**GCSE Religious Studies: Philosophy and Ethics: Human Rights and Social Justice ** This lesson is Lesson 1 in ‘Human Rights and Social Justice’, devised as part of a brand new, interleaved scheme of work for GCSE. It is intended as a double (roughly one and a half hours per lesson) however, due to time restrictions and the embedded support in the corresponding Work Pack, could also be taught in a minimal one hour. This scheme of learning has been devised explicitly to support the Recovery Curriculum, interleave learning with previously-learned religious units (Christianity and Islam) and support cognition through interleaving techniques. Although part of a unit, this lesson can also be taught as a stand-alone lesson, e.g. for revision. The corresponding Work Packs would also support a home-learned curriculum as the PowerPoints and Packs themselves include differentiation and scaffolding, where required. The interleaved schemed of work are specifically designed to promote the two skills desired for success at GCSE: AO1 (Knowledge and Understanding) AO2 (Analysis and Evaluation) The resources are specifically created to ensure students are aware of the skill they are demonstrating and how to improve further through modelling. These new units bring the relevance back to our topics, for example, contentious debate on the pandemic, the genocide of the Uighur Muslims and other cruccurrent affairs. Students will experience greater engagement and enjoyment in a fair and balanced approach. Lesson includes: Homework Slide Unit Cover and lesson overview Starter activity, including interleaving Key words (literacy focus) Introduction of key information (AO1 - knowledge) and how this is used (AO1 - understanding) Introduction of a contentious issue or debate (AO2 - analysis) and finalised judgement (AO2 - evaluation) Plenary The Work Pack: If you would rather work in exercise books, the Work Pack is designed so that you can print off relevant pages - it is a resource pack. This would be particularly useful if you have appropriate curriculum time to cover the content of the course. Unfortunately, I know this is not the case across all schools, and therefore the Work Pack helps by supporting time-saving activities, whilst still being able to cover the breadth and depth of the course. In addition, students who may be limited by literacy issues, e.g. slower writing paces, are not disadvantaged or capped in their progress due to how meticulous the support is throughout all planning stages. Therefore, some classes could use a mixed approach - part Work Pack, part exercise book - and all students will be able to progress through the same volume of content. 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!

This thorough and interactive revision lesson on the topic of ‘Soul, Mind and Body’ (in the Philosophy of Religion) section of the course helps learners to revise both AO1 and AO2, in line with the specification requirements. The lesson PPT and resources can be downloaded as both a PPT document and a PDF, for compatibility. Activities include card sorts, fill in the blanks, video tasks, quizzes and more! This 23-slide lesson specifically follows the requirements of the OCR A Level Religious Studies Spec, though they can be edited easily for other specifications. They explore appropriate AO1 (knowledge and understanding) followed by AO2 (analysis and evaluation), culminating in exam practise with a choice of four essay titles. The lesson itself can be both teacher-led and used as a revision resources for at-home learning. It is a versatile resources for both class and home. Resource covers:  The philosophical language of the soul, mind and body in the thinking of:  Plato  Plato’s view of the soul as the essential and immaterial part of a human, temporarily united with the body  Aristotle  Aristotle’s view of the soul as the form of the body; the way the boy behaves and lives; something which cannot be separated from the body  Metaphysics of consciousness, including:  Substance dualism  The idea that mind and body are distinct substances  Materialism  The idea that mind and consciousness can be fully explained by physical or material interactions Knowledge and understanding (AO1) relating to:  Plato’s and Aristotle’s view of the soul  Substance Dualism as the idea that mind and body are separate or distinct substances  Descartes’ proposal of material and spiritual substances as a solution to the mind/soul and body problem  Materialism as the idea that mind and consciousness can be fully explained by physical or material interactions  The rejection of a soul as a spiritual substance oAnalysis and evaluation (AO2) relating to:  Materialist critique of dualism and dualist responses to materialism  Whether the concept of ‘soul’ is best understood metaphorically or as a reality  The idea that any discussion about the mind-body distinction is a category error o Exam practise questions 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!

