PROVINCE OF THE EASTERN CAPE EDUCATION DIRECTORATE: CURRICULUM FET PROGRAMMES LESSON PLANS TERM 3 RELIGION STUDIES GRADE 10 FOREWORD The following Grade 10, 11 and 12 Lesson Plans were developed by Subject Advisors during May 2009. Teachers are requested to look at them, modify them where necessary to suit their contexts and resources. It must be remembered that Lesson Plans are working documents, and any comments to improve the lesson plans in this document will be appreciated. Teachers are urged to use this document with the following departmental policy documents: Subject Statement; LPG 2008; SAG 2008; Examination Guidelines 2009 and Provincial CASS Policy / Guidelines. Lesson planning is the duty of each and every individual teacher but it helps when teachers sometimes plan together as a group. This interaction not only helps teachers to understand how to apply the Learning Outcomes (LOs) and Assessment Standards (ASs) but also builds up the confidence of the teachers in handling the content using new teaching strategies. It must please be noted that in order to help teachers who teach across grades and subjects, an attempt has been made to standardise lesson plan templates and thus the new template might not resemble the templates used in each subject during the NCS training. However, all the essential elements of a lesson plan have been retained. This change has been made to assist teachers and lighten their administrative load. Please note that these lesson plans are to be used only as a guide to complete the requirements of the Curriculum Statements and the work schedules and teachers are encouraged to develop their own learner activities to supplement and /or substitute some of the activities given here (depending on the school environment, number and type of learners in your class, the resources available to your learners, etc). Do not forget to build in the tasks for the Programme of Assessment into your Lesson Plans. Strengthen your efforts by supporting each other in clusters and share ideas. Good Luck with your endeavours to improve Teaching, Learning and Assessment. Page 2 of 19 Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 SUBJECT: RELIGION STUDIES GRADE: 10 LESSON PLAN 1 TERM 3 TIME: 8 HOURS CORE CONTENT: Principles of research: definitions of objectivity and subjectivity. Application of these insights to historical and social understanding of religion. INTEGRATION WITH OTHER SUBJECTS: History LEARNING OUTCOME 1: LEARNING OUTCOME 2: LEARNING OUTCOME 3: LEARNING OUTCOME 4: Variety of Religions. The learner is able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a variety of religions and how they relate to one another. Common features on religion as generic and unique phenomenon. The learner is able to analyse, relate and systematize universal dimensions of religion. Research into and across religions. The learner is able to apply skills of research into religion as a social phenomenon, and across religions. ■ 10.1.1 Identify various clusters of religions in the world. ■ 10.2.1 Consider various definitions of religion. Topical issues in society The learner is able to reflect critically and constructively on topical issues in society from a Religion Studies perspective and apply such insights. 10.3.1 Analyse, from a Religion Studies perspective, a number of topical issues in South Africa, Africa and the world. ■ 10.1.2 Provide a historical overview of the origins of a number of religions. ■ 10.2.2 Define religion and relate it to other concepts such as worldview, belief system, ethical system and indigenous knowledge system ■ 10.1.3 Explain the statistical situation concerning various religions in South Africa and the world. ■ 10.2.3 Distinguish aspects of understanding religion. 10.1.4 Analyse the notions of tolerance, respect, dialogue, conflict, fundamentalism, pluralism, propaganda, indoctrination and ■ 10.2.4 Analyse and categorise dimensions common to all religions. Page 3 of 19 ■ 10.3.2 Describe ethical decisionmaking principles pertaining to public life in different religions. Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans ■ 10.4.1 Analyse the notions of objectivity, subjectivity, neutrality, impartiality and insider and outsider perspectives in research into religions. ■ 10.4.2 Attend, observe, describe and interpret rituals and write a report. ■ 10.4.3 Design and conduct an interview with exponents of different religions on the relationships between religions. Grade 10 √ syncretism with reference to religious interaction ■ 10.2.5 Discuss how various religions originated. ■ 10.2.6 Describe and explain a variety of social forms, institutions and roles in different religion TEACHER ACTIVITIES LEARNER ACTIVITIES RESOURCES ASSESSMENT Asks learners questions related to how do the authors get information to write books? Introduces the research process to the class. Learners give their own answers on the questions asked. Gives the learners extracts of speeches which depicts different attitudes for analysis. Learners give their own views on the attitude of the different speakers. Textbooks Dictionaries Newspaper clips Daily assessment Classwork activity and homework Out of the discussions the teacher explains in his/her own words notions like objectivity, subjectivity, neutrality, impartiality, insider and outsider perspectives. The focus is however on objectivity and subjectivity. Learners take down notes. Textbooks Daily assessment Answering of questions from the textbook. Give dictionaries to class to look up the definitions of ‘objectivity’ and ‘subjectivity’ and write these in their class work books. Learners look up the definitions in the dictionaries and write these down in their class work books. Groups the learners into groups of 5 and gives them case studies each portraying the Learners discuss the two reports in their groups and with the necessary reasons decide which principal Page 4 of 19 Take down notes given, on the research process. Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Daily Assessment: Learners do a case study on two newspaper clips. Grade 10 DATE COMPLETED principles of objectivity and subjectivity for classification according to the two principles. One person in the group must act as a scribe for the feedback session. They must out of their knowledge of the concepts ‘objectivity ‘and ‘subjectivity’ decide which report will portray which principle the best and give clear reasons for their view. belong to which report. Consolidates the lesson by sensitizing the learners about being critical when reading reports so as to ascertain the element of objectivity. He then emphases the importance of being subjective when conducting a research. Learners take down notes, ask questions and respond to questions asked. Homework: Enrichment/Expanded Opportunities: Teacher Reflections: SIGNATURES: ____________________ TEACHER Page 5 of 19 ________________ DATE Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans _______________ HOD / SMT ____________ DATE Grade 10 SUBJECT: RELIGION STUDIES GRADE: 10 LESSON PLAN 2 TERM 3 TIME: 12 HOURS CORE CONTENT: Roles produced in various religions: Elder, Guru, Healer, Minister, Nun, Imam, Monk and Pastor. Topical issues in South Africa: Analyse kinship systems, crime and violence, suicide, divorce, education, leisure discrimination. Manifestation, causes and consequences of these issues. How are they understood from a religious perspective? Interviews on inter-religious relationships: Questions, process, identifying and interviewing people, presenting the report and discussion. INTEGRATION WITH OTHER SUBJECTS: Life Orientation PROGRAMME OF ASSESSMENT. Task 5: Investigation: Interview project on the roles and topical issues in religions. LEARNING OUTCOME 1: LEARNING OUTCOME 2: LEARNING OUTCOME 3: LEARNING OUTCOME 4: Variety of Religions. The learner is able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a variety of religions and how they relate to one another. Common features on religion as generic and unique phenomenon. The learner is able to analyse, relate and systematise universal dimensions of religion. ■ 10.2.1 Consider various definitions of religion. Topical issues in society. The learner is able to reflect critically and constructively on topical issues in society from a Religion Studies perspective and apply such insights. 10.3.1 Analyse, from a Religion Studies perspective, a number of topical issues in South Africa, √ Africa and the world. Research into and across religions. The learner is able to apply skills of research into religion as a social phenomenon, and across religions. ■ 10.1.2 Provide a historical overview of the origins of a number of religions. ■ 10.2.2 Define religion and relate it to other concepts such as worldview, belief system, ethical system and indigenous knowledge system ■ 10.3.2 Describe ethical decision-making principles pertaining to public life in different religions. ■ 10.1.3 Explain the statistical situation concerning various religions in South Africa and the world. ■ 10.2.3 Distinguish aspects of understanding religion. ■ 10.1.1 Identify various clusters of religions in the world. Page 6 of 19 Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans ■ 10.4.1 Analyse the notions of objectivity, subjectivity, neutrality, impartiality and insider and outsider perspectives in research into religions. ■ 10.4.2 Attend, observe, describe and interpret rituals and write a report. ■ 10.4.3 Design and conduct an interview with exponents of different religions on the Grade 10 √ relationships between religions. 10.1.4 Analyse the notions of tolerance, respect, dialogue, conflict, fundamentalism, pluralism, propaganda, indoctrination and syncretism with reference to religious interaction ■ 10.2.4 Analyse and categorise dimensions common to all religions. ■ 10.2.5 Discuss how various religions originated. ■ 10.2.6 Describe and explain a variety of social forms, institutions and roles in different religions. TEACHER ACTIVITIES Asks learners to explain what their understanding of the concept ‘role’. Explain s the concept and ask learners to give a Dictionary definition of the word role. Asks the learners to name a few roles that we get in the different religions. From the roles given the teacher selects those that form the focal point of the lesson and adds on those that have been omitted. Roles in focus are: Elder, Guru, Healer, Minister, Nun, Imam, Monk and Pastor. Instructs the learners about the roles each of the above is expected to play in their respective religions. A task on roles is assigned to the learners. Page 7 of 19 √ LEARNER ACTIVITIES RESOURCES ASSESSMENT Give definitions. Textbooks Magazines Newspaper articles Internet DVD Learners engage in a task on roles as assigned by the teacher. Look up the word in the dictionary and write it in their workbooks. Naming of a few roles. Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 DATE COMPLETED Introduces the learners to the interviewing process and equips them with interviewing skills / tips. Write down notes ask and answer questions. Assigns an investigation task where the learners have to interview at least two leaders from a particular religion. Assists learners in designing a questionnaire. Writes a letter informing the interviewees about the purpose of the investigation. Design a questionnaire with the help of the educator on questions like the following : Textbooks Reference books, videos, etc. Current newspaper articles and reports Literature on interview processes Programme of Assessment: Investigation project on the roles and topical issues in religions. His/her position, job, training etc. Enquire about titles of leaders in other religions. The relationships between the different religions within the society. Religion forums where different religion leaders are represented in order to address issues like violence, abuse, crime etc.in society. Representation on governmental bodies. Current programmes running on these issues. Gives different newspaper clips and DVD articles on different topical issues and the role of religion in it. Leads discussions. Table views on these news paper clips and DVD. Textbooks Newspaper articles Daily Assessment Classwork Homework (The task should emanate from what is in the articles). Divides the learners into groups each of which is assigned a topical issue to research on such as violence, crime, suicide, HIV/AIDS etc. the research should focus on the viewpoints of different religions and the role played by each regarding the issue. Conduct a research and table a report with pictures and any other relevant evidence. Textbooks Literature on the research process Newspaper articles An informal research on different topical issue. Page 8 of 19 Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 Guidance on the conducting of the research ( the SAG should be used as a reference). Presentation of gender issues from a religious perspective. Debate the issue in two groups. Consolidates by showing how the three aspects viz. roles, topical issues and interviews, dealt with above are interrelated. Taking down of notes. Homework Enrichment/Expanded Opportunities: Teacher Reflections: SIGNATURES: ____________________ TEACHER Page 9 of 19 ________________ DATE Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans _______________ HOD / SMT ____________ DATE Grade 10 SUBJECT: RELIGION STUDIES GRADE: 10 LESSON PLAN 3 TERM 3 TIME: 12 HOURS CORE CONTENT: Characteristics of fundamentalism, pluralism, propaganda, indoctrination and syncretism with reference to the interaction between religions. Principles of harmonious social existence expounded by various religions. INTEGRATION WITH OTHER SUBJECTS: Life Orientation LEARNING OUTCOME 1: LEARNING OUTCOME 2: LEARNING OUTCOME 3: LEARNING OUTCOME 4: Variety of Religions. The learner is able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a variety of religions and how they relate to one another. Common features on religion as generic and unique phenomenon. The learner is able to analyse, relate and systematise universal dimensions of religion. Topical issues in society. The learner is able to reflect critically and constructively on topical issues in society from a Religion Studies perspective and apply such insights. Research into and across religions. The learner is able to apply skills of research into religion as a social phenomenon, and across religions. ■ 10.1.1 Identify various clusters of religions in the world. ■ 10.2.1 Consider various definitions of religion. 10.3.1 Analyse, from a Religion Studies perspective, a number of topical issues in South Africa, Africa and the world. ■ 10.1.2 Provide a historical overview of the origins of a number of religions. ■ 10.2.2 Define religion and relate it to other concepts such as worldview, belief system, ethical system and indigenous knowledge system ■ 10.3.2 Describe ethical decision-making principles pertaining to public life in different religions. ■ 10.4.1 Analyse the notions of objectivity, subjectivity, neutrality, impartiality and insider and outsider perspectives in research into religions. ■ 10.4.2 Attend, observe, describe and interpret rituals and write a report. ■ 10.1.3 Explain the statistical situation concerning various religions in South Africa and the world. ■ 10.2.3 Distinguish aspects of understanding religion. 10.1.4 Analyse the notions of tolerance, respect, dialogue, conflict, fundamentalism, ■ 10.2.4 Analyse and categorise dimensions Page 10 of 19 ■ 10.4.3 Design and conduct an interview with exponents of different religions on the relationships between religions. √ Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans √ Grade 10 pluralism, propaganda, indoctrination and syncretism with reference to religious interaction common to all religions. ■ 10.2.5 Discuss how various religions originated. ■ 10.2.6 Describe and explain a variety of social forms, institutions and roles in different religion. TEACHER ACTIVITIES LEARNER ACTIVITIES RESOURCES ASSESSMENT Recall their understanding of concepts like tolerance, respect, conflict etc. for them to respond effectively in the discussions Textbooks Dictionaries Document on the Democratic Values Reference books, videos, etc. Daily assessment like class work exercises and home work. Use could be made of the tasks in the textbooks. N.B. this activity should be linked with Lesson Plan 2 Term 2 Introduces the lesson by informing the learners about the importance of interacting with people in the community. Learners are then reminded of the concepts dealt with previously viz. tolerance, respect, conflict etc. Emphasises the value of living harmoniously with others. The teacher then sensitises the learners about differences brought about by different ideologies, beliefs and value systems emanating from adherence to different religions. Emphasis is put on the importance of the interaction between religions, thus the living together in communities where people belong to different religions. Page 11 of 19 Listen and contribute in the introduction by citing examples of differences that exist in their communities generally, the impact they have and how people try and live harmoniously in spite of all these. Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 DATE COMPLETED Introduction of the concepts fundamentalism and pluralism. The two principles are discussed and critically analysed. Relates these concepts to the way in which people from different religions relate. Research on the philosophy on which each principle is based. Textbooks Dictionaries Reference books, videos, etc. A debate / role play will be conducted in the classroom. Daily assessment like any informal task. Oral presentation Divides the learners into two groups i.e. Fundamentalists and Pluralists. The groups have to prepare themselves for a debate / role play on each principle with regard to values like respect, tolerance, dialogue and discrimination. Consolidation by demonstrating to the learners the fundamentalistic as well as the pluralistic nature of the South African society. Introduces the concepts propaganda and indoctrination. The two concepts, as principles, are defined, discussed and critically and analysed. Taking of notes. Discussion and answering of questions. Textbooks Dictionaries Reference books, videos, etc. 1. How propaganda is different from spreading of information? Presents the learners with a case study / cartoon or any other source depicting either propaganda or indoctrination and then respond to the questions as in the “Learner activities” Column. Page 12 of 19 Learners should be made to respond to the following: 2. How indoctrination is different from ordinary teaching? 3. Should we support propaganda against another religion? Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 Gives the learners source depicting the mixing of elements from different religion sources and ask them to analyse the contents. Syncretism introduced, defined and discussed as a way of integrating two or more religions. The teacher exposes the learners to instances of syncretism as practiced in some churches in South Africa. Drawing from what has been done in the previous activities, the teacher exposes the learners to the process of decision-making. Explains the importance of ethics and morals in the making of decisions. Learners should be made aware that ethical decision-making has to do with the application of moral principles to various situations in their daily lives. Handling of the sources of ethical decision making e.g the teachings of the great teachers, founders or prophets as contained in the sacred books of the different religions. The lesson is concluded by demonstrating how the principles of harmonious social existence among religions impact on how people interact. Page 13 of 19 Discussion. The learners should be made to point out the advantages and disadvantages of syncretism based on their experiences. Brainstorming on the process of decision making. Explanation of their understanding of ethics, morals and values. Textbooks Dictionaries Reference books, videos, etc. Any task as a form of daily assessment. Copies of available sacred books. Any task as a form of daily assessment. Extracts from sacred sources. References on ethical teachings. Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 Homework: Enrichment/Expanded Opportunities: Teacher Reflections: SIGNATURES: ____________________ TEACHER Page 14 of 19 ________________ DATE Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans _______________ HOD / SMT ____________ DATE Grade 10 SUBJECT: RELIGION STUDIES GRADE: 10 LESSON PLAN 4 TERM 3 TIME: 16 HOURS CORE CONTENT: Rituals: Rites of passage. Observation: Establish contact with relevant persons, observe protocol, report objectively and discuss. Dimensions of religions: Spiritual experience or spirituality, faith, organization. INTEGRATION WITH OTHER SUBJECTS: Life Orientation PROGRAMME OF ASSESSMENT: Task 6: Test: Based on all LOs and Ass covered in this term. LEARNING OUTCOME 1: LEARNING OUTCOME 2: LEARNING OUTCOME 3: LEARNING OUTCOME 4: Variety of Religions. The learner is able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a variety of religions and how they relate to one another. Common features on religion as generic and unique phenomenon. The learner is able to analyse, relate and systematise universal dimensions of religion. ■ 10.2.1 Consider various definitions of religion. Topical issues in society. The learner is able to reflect critically and constructively on topical issues in society from a Religion Studies perspective and apply such insights. 10.3.1 Analyse, from a Religion Studies perspective, a number of topical issues in South Africa, Africa and the world. Research into and across religions. The learner is able to apply skills of research into religion as a social phenomenon, and across religions. ■ 10.1.2 Provide a historical overview of the origins of a number of religions. ■ 10.2.2 Define religion and relate it to other concepts such as worldview, belief system, ethical system and indigenous knowledge system ■ 10.3.2 Describe ethical decision-making principles pertaining to public life in different religions. ■ 10.1.3 Explain the statistical situation concerning various religions ■ 10.2.3 Distinguish aspects of understanding religion. ■ 10.1.1 Identify various clusters of religions in the world. Page 15 of 19 Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans ■ 10.4.1 Analyse the notions of objectivity, subjectivity, neutrality, impartiality and insider and outsider perspectives in research into religions. ■ 10.4.2 Attend, observe, describe and interpret rituals and write a report. ■ 10.4.3 Design and conduct an interview with Grade 10 √ in South Africa and the world. 