These analysis mind maps sumarise each topic by page for the whole unit of Religion and Ethics (AS and A2 years). Each map is downloaded as both a Word document and a PDF, for compatibility. The maps specifically follow the requirements of the OCR A Level Religious Studies Spec, but due to similarities across specifications they are relevant for other exam boards. They can also be edited easily for other specifications. They explore appropriate AO1 (knowledge and understanding) followed by AO2 (analysis and evaluation) of that specific point. I encourage my own students to add another layer to the map, evaluating the analysis, to develop their AO2. This could continue on indefinitely or end each ‘arm’ with a personal judgement. I also like to cut up the maps and ask the student to re-construct them. This aids in their revision skills and supports their logical structuring of arguments. Maps included: Natural Law Situation Ethics Kantian Ethics Utilitarianism Euthanasia Business Ethics Meta-Ethics Conscience Sexial Ethics 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!

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Islam: Beliefs and Teachings, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: Sunni/Shi’a Key Vocabulary Nature of Allah Prophets Holy Books Angels Al-Qadr Afterlife Judgement Day The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A to constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Islam: Practices, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: *Five Pillars Ten Obligatory Acts Festivals The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A to videos and constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

RS KS4 GCSE revision scheme of learning intended to provide a holistic coverage of the course and prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 8 sessions/lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 30-45 minutes long, to optimise memory retention. Lessons revise the following topics and exam technique: Christianity Islam Parables Using Quotes Using Point, Evidence, Explain Analysis and Evaluation Humanism and Non-Religious Views Walk-Through Mock The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A, video and constructive tasks and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from Paper 1 and Paper 2. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning - it is an excellent and quick way to revise the entire content to the course in 8 bite-sized sessions. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

Arguments from Reason (The Ontological Argument) - full unit of lessons and resources for KS5 / A Level. Designed for the OCR A Level but easily applicable to other specifications. Unit includes: Introduction to the Ontological Argument Embedding the Ontological Argument, including Gaunilo Descartes and Kant A priori versus a posteriori arguments Each lesson comes with specification-relevant knowledge (AO1), questions to develop understanding (AO1), questions to develop analysis and evaluation (AO2). The unit ends with an essay-style question with suitable modelling and a proposed structure. 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!

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Christianity: Practices, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: Worship Sacraments Pilgrimage Role of the Church Evangelism Persecution Reconciliation Charity The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A, video and constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning - it is an excellent and quick way to revise the entire content to Christian Practices over three sessions. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for

RS KS4 GCSE revision mini-scheme of learning for Christianity: Beliefs and Teachings, intended to prepare learners for their GCSE examination with AQA. Exam-style tasks however can be easily altered to suit alternative specifications. 3 lessons in the unit. Each lesson is intended to last approximately 60-90 mins. Lessons revise the following topics: Nature of God (over 2 lessons) Creation Problem of Evil and Suffering Incarnation and Crucifixion Resurrection and Salvation Judgement, Sin and Resurrection Afterlife, Heaven and Hell Salvation and Grace Christian Practices The lessons include a variety of tasks, from Q&A, video and constructive tasks, to creative work and exam-style questions with feedback, model answers and assessment. Learning is linked to prior learning from the Themes section of the course, identifying where the cross-over of content comes from. This is part of an interleaved approach to learning. Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of 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 is a unit of 3 two-hour lessons for the OCR unit on Philosophy of Religion: Soul, Mind and Body. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. Also included is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mat for this topic. Lessons are: Plato and Aristotle on Soul Descartes’ Substance Dualism Materialism Learning Mat on Soul, Mind and Body Each lesson also includes assessment of the arguments proposed and an essay-style question for discussion and development. Free 30-page workbook with this unit! 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 students’ Philosophy education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This resource is unit of work on the Holocaust (of WWII), updated for September 2023, intended for KS3. The lessons and PowerPoints include a range of engaging, high-quality activities on the following lesson titles: Lessons include: Intro to the Holocaust Anti-Semitism Concentration Camps Anne Frank Survivors Anti-Semitism Today Scaffolding is included in the Powerpoint itself and also in the Work Pack to ensure maximum engagement and comprehension. Challenges (extension tasks) also exist throughout the unit to further enhance skills and understanding. There are a variety of knowledge, understanding and evaluation tasks throughout the unit, including video and debate activities that the students always love - year-on-year. 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 is a unit of 5 lessons for the OCR unit on Philosophy of Religion: Ancient Philosophical Beliefs. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. Also included is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mats for this topic. Lessons are: Introduction and Background Plato’s Reality Aristotle’s Causes Aristotle’s Prime Mover Comparing Plato and Aristotle Learning Mat / Revision Mat also included. Free Workbook also included 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 is a unit of 3 two-hour lessons for the OCR unit on Philosophy of Religion: Religious Language. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. Also included is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mat for this topic. Lessons are: The Apophatic Way / Via Negativa The Cataphatic Way / Via Positiva Tillich on Symbols This resource also includes a free summary booklet. Each lesson also includes assessment of the arguments proposed and an essay-style question for discussion and development. 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 students’ Philosophy education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

