Comprehensive Christian Religious Studies (CRS) Curriculum

National Teaching Council (NTC)

Content Development for Teacher Licensure Examinations

This structured framework presents the Content Areas, Competencies, and Assessment Specifications for Christian Religious Studies in Ghana's teacher certification program.

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Core Content Areas & Learning Outcomes

1. Historical Foundations of Christianity

Competencies:

• Trace Paul's missionary journeys (Acts 13-28)

• Analyze Christianity's growth in Ghana (1842-present)

Key Topics:

• Basel/Presbyterian missionary challenges

• Church-state relations in colonial era

• Pentecostal movement in 20th century

Assessment Focus:

• Map Paul's 3rd journey (Level 2)

• Compare missionary education vs. traditional systems (Level 4)

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2. Biblical Studies

Old Testament Mastery:

• Covenant theology (Abraham → New Covenant)

• Leadership models (Joseph, Deborah)

• Social ethics (Ezekiel's individual responsibility)

New Testament Emphasis:

• Jesus' parables and contemporary application

• Pauline epistles on civic responsibility

Skill Development:

• Contrast Creation accounts (Gen 1 vs. Gen 2)

• Design a modern "Good Samaritan" scenario

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3. Christian Doctrines

Core Beliefs:

• Trinity: Economic vs. Ontological perspectives

• Sacraments: Infant vs. Believer's baptism debates

Contemporary Issues:

• Environmental stewardship theology

• Christian responses to cybercrime

Critical Analysis:

• Evaluate prosperity gospel against NT teachings (Level 4)

• Develop anti-corruption sermon outline

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4. Christian Ethics

Moral Frameworks:

• Sexual ethics: Biblical foundations

• Religious tolerance in multi-faith Ghana

Application Tasks:

• Case study: Church response to LGBTQ+ debates

• Interfaith dialogue simulation

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Assessment Blueprint

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Pedagogical Features

Contextualized Learning

• Ghanaian Case Studies:

  • Presbyterian Church's role in education

  • Charismatic churches' social impact

• Localized Assessments:

  • "How would Jesus address Ghana's corruption crisis?" (L4)

  • Compare traditional African vs. Christian marriage rites

Skill Progression

1. Memorization: Books of the Bible (L1)

2. Interpretation: Analyze David's leadership flaws (L3)

3. Application: Design youth program on sexual purity (L4)

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Teaching Resources

Digital Tools

• Interactive Bible maps

• Database of Ghanaian church histories

Classroom Strategies

• Role Play: Council of Jerusalem debate

• Project-Based Learning:

  • Church social responsibility audit

  • Biblical values infographic

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Key Takeaways

• 60% Higher-Order Focus: Critical analysis of biblical texts

• Cultural Relevance: African contextual theology

• Practical Ministry Skills: Sermon preparation, ethical reasoning

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