SS3 Second Term IRK Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

SS3 Islamic Religious Knowledge (IRK) Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Week 1 (Second Term): Islamic Law (Sharia) and its Principles

Lesson Objective: Introduce students to the basics of Islamic Law.

Activities:

Lecture on the principles of Sharia.

Group discussions on the application of Sharia in contemporary society.

Guest speaker: Islamic legal expert.

Week 2: Tafsir – Interpretation of Quranic Verses

Lesson Objective: Explore the art of Tafsir and its importance.

Activities:

Tafsir sessions focusing on selected Quranic verses.

Group discussions on various interpretations.

Students prepare short Tafsir presentations.

Week 3: Prophet Muhammad’s Last Sermon

Lesson Objective: Analyze the significance of Prophet Muhammad’s Last Sermon.

Activities:

Reading and discussion of the Last Sermon.

Group projects illustrating key points.

Reflection essays on the relevance of the sermon today.

Week 4: Islamic Economics and Finance

Lesson Objective: Introduce the principles of Islamic economics and finance.

Activities:

Lecture on Islamic banking and finance.

Group discussions on interest-free transactions.

Case studies on ethical business practices.

Week 5: Women’s Rights in Islam

Lesson Objective: Discuss the rights and status of women in Islam.

Activities:

Reading and analysis of Quranic verses related to women.

Group discussions on women’s roles in society.

Guest speaker: Female Islamic scholar or activist.

Week 6: Dua – The Power of Supplication

Lesson Objective: Understand the importance of Dua in Islam.

Activities:

Compilation and presentation of personal supplications.

Group discussions on the etiquette of making Dua.

Creative projects on the concept of prayer in Islam.

Week 7: Islamic Art and Calligraphy

Lesson Objective: Explore the significance of Islamic art and calligraphy.

Activities:

Hands-on calligraphy workshop.

Presentation on famous Islamic artworks.

Group projects creating Islamic-inspired art.

Week 8: Islamic Environmental Ethics

Lesson Objective: Discuss the concept of environmental stewardship in Islam.

Activities:

Group discussions on Islam’s perspective on environmental conservation.

Tree planting or community clean-up activity.

Presentation on Islamic environmental practices.

Week 9: Comparative Religion Studies

Lesson Objective: Compare Islam with other major religions.

Activities:

Research and presentations on similarities and differences.

Panel discussion with representatives from different religious backgrounds.

Reflective essays on religious tolerance.

Week 10: Charity and Social Welfare in Islam

Lesson Objective: Explore the importance of charity in Islam.

Activities:

Group projects on organizing a charity event.

Volunteering at a local charity organization.

Reflection essays on the impact of charitable actions.

Week 11: Revision Week

Activities:

Comprehensive review of all topics covered.

Quiz and interactive review sessions.

Clarification of any remaining doubts.