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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!
The Maths Debate Generator (100 Debates and Discussions + Randomiser) [P4C] [Cross-Curricular] [Fun]
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The Maths Debate Generator (100 Debates and Discussions + Randomiser) [P4C] [Cross-Curricular] [Fun]

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Created by a Philosophy teacher and experienced formal debater in collaboration with his colleagues in the Maths department. This PPT file contains 100 debates and discussion relevant to the study of mathematics and, especially, ‘The Philosophy of Mathematics’ (allowing teachers to bring P4C [philosophy for children] into the Maths classroom). The presentation is complete with exciting animated graphics to foster engagement! The file contains a randomiser slide, allowing a random debate topic to be generated. Each debate slide asks students to move from one side of the room or the other to make their position clear: teachers should then use questioning to foster a debate between students, encouraging them to present reasons for their choice and defend their position. Uses: -Effortless planning of Maths lessons -Instant cover lessons -Debating societies -Maths P4C (Philosophy for children) cross-curricular resource -Making best use of spare time at the end of lessons -Form time activities -Developing speaking and communication skills -SMSC (deals with some moral and spiritual issues in relation to maths) Topics are generally accessible to all ages, but the product is designed with KS3-5 in mind. Thank you for taking the time to look at this product: if you are interested in other debate generating products I have also made similar products relating to Philosophy, Moral Dilemmas, and History.
GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 7 (OCR B) [Fourth Noble Truth, The Noble Eightfold Path, Maggas](J625/04)
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 7 (OCR B) [Fourth Noble Truth, The Noble Eightfold Path, Maggas](J625/04)

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This is the seventh in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students following the OCR B Full-Course Specification: for the 'Beliefs, Teachings & Practices' section of the course [section A]. You can download a scheme of work for this course here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teaching-buddhism-at-gcse-scheme-of-work-sow-designed-for-ocr-b-r-s-j625-04-j625-09-11385138 The Download includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double-sided 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 Fourth Noble Truth about the way to eliminate suffering (dukkah) [The Eightfold Path] • The elements of the Eightfold Path (magga) • The importance of the Eightfold Path for Buddhists • The grouping of the steps of the Eightfold Path for Buddhists • The elements of the Threefold Way for Buddhists, including ethics (sila), meditation (samadhi) and wisdom (panna) • The importance of the Threefold Way for Buddhists • Issues related to the Fourth Noble Truth, including the relationship between the different elements of the Eightfold Path and the Threefold Way • Common and divergent emphases placed on the ways to eliminate suffering by different different Buddhist groups, including different ways of putting the Eightfold path into practice in everyday life • 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) • Magga-vibhanga Sutta (Samyutta Nikaya 45–8) • Dhamapada 111 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
Form Time Debate Bundle
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Form Time Debate Bundle

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690+ Debates, presented in a variety of fun and engaging formats. Topics include: Philosophy Ethics History Mathematics . 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
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 -Lesson 16  [The Sangha, Lay & Monastic Sanghas, Buddhist Monks] New Specification
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 16 [The Sangha, Lay & Monastic Sanghas, Buddhist Monks] New Specification

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This is the sixteenth 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, 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 (comprising 2 files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: The Sangha (The Community) • The meaning of the term Sangha as one of the Three Jewels • The role and importance of: • Monastic sangha • Lay sangha • The Ten Precepts observed by monks and nuns • The ordination of women into the monastic sangha • The common and divergent emphases placed on the sangha by different Buddhist groups, including the rules observed within monasteries • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Buddhist groups Sources: Dhammapada 360–369 Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.
Form (Tutor) Time Philosophy Booklet (P4C) [Philosophy , Debates, Discussions] [60 PAGE BOOKLET!]
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Form (Tutor) Time Philosophy Booklet (P4C) [Philosophy , Debates, Discussions] [60 PAGE BOOKLET!]

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This booklet is designed for years 7-9, once printed (preferably colour, double-sided and bound!) and given to a student - it contains enough philosophically stimulating tasks to keep your students busy for the year! It contains 60 pages and over 50 tasks. The tasks are differentiated, the format allows students to select the tasks that interest them. Some tasks are aided by the use of smart-phones (for YouTube etc) As a teacher, your only task is to check that students are completing the tasks. This one resource is great for form-time. -It covers a variety of religions, philosophical issues, and ethical debates. -Features political and religious art, and high-level graphic design to encourage engagement. -Fosters independent research skills and allows students to choose topics that interest them -Features activities designed to prepare KS3 students for GCSE topics. -See the attached image for samples of tasks! Created over 3 years of teaching, and enjoyed very much by my students in YR 7-9! (Also impressed the leadership team no end!) Hope you enjoy! :)
GCSE Islam - Ethical Debate Generator [Muslim Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]
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GCSE Islam - Ethical Debate Generator [Muslim Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]

