JSS3 Islamic Religious Studies Scheme of Work
Islamic Religious Studies (IRS) in JSS3 provides a thorough look into the principles, practices, and teachings of Islam. Studying IRS at this level is crucial for preparing students for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). It deepens their understanding of the Quran, Hadith (sayings of Prophet Muhammad), and Islamic history, promoting spiritual growth and cultural awareness.
IRS helps students excel academically in the BECE and also teaches values important for personal growth and being a responsible citizen.
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JSS3 Islamic Religious Studies Scheme of Work for First Term
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PROPRIETORS OF PRIVATE SCHOOLS (NAPPS) SCHEMES OF WORK FOR JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS | ||
| Islamic Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Junior Secondary School 3(JSS3) | ||
| Class | J.S.S 3 | |
| Subject | Islamic Religious Studies | |
| Term | First Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | SURATUL MULK | Reading and meaning (1-5) |
| 2 | THE FOUR RIGHTLY GUIDED CALIPHS (ABUBAKAR) | The 1st Caliph. Life history of Abubakar As-Siddiq and his contributions to Islam |
| 3 | HUMAN RELATION | Good human relationship with all people (Q 49 v 10 -23), 24 v 27-29) |
| 4 | SURATUL MULK | Reading and meaning 96-10) chapter 67 |
| 5 | ATTRIBUTES OF ALLAH | Reading of the attribute of Allah (S.W.T) 1-10 |
| 6 | HUMAN ATTRIBUTES | Greeting and responses, forgiveness, cleanliness of the mind, body, and clothes |
| 7 | BRIEF HISTORY OF SOME NIGERIAN SCHOLARS. | Sheikh Uthman Dan Fodio, life history and contributions to Islam |
| 8 | HADITH | Hadith 11 and 12 of An Nawawi’s collection and their lessons. Hadith 13 and 14 of An-nawawi, lessons learnt from it. |
| 9 | THE FOUR RIGHTLY GUIDED CALIPHS | Umar bin Al-Khattab (2nd Caliphs). Life history and contributions to Islam |
| 10 | THE ATTRIBUTES OF ALLAH | 11-20 reading and meaning |
| 11 | REVISION | Revision. |
| 12 | BECE EXAMINATION | Examination |
JSS3 Islamic Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Second Term
| Term | Second Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | SURATUL MULK | Q:67: 11-15 and lessons learnt. 11 REVISION 12 EXAMINATION |
| 2 | HADITH | 15 and 16 of Al-nawawi’s collection and their lessons |
| 3 | SUJUD SAHWI | Sujud al-sahwi i.e. Qabli and Ba’adi |
| 4 | HUMAN RELATIONS IN ISLAM | Equity, justice and fair play |
| 5 | THE FOUR RIGHTLY GUIDED CALIPHS AND THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS | Uthman bn Affan (3 Caliph) life history and contributions to Islam |
| 6 | ATTRIBUTES OF ALLAH (SWT) SURATUL MULK | Attributes 21-30 and their lessons Q 67: 16-20 and lessons learnt |
| 7 | BRIEF HISTORY OF SOME NIGERIAN SCHOLARS | Sheikh Abdullahi bin Fodio (Brother of the sheikh) his life history and contribution to Islam. |
| 8 | HADITH | Hadith No: 17 of Al-nawawi’s and its lessons. |
| 9 | ATTRIBUTE OF ALLAH (SWT) | Attributes (31-40) and their lessons |
| 10 | BRIEF HISTORY OF NIGERIAN MUSLIM SCHOLARS. | Muhammad Bello bin Fodio. Life history and contributions in Islam. |
| 11 | REVISION | |
| 12 | EXAMINATION |
JSS3 Third Term Islamic Religious Studies Scheme of Work
| Term | Third Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 2 | HADITH | Hadith 20 and 21 of Al-nawawi’s collection and their lessons. |
| 3 | THE FOUR RIGHTLY GUIDED CALIPHS AND THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS | Aliyu bin Abutalib (4th Caliph) his life history and contributions to Islam. |
| 4 | ATTRIBUTES OF ALLAH (SWT) | Attribute 41-50 and their lessons |
| 5 | SURATUL MULK | Q 27: 26-30 and lessons learnt Q 27: 21-25 and their lessons |
| 6 | BRIEF HISTORY OF SOME NIGERIAN SCHOLARS | Nana Asma’u bintu Fodio; her life history and contributions to Islam |
| 7 | BRIEF HISTORY OF SOME NIGERIAN SCHOLARS | Sheikh El-kanemi, as well as his contributions to Islam. |
| 8 | BRIEF HISTORY OF SOME NIGERIAN SCHOLARS | Sheikh Adam of Ilorin, and his contributions to Islam. |
| 9 | BRIEF HISTORY OF SOME NIGERIAN SCHOLARS | Sheikh Shitta-bey of Lagos, and his contributions to Islam. |
| 10 | SUJUD AS-SAHWI | Conditions and mode for the Sujud |
| 11 | REVISION | Revision |
| 12 | EXAMINATION. | Examination. |
Recommended Islamic Religious Studies Textbooks for Junior Secondary School 3
- Islamic Studies for Junior Secondary Schools Bks 1 – 3 Aisha B. Lemu by University Press
- Islamic Studies (KAURA)
- 40 Hadith of An-nawawi
- The Holy Qur’an & Translation by Yusuf Ali
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