This thorough and interactive revision lesson on the topic of ‘Christian Moral Action / Practices’ (in the Developments in Christianity / Theology) section of the course helps learners to revise both AO1 and AO2, in line with the specification requirements. The lesson PPT and resources can be downloaded as both a PPT document and a PDF, for compatibility. Activities include card sorts, fill in the blanks, video tasks, true/false quizzes and more! This lesson specifically follows the requirements of the OCR A Level Religious Studies Spec, though they can be edited easily for other specifications. They explore appropriate AO1 (knowledge and understanding) followed by AO2 (analysis and evaluation), culminating in exam practise with a choice of four essay titles. The lesson itself can be both teacher-led and used as a revision resources for at-home learning. It is a versatile resources for both class and home. The teaching and example of Dietrich Bonhoeffer on:  Duty to God o Obedience o Leadership o God’s will  Duty to the state o Justification of civil disobedience  Church as community o Confessing Church  Church as source of spiritual discipline o Finkenwalde  Cost of discipleship o Costly Grace o Sacrifice and suffering o Solidarity o Analysis and evaluation (AO2) relating to:  Whether or not Christians should practise civil disobedience  Whether or not it is possible to always know God’s will  Whether or not Bonhoeffer puts too much emphasis on suffering  Whether or not Bonhoeffer’s theology has relevance today o Exam practise questions 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!

This thorough and interactive revision lesson on the topic of ‘Ancient Philosophical Influences’ (in the Philosophy of Religion) section of the course helps learners to revise both AO1 and AO2, in line with the specification requirements. The lesson PPT and resources can be downloaded as both a PPT document and a PDF, for compatibility. Activities include card sorts, fill in the blanks, video tasks, true/false quizzes and more! This 25-slide lesson specifically follows the requirements of the OCR A Level Religious Studies Spec, though they can be edited easily for other specifications. They explore appropriate AO1 (knowledge and understanding) followed by AO2 (analysis and evaluation), culminating in exam practise with a choice of four essay titles. The lesson itself can be both teacher-led and used as a revision resources for at-home learning. It is a versatile resources for both class and home. Resource covers: o The philosophical views of Plato in relation to:  Understanding of reality  The Forms • Nature of the Forms • Hierarchy of the Forms  The analogy of the cave • Purpose • Relation to theory of the Forms o The philosophical views of Aristotle in relation to:  Understanding of reality • Use of teleology  The four causes • Material • Formal • Efficient • Final  The Prime Mover • Connections with final cause o Analysis and evaluation (AO2) relating to:  Comparison and evaluation of Plato’s Form of the Good and Aristotle’s Prime Mover  Comparison and evaluation of Plato’s reliance on reason (rationalism) and Aristotle’s use of the senses (empiricism) in their attempts to make sense of reality o Exam practise questions 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!

This series will support your students in practising Mindfulness, through developing strategies that are explicitly tailored to help students to help themselves when it comes to stress, anxiety and overwhelming emotions. Each ‘episode’ approaches a different technique or emotion, helping students to unburden themselves from the weight of negative, obstructive thinking. The core idea is that they (and we!) can stay calm, present and in control. The episodes cover: Introduction (What is mindfulness/benefits/what we will do) Here and now (Tasting meditation) - polo mints required! Breathing Mornings Option Reflection Session Appreciating the Present Anger (the Red Wolf) Gratitude Generosity Each episode comes with a PowerPoint and a script, written in the notes of the PPT. Of course, you are welcome to use or change the script, however it has been carefully written, using professional input from life coaches, child psychologists and certified counsellors, to maximise mindfulness and the accessability of it for children. Each episode also comes with a pre-recorded video of the same presentation, enabling a ‘click and play’ approach, if you would not rather record your own or do the talking yourself. Finally, if you don’t want to deliver this session on a ‘Monday’, you can change the opening slide! Mindfulness is for every day, not just Mondays! (Although I personally need it a little more on a Monday…!)

