Serbia Grade 7 School Syllabus - Compulsory Elective (either Religious education or Civics)

This syllabus outlines the two compulsory elective subjects offered to 7th Grade students in Serbia: Religious Education and Civics. Students must choose one of these subjects to study. Information specific to the 7th-grade curriculum for Civics was not found, but general information on Civic Education is provided. More specific information was available for 7th-grade Religious Education, specifically within the Serbian Orthodox Church context.

Religious Education (7th Grade)

The following curriculum is a suggested outline provided by the Department of Religious Education of the Serbian Orthodox New Gracanica Midwestern Diocese:

• Major Christian Virtues: Exploring virtues such as faith, hope, love, humility, and patience.
• The Moral Law: Understanding the concept and importance of moral law in Orthodox Christian teaching.
• Historical Figures and Events: Studying key figures like Czaritza Militza and Stephen Lazarevich, and significant events such as the Battle of Kosovo.
• Biblical Figures and Teachings: Learning about the conversion of St. Paul, the conversion of the Greeks, and exploring St. Paul's epistles.
• Orthodox Dogma: Examining key dogmas, including the dogma of the Holy Spirit and the two natures of Christ.
• Church Practices and Teachings: Understanding respect and obedience within the Church, the Sunday worship service (Divine Liturgy), and the Church's teachings on relationships.
• Theological Concepts: Exploring concepts such as God's Providence, revelation, and the difference between chronological time and God's eternal time.
• Iconography: Discussing the icon of the Nativity of Jesus Christ and its symbolism.

Civics (Civic Education)

While specific curriculum details for 7th-grade Civics were not readily available, several resources provide insights into the general aims and scope of Civic Education in Serbia:

• A UNICEF report from 2002 evaluates the introduction of Civic Education to the school curriculum:
• Another resource from UNICEF offers further information on Civic Education in primary and secondary schools:
• The Eurydice network provides information on the Serbian education system, including elective subjects:

These resources suggest that Civic Education in Serbia aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become active and informed citizens, covering topics related to government, democracy, human rights, and civic participation. Further research may be needed to determine the specific topics covered in the 7th-grade curriculum.