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Resources for Religious Studies, Sociology, Philosophy, Ethics and Humanities. We specialise in making whole units and courses for ultimate convenience and time-saving. We always aim to make the best resource for a given topic: our goal is perfection and our resources have helped educate 1 million+ students! In order to encourage ratings and reviews, if you buy any of our products, are happy with your purchase, and leave a 5* rating for it: just email us and we'll send you a free bonus gift!

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Resources for Religious Studies, Sociology, Philosophy, Ethics and Humanities. We specialise in making whole units and courses for ultimate convenience and time-saving. We always aim to make the best resource for a given topic: our goal is perfection and our resources have helped educate 1 million+ students! In order to encourage ratings and reviews, if you buy any of our products, are happy with your purchase, and leave a 5* rating for it: just email us and we'll send you a free bonus gift!
ICT Suite Lesson - Relationships and Families - L7/10 [GCSE RS - Thematic Studies - Christian Views]
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ICT Suite Lesson - Relationships and Families - L7/10 [GCSE RS - Thematic Studies - Christian Views]

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This complete lesson was professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Relationships & Families' theme. This download includes: -An editable PowerPoint file -A double-sided A4 Worksheet (.doc) -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) This lesson is designed to be used with an ICT/Computing Suite: students will need access to computers for this lesson as it is based around them creating a PowerPoint presentation. We take considerable time making the highest quality lessons and we believe these are the best GCSE Religious Studies resources money can buy, positive reviews are greatly appreciated. Feel free to contact me: godwin86@gmail.com - if you have any questions or requests. PLEASE NOTE: Minimum system requirements: 512MB RAM, 1.5ghz processor. Microsoft Office.
Social Control  (Formal vs Informal)  - Crime & Deviance L4/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] NEW KS4
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Social Control (Formal vs Informal) - Crime & Deviance L4/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] NEW KS4

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 4 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Crime & Deviance’ section; it refers to the ‘Social Control’ topic. The lesson introduces the distinction between formal and informal modes of social control, it focuses on Marxist/feminist/interactionist/functionalist views of social control. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (editable) -A double-sided A4 worksheet/information sheet (see cover image for preview) -Homework All lessons are designed around the new AQA specification, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.
RE DISPLAY PACK (displays & posters)
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RE DISPLAY PACK (displays & posters)

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A collection of displays and learning mats for RE, Ethics & Philosophy on the internet :) Massive discount! Hope you enjoy! :) . Check-out some of our most popular resources on TES! GCSE Religious Studies Buddhism (20 Lesson Unit) Buddhism (Thematic Studies Units) Christianity (Thematic Studies Units) Hinduism (20 Lesson Unit) Hinduism (Thematic Studies Units) Islam (Thematic Studies Units) . .    GCSE Sociology Resources Complete Units (Whole Course) . .  AS/A2 Revision Sessions OCR Religious Studies AQA Philosophy AQA Sociology .  Philosophy for Children (P4C) The Ultimate P4C Resource Pack The Debating Society Toolkit Philosophy Boxes . . Other Tools A3 DIRT Worksheet (15+ 5-star ratings!) KS3 RE Units
Life Chances (I) - Social Stratification -L6/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Weber
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Life Chances (I) - Social Stratification -L6/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Weber

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 6 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Social Stratification’ section. This lesson focuses on the topic of Life Chances the following lesson (7) deals with the researcher Devine (1992) The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson -A double-sided A4 information sheet -Homework All lessons are designed around the new GCSE specification but are certainly useful for any GCSE Sociology specification. We take considerable time making the highest quality lessons, positive reviews are greatly appreciated (and rewarded, just email us!)
GCSE Sociology Workbook - Social Stratification
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GCSE Sociology Workbook - Social Stratification