This revision lesson aims to review Religion and Life for GCSE Religious Studies. The accompanying PowerPoint gives guidance and goes through the answers with the students, providing modelled written responses, where relevant. It is created with the AQA GCSE in mind, though is adaptable across specifications. The PowerPoint includes: Key Words Creation Science and Creation Stewardship and Dominion Animal Rights UK Law on Abortion/Euthanasia Abortion and Euthanasia arguments Life After Death The activities are a collection of time-saving revision activities that minimise writing, making the lesson suitable for all learners. Answers are also embedded into the PowerPoint via attractive and engaging animations. The learning mat is one-sided A3 (Word) and A4 (PDF) and correspond with the work on the PowerPoint. All resources are available in their original Microsoft Word format, though can be downloaded as PDFs too, for compatibility purposes. 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!

Collection of 20 famous quotes from key thinkers / famous motivators / inspirators, created in the style of Instagram posts. Engage your learners through a creative and inspiring display of key thoughts on life, philosophy and morality. Easily editable to add your own. Download as a Word document and as a PDF, for compatibility.

This is the full unit of lessons for Islam Beliefs and Teachings (AQA - though applicable across specifications). It includes PowerPoint-led learning through an engaging and well-designed Work Pack. This unit explores all of the nuanced and specialist learning by adopting socially distant teaching techniques. The PowerPoints aid a ‘plug in and play’ approach to teaching, beneficial to subject specialists and non-subject specialists alike. In addition, the Powerpoint and the Work Pack now includes all resources that the students need to access an engaging, high-quality education. Lessons include: L1 Intro to Islam L2 Six Articles and Five Roots L3 Nature of Allah and Al-Qadr L4 Prophets L5 Holy Books L6 Angels L7 Afterlife Comprehensive Work Pack also included. Scaffolding is included in the Powerpoint itself and also in the Work Pack to ensure maximum engagement and comprehension. Challenges (extension tasks) also exist throughout the unit to further enhance skills and understanding. There are a variety of knowledge, understanding and evaluation tasks throughout the unit, including video and debate activities that the students always love - year-on-year. 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!

This revision lesson aims to review Christianity: Beliefs and Teachings for GCSE Religious Studies. The accompanying PowerPoint gives guidance and goes through the answers with the students, providing modelled written responses, where relevant. It is created with the AQA GCSE in mind, though is adaptable across specifications. The PowerPoint includes: Key Words Beliefs about God Creation and Interpretations Jesus (Incarnation, Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension) Salvation and Atonment Sin / Original Sin Afterlife The activities are a collection of time-saving revision activities that minimalise writing, making the lesson suitable for all learners. Answers are also embedded into the PowerPoint via attractive and engaging animations. The learning mat is one-sided A3 (Word) and A4 (PDF) and correspond with the work on the PowerPoint. All resources are available in their original Microsoft Word format, though can be downloaded as PDFs too, for compatibility purposes. 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!

This revision lesson aims to review Theme C: Existence of God and Revelation. The accompanying PowerPoint gives guidance and goes through the answers with the students, providing modelled written responses, where relevant. It is created with the AQA GCSE in mind, though is adaptable across specifications. The PowerPoint includes: Aims of the lesson Key Words First Cause Argument, including analysis Design argument, including analysis Miracles and David Hume Revelation Criticisms from science Reality/illusion debate The activities are a collection of time-saving revision activities that minimalise writing, making the lesson suitable for all learners. Answers are also embedded into the PowerPoint via attractive and engaging animations. The learning mat is one-sided A3 (Word) and A4 (PDF) and correspond with the work on the PowerPoint. All resources are available in their original Microsoft Word format, though can be downloaded as PDFs too, for compatibility purposes. 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!

