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Resources for Religious Studies, Sociology, Philosophy, Ethics and Humanities. We specialise in making whole units and courses for ultimate convenience and time-saving. We always aim to make the best resource for a given topic: our goal is perfection and our resources have helped educate 1 million+ students! In order to encourage ratings and reviews, if you buy any of our products, are happy with your purchase, and leave a 5* rating for it: just email us and we'll send you a free bonus gift!
Functionalism & Social Stratification L2/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] [Davis & Moore]
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Functionalism & Social Stratification L2/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] [Davis & Moore]

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 2 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Social Stratification’ section. This lesson focuses on the topic of ‘Functionalism & Social stratification’ and focusses on the work of Davis & Moore. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson -Homework All lessons are designed around the new GCSE specification but are certainly useful for any GCSE Sociology specification. We take considerable time making the highest quality lessons, positive reviews are greatly appreciated (and rewarded, just email us!)
The Problem of Evil [GCSE RS - Existence of God & Revelation - L6/10] - Theme C
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The Problem of Evil [GCSE RS - Existence of God & Revelation - L6/10] - Theme C

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This fully resourced lesson is about The Problem of Evil and philosophical arguments that defend the existence of God in the face of apparent evil in the world. It has been professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Existence of God & Revelation' theme (Theme C). It is lesson 6/10 of our downloadable unit for this GCSE RS Thematic Study and focuses on Christian views. The lesson features starters, learning objectives, key-words, key-information, a colour double-sided A3 worksheet, AfL tasks, discussion and debate tasks and homework. This download includes: -A full lesson PowerPoint -A double-sided colour A3 worksheet -A detailed lesson plan -AfL tasks & homework The lesson is centered around a double-sided colour A3 worksheet. All necessary resources to run the lesson are included in this download. Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) Printing (for the worksheet) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
Understanding the GCSE Sociology Course - Introduction Unit L7/12 - GCSE Sociology
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Understanding the GCSE Sociology Course - Introduction Unit L7/12 - GCSE Sociology

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This is one of twelve lessons comprising the ‘Introduction Unit’ for the new GCSE Sociology specifications (suitable for AQA, & WJEC/EDUQAS). Save over 50% by getting the 12 lesson pack! This is the seventh lesson of the unit, it aims to provide students with a clear outline of the course, the main sections of the course, and the required learning. This download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PPT (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson -An A3 Worksheet (double-sided) -A knowledge hunt file -Homework All lessons are professionally designed around the new GCSE specification, certainly useful for any GCSE specification however. We take considerable time making the highest quality lessons, positive reviews are greatly appreciated. Feel free to contact us if you need additional resources creating: godwin86@gmail.com
The Design Argument & First Cause Argument [GCSE RS - Existence of God & Revelation - L3/10] Theme C
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The Design Argument & First Cause Argument [GCSE RS - Existence of God & Revelation - L3/10] Theme C

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This lesson is about The Design Argument and The First Cause Argument, as well as their strengths and weaknesses. It has been professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the ‘Existence of God & Revelation’ theme (Theme C). It is lesson 3/10 of our downloadable unit for this GCSE RS Thematic Study and focuses on Christian views. The lesson features starters, learning objectives, key-words, key-information, a colour double-sided A3 worksheet, AfL tasks, discussion and debate tasks and homework. It can probably be stretched into two lessons or condensed, for advanced learners, into one. This download includes: -A full lesson PowerPoint -A knowledge hunt activity file (to be printed and put around the room) -A double-sided colour A3 worksheet -A detailed lesson plan -AfL tasks & homework The lesson is centered around a double-sided colour A3 worksheet and a knowledge hunt activity. All necessary resources to run the lesson are included in this download. Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) Printing 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
Sociological Research Methods - ICT Suite Presentation - Unit Overview  (GCSE Sociology L10/10)
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Sociological Research Methods - ICT Suite Presentation - Unit Overview (GCSE Sociology L10/10)

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This is the final lesson in the series, it asks students to create and present on issues they select from an A4 worksheet. It also includes an integrated peer-assessment process for the end of the lesson. It is a great lesson for testing learning from the unit or using as a revision/unit overview session. This is one of ten lessons comprising the ‘Research Methods’ unit for the new GCSE Sociology specifications (designed for AQA but useful to WJEC/EDUQAS). Save over 50% by getting the 10 lesson pack! This download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PPT Show (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (.ppsm & .ppsx formats) -An A4 Worksheet (double-sided) -A Homework worksheet (practice exam question) This is designed as an ICT Suite lesson and students will need access to computers in order to make their presentations: in theory they can make paper-based presentations. All lessons are professionally designed and we take considerable time making resources to the highest possible standard, positive reviews are greatly appreciated. Feel free to contact us if you need additional resources creating or have any questions: godwin86@gmail.com PS: AQA Sociology GCSE Teachers’ Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1786443641643898/ Check out our great website to help you find out other GCSE Sociology resources: http://ks4sociology.wordpress.com PLEASE NOTE: Minimum system requirements: 512MB RAM, 1.5ghz processor. Microsoft Office.
Advantages & Disadvantages of Each Sociological Research Method (GCSE Sociology L4/10)
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Advantages & Disadvantages of Each Sociological Research Method (GCSE Sociology L4/10)

