The Sneaky Little Trap in Religious Education: The Ghana Curriculum

• In Event: Building Trust and Relationships Through Curriculum

Abstract

This essay delves into the complex topic of religious education (RE) in Ghana, focusing on the
concerning problem of misrepresentation. Referring to compelling studies conducted in sub-
Saharan Africa, we aim to explore the complex network of misunderstandings present in the
classroom.
This research is guided by Michael Apple's wisdom as it explores the complex system of
selective tradition, where some religions are prominent while others remain unknown. This
article analyses the combative fights in the field of renewable energy in Ghana, uncovering a
landscape filled with distortion and uncertainty.
As the article analyses classroom discussions and the core of religion, we discover a surprising
truth - Religious Education, designed to promote comprehension, may really create conflict. If
we do not question the current state of affairs and initiate a profound transition, there is a risk
that the subject will continue to promote a skewed perception of religion, neglecting its
responsibility to cultivate positive values and foster harmony in a world rich with religious
variety.
We begin this bold trip with curiosity and a strong resolve to uncover the hidden truth. Only by
exposing and correcting misrepresentations can we create a more enlightened and inclusive
future in religious education.

Authors

• Baba Saeed Umar, Learn IT foundation

• Mavis Doreen Amofah, Ghana Communication Technology University