ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NOTES

ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NOTES

INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

GENERAL OBJECTIVES-KCSE-ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NOTES
By the end of the course, the learner should be able to: –
  1. acquire knowledge, values and principles of Islam
  2. emulate the teachings of the prophet (p.b.u.h)
  3. appreciate and observe the fundamental beliefs and practices of Islam
  4. 4, discharge his/her role and responsibility effectively as Allah’s vicegerent on earth
  5. appreciate the wonders of Allah’s creation and develop a sense of responsibility in managing the environment
  6. recognize work as a form of lbadah
  7. acquire relevant skills and values to cope with issues and challenges
  8. develop respect for and foster harmonious co-existence with other people through tolerance
  9. promote international consciousness through an understanding of the universality of Allah and equality of mankind
  10. appreciate the role of Islamic history in the development of human culture and civilization
  11. acquaint him/herself with the works and contributions of Muslim scholars and reforms.

 

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OBJECTIVES OF IRE

IN THE NAME OF ALLAH THE MOST GRACIOUS MOST MERCIFUL

Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds, salutation and blessing be upon The Prophet (p.b.u.h).
The Secondary Islamic Religious Education (IRE) is aimed at exposing the learner to the fundamental principles and teachings of Islam.
Islam is not merely a set of beliefs or rituals but a way of life. This syllabus is therefore designed to nurture the spiritual, moral, social, emotional and physical well being of the learner.

The syllabus consists 8 main areas of study, namely: –

  • Quran
  • Hadith
  • Devotional Acts
  • Pillars of Iman (faith)
  • Akhlaq (morals)
  • Muamalat (relationship)
  • History of Islam
  • Muslim scholars
In this syllabus areas have gradually been based on what is taught in the primary I.R.E syllabus in a spiral approach. They are further divided into topics and sub-topics but they should be presented in an integrated approach.
The syllabus is geared towards adaptability and appropriateness of the needs and interests of t Therefore it is highly recommended that the teacher employs life approach as a means of achieving the desired objective(s).
The learning of IRE. in secondary schools is geared towards enabling the learner face the challenges of life. Thus, special attention has been given to relating the teachings of Islam to issues such as HIV/AIDS, gender, child abuse, child labour and neglect, drugs and substance.
Ultimately the syllabus aims at making the learner be at peace with his creator, self, others, and the environment.

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