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I am a Head of Department (RE) in a large school. I teach KS3, KS4 and KS5. I have had additional responsibilities in improving progress and attainment in RE. I teach Health & Social Care and Life Skills. I have also taught BTEC Applied Law, Psychology and PSHE. Prior to teaching my background was in forensic psychology, mental health, learning disabilities and research/quality assurance.

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I am a Head of Department (RE) in a large school. I teach KS3, KS4 and KS5. I have had additional responsibilities in improving progress and attainment in RE. I teach Health & Social Care and Life Skills. I have also taught BTEC Applied Law, Psychology and PSHE. Prior to teaching my background was in forensic psychology, mental health, learning disabilities and research/quality assurance.
EDUQAS Role of the Men and Women (new spec) - Relationships
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EDUQAS Role of the Men and Women (new spec) - Relationships

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A Eduqas new spec lesson from the Issues of Relationships. The lesson is the Role of the Men and Women. It discusses the traditonal and modern views of men/women. Students are given a series of Bible quotes to support the differing views and have to epxlain their meaning. Learning focuses around the importance of the family and the home. A range of teacher led and student led activites. Also included prepped learning (homework) activity on Christian attitudes to marriage.
Eduqas GCSE Hinduism revision powerpoint
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Eduqas GCSE Hinduism revision powerpoint

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A revision PPT for Eduqas RS GSCE (new spec). The PPT provides students with information and notes. The PPT has been created for a final revision lesson with Y11 students and is mostly teacher led. It is perfect resource to guide revision, and for students to access to support addiitonal revision at home.
World issues unit of work - KS3 / GCSE appropriate
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World issues unit of work - KS3 / GCSE appropriate

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A mini unit of work that teaches students about world issues and Christian views. This is perfect for students prior to starting their GCSEs to give them background knowledge and prepare them for future learning. Also perfect to use the lessons at GCSE level due to the emphasis on Christian teachings. L1 Introduction L2 Poverty L3 Prejudice and discrimination L4 Crime and punishment
Crime and punishment - from a world issues scheme of work -KS3/GCSE appropriate
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Crime and punishment - from a world issues scheme of work -KS3/GCSE appropriate

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A lesson teaching students about crime and punishment. Can be taught at KS3 (preparing students for future learning) or GCSE level. Or as a stand alone lesson. See my resources for other lessons from the world issues scheme of work (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/leanaandrews). The lesson aims to explain the different type of crimes, different types of punishment, Christian beliefs including key teachings and how effective punishment is in our society. Students apply their learning using Christian teachings (ten commandments, Parable of the Good Samaritan, Parable of the Lost Son, golden rule). Students are encouraged to give their own opinions and views at various points in the lesson (e.g. through questioning and discussion). Students review their learning linking back to the outcomes. Learning is extended through the homework task.
Poverty - world issues scheme of work - KS3/GCSE appropriate
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Poverty - world issues scheme of work - KS3/GCSE appropriate

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A lesson teaching students about poverty. Can be taught at KS3 or GCSE level as part of a world issues scheme of work (see my other resources - https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/leanaandrews) or as a stand alone lesson. This lesson aims to teach students about what poverty is, causes of poverty, the affects it can have and if it can be eradicated. The lesson explores Christian views and Christian charities as a response to poverty. Students have to show team work skills in the lesson and emphasis is also placed on sharing views/opinions.
Prejudice and discrimination - World issues scheme of work
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Prejudice and discrimination - World issues scheme of work

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A lesson from a scheme of work about world issues. Can be taught prior at KS3 to prepare students for future learning or at GCSE level. See my resources for other lessons (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/leanaandrews). This lesson aims to teach students the definitions of prejudice and discrimination, the difference between the two, explores Christian views and the impact of prejudice/discrimination on society. In this lesson students use their learning and apply it to Christian teachings (Parable of the Good Samaritan). The activities in this lesson encourage students to reflect on the impact of prejudice and discrimination.
World issues - Introduction and Christian teachings
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World issues - Introduction and Christian teachings

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A introduction lesson to world issues (poverty, prejudice, crime, punishment). This can be taught as part of a mini unit of work prior to GCSE (at KS3) to prepare students for future learning or can be taught at GSCE. See my resources for other lessons (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/leanaandrews). The lesson aims to teach students about key Christian teachings and how they can be applied/used to help when dealing with world issues. Students will use a range of skills, this lesson focuses on developing interpersonal skills and skills of analysis and investigation. In this lesson students learnt about these four key Christian teachings - the Ten Commandments, the golden rule, the Parable of the Good Samaritan and the Parable of the Lost Son.
Christianity KS3 bundle
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Christianity KS3 bundle

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A bundle of Christianity KS3 lessons. Perfect for a Christianity unit of work to teach students the key beliefs, teachings and practices. The order in which these lessons are taught can be adapted.
Sacraments  - KS3 Christianity lesson
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Sacraments - KS3 Christianity lesson

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A KS3 Christianity lesson teaching students about sacraments. This lesson EXCLUDES BAPTISM, as baptism can be taught in one full lesson (see my other resources). This lesson aims to teach students what a sacrament is, explore the sacraments Christians take and their importance. The lesson has a homework task for students to complete based on the learning. There are opportunities for group work and individual work. The lesson is heavily differentiated for a mixed ability group. The fact sheets that students use for group work are informative and are colour coded to link to two questions on the worksheet. The worksheet is also differentiated (with prompt questions) and there are key words to support certain students.
Christian denominations lesson - KS3
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Christian denominations lesson - KS3