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This printable workbook has been created for GCSE Sociolology students. I have created one workbook for each of the four main units of the course. This workbook is for the Social Stratification section. It is designed for the AQA specification and adapted for the WJEC/EDUQAS specification (two versions of the workbook are included in the download) The workbook contains the following: Student Progress-Check Tasks A Personal Learning Checklist Activity 1 - Mind-Map Overview Task Activity 2 - Reading Comprehension Activity 3 - Key-Work Match & Listing Tasks Activity 4 - Online Research Tasks Activity 5 - Reading Comprehension Activity 6 - Bare-bones Essay Planning Task Activity 7 - Creative Tasks (Posters & Poetry) Activity 8 - Investigate & Report (Newspaper Article Task) Activity 9 - Reading Comprehension Activity 10 - Essay-Planning Activity Activity 11- Essay Assessment Extension Tasks (Many!) It contains 25+ sides of activities and is designed to be printed as a double-sided workbook. The file is in editable .doc format in-case you wish to make any amendments (e.g. changing the exam questions). The workbook is not designed to be a comprehensive: it includes selected readings and covers some (not all) of the topics listed in the specification. If you are happy with your purchase and leave a 5* rating for this TES resource, please email me ( godwin86@gmail.com ) and I will send you a FREE ‘Revision Strategy Battle Planner’ which will be useful for your Year 11 students. Visit gcsesociology.com for more GCSE Sociology resources! Copyright Adam Godwin (2020) - strictly not for redistribution.
ICT Suite Lesson - Religion, Peace & Conflict - L7/10 [GCSE RS - Thematic Studies - Christian Views]
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ICT Suite Lesson - Religion, Peace & Conflict - L7/10 [GCSE RS - Thematic Studies - Christian Views]

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This complete lesson was professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Religion, Peace & Conflict ' theme. This download includes: -An editable PowerPoint file -A double-sided A4 Worksheet (.doc) -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) This lesson is designed to be used with an ICT/Computing Suite: students will need access to computers for this lesson as it is based around them creating a PowerPoint presentation. We take considerable time making the highest quality lessons and we believe these are the best GCSE Religious Studies resources money can buy, positive reviews are greatly appreciated. Feel free to contact me: godwin86@gmail.com - if you have any questions or requests. PLEASE NOTE: Minimum system requirements: 512MB RAM, 1.5ghz processor. Microsoft Office.
Documentary & Video Worksheet Lesson [GCSE RS - Religion, Peace & Conflict - L10/10] Theme D
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Documentary & Video Worksheet Lesson [GCSE RS - Religion, Peace & Conflict - L10/10] Theme D

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This fully resourced video-learning lesson was designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Religion, Peace & Conflict' theme (Theme D). It is lesson 10/10 of our downloadable units for GCSE RS Thematic Studies. It is a great 'instant lesson' and is useful both to RE specialists and as an emergency cover lesson led by non-specialists: all you need to do is print out one of the included worksheets and run the PowerPoint - which will link you to carefully selected videos about the topic! Aside from links to carefully selected videos; this download includes: -A full lesson PowerPoint -AfL tasks -SIX video-learning worksheets (.doc or .pdf) -A detailed lesson plan The worksheets are specially designed 'Video-Learning Worksheets' that structure students' learning whilst they use documentary evidence to research a subject: three of the worksheets are A4 and the other 3 are A3 size (all double-sided!). Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Internet Access Access to YouTube Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
Religion, Human Rights & Social Justice - Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme F (KS4)
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Religion, Human Rights & Social Justice - Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme F (KS4)

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This download contains a selection of assessment materials for AQA GCSE Religious Studies, Theme F: 'Religion, Human Rights & Social Justice'. There are three separate assessment lessons (designed for 1 hr slots) in this download. The download includes: -An assessment lesson PowerPoint Presentation (with timer) -3 x assessment options [an A3 double-sided assessment worksheet and four practice exam questions (on two separate worksheets)] -A collection of assessment and feedback tools [including an exam scoreboard, self/peer marking worksheet, a target-setting sheet]. This lesson can be used by any AQA GCSE Religious Studies teacher covering this theme; it was designed to be ninth lesson in our ten-lesson unit for this theme. It has enough resources to be uses for 3 individual 1-hour assessment lessons! Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) Printing (for the assessment worksheets) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
Religion, Crime & Punishment: Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme E Practice Exam Paper
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Religion, Crime & Punishment: Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme E Practice Exam Paper

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This download contains a selection of assessment materials for AQA GCSE Religious Studies, Theme E: 'Religion, Crime & Punishment'. There are three separate assessment lessons (designed for 1 hr slots) in this download. The download includes: -An assessment lesson PowerPoint Presentation (with timer) -3 x assessment options [an A3 double-sided assessment worksheet and four practice exam questions (on two separate worksheets)] -A collection of assessment and feedback tools [including an exam scoreboard, self/peer marking worksheet, a target-setting sheet]. This lesson can be used by any AQA GCSE Religious Studies teacher covering this theme; it was designed to be ninth lesson in our ten-lesson unit for this theme. It has enough resources to be uses for 3 individual 1-hour assessment lessons! Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) Printing (for the assessment worksheets) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
KS3 Hinduism Homework Booklet
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KS3 Hinduism Homework Booklet

