Welcome to Lovely Systems!
I am a Head of Faculty for Social Science, with over 15 years classroom teaching experince in a range of subjects from; Sociology, Psychology and Health & Social Care.
I love delivering lessons which promote critical debates, independent learners and allow all my students to be challenged appropriately. Literacy support is a huge thing for me! It means an inclusive learning environment, so you will find most of my resources are built around these notions.
Welcome to Lovely Systems!
I am a Head of Faculty for Social Science, with over 15 years classroom teaching experince in a range of subjects from; Sociology, Psychology and Health & Social Care.
I love delivering lessons which promote critical debates, independent learners and allow all my students to be challenged appropriately. Literacy support is a huge thing for me! It means an inclusive learning environment, so you will find most of my resources are built around these notions.
This topic has been broken down into three separate lessons as part of the unit on Beliefs in Society. 1) Religion as a conservative force, 2) Religion as a force for change and 3) Religion as a conservative force or a force for social change. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of opportunities for paired/group activities. To help students further engage with the topic, there are plenty of contemporary videos and reading materials included.
This lesson if delivered part of the wider scheme of work for Beliefs in Society, would follow on from L1. Theories on religion which is available as individual lessons or as a discounted bundle in the shop! To continue the scheme of work, the next topic is L3. Secularisation which is also available in our shop.
Lesson 1 objectives:
• To outline and evaluate the theories which claim that religion is a conservative force, preventing social change.
• To apply evidence of where in the world and how religion has acted as a conservative force. Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
Lesson 2 objectives:
• To evaluate the theories which claim that religion can act as a force for social change.
• To apply evidence of where in the world and how religion has acted as a force for social change.
Lesson 3 objectives:
• To apply evidence of where in the world and how religion has acted either as a conservative force or a force for social change.
• To apply your knowledge of religion and social change to an exam practice question.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This bundle includes all three theories of religion (Functionalist, Marxist and Feminist theories) and an assessment lesson. Each theory can be taught across two lessons, each lesson includes:
Worksheets
Additional reading materials
Video links
Challenge activities
Exam practice
The lessons have been designed for teachers who may be new to teaching Sociology, so answers to questions are provided to provide quality marking and their are plenty of teaching comments in the PowerPoint notes to boost creativity and engagement!
This lesson is the final assessment lesson on theories of religion, part of the unit on** Beliefs in Society**. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of opportunities for paired and class discussions, with a strong focus on exam technique/skills.
There are 2 parts of the assessment lesson, which could be delivered across two separate lessons.
The first part of the lesson is focused on assessing knowledge and understanding of Functionalist theories of religion through short mark questions. This has been designed as a peer-assessed test.
The second part of the lesson is a 20-mark exam question using the item, this allows students to evaluate their knowledge of the whole unit.
This lesson assesses all three theories on religion (Functionalist, Marxist and Feminist theories), which are available as individual lessons or as a discounted bundle in the shop!
Lesson objective 1:
• To complete an assessment on the main functionalist theories of religion.
Lesson objective 2:
• To complete an exam practice question on Functionalist, Marxist and Feminist theories of religion.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out our other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This lesson is the third lesson on theories of religion, part of the unit on Beliefs in Society. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of opportunities paired and class discussions centred on feminist issues today. There are controversial articles provided to promote higher level inquiry and a TED talk link to bring to life the feminist debate.
The following lesson assesses all three theories on religion, which is L1. d) Assessments for theories on religion which is also available as an individual lesson or as a discounted bundle in the shop!
Lesson objectives:
• To analyse the evidence on the existence of patriarchy in religion.
• To evaluate the explanations of religious forms of Feminist.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out our other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This lesson is the second lesson on theories of religion, part of the unit on Beliefs in Society. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of opportunities for paired/group activities. This lesson really promotes research and inquiry skills, with video links provided.
The resources for this lesson such as the card sort & handout for group task have been prepared and differentiated so all you need to do is print!
The following lessons are L1. c) Feminist theory on religion and L1. d) Assessments for theories on religion which are also available as individual lessons or as a discounted bundle in the shop!
Lesson objectives:
• To understand the Marxist explanation of the role and function of religion.
• To evaluate the Marxist approach of religion.