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This download is for Religious Studies teachers covering Islam at GCSE Level. It can also be used at KS3 level, though its design is based on GCSE specifications (2016/7 onwards). It features: -50 Debates -Animated slides -A randomiser function -Central moral/ethical teachings for students to link to debate prompts -All debates linked to moral issues from the exam board specifications (specifically, OCR/AQA specs, 2016/7 onwards) It is ideal for: -Teaching and revising moral concepts specific to the religion covered. -Teaching students to apply general moral principles from the religious tradition to different moral issues. -Practising exam technique: most of the debate prompts are potential 12/15 mark questions. -End of lesson activities -Revision sessions -Cover lessons The debate format asks students to move from one side of the room or the other based on whether they think a member of the religious tradition should agree or disagree with the statement, it is also good practice to get students to move to express their opinion in response to the statement. It is also good practice to ask students for ideas other than the ones on the slide they might connect, and update the slides accordingly.
GCSE Christianity - Ethical Debate Generator [Christian Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]
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GCSE Christianity - Ethical Debate Generator [Christian Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]

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This download is for Religious Studies teachers covering Christianity at GCSE Level. It can also be used at KS3 level, though its design is based on GCSE specifications (2016/7 onwards). It features: -50 Debates -Animated slides -A randomiser function -Central moral/ethical teachings for students to link to debate prompts -All debates linked to moral issues from the exam board specifications (specifically, OCR/AQA specs, 2016/7 onwards) It is ideal for: -Teaching and revising moral concepts specific to the religion covered. -Teaching students to apply general moral principles from the religious tradition to different moral issues. -Practising exam technique: most of the debate prompts are potential 12/15 mark questions. -End of lesson activities -Revision sessions -Cover lessons The debate format asks students to move from one side of the room or the other based on whether they think a member of the religious tradition should agree or disagree with the statement, it is also good practice to get students to move to express their opinion in response to the statement. It is also good practice to ask students for ideas other than the ones on the slide they might connect, and update the slides accordingly.
GCSE - Buddhism (OCR) Practice Exam Questions (15 Mark) & Buddhist Quotes /Sayings/Sources [Booklet]
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GCSE - Buddhism (OCR) Practice Exam Questions (15 Mark) & Buddhist Quotes /Sayings/Sources [Booklet]

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This 36 page booklet is designed for Religious Studies teachers/students who are covering Buddhism at GCSE level (based meticulously on the OCR B specification). The booklet: -Breaks the specification into 36 topics -Postulates at least five hypothetical exam statements for 15 mark questions. -Includes a wide array Buddhist quotes, sayings, and sources. -Has been rigorously checked so that there are no 'Fake Buddha Quotes' [since there are many on the internet] It should be considered an essential tool to prepare students for their exams and is especially suited to motivated, gifted and talented, and independent students who are determined to succeed. IMPORTANT NOTICE! If you're teaching Buddhism at GCSE level you can save yourself a LOT of time by downloading our 5-Star 20-lesson GCSE Buddhism course here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-buddhism-ocr-b-aqa-20-lessons-very-high-quality-complete-resources-lesson-plans-worksheets-presentations-11410236
GCSE Hinduism - Ethical Debate Generator [Hindu Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]
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GCSE Hinduism - Ethical Debate Generator [Hindu Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]

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This download is for Religious Studies teachers covering Hinduism at GCSE Level. It can also be used at KS3 level, though its design is based on GCSE specifications (2016/7 onwards). It features: -50 Debates -Animated slides -A randomiser function -Central moral/ethical teachings for students to link to debate prompts -All debates linked to moral issues from the exam board specifications (specifically, OCR/AQA specs, 2016/7 onwards) It is ideal for: -Teaching and revising moral concepts specific to the religion covered. -Teaching students to apply general moral principles from the religious tradition to different moral issues. -Practising exam technique: most of the debate prompts are potential 12/15 mark questions. -End of lesson activities -Revision sessions -Cover lessons The debate format asks students to move from one side of the room or the other based on whether they think a member of the religious tradition should agree or disagree with the statement, it is also good practice to get students to move to express their opinion in response to the statement. It is also good practice to ask students for ideas other than the ones on the slide they might connect, and update the slides accordingly.
GCSE - Hinduism (OCR) Personal Learning Checklist [PLC] [Essential Revision Tool] [2017 onwards]
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GCSE - Hinduism (OCR) Personal Learning Checklist [PLC] [Essential Revision Tool] [2017 onwards]