Due to the change in the way teaching will happen in September, I have revised the KS3 Evil and Suffering Unit to include no sharing of resources and PowerPoint-led learning through an engaging and well-designed Work Pack. This unit explores all of the nuanced and specialist learning by adopting socially distant teaching techniques. The PowerPoints aid a ‘plug in and play’ approach to teaching, as staff will be moving around a lot and will not be able to carry the normal resources needed for a lesson outside of a specialist curriculum area. In addition, the Powerpoint and the Work Pack now includes all resources that the students need to access an engaging, high-quality education, whilst effectively minimising risk to health due to the current situation. Lessons include: L1 - What is evil? L2 - Where do we learn morality? L3 - Case Study - Harold Shipman L4 - What is the problem of evil? L5 - Accounting for evil - the story of Job L6 - Has evil changed over time? Scaffolding is included in the Powerpoint itself and also in the Work Pack to ensure maximum engagement and comprehension. Challenges (extension tasks) also exist throughout the unit to further enhance skills and understanding. There are a variety of knowledge, understanding and evaluation tasks throughout the unit, including video and debate activities that the students always love - year-on-year. 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 unit of work on Ancient Beliefs, intended as an introduction to mythical thought and religion for KS3. The lessons and PowerPoints include a range of engaging, high-quality activities on the following lesson titles: Lessons include: L1 - Why Study Ethics/RS? / Intro to Ancient Beliefs L2 - Creation Myths L3 - Greek Myths 1 L4 - Greek Myths 2 L5 - Philosophy 1 (Who Am I?) L6 - Philosophy 2 (Would I live a life without pain?) Scaffolding is included in the Powerpoint itself and also in the Work Pack to ensure maximum engagement and comprehension. Challenges (extension tasks) also exist throughout the unit to further enhance skills and understanding. There are a variety of knowledge, understanding and evaluation tasks throughout the unit, including video and debate activities that the students always love - year-on-year. The resources are in a document called a ‘Work Pack’ which can either be used in place of exercise books, or specific activities can be printed out and used in conjunction with exercise books, depending on your teaching-style. 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!

Due to the change in the way teaching will happen in September, I have revised the Themes: Crime and Punishment (AQA - though applicable across specifications) unit to include no sharing of resources and PowerPoint-led learning through an engaging and well-designed Work Pack. This unit explores all of the nuanced and specialist learning by adopting socially distant teaching techniques. The PowerPoints aid a ‘plug in and play’ approach to teaching, as staff will be moving around a lot and will not be able to carry the normal resources needed for a lesson outside of a specialist curriculum area. In addition, the Powerpoint and the Work Pack now includes all resources that the students need to access an engaging, high-quality education, whilst effectively minimising risk to health due to the current situation. Lessons include: L1 Crime and Punishment, Aims of Punishment, Prisons, Community Service L2 Corporal and Capital Punishment L3 Suffering and Forgiveness; Exam Practise Comprehensive Work Pack also included with a variety of activities. Scaffolding is included in the Powerpoint itself and also in the Work Pack to ensure maximum engagement and comprehension. Challenges (extension tasks) also exist throughout the unit to further enhance skills and understanding. There are a variety of knowledge, understanding and evaluation tasks throughout the unit, including video and debate activities that the students always love - year-on-year. 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 is a unit of 5 lessons for the OCR unit on Developments in Christian Thought: Death and the Afterlife. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. Also included is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mats for this topic. In addition, included for free is the Workbook for home-study and revision! Lessons are: Intro and Parable of the Sheep and the Goats Heaven Hell Purgatory Election 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 is a unit of 3 one-to-two-hour lessons for the OCR unit on Philosophy of Religion: Arguments (for the existence of God) based on observation, though could be applied across specifications. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. FREE with this unit is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mat for this topic, and the Word/PDF Workbooks. Lessons are: Teleological Argument Cosmological Argument Challenging the Arguments Each lesson also includes assessment of the arguments proposed and an essay-style question for discussion and development. 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 students’ Philosophy education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a unit of 3 one-to-two-hour lessons for the OCR unit on Philosophy of Religion: The Problem of Evil, though could be applied across specifications. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. FREE with this unit is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mat for this topic, and the Word/PDF Workbooks. Lessons are: Presentations of the problem of evil Augustine’s Theodicy Irenaeaus and Hick Each lesson also includes assessment of the arguments proposed and an essay-style question for discussion and development. 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 students’ Philosophy education in general - which is what we’re all here for!