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Lessons at the camp consist of classroom-based formal lessons delivered either by a member of Admin, a mentor or a specific teacher; but will also include that delivered in informal settings: from meal times to outdoor activities.
Formal lessons are conducted in three classes determined by the age of the campers. This year the camp will benefit from having three full-time teachers: Sheikh Shahnawaz Mahdavi (Africa), Dr Mahmood Datoo (UK), Arif Hasham (UK). Dr Munir Datoo (UK), Shahid Merali (UK), and Akber Datoo (UK) will also join the camp on a more part-time basis.
In addition, the mentors are encouraged to deliver at least once lecture, primarily because it helps to develop them. The subjects chosen are from a pre-determined, agreed list; and the lesson plans are assessed by the full time teachers.
All the topics are identified at least 4-6 weeks prior to the camp. In the past these topics have included Bullying, Racism, Islamaphobia, Lessons from Karbala, Love of Allah, Buloogh, Experience of Hajj, Patience as a Virtue, Khoja History, Public Speaking, Salaa as Worship and many many more. All the topics are handpicked with the aim of instilling ilm, practical guidance and in order to meet the overall camp objective of personal development.
Twice a day Sheikh Shahnawaz gives short Khutbas between the Salaa, again choosing topics to improve the akhlaaq of all the campers. He will deliver 24 such Khutbas at the camp on different topics including Making Friday Special, Salaa, role model etc. |