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This is the Personal Learning Checklist (PLC) for the religion of Hinduism for GCSE level students following the OCR Full-Course Specification: for the 'Beliefs, Teachings &; Practices' section of the course [section A]. In other words: it is a PLC covering the topics students need to know for the first year of study, for the religion of Hinduism If you are teaching this religion for OCR R.S. - this is a great tool for your students to help them keep track of their learning, and help you monitor the classes strengths and weaknesses. It serves as a highly efficient form of self-assessment. On the reverse of the sheet are other useful measures that allow teachers to gauge a student's confidence and reflective abilities. The Personal Learning Checklists (PLC): -Allows the student to see clearly what they need to know for the exam. -Allows the student to communicate to their teacher how they can be best helped. -Gets the student to analyse their progress in relation to their target grade. -Encourages students to reflect in a structured manner on their necessary revision focusses. -Gets students to establish both a revision and an exam technique focus.
GCSE- Christianity - REVISION SESSION (activity/task) [Silent Debate, Exam Answer Planning, RE, RS]
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GCSE- Christianity - REVISION SESSION (activity/task) [Silent Debate, Exam Answer Planning, RE, RS]

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This resource is for Religious Studies teachers covering the religion of Christianity at GCSE level. It is based on the OCR/AQA specifications 2016/7 onwards, all content is linked to the specification as it is designed as an exam preparation and revision tool. The download includes: -11 A3 Silent Debate Worksheets (for the Beliefs and Teachings section) -11 A3 Silent Debate worksheets (for the Practices section) -A Presentation file with: full instructions for revision sessions, two different approaches to using the worksheets (one silent, one discussion based), three plenary slides/activities to choose from, instructions for an optional exam question practice at the end. This resource is: -An easy and effective way to structure revision sessions -Based around formulating arguments for and against given statements and is therefore perfect for practising analysis and evaluation -Easily customisable and reusable (just change the statements you wish for students to discuss)
GCSE- Judaism - REVISION SESSION (activity/task) [Silent Debate, Exam Answer Planning, RE, RS]
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GCSE- Judaism - REVISION SESSION (activity/task) [Silent Debate, Exam Answer Planning, RE, RS]

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This resource is for Religious Studies teachers covering the religion of Judaism at GCSE level. It is based on the OCR/AQA specifications 2016/7 onwards, all content is linked to the specification as it is designed as an exam preparation and revision tool. The download includes: -11 A3 Silent Debate Worksheets (for the Beliefs and Teachings section) -11 A3 Silent Debate worksheets (for the Practices section) -A Presentation file with: full instructions for revision sessions, two different approaches to using the worksheets (one silent, one discussion based), three plenary slides/activities to choose from, instructions for an optional exam question practice at the end. This resource is: -An easy and effective way to structure revision sessions -Based around formulating arguments for and against given statements and is therefore perfect for practising analysis and evaluation -Easily customisable and reusable (just change the statements you wish for students to discuss)
GCSE- Islam - REVISION SESSION (activity/task) [Silent Debate, Exam Answer Planning, RE, RS]
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GCSE- Islam - REVISION SESSION (activity/task) [Silent Debate, Exam Answer Planning, RE, RS]

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This resource is for Religious Studies teachers covering the religion of Islam at GCSE level. It is based on the OCR/AQA specifications 2016/7 onwards, all content is linked to the specification as it is designed as an exam preparation and revision tool. The download includes: -11 A3 Silent Debate Worksheets (for the Beliefs and Teachings section) -11 A3 Silent Debate worksheets (for the Practices section) -A Presentation file with: full instructions for revision sessions, two different approaches to using the worksheets (one silent, one discussion based), three plenary slides/activities to choose from, instructions for an optional exam question practice at the end. This resource is: -An easy and effective way to structure revision sessions -Based around formulating arguments for and against given statements and is therefore perfect for practising analysis and evaluation -Easily customisable and reusable (just change the statements you wish for students to discuss)
GCSE Hinduism - Lesson 2/20 [Reincarnation, Samsara, Maya, Margas/Yogas, Moksha, Samchita/Agami]
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GCSE Hinduism - Lesson 2/20 [Reincarnation, Samsara, Maya, Margas/Yogas, Moksha, Samchita/Agami]

