designs.

Week 11: Revision

Revised all the lessons and prepare your pupils for the exam.

Week 12: Examination

The exam for the term should start.

Week 13: Examination, Marking & Vacation

Examination should be concluded together with marking and recording then vacation follows once all have been achieved.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About JSS 1 Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work

1. What is the main focus of the JSS 1 Christian Religious Studies scheme of work?
It covers themes like God and creation, relationships, God’s call, and Jesus’ early life. This helps students build faith and values.

2. How many terms does the scheme cover?
It spans three terms. Each term has 13 weeks with teaching, breaks, and exams.

3. What resources do teachers need for lessons?
Common ones include the Holy Bible, charts, infographics, video clips, and internet access. These make classes interactive.

4. Why include activities in the scheme?
Activities engage students. For example, role-plays help them understand stories like the prodigal son.

5. How does the scheme align with NERDC curriculum?
It follows NERDC guidelines exactly. It includes performance objectives and key competencies for each topic.

6. Can teachers adapt the scheme?
Yes, but stick to the sequence. Add local examples to make it relatable.

7. What values does it teach?
Values like obedience, respect, and forgiveness. Students learn through Bible stories and discussions.

8. How to handle mid-term breaks?
Use them for tests on prior weeks. This checks student progress.

9. Why spread complex topics over weeks?
It gives time for deep understanding. Like disobedience, which needs discussion on consequences.

10. Where to find more lesson notes?
Check NERDC site or teacher guides. They offer extra tips for classroom use.

Source: New Revised NERDC JSS 1 Christian Religious Studies Curriculum