I am a Head of Department (RE) in a large school. I teach KS3, KS4 and KS5. I have had additional responsibilities in improving progress and attainment in RE. I teach Health & Social Care and Life Skills. I have also taught BTEC Applied Law, Psychology and PSHE. Prior to teaching my background was in forensic psychology, mental health, learning disabilities and research/quality assurance.
I am a Head of Department (RE) in a large school. I teach KS3, KS4 and KS5. I have had additional responsibilities in improving progress and attainment in RE. I teach Health & Social Care and Life Skills. I have also taught BTEC Applied Law, Psychology and PSHE. Prior to teaching my background was in forensic psychology, mental health, learning disabilities and research/quality assurance.
New Spec Eduqas A Level - Theme 1 A Islam - religious figures - development of Islam and the life and teachings of Muhammad
This is a series of 3/4 lessons, depending on time and student needs.
Can be taught as is, or tweaked to suit.
There a range of activities and some use of the Eduqas textbook. These lessons are the first to be taught so are planned to help bridge the gap between GCSE and A level. There is a focus on the key terms and using questioning to check students understanding.
BTEC HSC Tech award to be delivered to Y9s.
Component 1 - Learning Aim A Human lifespan development.
Physical growth and development in the infancy stage.
This lesson focuses on the physical development in infancy. The lesson explores gross motor development and fine motor development. Activities are varied and many are student led. There is a game to explore the main development, this is a fun to engage studnets and to increase learning. Lessons have challenging elements.
Perfect to teach as is, or can be adapted to suit.
A lesson teaching students about poverty. Can be taught at KS3 or GCSE level as part of a world issues scheme of work (see my other resources - https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/leanaandrews) or as a stand alone lesson.
This lesson aims to teach students about what poverty is, causes of poverty, the affects it can have and if it can be eradicated. The lesson explores Christian views and Christian charities as a response to poverty. Students have to show team work skills in the lesson and emphasis is also placed on sharing views/opinions.
A bundle of Christianity KS3 lessons. Perfect for a Christianity unit of work to teach students the key beliefs, teachings and practices. The order in which these lessons are taught can be adapted.
BTEC Applied Law for level 3 student. The presentations are aimed to provide students with knowledge of the law surrounding theft, robbery and burglary. Examples of case law are included in all elements of each crime. This allows students to understand the law through the use of real life examples.
Two Easter lessons suitable for all abilities at KS3. The theme running through these lessons is sacrifice. Activities link back to this theme. A good mix of AO1 and AO2 in these lessons, making links between the two.
Students will learn about Holy Week and the significance of the events. Links are made to how Christians celebrate Easter and how the events of Holy Week are still important.
Can be adapted to be taught as just one lesson.
A KS3 Sikhism lesson on the 5Ks. This lesson can be taught as a unit of work on Sikhism or as a stand alone lesson. The lesson is quick paced and engaging. There are a variety of activities that will excite students and keen them focused on learning (e.g. market place, group work, etc). Learning is checked at various points (e.g. through a fun action game involving all students). This lesson aims to teach students about the 5Ks and how they are an expression of identity.
KS3 lesson about the Muslim community (Ummah). This lesson aims to teach students what the Ummah is, its importance and how the Ummah links to commitment. The lesson includes a range of activities e.g. group work, paired work, literacy tasks and a homework task.
This is a lesson from the new spec EDUQAS Component 1 Christianity. The lesson explores the worldwide Church and the key terms evangelism, misssion and reconciliation. There is also a focus on the charity Tearfund, including a 5 mark practice question.
You will need the textbooks for one activity.
A resource for the EDUQAS NEW SPECIFICATION, topic issues of good and evil. The lesson aims to teach students about how offenders should be dealt with, types of punishment and evaluating these types. The lesson explore whether all crimes deserve the same punishment, this is a theme students consider throughout. The main activity promotes discussion and working with others to learn about the aims of punishment. This activity can be completed using textbooks/computers to support the weaker ability students.