• To apply your knowledge to an exam practice question.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out our other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This lesson is the first lesson on** functionalist theories of religion**, part of the unit on Beliefs in Society. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of opportunities for paired/group activities. The resources are provided for additional reading on each theorist.
The following lessons are **L1. b) Marxist theory on religion, L1. c) Feminist theory on religion and L1. d) Assessments for theories **on religion are also available as individual lessons or as a discounted bundle in the shop!
Lesson objectives:
• To outline the views of four Functionalist Sociologists on religion.
• To evaluate the views of the four Functionalist Sociologists on religion.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This lesson is the first lesson introducing the new unit on Beliefs in Society. This is an interactive lesson, which introduces the class to the issue of defining religion. The lesson further explores; substantive, functional and social constructionist definitions of religion.
Lesson objectives:
• To understand the structure of Paper 2 Beliefs in Society.
• To look into different definitions of religion (substantive, functional and social constructionist) and to understand the difficulties of defining religion for sociologists.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This assessment lesson provides essential exam practice for the Crime and Deviance unit.
There is a model answer provided for the 4 and 6 mark question.
The exam practice sheet has an additional page for teacher feedback and a space for students to make any necessary corrections.
4 mark – Labelling theory
6 mark – Globalisation
10 mark (including item) – Victims of crime
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This lesson is the first lesson introducing the new unit on Crime and Deviance. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of discussion opportunities and allows students to explore the nature of crime as a social construct.
Lesson objectives:
To define crime & deviance & understand that both crime and deviance are socially constructed.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This lesson on are couples becoming more equal? is part of the unit of work for families and households and couples. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of discussion opportunities and high-level questioning.
Lesson objectives:
To identify recent changes in patterns of women working.
To explain how women being in paid work makes a difference to the domestic division of labour.
To evaluate the impact of women working in contributing to greater equality.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This lesson on the domestic division of labour is part of the unit of work for families and households and couples. This is an interactive lesson, with plenty of discussion opportunities and high-level questioning.
Lesson objectives:
To outline your own experiences of the domestic division of labour.
To be able to explain functionalist & feminist arguments for the domestic division of labour.
To evaluate theoretical arguments for/against couples becoming more equal, using contemporary evidence.
• Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
• Student friendly activities or resources.
• Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
• Stretch and challenge activities included.
• Focus on literacy and key concepts.
• Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This is an exciting lesson which introduces students to different family types, through group discussions and a class carousel activity. There is an independent writing task with a great opportunity for their first peer/self-assessment at the end.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
Student friendly activities or resources.
Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
Stretch and challenge activities included.
Focus on literacy and key concepts.
Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This is an initial assessment of the main sociological concepts used throughout the sociology course. It is easy to deliver, even for non-specialist teachers as all the answers are available on the power point slides.
The assessment can be delivered as a peer or self-assessment which is marked during the lesson time, or can easily be done as a teacher marked assessment.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation.
Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
Introduce the main sociological themes that your students will be using throughout the course, through an interactive lesson, with plenty of discussion opportunities and high level questioning. The first part of the lesson…
Lesson objectives:
To know the main meaning of the terms, culture, norms, values, socialization, status & role.
To understand the importance of culture & socialization for explaining human behavior.
The second part of the lesson…
Lesson objectives:
To understand the sociology assessment objectives.
To understand how to use the P.E.E.L structure in sociology.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation, with helpful teaching tips in the notes.
Student friendly activities or resources.
Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
Stretch and challenge activities included.
Focus on literacy and key concepts.
Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
This is an interactive lesson, introducing course expectations, structure and a debating activity that will get your students sharing opinions in the very first lesson.
There is a homework research activity and key sociological concepts quiz, which could form part of an initial assessment or could just be a fun pop quiz.
Easy to deliver Power Point presentation.
Student friendly activities or resources.
Worksheets formatted and ready to print.
Stretch and challenge activities included.
Focus on literacy and key concepts.
Great links to exam skills and assessment criteria.
Resources are made for the AQA Sociology specification, but may be tailored for use with other exam boards. Textbook page numbers and references are made to AQA A Level Sociology Book One and Book Two by Rob Webb et al.
Check out or other great resources in our TES shop!
For any inquiries or support using any of the resources please feel free to email: Lovelysystemz@gmail.com
