Vocabulary Development - Senior Secondary 1 - Words associated with Religion - Traditional Religion

Words associated with Religion - Traditional Religion

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TERM: 1ST TERM

WEEK: 9 and 10

CLASS: Senior Secondary School 1
AGE: 15 years
DURATION: 1 period of 40 mins
DATE:
TOPIC: Vocabulary Development
CONTENT: Words Associated with Religion – Traditional Religion
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:

  • Define traditional religion
  • Identify vocabulary associated with traditional religion (e.g., shrine, cult, amulet, oracle, divination, ritual)

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Discussion, group activities, field trip (optional)
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Real objects (e.g., charms, amulets), charts, drawings, field trip to a shrine (if possible)

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

STEP 1: The teacher defines traditional religion and explains its significance in various cultures, especially in the African context.

  • Learners listen, observe, and participate in discussions.

 

STEP 2: Teacher introduces key terms related to traditional religion, such as shrine, cult, diviner, oracle, and amulet. The teacher explains the role of each term in traditional religious practices.

  • Learners observe and discuss these terms, providing examples where possible.

 

STEP 3: Teacher provides a passage or reading material about traditional religion, emphasizing rituals, sacrifices, and divination. Students read the passage and underline words related to the practice of traditional religion.

  • Learners read the passage, underline relevant vocabulary, and discuss their meanings.

 

STEP 4: Teacher organizes a visit to a shrine (optional) or shows real objects related to traditional religion (e.g., amulets, charms). Students write down the vocabulary they encounter during the visit.

  • Learners participate in the visit, observe the objects, and take notes on the vocabulary.

 

EVALUATION:

  • Define traditional religion and explain its key practices.
  • Identify 5 words associated with traditional religion.
  • Fill in the blank: “The ______ is used to seek guidance from spirits.”
  • List 3 items used in traditional religious rituals.
  • Match the words with their meanings: “oracle,” “amulet,” “ritual,” “sacrifice.”

 

CLASS-WORK:

  • Write a short essay (5-7 sentences) on the significance of amulets and charms in traditional religion.
  • Create a mind map of the different rituals involved in traditional religion.

 

ASSIGNMENT:

  • Write a paragraph on the role of divination in traditional religion. Include examples of objects used in divination practices.
  • Draw and label an altar or shrine based on your understanding of traditional religious practices.

 

CONCLUSION:

The teacher reviews students' work, offers feedback, and discusses any questions about the lesson.