RS KS4 GCSE revision scheme of learning intended to provide a holistic coverage of the course and prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 8 sessions/lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 30-45 minutes long, to optimise memory retention. Lessons revise the following topics and exam technique: Christianity Islam Parables Using Quotes Using Point, Evidence, Explain Analysis and Evaluation Humanism and Non-Religious Views Walk-Through Mock The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A, video and constructive tasks and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from Paper 1 and Paper 2. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning - it is an excellent and quick way to revise the entire content to the course in 8 bite-sized sessions. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Islam: Practices, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: *Five Pillars Ten Obligatory Acts Festivals The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A to videos and constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Islam: Beliefs and Teachings, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: Sunni/Shi’a Key Vocabulary Nature of Allah Prophets Holy Books Angels Al-Qadr Afterlife Judgement Day The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A to constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

Arguments from Reason (The Ontological Argument) - full unit of lessons and resources for KS5 / A Level. Designed for the OCR A Level but easily applicable to other specifications. Unit includes: Introduction to the Ontological Argument Embedding the Ontological Argument, including Gaunilo Descartes and Kant A priori versus a posteriori arguments Each lesson comes with specification-relevant knowledge (AO1), questions to develop understanding (AO1), questions to develop analysis and evaluation (AO2). The unit ends with an essay-style question with suitable modelling and a proposed structure. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Christianity: Beliefs and Teachings, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: Nature of God (over 2 lessons) Creation Problem of Evil and Suffering Incarnation and Crucifixion Resurrection and Salvation Judgement, Sin and Resurrection Afterlife, Heaven and Hell Salvation and Grace Christian Practices The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A, video and constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Christianity: Practices, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: Worship Sacraments Pilgrimage Role of the Church Evangelism Persecution Reconciliation Charity The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A, video and constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning - it is an excellent and quick way to revise the entire content to Christian Practices over three sessions. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

This resource is a series of three instructional videos (and their accompanying PowerPoints) to cover exam technique in GCSE Religious Studies - AQA specification. The videos are ideal for home/remote learning - or just as a reminder before sitting formal exams and assessments. In addition, the PowerPoints are also included for classroom practice and for individual teachers to create their own exam technique videos. There are three videos: Q1 and Q2 (1-mark and 2-mark questions) - lasting <5 mins Q3 and Q4 (4-mark and 5-mark questions) - lasting > 10 mins Q5 (12-mark questions) - lasting >10 mins Each video explores: What to expect from each question Wording of the question Marks available How to achieve the marks Sample questions Sample answers Exam practise Scaffolding is included in the videos/Powerpoint. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

Religions covered: Christianity and Humanist/Atheism 27 slide PPT, which is editable for your classroom. Two to view as examples. Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this physically engaging and informative revision PowerPoint. Topics covered: 0. Key Concepts 1. Creation 2. Evolution (+ Big Bang) 3. Stewardship 4. Sanctity of Life 5. Quality of Life 6. Abortion 7. Euthanasia (including hospices) 8. Soul and Afterlife 9. Judgement, Heaven and Hell 10. Funeral Services Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future!

Religions covered: Christianity and Humanist/Atheism 33 slide PPT, which is editable for your classroom. Three to view as examples. Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this physically engaging and informative revision PowerPoint. Issues of Good and Evil includes: 1. Key conepts, core questions and overview 2. Morality 3. Crime and Punishment 4. Justice 5. Prisons and the work of prison chaplains 6. The Death Penalty 7. Forgiveness and Reconciliation 8. Good 9. Evil 10. Suffering 11. The Problem of Evil and Suffering Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' RE/RS education in general - which is what we're all here for!

Fun and exciting revision game for Philosophy and Ethics. Life-sized 'Trivial Pursuit'-style game. Pupils move around the board game (floor space required!) and collect tokens (similar to the cheeses) for each of the 7 sections. The sections are: 1. Key Words 2. Exam Technique 3. Bible Quotes 4. Relationships (Issues of) 5. Life and Death (Issues of) 6. Human Rights (Issues of) 7. Good and Evil (Issues of) The first team with all 7 tokens wins the game. Prizes dependent on you, of course! You will need in addition to this pack: Dice, floor space and a sense of fun :) Instructions are included in the download pack! Any other questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch! Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' RE/RS education in general - which is what we're all here for!

Resource includes information PPT to cover the entire topic of Christianity: Practices, as part of the new WJEC Eduqas specification. 19 slides including: 1. Forms of Worship 2. Nature and Importance of Prayer 3. Sacraments, with emphasis on Baptism and Eucharist 4. Celebrations: Christmas 5. Celebrations: Easter 6. Pilgrimage 7. Christianity and Britain 8. The Worldwide Church 9. Tearfund 10. Working for Reconciliation Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' RE/RS education in general - which is what we're all here for!

Whole unit for ‘Islamophobia’ - more important in today’s world than ever. Unit of work also provided. Lesson sequence: 1 Introduction to Islamophobia 2 Islamophobia 3 Jihad and Quran 4 Islamic Heroes 5 Islam in Britain 6 Assessment In this unit pupils explore issues of Islamophobia in the world. Pupils will develop their understanding of where Islamophobia comes from and how Islamophobia impacts on society today. The unit has an equally weighted AO1 and AO2 emphasis – learning about religion and learning from religion in order to develop a pupil’s knowledge and understanding of Islam whilst aiding a pupil’s spiritual, moral, social and cultural growth. Pupils will study and examine the concept of Islamophobia and explain the existence of it in our society today. They will also reflect on what this means from a humanitarian perspective and in contrast to other forms of prejudice that they already know. Pupils will consider what Islamophobia feels like from a Muslim perspective, whilst tackling the common misconceptions and prejudices usually associated with Islam. This unit may link with work in PSHE and Citizenship. This unit can be taught through a half term, with extension activities and support for additional needs running throughout the scheme of work. The unit is expected to take approximately 7 hours.

15-page Revision Guide for Islam: Practices. Includes a review page with sample assessment questions (from Eduqas specification) Includes: 1. Ibadah 2. Five Pillars of Islam  Shahadah  Salah  Zakah  Sawm  Hajj 3. Jihad  Greater jihad  Lesser jihad 4. Festivals and Celebrations  Overview  Id-ul-Adha  Id-ul-Fitr  Ashura 5. Ten Obligatory Acts  Salah  Sawm  Hajj  Zakah  Khums  Jihad  Amr-bil-Maroof  Nahil Anril Munkar  Tawalia  Tabarra Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' RE/RS education in general - which is what we're all here for!