In SSS3, Christian Religious Studies (CRS) focuses on the teachings and practices of Christianity, helping students grasp its core beliefs and ethical principles. CRS covers a wide range of topics such as the life of Jesus Christ, the importance of the Bible, Christian morals, church history, and key Christian celebrations and rituals.
The Lagos state unified scheme of work for CRS in SSS3 is designed to sharpen students’ critical thinking and ability to explain religious ideas clearly. What they learn in CRS directly relates to what they’ll be tested on in the WASSCE exams, making it a useful teaching and study tool.
Beyond exams, CRS also plays a vital role in shaping students’ moral and ethical development. It encourages values like kindness, fairness, and honesty, which are crucial for personal growth and building harmonious communities. Additionally, by studying Christianity in depth, students gain a greater understanding of other religions, promoting tolerance and respect for different beliefs.
In SSS3 for Christian Religious Studies in Nigeria, assessment methods include written exams covering biblical texts and doctrines, project work on themes and ethics, oral presentations on sermons or debates,, group projects analyzing narratives, and continuous assessments like quizzes and homework.
Students also prepare for external exams such as WASSCE which comprises multiple-choice questions and essays. These methods aim to evaluate knowledge, critical thinking, and application of Christian teachings in practical and theoretical contexts.
| LAGOS STATE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION: UNIFIED SCHEMES OF WORK FOR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS | ||
| Christian Religious Studies Scheme of Work for Senior Secondary Schools 3(SSS3) | ||
| Class | S.S.S 3 | |
| Subject | Christian Religious Studies | |
| Term | First Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | Birth of Jesus Christ | The annunciation of Jesus Christ. Matt. 1:18-25; Lk 1:25-33 |
| The birth of Jesus Christ Matt. 2:123, Lk 2:1-20 | ||
| The visit of the wise men and the significance of the gifts. Matt. 2:1-12. | ||
| 2 | Baptism of Jesus Christ | 1. Meaning and types of baptism. 2. Purpose of Jesus’ baptism. 3. Synoptic account of the baptism of Jesus Christ. Mt. 3:13-17, Mk 1:911, Li. 3:21-22. 4. the significant of Jesus’ baptism. |
| 3 | Temptation of Jesus Christ | Synoptic account of the temptation of Jesus Christ Matt. 4:1-11 Mk. 1:9-13 Lk. 4:1-12 |
| Significance of each of the three temptations. | ||
| Temptation in the world today and how to overcome it. | ||
| 4 | Call to discipleship | Discuss the meaning of discipleship and reasons why Jesus called the disciples. Matt. 28:19-20, Mak. 16:15-19, Lk. 5:10 |
| 1a. the call of the first four disciples and their responses. Matt. 4:18-25 Mk 2:13-17, 1:16-20 Lk. 5:1-11 1b. The names of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ.. Matt. 10:1-4 | ||
| The call of the word is disciples and the demand for discipleship. | ||
| 5 | Mission of the twelve and seventy disciples | Reasons why Jesus sent out his disciples on a mission. |
| Mission of the twelve Mtt. 10:L1-15 Mk. 6:7-13 Lk. 9:1-16 | ||
| Achievements of the mission of the twelve and its significance. | ||
| 6 | Mission of the seventy | The mission of the seventy. Lk. 10:1-20 Note instructions that were given to the seventy. |
| Achievement of the seventy disciples. | ||
| 1. Differences and similarities in the mission of the twelve and the seventy disciples. 2. The significance of the mission of the twelve and the seventy disciples | ||
| 7 | The trial before the high priest | a. The names of the three authorities that tried Jesus Christ b. Christ before the high priest. Matt. 26:36-75 Mk. 14:53-72 Lk 22:66-71 |
| Christ before Herod. Lk. 23:6-12 Danger of false accusation. | ||
| 8 | Crucifixion, death and burial of Jesus Christ | The crucifixion. Mtt. 27:32-66 Lk. 23: 26-46 |
| Jesus words on the cross seven words of Jesus on the cross Mtt. 27:46 Mk. 15:34 Jn. 19:27. Jn 19:30 | ||
