Rites of Passage · JHS2 Religious And Moral…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.2.1.1.3 - Describe how puberty rites are performed in traditional Ghanaian societies

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Describe the activities performed during puberty rites in at least three traditional Ghanaian societies (Bragro, Dipo, Baala, Sodji-wi).
Explain the significance of puberty rites for the individual and the community.
Role play or demonstrate how puberty rites are performed in their own community or a community they know.
Defend or critique the practice of puberty rites in a class debate, using reasoned arguments.
Show respect for cultural diversity by listening attentively to descriptions of puberty rites from different traditions.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Religious Practices (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Rites of Passage (2.1)
Content standard: B8.2.1.1 - Explain rites of passage and identify the moral lessons in them
Indicator: B8.2.1.1.3 - Describe how puberty rites are performed in traditional Ghanaian societies
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 6 (Week 6 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. 31
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Describe activities performed during puberty.
Some Traditional Societies
• Bragro of the Akan
• Dipo of the Krobo
• Baala of Sissala
• Sodji-wi of the Chala, etc.
2. Learners to role play how puberty rites are performed in their community.
3. Identify the significance of puberty rites.
Significance
• Moral education
• The rites prepare the person for married life
• They equip the person with the skills and knowledge needed for adult life
• They bring people together and unite them, etc.
4. In two groups, learners debate the motion "Puberty rites are outmoded."