Includes:
- What do Humanists believe?
- Humanist Attitudes to Human Rights
- Humanist Attitudes to Social Justice
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 1.5 hours) as part of a unit of work called ‘The Existence of God and Revelation’ for the AQA spec at KS4. This lesson is called ‘Enlightenment as a Source of Knowledge’ and is L5 in the unit. This lesson can be taught as a stand alone lesson or as part of the unit. Lesson explores religious views from Christian and Muslim perspectives.
Lesson includes:
Homework
Starter
3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
Construct (Main tasks)
Apply tasks (Exam practice and technique)
Review
Plenary
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Resource to cover the basics of all 7 sacraments and baptism and the Eucharist in greater depth, according to the new specification for WJEC/Eduqas. Includes the importance of the sacraments, different views regarding the sacraments and symbolism included in the sacraments.
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!
Includes:
• Forms of Worship
• Liturgical Worship
• Informal Worship
• Individual Worship
• Church of England
• Roman Catholic
• Evangelical Worship
• The Quakers
• The Nature and Importance of Prayer
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!
Publisher documents (PDF also included) to cover Judaism: Practices: Synagogue- ideal for independent study or revision/exam practise.
Includes:
- Items worn for worship in a Synagogue
- Purpose of a Synagogue
- Merseyside Jewish Community Care
- Problems facing Synagogues today
- Features of a Synagogue
- A- D Exam Questions
Included is one set of A - D questions per exam booklet, with exam hints and technique. These booklets are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. All exams questions relate to the content discussed and give pupils a chance to practise their answering of exam questions and their exam technique.
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 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.
Lesson intended as a double lesson (roughly 1 1/2 hours) and explores Jewish Practices: Rituals, including, Bar and Bat Mitzvah/Brit Milah/Weddings/Funerals/Shiva, to support the new GCSE specifications on the Study of Judaism. Lesson includes:
- Starter
- 3D learning objectives and differentiated outcomes
- Fill in the blank
- Research task
- Exam question planning
- Exam practise with exam technique
- Exam feedback (peer assessment)
- Plenary: Tell Everyone!
- 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 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.
Whole lesson (approx 1 1/2 hour) on relationships and domestic abuse (as fuelled by drug abuse), aimed at KS4. PPT and resources encourage a safe and open learning environment for which to learn about Drugs Education. Instructions and guidance for teachers is embedded into the PPT and the resources. Lesson comes with a Fact Guide, to support teachers in effective and purposeful delivery of Drugs Education.
Lesson includes:
1. Starter
2. Date/Title/Objective and Outcomes
3. Ground Rules
4. TPS / Discussion
5. Video Activity
6. Scenarios
7. Help and Advice
8. Domestic Violence and the Law Quiz
9. Choice of two plenaries
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Enthuse and motivate yourself or others with these Time Capsule templates!
What do you want to achieve? How will you achieve it? Write now and seal later - the final reveal can be a real tear-jerker! Please see images for a pupil-written sample!
Editable Word document and PDF (for compatibility) included.
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13 pages and 78 individual clue cards for the game 'What Am I'?!
The game features three hints and pupils need to work in teams to write down the correct word. Great for getting to know the key terminology associated with the religion. Great, competitive game for your pupils!
Instructions are included in the download pack. Any other questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch!
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!
Knowledge organiser for revision and information for the Theme of Religion, Crime and Punishment, as part of the GCSE AQA syllabus. It includes key information; case studies and examples; Christian teachings; Muslim teachings; exam requirements and technique and key vocabulary.
It can be used for independent revision, to aid a structured revision timetable and in lessons. My own students have these glued in their books and are encouraged to refer to them during our learning. At the end of the unit, students are asked to go over the statements and highlight (RAG) their knowledge and understanding of the topics, thereby revealing key areas for revision.
Download as an A3 Word document as as an A4 PDF.
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Part of the PSHE Unit entitled: Criminal Justice. This is Lesson 3 - 'The Effects and Consequences of Crime'
Lesson explores crime and is aimed at KS4. Lesson includes:
- Review of prior learning
- Objectives and Outcomes
- True/False Activity
- Media Clips and Mind Mapping
- Think Pair Share
- News Report
- Link the Words and Reflection
Create Education provides creative, exciting and inspiring ready-to-teach PSHE resources for all classrooms. Our highly-rated, relevant and incredibly thorough lessons include everything you need to deliver effective and informative PSHE education for your learners.
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!
**Philosophy of Religion: Religious Experience
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This is a brand new unit (2022) of work on Religious Experience as arguments for the existence of God.
Each lesson is intended to last between 60-90 minutes and is for the OCR unit on Philosophy of Religion: Religious Experience, though could be applied across specifications. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam.
This unit of work is specifically designed to promote the two skills desired for success at A Level:
AO1 (Knowledge and Understanding)
AO2 (Analysis and Evaluation)
FREE with this unit is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mat for this topic, (available to purchase separately) and the Word/PDF Workbook.
Lessons are:
Introduction
William James and Mystical Experiences
Conversion Experiences
Psychological Causes
Physiological Causes
Corporate Experiences
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 resource is for revision and exam preparation. It is based on the topic-by-page programme I do with my students.
Each topic comes with knowledge (AO1), questions to develop understanding (AO1), questions to develop analysis and evaluation (AO2) and an essay-style question.
This resource is indented for the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications using alternative marking schemes.
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Whole unit on a page!
This is a learning mat indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Developments in Christianity: Gender (in Theology and Society), as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Document can be downloaded as an A3 Word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility.
Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications.
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Whole unit on a page!
This is a learning mat indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Developments in Christianity: Christian Moral Principles, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Document can be downloaded as an A3 Word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility.
Resource Includes:
Approaches to Morality
Bible as a source of ethics
Love as the only ethical principle
Christian virtue ethics
Authority of the Church
Authority of the Bible
Authority of Reason
Whether Christian ethics are distinctive, communal and/or personal
Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level 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!
Resource includes information sheets for five of the main Jewish festivals needed for the new Eduqas WJEC specification for GCSE Religious Studies
1. Rosh Hashanah
2. Yom Kippur
3. Sukkot
4. Passover
5. Shabbat
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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WJEC Paper 1: Religion and Life Issues: Is it Fair?
Whole unit on one page. Easy and accessible resource.
Original word document included in the event that your computer has difficulties opening the image file!