Diversity in the Muslim community today
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe the different Muslim communities in the UK and how migration and history have shaped them.
Key learning points
- The Muslim population in Britain comes from a wide range of backgrounds.
- The majority of UK Muslims are Sunni with the minority Shi’a.
- Some areas of the UK have distinct Muslim communities linked to migration and history.
- Some Muslims may choose to live near a local community with a mosque and local shops.
Keywords
Sunni - Muslims who observe the Sunnah, referring to the traditions and practices of Prophet Muhammad
Shi'a - Muslims who honour the family of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly his cousin Imam Ali
Halal - what is lawful according to the Qur’an to eat or drink
Community - a group of people who have things in common; a community can be a neighbourhood, a city or join people around the world
Common misconception
Muslims are all the same.
The Muslim community is highly diverse.
Teacher tip
You could invite guest speakers from different Muslim communities to speak about their faith and traditions. Investigate your local Muslim data and compare this to the UK - are you similar or different?
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Muslims have lived in the UK for many of years.
Q2.When did the first Muslims probably arrive in the UK?
Q3.What was the first mosque in the UK?
Q4.Why did many Muslims move to the UK after the Second World War?
Q5.What is the second largest religion in the UK?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Most Muslims in the UK are Muslims.
Q2.Why do some Muslims choose to live near each other?
Q3.Which item might you find in a halal shop?
Q4.Where do most Muslims live in the UK?
Q5.What does it mean when Muslims have different traditions?
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