Both powerpoints are designed to cover all the main teachings, key words, sub-topics and typical exam questions relating to AQA 9-1 Religious Studies Spec A. The word document is designed to accompany the ppt slides. This is intended to provide a ‘safety net’ for all students but particularly those who may be struggling and just want to be clear on what the main learning actually involves. It is assumed that these activities are ‘cemented’ by other activities, especially useful diverges to enhance interest and learning. For euthanasia I have attempted to find interesting real life examples such as Tony Bland and Diane Pretty with the intention that students begin to engage with the feelings of how crucial the issue is to their future lives and the lives of others. There are extension tasks that could also work as homework task to ensure content is covered if there isn’t time for a separate lesson. Homework is also provided to examine the case of Terry Pratchett and how he considered the merits of euthanasia but went on to achieve more with his life and die naturally. The latter is a really good example of a real case example of how decisions about euthanasia could lead to unforeseen and tragic consequences. There are extension tasks that could also work as homework task to ensure content is covered if there isn’t time for a separate lesson. Specifically for abortion homework is also provided for comparing Christian teachings and examining the case of Savita Halappanavar.

A ppt lesson resources plus a word doc for students to take notes and make best use of time

A ppt intended to manage the difficult topic of Holy Communion in RC, Orthodox, Anglican and Non-Conformist traditions. There is also a note-taking resource to help with students make faster progress.

New AQA Religious Studies 9-1 GCSE lesson Sexual Relationships Before & Outside of Marriage. Powerpoint and word doc to fully support students in accessing this topic. Suitable for all abilities. Homework included.

The resources included are a ppt and a word doc. The ppt presents a variety of information, stimulus questions for discussion, multiple examples of terrorist attacks, key words / terms for the topic, Christian and Muslim teachings and exam practice questions to ensure students are able to practise grades 7-9 evaluation. The word doc fully supports all students in making notes and keeping all their learning organized.

Eight knowledge organisers for the eight topics of the course. All reduced to two ppt slides

A lesson aiming to teach key facts about the Qu'ran, how it was revealed and how it is important for guidance in Islam. There are plenty of clips and a diversion into issues associated with the burkha leading to a final 12 mark question clearly linked to the exam board marking guidance. The students are fully supported with their own lesson template for making quick and well-organized notes.

The aim of this lesson is to explain and evaluate the reasons why wars are fought and how Christianity and Islam responds to these reasons. The ppt provides extensive information to support learning. There is a specific reference to Darfur as the example for how a real war can start. The ppt also summarises key words and religious teachings from the AQA textbook. Further to this there is a word doc which supports all abilities access the lesson and save time.

The powerpoint is designed to cover all the main teachings, key words, sub-topics and typical exam questions relating to AQA 9-1 Religious Studies Spec A. The word document is designed to accompany the ppt slides. This is intended to provide a ‘safety net’ for all students but particularly those who may be struggling and just want to be clear on what the main learning actually involves. It is assumed that these activities are ‘cemented’ by other activities, especially useful diverges to enhance interest and learning. I have attempted to find interesting real life examples such as Ian McCormack and challenges to life after death such reincarnation, science, PVS and the untrustworthy accounts of mediums. The intention is that students will begin to engage with the topic and enjoy some meaningful debate and exploration into the topic. There are two homework templates that ensure the key information from the exam board is covered while the debates and investigation is managed in the lesson.

A powerpoint which quickly and simply teaches the eight conditions for Just War. This includes debate (a clip) focusing on whether Christians should be pacifists. The lesson progresses on to four case studies for the students to evaluate as 'just wars': Vietnam, The Falklands, WWII and the First Gulf War. The lesson is completed with a 12 mark questions that requires a little bit of thought and reflection. References to scripture and key words are also included.

The powerpoint is designed to cover all the main teachings, key words, sub-topics and typical exam questions relating to AQA 9-1 Religious Studies Spec A. The word document is designed to accompany the ppt slides. This is intended to provide a ‘safety net’ for all students but particularly those who may be struggling and just want to be clear on what the main learning actually involves. It is assumed that these activities are ‘cemented’ by other activities, especially useful diverges to enhance interest and learning. I have attempted to find inspiring examples of pollution with the intention that students begin to engage with the feelings of how crucial the issue is to their future lives and the lives of others. There are extension tasks that could also work as homework task to ensure content is covered if there isn’t time for a separate lesson.

Two documents which introduce the topic on Peace & Conflict in the new AQA syllabus. The powerpoint and word doc both make this an 'off the shelf resource' requiring much reduced preparation. There are lots of activities that can be used or discarded as this is potentially a long lesson! The word document provides support for students of all abilities and saves time for the students by avoiding issues around books, writing titles, etc

AQA 9-1 GCSE Religious Studies Spec A The Five Pillars Ten Obligatory Acts & Shahadah. A powerpoint doc which provides various activities linked to the teachings, key words and learning in the AQA textbook. The lesson includes a word doc acting as a lesson template to provide a complete 'off the shelf' resource easily accessed by students of all abilities.

The powerpoint is designed to cover all the main teachings, key words, sub-topics and typical exam questions relating to AQA 9-1 Religious Studies Spec A. The word document is designed to accompany the ppt slides. This is intended to provide a ‘safety net’ for all students but particularly those who may be struggling and just want to be clear on what the main learning actually involves. It is assumed that these activities are ‘cemented’ by other activities, especially useful diverges to enhance interest and learning. This lesson was particularly difficult to resource without going too heavily into creationism or science. However, the implication is that these issues will have to be referred to at some point. There is also a homework task to ensure the Muslim beliefs about creation are covered if there isn’t time for a separate lesson. The key concepts are covered in the lesson so the homework should be accessible to all.

The powerpoints are designed to cover all the main teachings, key words, sub-topics and typical exam questions relating to AQA 9-1 Religious Studies Spec A. The word documents are designed to accompany the ppt slides. This is intended to provide a ‘safety net’ for all students but particularly those who may be struggling and just want to be clear on what the main learning actually involves. It is assumed that these activities are ‘cemented’ by other activities, especially useful diverges to enhance interest and learning. These lesson were particularly difficult to resource without going too heavily into creationism or science. However, the implication is that these issues will have to be referred to at some point. There are also two homework tasks. The first is to ensure the Muslim beliefs about creation are covered if there isn’t time for a separate lesson. The second homework is research into IFEES and the 2030 Agenda for sustainable Development. The key concepts are covered in the lesson so the homework should be accessible to all.

AQA Religious Studies 9-1 GCSE Spec A Salah Daily Prayers 1 lesson resources. Two documents: powerpoint and word doc. The word doc acts as a template to follow the ppt and provides as 'off the shelf' resource requiring no further preparation. The lesson is faith faithful to the AQA spec and relates closely to the teachings, vocab and required learning outlined in the exam board textbook.

Tried and tested resources which can be adapted from KS4 to Y9 or lower. The lessons are accompanied by templates which engage students much more than a blank page!