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CRS834Arts2 Unitsintermediate

New Religious Movement in Africa

This course provides an overview of New Religious Movements in Africa. It explores the reasons for their establishment and growth, examining selected movements in Christianity, African Traditional Religion, and Islam. The course also covers Oriental religious movements, focusing on their beliefs, spread, and impact. Students will gain insights into the contributions of these movements to the modernization of Nigeria and their interactions with society.

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273h
Study Time
13
Weeks
21h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
New Religious MovementsAfricaChristianityIslamIndigenous Movements

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Establishment of New Religious Movements

2

Growth of Indigenous Churches

3

Oriental Religious Movements

4

Islamic Movements

5

African Traditional Religion

6

Doctrines and Beliefs

Total Topics6 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 assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Religious Affairs Analyst

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Cultural Researcher

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Social Worker

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Community Leader

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Theologian

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Industry Applications

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Religious OrganizationsGovernment AgenciesNon-Profit OrganizationsEducational InstitutionsResearch Institutes

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Reasons for the Establishment and Growth of selected New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 1: The Root Causes for the Establishment of Religious Movements in Africa

3 study hours
  • •Explore the root causes of schisms and the impact of evangelism.
  • •Analyze leadership issues, doctrines, and practices of Christianity in Africa.
Week
2

Module 1: Reasons for the Establishment and Growth of selected New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 2: The Christ Apostolic Church of Nigeria Worldwide

3 study hours
  • •Explain Apostle Babalola's call and his meeting with Faith Tabernacle members.
  • •Identify Babalola's contributions to Christianity and discuss his persecution.
Week
3

Module 1: Reasons for the Establishment and Growth of selected New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 3: The Cherubim and Seraphim Movement Worldwide

3 study hours
  • •Narrate Moses Orimolade's call and identify his contributions to Christianity.
  • •Enumerate Orimolade's mission journeys and discuss his persecution.
Week
4

Module 1: Reasons for the Establishment and Growth of selected New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 4: The Celestial Church of Christ Movement Worldwide

3 study hours
  • •Narrate the story of Oshoffa and discuss the teachings of the Celestial Church.
  • •Describe the trance of Yanga and the mission's doctrines.
Week
5

Module 1: Reasons for the Establishment and Growth of selected New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 5: Young Men's Christian Movement

3 study hours
  • •State when and where the YMCM was founded and its aims.
  • •Discuss the Movement's impact on the less privileged.
Week
6

Module 1: Reasons for the Establishment and Growth of selected New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 6: Young Women's Christian Movement (Association) (YMCM)

3 study hours
  • •Identify the roles of the Young Women's Christian Movement.
  • •Explain the Movement's contributions to the Christendom.
Week
7

Module 1: Reasons for the Establishment and Growth of selected New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 7: The Synagogue Church of Nations Movement

3 study hours
  • •State the teachings of the Synagogue Church of All Nations.
  • •State the roles of the Movement in member nations and the roles of the Five Wise Men.
Week
8

Module 2: Selected Recent New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 1: Winners Chapel Movement

3 study hours
  • •Explain Oyedepo's call by God and trace the role of his mother.
  • •Discuss the history and establishment of Winners Chapel Movement.
Week
9

Module 2: Selected Recent New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 2: The Redeemed Christian Church of God Movement

3 study hours
  • •State how the Redeemed Christian Church Movement was established.
  • •Discuss the mission and beliefs of the Movement.
Week
10

Module 2: Selected Recent New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 3: Mountain of Fire Miracle Ministries Movement

3 study hours
  • •Explain Dr. Olukoya's commitment to the Mountain of Fire Miracle Ministry.
  • •Discuss the beliefs and mission of the Movement.
Week
11

Module 2: Selected Recent New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 4: Secret Societies

3 study hours
  • •State the importance of secret societies in Nigeria.
  • •Identify the roles of the Egungun group.
Week
12

Module 2: Selected Recent New Religious Movements in Africa

3h

Unit 5: African Religious Movements

3 study hours
  • •Explain the origin of Ifa and analyze its roles to mankind.
  • •Discuss the roles of Ogun, Esu, and Songo.
Week
13

Module 2: Selected Recent New Religious Movements in Africa

6h

Unit 6: Izãlah Movement

3 study hours
  • •Narrate the origin of the Izalah Movement and identify its contributions.
  • •State the objectives and methods used by the Movement.

Unit 7: Tijaniyyah Movement

3 study hours
  • •Define the Tijaniyyah Movement and identify its source.
  • •Account for the spread of Tijaniyyah in Nigeria.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events in the establishment of each movement (Units 1-7 in each module)

2

Compare and contrast the core beliefs and practices of Christian, ATR, and Islamic movements (Modules 1-3)

3

Develop case studies analyzing the socio-cultural impact of specific movements (all modules)

4

Practice essay questions on the role of leadership in the growth of religious movements (Units 2, 3, 5 in each module)

5

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and Self-Assessment Exercises (SAEs) for key concepts and arguments (all units)

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