KS3 lesson teaching students about the Mosque. Can be taught as a unit of work on Islam or a unit of work on religious buildings. The lesson aims to teach students about the key featues of the Mosque and its importance to Muslims and other members of the community. The lesson uses a True Tube clip (embedded in the powerpoint) where a young man shows people around the Mosque, this aims to teach students that the Mosque is very relevant for young people. The final task (also to be finished for homework) allows students to understand the importance of the Mosque and why it is an important place not only for Muslims but for other members of the community. There are lots of opportunities for student involvement in this lesson.
A KS3 Christianity lesson teaching students about sacraments. This lesson EXCLUDES BAPTISM, as baptism can be taught in one full lesson (see my other resources). This lesson aims to teach students what a sacrament is, explore the sacraments Christians take and their importance. The lesson has a homework task for students to complete based on the learning. There are opportunities for group work and individual work. The lesson is heavily differentiated for a mixed ability group. The fact sheets that students use for group work are informative and are colour coded to link to two questions on the worksheet. The worksheet is also differentiated (with prompt questions) and there are key words to support certain students.
A lesson teaching students about crime and punishment. Can be taught at KS3 (preparing students for future learning) or GCSE level. Or as a stand alone lesson. See my resources for other lessons from the world issues scheme of work (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/leanaandrews).
The lesson aims to explain the different type of crimes, different types of punishment, Christian beliefs including key teachings and how effective punishment is in our society. Students apply their learning using Christian teachings (ten commandments, Parable of the Good Samaritan, Parable of the Lost Son, golden rule). Students are encouraged to give their own opinions and views at various points in the lesson (e.g. through questioning and discussion). Students review their learning linking back to the outcomes. Learning is extended through the homework task.
BTEC HSC Tech award to be delivered to Y9s.
Component 1 - Learning Aim A Human lifespan development.
The lesson is an introduction to the course and to the learnign aim A. The lesson focuses on the key terms, introduces the life stages and explores what is meant by development. Activities are varied and have challenging elements.
Perfect to teach as is, or can be adapted to suit.
A new spec Eduqas lesson. The first lesson in the topic Issues of Relationships.
The lesson focused on the different family types and the importance of the family. There are opportunities for questioning and discussion. The final task is for students to answer a sample b part question as an opportunity for practice and review.
Lesson about the origins of Buddhism and key beliefs.
Lots of opportuniteis for questioning - targetted and whole class. Students love the Buddha wordfil and film strip activities. The lessons provided the class teacher with a variety of options for the final activity.
Aimed at KS3 but can be taught as an introduction to Buddhism at KS4. Can be tweaked for KS2.
A GCSE Lesson about ethics in psychological research. The lessons aims to teach students about the ethical guidelines all researchers must follow when conducting research. The two main activities are a research task (use of computers if possible) and a create your own study task. Students will also explore Zimbardo's study as an example of unethical research.
KS3 Sikhism lesson about Guru Nanak. This lesson is ideal as an introduction to Sikhism lesson as part of a unit of work, or as a stand alone lesson. The lesson introduces Guru Nanak as the founder of Sikhism. Tasks teach students about key events in Guru Nanak's life and the important teachings from Guru Nanak. The lesson ends with a comparison between Guru Nanak and Jesus (using a Venn diagram), this aims to stretch higher level students. There is a homework task attached to this lesson.
KS3 Islam bundle. Five lessons that can be used as a scheme of work to teach students about the key beliefs, teachings and practices of the religion. This bundle of lessons has been taught in the past to provide students with basic knowledge in Y8 prior to starting GCSE.
L1 Life of Muhammad
L2 Mosque
L3 Qur’an
L4 The Ummah
L5 Muslims in Britain
A new spec EDUQAS lesson from component 1 Christianity. This lesson focuses on Christianity in Britain and the Church in the community. It explores the issues of religion on the decline and how the Church is still very relevant in our modern society.
You will need the Eduqas textbooks for one activity.