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This is the second 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 6 files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double-sided worksheet -A 'Knowledge Hunt' file for the main activity. -2 Video Files (evidence for Reincarnation) -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: "Reincarnation and The cycle of birth, life and death ' • The meaning of the terms: • Samsara • Maya • Detachment • Moksha  • The significance and interconnection of Samsara, Maya, Detachment and Moksha • The relationship between rebirth in samsara and karma • Common and divergent understanding and emphases given to these concepts by different Hindu groups, including the possibility of being jivan mukti (liberated while alive) • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Hindu groups   Sources: • Bhagavad Gita II 11–13 • Bhagavad Gita II 27 • Mahabharata XII 240 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 The 20-Lesson GCSE Buddhism course (rated 5 stars) can also be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-buddhism-ocr-b-aqa-20-lessons-very-high-quality-complete-resources-lesson-plans-worksheets-presentations-11410236 Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.
PSHE Silent Debate Activity  (Form time/tutor time/PSHE sessions ) [PSHEE / PSE / PSHCE / PSED]
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PSHE Silent Debate Activity (Form time/tutor time/PSHE sessions ) [PSHEE / PSE / PSHCE / PSED]

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Perfect for starting PSHE debates in form-time, assemblies or classes. The download includes: -11 A3 Silent Debate Worksheets (about central PSHE issues) -A Presentation file with: full instructions for PSHE sessions, two different approaches to using the worksheets (one silent, one verbal discussion based), three plenary slides/activities to choose from. This resource is: -Based around formulating arguments for and against given statements and is therefore perfect for practising higher order thinking skills of analysis and evaluation -Easily customisable and reusable (just change the statements you wish for students to discuss) -Great for lessons, assemblies, debating societies, or as a form/tutor time activity. -Usable in virtually any subject after customisation -Perfect for starting philosophical debates and discussions on PSHE issues -Linked to the PSHE Curriculum
IT Suite Lesson / Homework Worksheet - 'Create a presentation - Christian Attitudes about Abortion'
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IT Suite Lesson / Homework Worksheet - 'Create a presentation - Christian Attitudes about Abortion'

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The worksheet can either be set as a homework task or to structure an IT-Suite Lesson. It asks students to create presentation with quiz questions and lists differentiated options for them to choose from. The reverse of the A4 sheet features peer-assessment tables for students to rate one another's work according to specified criteria. The download also includes a PPT with instructions (needing minimal customisation) and AfL slides. The lesson should, ideally, use 40 minutes for students to create the presentation in pairs and then 20 minutes to quiz and peer assess one another. The worksheet is easily customisable to other topics.
GCSE Hinduism - Lesson 5/20 [Manifestations of the divine, deities, trimurti, tridevi, shakti]
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GCSE Hinduism - Lesson 5/20 [Manifestations of the divine, deities, trimurti, tridevi, shakti]

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This is the fifth 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 5(+) files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -12 Page colour knowledge-hunt (place around the room) -Images for poster design task (4 page word document) -Background music (Aum Chants and Tibetan Singing Bowls) to play during the poster design task (SMSC) -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: Manifestations of the Divine • Different ways of understanding Brahman, with attributes (Saguna Brahman) and without attributes (Nirguna Brahman) • The connection between concepts of Brahman and Hindu practices, including Hindu deities as manifestations of Saguna Brahman • The role and importance of the Trimurti and the Tridevi, including the concept of Shakti and the relationship between male and female deities • The role and importance of Avatara as the incarnation or manifestation of deities in a particular physical form • The role and importance of Murti as the focus of worship and as an expression of an actual presence • The significance of Avatara in different Hindu traditions • Common and divergent emphases placed on manifestations of the divine by different Hindu groups • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Hindu groups Smriti and shruti scriptures • Stories of the gods acting within the world • The avatars of Vishnu • The Ramayana • The Bhagavad Gita • Jesus and the Buddha as avatars 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.
Moral Philosophy - AS-level AQA Philosophy (2017 spec onwards) PERSONAL LEARNING CHECKLIST Worksheet
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Moral Philosophy - AS-level AQA Philosophy (2017 spec onwards) PERSONAL LEARNING CHECKLIST Worksheet

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This download is for a Personal Learning Checklist (PLC) for the Moral Philosophy section of the new AQA Philosophy specification (AS-level). It features a double-sided worksheet, focussed on a checklist with all of the topics listed for this section of the course in the AQA Philosophy Specification (7171). The .zip file contains a Word document: so the resource is fully customisable. On the reverse of the sheet are other useful measures that allow teachers to gauge a student's confidence and reflective abilities. The Personal Learning Checklists (PLC): -Allows the student to see clearly what they need to know for the exam. -Allows the student to communicate to their teacher how they can be best helped. -Gets the student to analyse their progress in relation to their target grade. -Encourages students to reflect in a structured manner on their necessary revision focusses. -Gets students to establish both a revision and an exam technique focus.