| 1. Death and burial. Matt. 27:57-71 Mk. 15:42-47 Lk. 23:50-56 2. The role of Joseph of Arimathea 3. The women in the burial of Jesus Christ Lk:23:50-56 Jn. 19: 38-42 -Significance of Jesus’ death. | ||
| 9 | The resurrection of Jesus Christ | Jesus rose from the dead after three days Mtt. 28:1-10 Mk 16:1-14, Lk 24:1-35 |
| The activities of women in the resurrection story. | ||
| The importance of the resurrection of Jesus to the Christian faith | ||
| Jesus appearance to the two disciples on their way to Emmaus. Lk. 24:135. | ||
| 10 | Communal living in the early church | Peter’s address. Act. 1:15-20. |
| The election of the successor of Judas Iscariot. Act 1:21-26 | ||
| Characteristics of the early Christian community. Acts 2:24-47, Acts 4:32-37 1. Dishonesty Acts. 5:1-11 2. 2. Discrimination. Hellenistic and Hebrew 3. Partiality | ||
| 1. Solution to the problem of the early Christian community. Acts 6:2-6. 2. The need to appoint seven deacons. Relate the problem of early community with the problem of tribalism or sectionalism in local churches today. 3. Ways of solving these problems. | ||
| 11 | Revision | |
| 12 | Examination | |
| Term | Second Term | |
| Week | Topic | Breakdown |
| 1 | The holy spirit in Pentecost | The promise of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:8. |
| The coming of the Holy Spirit Acts 2:1-13. | ||
| 1. Peter’s speech Acts 2:14-41. 2. The Holy spirit at work today. | ||
| 2 | Mission to the gentiles | Saul’s conversion Acts 9:1-19. |
| Saul in Damascus and Jerusalem Acts 9:20-30. | ||
| 1. Peter’s ministry in Lydda and Joppa Acts 9:32-42. 2. Peter and the Gentles convert Acts 10:44-48, 11:1-18. | ||
| 3 | Opposition to the gospel message | Arrest and imprisonment of the Apostles. Acts 4:1-31. |
| Opposition against Stephen. Acts 6:817, 10. And the death of Stephen. Acts 7:1-60. | ||
| 1. Saul’s opposition to the early church. Saul’s early life and his conversion. Acts 9:3-32, 9-33 2. Herod’s opposition. Acts 12:1-24. | ||
| 4 | The need for order in society | 1. Meaning of civic responsibility constitution charter and human rights. 2. The Nigeria constitution. |
| The African Charter on Human and human rights a. the in the declaration on human rights. b. maintenance of law and order in the society. | ||
| Maintainance of law and order | ||
| 1. Need to be responsible and reliable. 2. Submission to those in legitimate authority. | ||
| 5 | Good citizenship | a. Meaning of good citizenship. b. Christian duties of a good citizenship in the society. Peter 2:1317. |
| The rights of a good citizen. | ||
| 1. Types of citizenship in Nigeria. 2. Results of disobedience and law-breaking. | ||
| 6 | Care of the sick | 1. Meaning and causes of HIV/AIDS. 2. Identification of the symptoms and how people can be infected. |
| 1. The preventative measures of HIV/AIDS. 2. How is HIV/AIDS transmitted and HIV/AIDS stigmatization? 3. Jesus cared for those who were sick. Jn. 4:46-51 Jn. 5:1-5 Jn. 9:1-7 | ||
| Impart of the HIV/AIDS 1. Affected person 2. On the family and society. 3. Economics effect. 4. Social effect. | ||
| 7 | Independence self actualization | meaning of skill acquisition, empowerment and creativity. |
| 1. The power of creativity that is latent in them. 2. different things which they can do with their hands. | ||
| 8 | Dignity of Labour | The obligation to work. 1Thess. 2:9, II Thess. 3:6 – 15, Colossians 3:23-25, Ephe. 6:5-8, Titus 3:1 |
| 1. Enumerate the different types of labour. 2. The benefits of hard work. | ||
| 1. The advantages of the dignity of labour 2. Danger of idleness 3. Lose of respect for personal dignity e.g. (menial job) | ||
| 9 | Revision and Examination |
SSS3 First Term
At the end of SSS3 first term, students can;
SSS3 Second Term
At the end of SSS3 second term, students can;
The recommended Christian Religious Studies textbooks for SSS3 include but are not limited to the following:
Mid-Field Publishers Ltd SS 1-3
Noble Resources Ltd
Africana First Publishers Book House Trust
Learn Africa Plc SS1-3
Learn Africa Plc