Discussion-based PPT and COVID-friendly resources. Following the increase in awareness and activism surrounding race issues, it is important to discuss and review some of the more contemporary, relevant discussions relating to institutional injustice in society and in schools. It is especially important to allow our students to explore these debates in a calm, respectful environment, where questions and concerns can be voiced without fear of prejudice or discrimination. I am aware that this is a sensitive topic, however shying away from our more difficult conversations has never led to moral / societal progress. Therefore, I offer this PPT, not as a comprehensive guide or solution to these injustices, but as a starting point for discussions relating to race, equality and justice. In addition, my own race excludes me from the lived experience of many of my colleagues and fellow citizens, and therefore I have created this lesson/PPT from a position of collegiality, to enable and facilitate conversation and as a support to the seen (and unseen) challenges that all people face because of unjust institutions. 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!

This PowerPoint is a collection of the key texts and passages required for the DCT / Christianity part of the course. It is created as a revision document as sometimes it is easy to skip or misjudge the relevance of some key information, when there is so much content! The key texts include (but are not limited to): Genesis 3, The Fall Parable of the Lost Son (Media File) Parable of the Sheep and the Goats Altar to Unknown God Miracles/Wonders/Teachings of Jesus’ Catechism of the Catholic Church Parable of the Blind Men and the Elephant Redemptoris Missio Sharing the Gospel of Salvation Ephesians 5:22-23 1 Timothy 2:12 Mulieris Dignitatem Created for the OCR specification, but can be adapted for other exam boards easily, due to the assessment objectives being the same. The resource can be downloaded as PowerPoint and PDF - for compatibility. In addition, a ‘printer’ version is included in the file so this can be used as a paper resource/handout/homework. 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!

This PowerPoint is a collection of thought-provoking, mind-boggling thought experiments that can be used to support revision and essay technique (providing illustrations and examples) or to engage a new cohort of students! The thought experiments range from ones within the specification (Gilbert Ryle’s University example and Descartes’ Waking Dream) to ones a little outside of the direct spec, but are nonetheless relevant (such as Derek Parfit’s teletransportation paradox and Hume’s Indian and the ice example). Created for the OCR specification, but can be adapted for other exam boards easily, due to the assessment objectives being the same. The resource can be downloaded as PowerPoint and PDF - for compatibility. In addition, a ‘printer’ version is included in the file so this can be used as a paper resource/handout/homework. 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!

This interactive PowerPoint aims to revise ‘random’ content through 28 different exam-style questions. My students sometimes miss the focus or don’t understand exactly what the question is asking for. So, this revision task gets them to think about the question itself and retrieve key learning associated with the question (AO1). I also ask them to make a judgement (AO2) on the essay title so as to practise both skills required for the essays. Created for the OCR specification, but can be adapted for other exam boards easily, due to the assessment objectives being the same. Resource covers all Philosophy units: Ancient Philosophical Influences Soul, Mind, Body Arguments from Observation Arguments from Reason Religious Experience Problem of Evil Nature of God Religious Language 20th Century Perspectives Download as PowerPoint and PDF - for compatibility. In addition, a ‘printer’ version is included in the file so this can be used as a paper resource/handout. 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!

This revision lesson aims to prepare students for an upcoming assessment or exam for the ‘Philosophy and Ethics’ or 'Themes’ element of their GCSE in time-saving and engaging methods. This lesson explores common cores to all units. Within AQA, there are 6 P&E units, so covering all in one lesson would be impossible. Therefore, I have created a ‘common core’ lesson that provides the foundation and support required for all units. It is created with the AQA GCSE in mind, though is adaptable across specifications. The only difference would be the way in which some of the key words are spelled in Islam, e.g. ‘Mecca/Makkah’ however this is not considered when awarding SPAG anyway. In addition, the original editable documents are included, so you can tailor the language/spellings for your class/qualification. The PowerPoint includes: Aims of the lesson Authority and Influences Key Christian Teachings and Interpretations Humanist Beliefs and Values Case Studies Debate Skills - Analysis and Evaluation The activities are a collection of time-saving revision activities that minimalise writing, making the lesson suitable for all learners. Answers are also embedded into the PowerPoint via attractive and engaging animations. The corresponding learning mat is two-sided (one side for Islam, another for Christianity) and correspond with the work on the PowerPoint. All resources are available in their original Microsoft Word format, though can be downloaded as PDFs too, for compatibility purposes. 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!

