Social need and methodological approaches in teaching religious studies in educational organizations

the article examines the social need and methodological approaches in teaching religious studies in educational organizations. The world is rich in a variety of religious traditions, each of which has a unique history, philosophy and value system. Familiarization with the basics of various religions allows students to develop respect and tolerance for people of other faiths. Studying religious studies helps to understand the origins of many cultural and historical processes, to understand the meaning of works of art and literature that are inextricably linked with religious motives. One of the central approaches to teaching religious disciplines is to consider religion as a component of spiritual culture. The study of religion without taking into account the historical and cultural context gives a distorted idea of both itself and the culture and history of mankind. It is important to take into account that religious studies is closely intertwined with a number of other sciences. A systematic approach in educational programs devoted to traditional religious cultures implies an objective reflection of their historical transformation and significance in educational materials. The learning process is organized taking into account accessibility and consistency, and also takes into account the individual and age characteristics of students. This ensures consistency in the training, education and spiritual and moral development of schoolchildren.

students, pedagogy, education, religious studies, methodology