Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term - Senior Secondary 1

Islam in Hausa land

TERM – 3RD TERM

WEEK FOUR

Class: Senior Secondary School 1

Age: 15 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HISTORY

Topic: ISLAM IN HAUSA LAND

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Describe the introduction of Islam to the people of Hausas         

II.) Discuss the impact of Islam to the culture of Hausas

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains  how Islam was introduced to Hausa land.

Students pay attention to the teacher                                                                       

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher describe the religious syncretism and how Islam impacted the culture of the Hausas .

Students pay attention and participate

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

ISLAM IN HAUSA LAND

Islam was introduced to Hausa land through trans-Saharan trade routes, connecting the region with North Africa and the wider Islamic world. Merchants, scholars, and travelers played key roles in disseminating Islamic teachings and practices among the Hausa people. Over time, Islam became integrated into Hausa society, influencing various aspects of life, including religion, governance, law, education, and culture. Many Hausa rulers and elites embraced Islam, either through conversion or by incorporating Islamic principles into their governance structures.

Religious Syncretism

Despite the spread of Islam, Hausa land retained elements of its indigenous religious beliefs and practices. This led to a form of religious syncretism, where Islamic traditions coexisted and intermingled with traditional Hausa spiritual beliefs and rituals. Hausa land became a center for Islamic scholarship and learning, with the establishment of Quranic schools, madrasas, and centers of higher education.

Cultural Influence

 Islam had a profound impact on Hausa culture, influencing architecture, art, music, and literature. Islamic architectural styles, characterized by mosques, palaces, and other structures adorned with intricate geometric designs and calligraphy, became prominent in Hausa cities and towns.

Islam remains a dominant religion in Hausa land today, with the majority of the population identifying as Muslims. Islamic practices, rituals, and values continue to shape the daily lives of Hausa people, providing a framework for personal piety, social ethics, and community cohesion.

EVALUATION: 1. Briefly discuss the introduction of Islam to Hausa land.

  1. Describe the impact of Islam to the culture of the Hausas.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively