All resource and a powerpoint for AQA GCSE Theme A Relationships & Families Lesson 10 Nature & purpose of families in the 21st century with a GCSE exam focus
Starts by looking at the Buddhist symbol- the wheel and exploring what it means
To look at the Five Precepts as a basis of morality, in the context of moral truths. How would the world be different if we followed these precepts?
Considering the extra precepts for Monks and exploring what it is like to be a monk and the relationship between the monks and lay Buddhists to create the Sangha
An exploration on who the Dalai Lama is and what he is like and why he received the nobel peace prize. Study of Tibetan Buddhism and the political situation between Tibet and China!
To look at all the ways that Buddhism has influenced modern culture - music, films, mindfulness, books, exercise.
To consider which is the best contribution of Buddhism to the 21st century - bringing in the teachings from previous lessons
The second lesson in Buddhism as a worldview, introducing the Buddha. Questioning the historicity of Buddha and looking at him through an historical, theological and philosophical lens. Considering the understanding of the Buddha within Hindu Dharma. Then there is a quick overview of his teachings.
Culminates to an introduction of the three refuges and children to use a personal lens to consider their 3 refuges
An introductory lesson to Buddhism as a world view looking through a sociological lens. How many Buddhists are there, where in the world are they? What different Buddhists schools are there, and why are some Buddhists monks.
Culminates in the question ‘How do we know not all Buddhists are the same?’