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A KS3 lesson teaching students about the Christian denominations. The lesson aims to teach students what a denomination is, some of the Christian denominations and the similarities/differences between RC and CofE. The lesson has a starter activity that encourages students to think outside of the box. The lesson is differentiated - there are two alternative worksheets for students to use in order to support their learning. This lesson is perfect for a mixed ability Y7/Y8 class. The quiz style plenary is a fun way to check learning. There is a homework task included with this lesson.
KS3 Islam bundle
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KS3 Islam bundle

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KS3 Islam bundle. Five lessons that can be used as a scheme of work to teach students about the key beliefs, teachings and practices of the religion. This bundle of lessons has been taught in the past to provide students with basic knowledge in Y8 prior to starting GCSE. L1 Life of Muhammad L2 Mosque L3 Qur’an L4 The Ummah L5 Muslims in Britain
KS3 Buddhism bundle
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KS3 Buddhism bundle

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A Buddhism bundle for KS3 students. Lessons are engaging and fun but also place focus on what students are learning. L1 Life of the Buddha L2 Four noble truths L3 Eightfold path L4 Wheel of life L5 Five precepts and meditation
KS3 Sikhism bundle
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KS3 Sikhism bundle

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A Sikhism series of lessons for KS3 students. L1 Guru Nanak L2 Gurus L3 5Ks L4 Gurdwara L5 Khalsa and Vaisakhi A perfect series of lessons to teach students about Sikhism. Lessons include a variety of teaching and learning activities that are engaging and promote progress.
The Gurus - KS3 Sikhism
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The Gurus - KS3 Sikhism

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A KS3 Sikhism lesson teaching students about the Sikh Gurus. This lesson aims to describe key teachings of the Sikh Gurus, explain how the Gurus taught these and explain how a Sikh can apply these teachings. There is a running focus within this lesson of courage, trust and equality. Students are required to learn the definitions of these words through a dictionary task. The main task is a group work task where students read stories about the Gurus and complete a task.
Five Precepts and Meditation- KS3 Buddhism
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Five Precepts and Meditation- KS3 Buddhism

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A KS3 Buddhism lesson that teaches students about the 5 moral precepts and meditation. It starts with exploring what the precepts are and their positive/negative aspect. Students explain their understanding through the use of examples. The second part of the lesson teaches students about Buddhist meditation and its importance. There is an opportunity to participate in meditation. This lesson is great to engage students and is an example of active learning. Suitable for all abilities/dynamics - I have found this lesson work particularly well with lower ability, poor behaviour classes due to the focus on active learning. The scripts provided are standard meditation scripts, however can be adapted slightly.
Wheel of Life - KS3 Buddhism
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Wheel of Life - KS3 Buddhism

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A KS3 lesson teaching students Buddhist beliefs about the wheel of life, karma and rebirth. The lesson is visually appealing and promotes high levels of interest from students. The lesson aims to teach students what the wheel of life is and why it is important for Buddhists. This lesson is student led, with the main activity planned as a presentation from students. This lesson has been taught over one lesson, but can be taught over two depending on ability, behaviour and preparation time given for the main task. Students have the opportunity to be as creative as they like. Learning is checked throughout and there are lots of opportunities for questioning.
Eightfold Path - KS3 Buddhism
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Eightfold Path - KS3 Buddhism

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A KS3 Buddhism lesson teaching students about the eightfold path. The lesson aims to teach students about the eightfold path, its importance and how Buddhist follow the path to enlightenment. The lesson links nicely to previous learning about the four noble truths. Activities include match up, literacy and involve students applying their learning to life scenarios. There are lots of opportunities for questioning/feedback at various points.
Four Noble Truths - KS3 Buddhism
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Four Noble Truths - KS3 Buddhism

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A KS3 Buddhism lesson teaching students about the four noble truths. The lesson aims to teach students about the four noble truths and their importance. This lesson has a variety of activites and is fast paced. It suits all abilities, for lower abilities/poor behaviour students I have taught this over two lesson. The lesson offers lots of opportunities for students to be involved. A good mixture of AO1 and AO2 learning.
Life of the Buddha - KS3 Buddhism
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Life of the Buddha - KS3 Buddhism

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A KS3 lesson teaching students about the life of the Buddha. It is perfect the start a unit of work on Buddhism or as part of a religious founders unit of work. The lesson includes a variety of activities and focuses on checking learning at various points in the lesson through in depth questioning. The first activity uses the Animated World Faiths clip (any alternative clip can be used). The final activity offers students a choice of two tasks, that can be selected based on their ability/behaviour/learning style/etc. The lesson is engaging and fun for students.
The Ummah - Muslim Community (KS3 Islam lesson)
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The Ummah - Muslim Community (KS3 Islam lesson)

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KS3 lesson about the Muslim community (Ummah). This lesson aims to teach students what the Ummah is, its importance and how the Ummah links to commitment. The lesson includes a range of activities e.g. group work, paired work, literacy tasks and a homework task.