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Islamic Studies A & B
ACADEMIC YEAR 2021/2022 YEAR 9
ISLAMIC STUDIES A & B
This is a compulsory course within the UAE for all those of Muslim faith. Students follow the Ministry of Education curriculum either in the medium of Arabic or English, with additions and adaptations to meet their learning needs.
Students study such topics as Holy Quran recitation rules, tolerant mind, suicide is forbidden, equality of right, attitude in public, the difference between Zakah and Sadaqah and the Islamic etiquette of clothing. Students also read and memorize a selection of Hadeeth and Surahs from the Holy Quran (Surat Al Hojorat & Surat Alwaqia. ).
COURSE CONTENT
As per the Ministry of Education curriculum, the course covers a range of topics that allow students to:
● Practice recitation and memorisation of the Holy Quran and Hadith ● Learn different rulings related to the five pillars of Islam ● Learn about the life of Prophets and their companions ● Explore links between the values of Islam and real life situations
SKILLS DEVELOPED
● Holy Quranic pronunciation and recitation ● Hadeeth memorisation ● Understanding of acts of worship and basic rules of dealings
RESOURCES
Ministry textbooks and the teacher’s own resources