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This KS3 Hinduism homework booklet contains ten homework tasks: it is designed to be printed as a ten page (22 side) booklet. The booklet serves as a general introduction to Hindu philosophy and ethics and focuses on essential religious terminology. It should comfortably take care of a term’s worth of homework for any KS3 students studying Hinduism. The homework booklet includes integrated self-assessment and reflection tasks and a built in assessment table that should make marking the homeworks very quick and easy. Included is an editable Word (.doc) version and an easy-print (.pdf) version for your convenience. This is the first in a series of homework booklets we hope to be releasing over the coming months, if you would like to request a specific theme or topic for future releases please get in touch. Make sure you join our new KS3 RE & P4C community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/KS3RE/
Ethnicity, Crime & Criminality - Crime & Deviance L8/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Race Ethnic NEW
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Ethnicity, Crime & Criminality - Crime & Deviance L8/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Race Ethnic NEW

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 8 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Crime & Deviance’ section; it refers to the ‘Factors Affecting Criminal & Deviant Behaviour’ topic. The lesson focuses on links between criminality and ethnicity. It addresses the question: “Are the apparent differences in crime rates are caused by racial prejudice and discrimination in the police force and judiciary?” The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (editable) -A double-sided A4 worksheet -A 10 side knowledge-hunt -Homework All lessons are designed around the new AQA specification, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.
Cohen, Criminal Subcultures & Gangs - Crime & Deviance L12/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] New Spec
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Cohen, Criminal Subcultures & Gangs - Crime & Deviance L12/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] New Spec

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 12 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Crime & Deviance’ section. The lesson focuses on Cohen’s theory about delinquent subcultures, gangs, and organised crime. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (editable) -A double-sided A3 worksheet (.doc) -A3 Group-Work Sheets (.doc) -Homework All lessons are designed around the new GCSE specifications, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.
GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 6  [Third Noble Truth, Theravada & Mahayana views of Nibbana] Full Resource
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 6 [Third Noble Truth, Theravada & Mahayana views of Nibbana] Full Resource

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This is the sixth in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students for the 'Beliefs, Teachings & Practices' section of the course [section A]. It is suitable for all exam-boards. The complete series of GCSE Budhism lessons, as well as learning mats, PLCs and revision sessions can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 The Download includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double-sided A3 worksheet -A substantial 'Knowledge Hunt' file (which comprises the main learning activity) -Classical Sitar Music (SMSC) as background music for the knowledge hunt -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: The Third Noble Truth about the end of suffering (dukkah) • The meaning of the term nibbana (to extinguish) • Common and divergent ways of understanding nibbana, including as extinguishing the three poisons/fires • The different meanings given to the term Enlightenment • Common and divergent ways of understanding the term Enlightenment • The cessation of craving/desire (tanha/trsna) • Issues related to the Third Noble Truth, including different ways of understanding the relationship between nibbana and the cycle of rebirth • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Buddhist groups Sources: • Dhammacakkappavattana sutta (Setting the Wheel of the Dhamma in motion) • Dhammapada 1–2 and 336–337 • Udana 8–1 and 8–3 Thank you for your download! Please download our other lessons as a part of this GCSE Buddhism course from our shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86
Responses to Crime & Capital Punishment  [GCSE RS - Religion, Crime & Punishment - L4/10] Theme E
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Responses to Crime & Capital Punishment [GCSE RS - Religion, Crime & Punishment - L4/10] Theme E

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This fully resources lesson focuses on the topic of 'Responses to Crime & Capital Punishment', it also highlights the issue of corporal punishment (both of children and of criminals). This lesson was professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Religion, Crime & Punishment' theme (Theme E). It is a great 'instant lesson' and is useful both to RE specialists and as an emergency cover lesson led by non-specialists: all you need to do is print out one of the included worksheets and run the PowerPoint - which will link you to carefully selected videos about the topic! Aside from links to carefully selected videos; this download includes: -A full lesson PowerPoint -AfL tasks -SIX video-learning worksheets (.doc or .pdf) -A detailed lesson plan The worksheets are specially designed 'Video-Learning Worksheets' that structure students' learning whilst they use documentary evidence to research a subject: three of the worksheets are A4 and the other 3 are A3 size (all double-sided!). Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Internet Access Access to YouTube Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
Class, Poverty & Crime - Crime & Deviance L9/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192]  Criminality Factors
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Class, Poverty & Crime - Crime & Deviance L9/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Criminality Factors

