Religion and Social Cohesion · JHS3 Religious And…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.3.1.1.2 - Explain reasons why religious intolerance occurs and their effects on society and the individual

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define religious intolerance in their own words and give at least two examples from their community or Ghana.
Identify and explain at least four causes of religious intolerance, using examples from Ghanaian life.
Describe at least three effects of religious intolerance on society and on the individual.
Work collaboratively in groups to research, discuss, and present findings on the causes and effects of religious intolerance.
Demonstrate respect for diverse religious views during class discussions and group work.

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Curriculum details

Strand: The Family and the Community (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Religion and Social Cohesion (3.1)
Content standard: B9.3.1.1 - Identify and apply ways people with different religions can co-exist peacefully
Indicator: B9.3.1.1.2 - Explain reasons why religious intolerance occurs and their effects on society and the individual
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 4 (Week 16 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Religious and Moral Education, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 64
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

In groups, learners identify the causes of religious intolerance and its effects and present their findings for class discussion
• Causes, e.g.
o Not learning about each other's religion
o Undermining the religious beliefs and practices of others
o State being biased against one religion
• Forming political parties along religious lines
• Effects, e.g.
o It can lead to intra- and inter-religious wars
o Destruction of life and property
o Hatred and disunity in society