16-page Revision Guide for Islam: Beliefs and Teachings. Includes a review page with sample assessment questions (from Eduqas specification)
Guide covers:
1. Six Articles of Faith in Sunni Islam
2. Five Roots of Religion (Usal ad-Din) in Shi’a Islam
3. Nature of God
Oneness
99 Names of Allah
Revelation
Fitrah
Taqwa
Hanifs
4. The Prophets
Adam
Ibrahim
Musa
Dawud
Isa
Mohammad
5. Islamic Holy Books
6. Afterlife/Akhirah
Judgement
Heaven
Hell
7. Al-Qadr
God’s Divine Plan
Free Will
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours). Lesson includes:
- Who is it: prejudice starter (draws out ideas about P&D)
- Alternative starter: What are we looking at today (video)
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Definition task
- TPS
- Q&A Reseach task
- Parable of Good Samaritan video and activity
- Exam practise with exam technique
- Choice of social experiments for plenary (please watch before showing to pupils to determine which is suitable for your class)
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1 1/2 hours) and explores God and the Shekhinah (divine presence), to support the new GCSE specifications on the Study of Judaism. Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- G-d information
- Research activity
- Torah card match activity
- Exam practise with exam technique
- Exam feedback (peer assessment)
- Plenary: Group Quiz
- Full PPT
- Lesson Plan
- Optional Media Clip
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1 1/2 hours) and explores the sanctity of life (principle of pikuach nefesh) and the mitzvot, to support the new GCSE specifications on the Study of Judaism. Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Definition activity
- Comic activity
- Video Activity
- Exam practise with exam technique
- Exam feedback (peer assessment)
- Plenary: Give me 5
- Full PPT
- Lesson Plan
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
This learning mat was created to support learners of the Study of Theme C: Existence of God and Revelation - the whole unit on one A3 sheet (Word document) or A4 sheet (PDF document)
Topics covered:
Ideas about God
Characteristics of God
Arguments for the existence of God, including:
* First Cause
* Design
* Miracles
Arguments against the existence of God, including:
* Problem of evil and suffering
* Science
Revelation - general and special
Enlightenment
Created with the AQA RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications.
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Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1.5 hours) as part of Christian Beliefs and Teachings units. Two different types of lessons included in resource, depending on your class. Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Definition Task
- Worksheet
- Travel Guide (creative activity)
- Group research
- Group presentations
- Plenary
- Differentiation (where necessary)
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1.5 hours) as part of the Christian Practices Unit.
Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Video Task (and optional video - group/set dependent)
- Information Extraction
- Worksheet
-Application Task
- Exam Practise
- Plenary
- Differentiation (where necessary)
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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 resource is a series of three instructional videos (and their accompanying PowerPoints) to cover exam technique in GCSE Religious Studies - AQA specification.
The videos are ideal for home/remote learning - or just as a reminder before sitting formal exams and assessments. In addition, the PowerPoints are also included for classroom practice and for individual teachers to create their own exam technique videos.
There are three videos:
Q1 and Q2 (1-mark and 2-mark questions) - lasting <5 mins
Q3 and Q4 (4-mark and 5-mark questions) - lasting > 10 mins
Q5 (12-mark questions) - lasting >10 mins
Each video explores:
What to expect from each question
Wording of the question
Marks available
How to achieve the marks
Sample questions
Sample answers
Exam practise
Scaffolding is included in the videos/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!
This learning mat was created to support learners of the Study of Theme D: Religion, Peace & Conflict - the whole unit on one A3 sheet (Word document) or A4 sheet (PDF document)
Topics covered:
Justice
Forgiveness and Reconciliation
Violence and Violent Protest
Terrorism
War
Just War and Holy War
Victims of War
WMDs
Peace and Pacifism
Created with the AQA RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours). Lesson includes:
- What are we looking at today? Video-starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Definition task
- Card sort activity (2)
- Fact sheet with tasks
- Exam practise, including some exam technique hints, peer-feedback
- 4,3,2,1 debate plenary
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours). Lesson includes:
- Video Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Stereotypes today - video
- Social networking research activity
- Team quiz (as this lesson was created to be the last in the unit of 'Relationships')
- Christian value reflection
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Categories
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours). Lesson includes:
- Reflection starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Where does morality come from? (TPS)
- Definition task
- Video and question activity (from Christian and Humanist perspectives)
- Worksheet and tasks
- Exam practise, including some exam technique hints
- Plenary
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours). Lesson includes:
- Reflection starter: what are we looking at (video)
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Definition task
- Video and question activity
- Worksheet and tasks
- Exam practise, including some exam technique hints
- 3, 2, 1 plenary
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours). Lesson includes:
- Reflection starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Video (take notes)
- Group work: presentation (using laptops for research)
- Peer presentations (and review)
- Exam practise, with exam technique
- Peer review
- Reflection plenary
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours). Lesson includes:
- 4 pics, 1 word starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Wants vs Needs
- Opinion (diamond nine) activity
- Value of a life
- Parables / Christian teachings about wealth
- Exam practise with exam technique
- Slogans plenary
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 2 hours) and explores Christian Aid, the Salvation Army and CARJ as organisations who work against injustice. Lesson includes:
- Mixed up key words
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Lucky Dip
- Group reserach / presentations (material provided if laptops/computers are unavailable)
- Peer presentations (and knowledge grid to fill out)
- Exam practise with exam technique
- 2 stars and a wish: self-reflection
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1 1/2 hours) and explores beliefs and teachings about death and the afterlife, to support the new GCSE specifications on the Study of Judaism. Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Definition activity
- Video Activity
- Comic activity
- Exam practise with exam technique
- Exam feedback (peer assessment)
- Plenary: Hot Seat
- Full PPT
- Lesson Plan
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1 1/2 hours) and explores Jewish Practices: Kosher Food Laws.
- Starter - Sentence Challenge
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Matching Pairs
- Worksheet
- The Torah and Food Laws
- Exam practise with exam technique
- Exam feedback (peer assessment)
- Plenary: Post-its
- Full PPT
- Lesson Plan
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1.5 hours) as part of Christian Beliefs and Teachings units. Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Key Word Match
- Video/Media activity
- Worksheet
- Leaflet
- Plenary
- Differentiation (where necessary)
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1.5 hours) as part of the Christian Practices Unit. Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Definition Task
- VideoTask
- Information Hunt
-Application Task
- Plenary
- Differentiation (where necessary)
Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource.
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!