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 9 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Crime & Deviance’ section; it refers to the ‘Factors Affecting Criminal & Deviant Behaviour’ topic. The lesson focuses on links between class, poverty, inequality and crime/criminality. It addresses the question: “Is poverty the main cause of crime?”. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (editable) -A double-sided A4 worksheet -A 12 side knowledge-hunt -Homework All lessons are designed around the new AQA specification, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.
Prison, Punishment, Sentencing - Crime & Deviance L13/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] New Spec KS4
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Prison, Punishment, Sentencing - Crime & Deviance L13/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] New Spec KS4

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 13 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Crime & Deviance’ section. The lesson focuses on forms of punishment, prisons, and the aims and effectiveness of the prison system. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (editable) -A double-sided A3 worksheet (.doc) -Homework All lessons are designed around the new GCSE specifications, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.
GCSE - Buddhism - Lesson 19  [Death, Afterlife, Bardo, 6 Realms, 31 States, Pure Land](J625/04)
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GCSE - Buddhism - Lesson 19 [Death, Afterlife, Bardo, 6 Realms, 31 States, Pure Land](J625/04)

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This is the nineteenth in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students for the 'Beliefs, Teachings & Practices' section of the course [section A]. The complete series of GCSE Budhism lessons can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 The Download (comprising 4 files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -An A3 'Design a board-game' template for the main activity -A 'Knowledge Hunt' file for the main activity. -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: Buddhist Beliefs about Death & The Afterlife -Bardo States (Tibetan Buddhism) -The 6 Realms & 31 States of Rebirth -Pure Land Buddhist Views -Theravada/Mahayana comparisons -Western Buddhist reinterpretation of reincarnation theory -Zen Buddhism as 'Buddhism without beliefs' Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.
GCSE Buddhism Learning Mats (3 x A3) [Revision, Displays,Differentiation, PLC, Buddhist, Symbols]
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GCSE Buddhism Learning Mats (3 x A3) [Revision, Displays,Differentiation, PLC, Buddhist, Symbols]

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This download was created for Religious Studies teachers teaching about Buddhism at GCSE Level. It may also useful for teachers at KS3 level who are covering Buddhism. The learning mats contain detailed information about: -Buddhist Symbols -The Noble Eightfold Path -The Five Precepts -Buddhist Worship -The Wheel of Life -The Six Realms of Existence -Essential Keywords The second of the three learning mats includes a complete PLC (designed for the OCR B specification, but easily customisable for alternative specifications). Ideally there mats are laminated and placed on the desks of students. They can be used for: -Learning activities -Revision Aids -Differentiation tools for assessments -Prompts for exam practice. -Prompts for discussions and debates -Knowledge hunt activity resources
GCSE Hinduism - Lesson 7/20 [Aims of Hindu Life: Purusharthas, Dharma, Varna, Ashrama, Artha, Karma]
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GCSE Hinduism - Lesson 7/20 [Aims of Hindu Life: Purusharthas, Dharma, Varna, Ashrama, Artha, Karma]

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This is the seventh in a series of lessons on Hinduism for GCSE level students for the ‘Beliefs, Teachings & Practices’ section of the course [section A]. It is designed around the OCR specification and is therefore suitable for teachers using the AQA specification (which is a less detailed equivalent to the OCR spec) and highly relevant to GCSE Religious Studies teachers regardless of the specification used. The Download (comprising 3 files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -Double-sided A4 worksheet -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: The Four Aims of Human Life (Purusharthas) • The meaning of the term Dharma, which is dependent on the context in which it is applied • The role and significance of dharma in Hindu life • The relationship between dharma and other concepts such as varna, ashrama, artha, karma and moksha • Sanatana dharma (the eternal dharma) as a name some Hindus give to their religion, including the idea of ancient and universal truths contained within the religion • The relationship between an individual’s dharma and the concept of karma • Common and divergent emphases placed on the four aims of human life by different Hindu groups, including different ways of understanding varna and its function in society • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Hindu groups Sources: Katha Upanishad II 1–2 Bhagavad Gita II 62–65 This is part of a series of lessons, if you like it: save countless hours by downloading the complete course! The complete series of GCSE Hinduism lessons can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.
Introduction & Central Debates -  Social Stratification -  [AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Power L1/20
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Introduction & Central Debates - Social Stratification - [AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Power L1/20

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson number 1 of our 20 lesson course for this section- it is designed to introduce the requirements of the ‘Social Stratification’ unit and its central debates. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -6 x A3 Silent Debate Worksheets (.doc, editable) -An A4 student information sheet explaining the required learning for the unit (.doc, editable) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson -A homework task All lessons are designed around the new AQA specification, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.