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CRS491Arts2 Unitsintermediate

African Traditional Religion And Culture

This course introduces students to African Traditional Religion and Culture, exploring shared values and the relationship between religion and culture in Africa. It provides theoretical, theological, and practical knowledge to critically evaluate African traditional religious beliefs and culture. The course promotes respect for African heritage and challenges students to defend values associated with tolerance and mutual coexistence, while disassociating from erroneous terminologies.

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48h

Study Time

13

Weeks

4h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

African ReligionTraditional CultureAfrican BeliefsReligion and CultureAfrican Theology

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Definition of African Traditional Religion and Culture

2

Errors of Terminologies in African Traditional Religion

3

Concept of God in African Traditional Religion

4

Revelation in African Traditional Religion

5

Ancestral Veneration

6

Rites of Passage

7

Totems and Taboos

8

Symbols in African Traditional Religion and Culture

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Community Leader

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Industry Applications

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Course Guide

3h

Course Guide

3 study hours

•Read the course guide to understand the course objectives, structure, and assessment methods.
•Familiarize yourself with the course materials and available support services.

Week

2

Module 1: General Introduction to African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

Unit 1: Definition of African Tradition Religion and culture

3 study hours

•Define religion from different perspectives: theological, sociological, and philosophical.
•Understand the terms African Traditional Religion, traditional, and indigenous.
•Explain the theories of the origin of religion.

Week

3

Module 1: General Introduction to African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

Unit 2: Errors of Terminologies in African Traditional Religion

3 study hours

•Identify the errors of terminologies used in African Traditional Religion.
•State the reasons for these errors, such as ignorance and cultural superiority.
•Discuss the impact of these terminologies on the perception of African Traditional Religion.

Week

4

Module 1: General Introduction to African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

Unit 3: Justification for the Study of African Traditional Religion and Culture

3 study hours

•Identify the importance of religion in any given society.
•Identify the positive and negative roles of religion in society.
•Discuss the characteristics and significant roles of culture.

Week

5

Module 1: General Introduction to African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

UNIT 4: THE NATURE AND CHARACTERISTICS OF ATR

3 study hours

•Know the basic elements of religion.
•Describe the nature of African Traditional Religion.
•Identify the characteristic features of African Traditional Religion.

Week

6

Module 1: General Introduction to African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

UNIT 5 SOURCES OF ATR AND PROBLEMS CONFRONTING ITS STUDY

3 study hours

•List and discuss the sources of African Traditional Religion.
•Examine the problems confronting the study of African Traditional Religion.
•Discuss the impact of geographical and historical factors on the study of ATR.

Week

7

Module II God and Man in African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

Unit 1: The concept of God in African traditional religion beliefs

3 study hours

•Explain the concept of God in African Traditional Religion.
•Mention the names of God across Africa.
•Describe the attributes of God in African Traditional Religion.

Week

8

Module II God and Man in African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

Unit 2: God and the world in African traditional religion and culture

3 study hours

•Know how God controls and maintains the world.
•Explain how God created the world.
•Describe the social changes that have taken place in the world.

Week

9

Module II God and Man in African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

Unit 3: Revelation in ATR

3 study hours

•Explain the meaning of revelation.
•Identify the media of revelation.
•Give some examples of revelation among your own people.

Week

10

Module II God and Man in African Traditional Religion and Culture

3h

Unit 4: Ancestral veneration in ATR

3 study hours

•Explain the concept of veneration and ancestral veneration.
•List qualities of veneration for ancestors.
•Explain how ancestors can be venerated in any African community.

Week

11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: The relationship between ATR and culture

3 study hours

•Define the concept of culture and African Traditional Religion.
•Establish the relationship between religion and culture.
•Discuss the role of culture in national development.

Week

12

Module 3:

6h

Unit 2: Rites of passage in ATR

3 study hours

•Define the concept rites of passage.
•Identify the rites of passage in African Traditional Religion.
•State the significance of the rites of passage in African Traditional Religion.

Unit 3: Proverbs in African religious beliefs

3 study hours

•Explain what proverbs and wise sayings are.
•Discuss the role of proverbs in African Traditional Religion and culture.
•Mention some proverbs and wise sayings from some African societies.

Week

13

Module 3:

6h

Unit 4: Totems and Taboos in African Traditional Religion and culture

3 study hours

•Define totem and taboo.
•Explain the relationship between totems and taboos in African traditional religious beliefs.
•Discuss the classification of taboos.

Unit 5: Symbols in African Traditional Religion and Culture

3 study hours

•Define symbols in African Traditional Religion and culture.
•Distinguish between symbols and signs in African Traditional Religion and culture.
•Discuss the types of symbols in African Traditional Religion and culture.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and definitions.

2

Develop flashcards for important terms and names of deities across different African cultures.

3

Practice essay questions that require you to compare and contrast different aspects of African Traditional Religion.

4

Review all tutor-marked assignments and feedback to identify areas for improvement.

5

Form study groups to discuss and clarify complex topics with peers.

6

Focus on understanding the relationships between religion, culture, and society in the African context.

7

Pay close attention to the ethical and moral dimensions of African Traditional Religion.

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