This revision lesson aims to prepare students for an upcoming assessment or exam for the ‘Religion’ element of their GCSE in time-saving and engaging methods. This lesson explores Christianity and Islam. It is created with the AQA GCSE in mind, though is adaptable across specifications. The only difference would be the way in which some of the key words are spelled in Islam, e.g. ‘Mecca/Makkah’ however this is not considered when awarding SPAG anyway. In addition, the original editable documents are included, so you can tailor the language/spellings for your class/qualification. The PowerPoint includes: Aims of the lesson Topics in Christianity, identifying which ones will be covered in the lesson (NB only the more difficult topics are explored in this lesson) Topics in Islam, identifying the ones covered in the lesson (NB only the more difficult topics are explored in this lesson) Topics covered: Jesus Salvation and Grace Worship Worldwide Church Six Articles/Five Roots Predestination and Free Will Five Pillars and Ten Obligatory Acts Festivals The activities are a collection of time-saving revision activities that minimalise writing, making the lesson suitable for all learners. Answers are also embedded into the PowerPoint via attractive and engaging animations. The corresponding learning mat is two-sided (one side for Islam, another for Christianity) and correspond with the work on the PowerPoint. All resources are available in their original Microsoft Word format, though can be downloaded as PDFs too, for compatibility purposes. 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!

Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. The PPT covers all the topics for Jewish Practices, as part of the Eduqas specification. Easily adaptable for other specs. Topics include: Key Words Worship Amidah Shabbat Synagogue Judaism in the Community Rites/Rituals Marriage and Same-sex marriage in 21st Century Britain Kosher Festivals I use these PowerPoints to aid revision, support lesson planning and set as homework / home learning. Versatile and adaptable resource - all the information you need for the specification on one 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!

Information PPT/Brain box game for the Existence of God. Includes Aquinas, Paley and criticisms of the argument. 3 information slides and 3 question slides. Roll the dice to see which question to ask! Students enjoy the ‘chance’ of the question here. It encourages them to absorb as much information in 20 seconds before being quizzed.

This resource is a tour of the teachings found within the Bible, separated into 4 sections: The Beginning The New Testament Parables and Miracles Birth of Christianity Each of the 46 slides/page sums up one key idea from within the Bible in 30-seconds. The ‘Tasks’ slide on page 2 is a choice activity for the person who is interacting with the resource. I have used these as extension activities and lifted the slides independently for use within lessons or homework tasks. I’ve also printed mine out on the ‘2 slides per page’ printer setting, laminated them and put them onto a split ring (keyring) so as to make a flip-book resource. Very versatile resource and adapatable to class or home learning. It is downloaded as a PowerPoint and as a PDF, for compatibility.

Unit of lessons for GCSE Themes: Crime and Punishment (AQA - though applicable across specifications - sometimes known as ‘Good and Evil’) . It includes PowerPoint-led learning through an engaging and well-designed Work Pack. This unit explores all of the nuanced and specialist learning by adopting socially distant teaching techniques. The PowerPoints aid a ‘plug in and play’ approach which benefits both subject specialists and non-subject specialists alike. In addition, the Powerpoint and the Work Pack now includes all resources that the students need to access an engaging, high-quality education. Lessons include: L1 Authority and Religion L2 -3 Crime, Good and Evil L4 Aims of Punishment L5 Prisons and Treatment of Criminals L6 Corporal Punishment L7 Capital Punishment L8 Suffering and Forgiveness Comprehensive Work Pack also included with a variety of activities, development of analysis and evaluation skills and exam practise. Scaffolding is included in the Powerpoint itself and also in the Work Pack to ensure maximum engagement and comprehension. Challenges (extension tasks) also exist throughout the unit to further enhance skills and understanding. There are a variety of knowledge, understanding and evaluation tasks throughout the unit, including video and debate activities that the students always love - year-on-year. 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!