New Revised NERDC JSS 1 Islamic Studies Scheme of Work
Week 1: Tahdhib: Healthy Social Relationships in Islam
1. Content: Knowledge: Islamic principles for social interactions; examples from Qur’an/Hadith. Skill: Demonstrating healthy relationships.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Explain key principles (e.g., kindness, honesty). 2. Identify benefits of healthy relationships. 3. Apply in daily interactions.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher uses stories to illustrate, The teacher facilitates group discussions.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners share examples, The learners role-play positive interactions.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Storybooks on Islamic relationships – for real-life examples; Role-play props – to make activities fun; Charts of principles – for quick reference.
Week 2: Tahdhib: Healthy Social Relationships in Islam (Continued)
1. Content: Knowledge: Challenges and solutions in social relationships. Skill: Resolving conflicts Islamically.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Discuss common issues (e.g., misunderstandings). 2. Suggest Islamic solutions. 3. Demonstrate conflict resolution.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher organizes simulations, The teacher guides reflections.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners simulate scenarios, The learners discuss outcomes in groups.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Simulation cards – for scenario practice; Group discussion sheets – to organize thoughts.
Week 3: Tahdhib: Corruption
1. Content: Knowledge: Definition, types, and Islamic views on corruption. Skill: Identifying and resisting corrupt practices.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Define corruption. 2. List types (e.g., bribery). 3. Explain Islamic teachings against it. 4. Suggest ways to resist.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher presents real-life examples, The teacher leads debates.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners debate impacts, The learners brainstorm resistance strategies.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: News clippings on corruption – for current examples; Debate prompts – to guide arguments; Whiteboard for listing types – for visual lists.
Week 4: Tahdhib: Corruption (Continued)
1. Content: Knowledge: Consequences and building a just society. Skill: Advocating against corruption.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Describe effects on society. 2. Propose Islamic anti-corruption measures. 3. Commit to personal integrity.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher facilitates project work on solutions.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners create posters, The learners present ideas.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Poster-making materials – for creative output; Project rubrics – to assess work.
Week 5: Tahdhib: Spirituality and Essence of Man’s Creation on Earth
1. Content: Knowledge: Purpose of creation per Islam; spiritual aspects. Skill: Reflecting on life’s purpose.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Explain man’s creation (e.g., worship Allah). 2. Discuss spiritual growth. 3. Relate to personal life.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher shares Qur’anic verses, The teacher guides meditations.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners reflect in journals, The learners discuss in circles.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Qur’anic excerpts – for direct reference; Reflection journals – for private notes.
Week 6: Tahdhib: Spirituality and Essence of Man’s Creation on Earth (Continued)
1. Content: Knowledge: Balancing worldly and spiritual life. Skill: Applying spiritual principles daily.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Identify ways to nurture spirituality. 2. Balance duties. 3. Set personal spiritual goals.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher organizes goal-setting sessions.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners set and share goals, The learners practice simple spiritual exercises.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Goal-setting worksheets – for planning; Inspirational videos (Islamic) – for motivation.
Week 7: Mid-Term Break
Mid term test should be conducted the test should be from week 1 to 6.
Week 8: Fiqh: Supererogatory Prayers (Nawafil)
1. Content: Knowledge: Types and importance of Nawafil; rules. Skill: Performing Nawafil correctly.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. List types (e.g., Sunnah prayers). 2. Explain benefits. 3. Perform basic Nawafil.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher demonstrates prayers, The teacher explains rules.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners practice in groups, The learners observe peers.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Prayer mats – for practical sessions; Demonstration charts – to show steps; Timetables for prayers – for timing reference.
Week 9: Fiqh: Supererogatory Prayers (Nawafil – Continued)
1. Content: Knowledge: Integration with obligatory prayers. Skill: Timing and execution.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Describe when to perform Nawafil. 2. Integrate with daily routine. 3. Reflect on spiritual gains.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher supervises practice sessions.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners perform and log prayers, The learners discuss experiences.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Prayer logs – for tracking; Group practice areas – for space.
Week 10: Fiqh: Prohibited Prayer Times (during sunrise and sunset)
1. Content: Knowledge: Reasons for prohibition; alternatives. Skill: Observing correct prayer times.
2. Performance Objectives: Pupils should be able to: 1. Identify prohibited times. 2. Explain Islamic rationale. 3. Plan prayers accordingly.
3. Learning Activities:
i. Teacher Activities: The teacher uses clocks to illustrate, The teacher quizzes knowledge.
ii. Learning Activities: The learners mark times on calendars, The learners quiz each other.
4. Teaching and Learning Resources: Wall clocks – for time demos; Calendars with prayer times – for planning; Quiz sheets – for assessment.
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.