The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in Perspective
This study investigates the hidden influences and catalysts of Religious and Moral Education (RME) within co-curricular activities in Ghanaian basic schools. The importance of RME in Ghana’s educational system is undeniable, yet the issues of immoral behaviour among students persist, raising concern...
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| description | This study investigates the hidden influences and catalysts of Religious and Moral Education (RME) within co-curricular activities in Ghanaian basic schools. The importance of RME in Ghana’s educational system is undeniable, yet the issues of immoral behaviour among students persist, raising concerns about the efficacy of current educational methods. While formal classroom instruction is crucial, the impact of co-curricular activities on moral and religious development is less understood. This study uses a descriptive survey design to explore the practical factors that influence RME through co-curricular activities. Data were collected from 104 participants, including parents, teachers, and students from the Sefwi Wiawso Municipality. Findings indicate that co-curricular activities, such as community service, sports, debates, and cultural events, are essential for moral and religious growth. The study highlights the benefits of co-curricular activities, including the development of empathy, tolerance, leadership skills, and ethical decision-making. Despite these benefits, challenges such as limited resources, inadequate logistic support, and stakeholder disinterest hinder effective implementation. Parents feel excluded and desire more involvement and communication from schools. Teachers emphasize the value of these activities for reinforcing social and cultural values. The study concludes that integrating co-curricular activities into the curriculum is essential for fostering moral and religious development. These insights aim to guide policymakers and educators in improving RME programmes in Ghanaian basic schools, holistic growth of students. This study contributes to scholarship by highlighting the significant role of co-curricular activities in moral and religious education and suggesting practical improvements for educational policy and practice. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-645a8211d08d406ea5e13ee8b7117e7f2025-02-10T15:28:12ZengNoyam JournalsE-Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences2720-77222025-01-0161 2643https://doi.org/10.38159/ehass.2025613The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in PerspectiveDennis Tawiah 0https://orcid.org/0009-0008-1364-0767John Kwaku Opoku1https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7534-8843Peter Addai-Mensah2https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4092-7981Seventh Day Adventist College of Education : Agona, Ashanti Ghana;Department of Religious Studies, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, (KNUST) Ghana.Department of Religious Studies, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, (KNUST) GhanaDepartment of Religious Studies, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, (KNUST) GhanaThis study investigates the hidden influences and catalysts of Religious and Moral Education (RME) within co-curricular activities in Ghanaian basic schools. The importance of RME in Ghana’s educational system is undeniable, yet the issues of immoral behaviour among students persist, raising concerns about the efficacy of current educational methods. While formal classroom instruction is crucial, the impact of co-curricular activities on moral and religious development is less understood. This study uses a descriptive survey design to explore the practical factors that influence RME through co-curricular activities. Data were collected from 104 participants, including parents, teachers, and students from the Sefwi Wiawso Municipality. Findings indicate that co-curricular activities, such as community service, sports, debates, and cultural events, are essential for moral and religious growth. The study highlights the benefits of co-curricular activities, including the development of empathy, tolerance, leadership skills, and ethical decision-making. Despite these benefits, challenges such as limited resources, inadequate logistic support, and stakeholder disinterest hinder effective implementation. Parents feel excluded and desire more involvement and communication from schools. Teachers emphasize the value of these activities for reinforcing social and cultural values. The study concludes that integrating co-curricular activities into the curriculum is essential for fostering moral and religious development. These insights aim to guide policymakers and educators in improving RME programmes in Ghanaian basic schools, holistic growth of students. This study contributes to scholarship by highlighting the significant role of co-curricular activities in moral and religious education and suggesting practical improvements for educational policy and practice.https://noyam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/EHASS2025613.pdfco-curricularghanaian basic schoolsreligious and moral educationholistic growthstudentsmoral and ethical values |
| spellingShingle | Dennis Tawiah John Kwaku Opoku Peter Addai-Mensah The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in Perspective E-Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences co-curricular ghanaian basic schools religious and moral education holistic growth students moral and ethical values |
| title | The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in Perspective |
| title_full | The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in Perspective |
| title_fullStr | The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in Perspective |
| title_full_unstemmed | The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in Perspective |
| title_short | The Hidden Influence and Catalysts of Religious and Moral Education in Ghanaian Basic Schools: Co-Curricular Activities in Perspective |
| title_sort | hidden influence and catalysts of religious and moral education in ghanaian basic schools co curricular activities in perspective |
| topic | co-curricular ghanaian basic schools religious and moral education holistic growth students moral and ethical values |
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