10.1.4 Analyse the notions of tolerance, respect, dialogue, conflict, fundamentalism, pluralism, propaganda, indoctrination and syncretism with reference to religious interaction exponents of different religions on the relationships between religions. ■ 10.2.4 Analyse and categorise dimensions common to all religions. √ ■ 10.2.5 Discuss how various religions originated. ■ 10.2.6 Describe and explain a variety of social forms, institutions and roles in different religions. TEACHER ACTIVITIES LEARNER ACTIVITIES RESOURCES ASSESSMENT N.B. this activity should be linked with lesson 3 of term 1. Brainstorming. Textbooks Material from the Library Human resources e.g. believers in the chosen religion Daily e.g. Classwork tasks Homework The teacher asks the learners to try and remember a wedding or funeral they have attended and write down the important events on a piece of paper. A few learners then report about their observations. The teacher explains to the class that these repetitive actions or behaviours constantly coming up in these ceremonies are rituals. The concept ‘ritual’ is defined and unpacked. The teacher clarifies to the class the importance of observing the rites of passage or life-cycle rituals irrespective of different backgrounds. Page 16 of 19 Taking of notes, asking and answering of questions. Preparation of an essay and presentation. Gallery walk. Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 DATE COMPLETED Learners are taught about the different life stages like birth, initiation into adulthood, marriage and death as they are marked by different communities. The teacher divides the class into groups of six, each of which has to choose a different religion. The teacher then asks each group to prepare an essay demonstrating the rituals performed in one’s life cycle. The groups will present orally then display their essays for a gallery walk. The teacher plans and prepares the learners for the observation of a ritual and conducting an interview. The groups are further assigned a task to go and observe a ritual of their choice from the religion dealt with in activity 1 above. Drafting of questions for the interviews. The questions are presented to the teacher for scrutiny. The learners are reminded about the rules of interviewing people e.g. observing protocol as well as the importance of being objective. Learners will have to be assisted in the drawing up of questions so as to check their relevancy and objectivity. N.B.The teacher needs to establish contact and seek permission from relevant persons for the learners to conduct the interviews. Writing of reports. Textbooks Literature on research Availability of a ceremony / institution Attending, observing and conducting an interview as scheduled. Reporting. (Aspects like the importance of the ceremony to its people, similarities and differences will be specified.) N.B. this activity should be linked Page 17 of 19 Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 On-going submission to the teacher of each completed piece of the task that will culminate in the final writing of the report. with lesson 3 of term 2. The learners are introduced to the dimensions of religions. The teacher asks the learners to brainstorm in pairs their understanding of the terms prayer, meditation and faith. They are also asked to share their experiences regarding these. A few pairs report The teacher explains to the learners the aspect of spirituality in all religions. The teacher explains the aspects of prayer, meditation and faith as elements of spirituality. The teacher explains to the learners the existence of institutions or organizations inherited from the past by different religions. Reference is made to churches, mosques, temples, synagogues etc. Brainstorming in pairs their understanding of the terms prayer, meditation and faith. Textbooks Additional text from the library and newspapers Daily Assessment like classwork exercises and homework. Textbooks Texts with pictures of the institutions Learners should be exposed to a variety of daily activities in preparation for the test. Sharing of experiences regarding these. Reporting. Taking down of notes. Learners will participate in class discussions. Taking of notes. Programme of Assessment A controlled test focusing on the following should be written: Rituals Observations and interviews Dimensions of religions Classification of institutions according to how many different people have a say in running them viz. (Refer Focus on Religion Studies) 1, Monarchy 2. Oligarchy 3. Democracy The teacher will give a general explanation of these forms and cite different religions where they are applicable. Classification of religious organizations on whether they are: Local religions Page 18 of 19 Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans Grade 10 National religions Universal religions The teacher will give a general explanation of these forms and cite different religions where they are applicable. (Refer.OBE for FET Religion Studies) Local religions Homework: Enrichment/Expanded Opportunities: Teacher Reflections: SIGNATURES: ____________________ TEACHER Page 19 of 19 ________________ DATE Religion Studies Term 3 Lesson Plans _______________ HOD / SMT ____________ DATE Grade 10