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This complete lesson focuses on the strengths and weaknesses of each of the sociological research methods (questionnaires, interviews, observation etc). In includes an A3 worksheet and a detailed knowledge hunt: it was made for a 1-hr period but could easily cover a double-period. This is the fourth of ten lessons comprising our 'Research Methods' Unit for the new GCSE Sociology specifications (designed for AQA but useful to WJEC/EDUQAS). Save over 50% by getting the 10 lesson pack! This download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PPT Show (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (.ppsm & .ppsx formats) -An A3 Worksheet -A colorful and comprehensive 20-page knowledge hunt (about the strengths and weaknesses of each research method) -A Homework worksheet (practice exam question) We take considerable time making our resources to the highest possible standard, positive reviews are greatly appreciated. Feel free to contact us if you need additional resources creating or have any questions: godwin86@gmail.com PS: AQA Sociology GCSE Teachers' Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1786443641643898/ Check out our great website to help you find out other GCSE Sociology resources: http://ks4sociology.wordpress.com PLEASE NOTE: Minimum system requirements: 512MB RAM, 1.5ghz processor. Microsoft Office.
Introduction Unit - GCSE Sociology (12 Lessons!)
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Introduction Unit - GCSE Sociology (12 Lessons!)

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This 12-lesson unit is designed for the new GCSE Sociology specifications (suitable for both AQA and EDUQAS/WJEC) All of the lessons have been professionally designed for the new specification, the unit is structured as follows: Lesson 1 - Introducing Sociology Lesson 2 - The Central Debates of Sociology Lesson 3 - Socialisation, Norms & Values Lesson 4 - The Four Main Sociological Views Lesson 5 - Functionalism Lesson 6 - Conflict Theories: Marxism and Feminism Lesson 7 - Understanding the GCSE Sociology Course Lesson 8 - Course Overview Lesson 9 - Assessment Preparation Lesson 10 - Assessment Lesson Lesson 11 - I.C.T. Suite Lesson Lesson 12 - Documentary Learning Lesson This download is fully resourced, comprehensive and complete: it is everything you need to complete the introductory unit of the GCSE Sociology course. PLEASE NOTE: Minimum system requirements: 512MB RAM, 1.5ghz processor. Microsoft Office. . Check-out some of our most popular resources on TES! GCSE Religious Studies Buddhism (20 Lesson Unit) Buddhism (Thematic Studies Units) Christianity (Thematic Studies Units) Hinduism (20 Lesson Unit) Hinduism (Thematic Studies Units) Islam (Thematic Studies Units) . .    GCSE Sociology Resources Complete Units (Whole Course) .  AS/A2 Revision Sessions OCR Religious Studies AQA Philosophy AQA Sociology .  Philosophy for Children (P4C) The Ultimate P4C Resource Pack The Debating Society Toolkit Philosophy Boxes . Other Tools A3 DIRT Worksheet (15+ 5-star ratings!) KS3 RE Units Copyright Adam Godwin (2018)
GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 20  [Funerals, Obon, Rituals/Rites, Death, Customs, Tibetan](J625/04)
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 20 [Funerals, Obon, Rituals/Rites, Death, Customs, Tibetan](J625/04)

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This is the twentieth in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students for the 'Beliefs, Teachings & Practices' section of the course [section A]. The complete series of GCSE Budhism lessons can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 The Download (comprising 3 files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double sided worksheet -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: Ceremonies and rituals associated with death and mourning: • In Theravada communities • In Tibet: Tibetan Book of the Dead • In Japan: Obon • The significance of death and death customs in Buddhism  • The influence of local culture on practices associated with Buddhist death and mourning rituals • The importance of death rituals for the person who has died and for their family • The meaning and significance of death rituals within the framework of Buddhist concepts including Kamma, rebirth and the six realms of existence • The events and significance of Obon • Death and the Buddha’s teaching about impermanence   Sources: • The Tibetan Book of the Dead • Dhammacakkappavattana sutta (Setting the Wheel of the Dhamma in motion) • Dhammapada 37 and 170–171 Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.
Complete KS5 Philosophy Resources for OCR Religious Studies [Over 200 files]
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Complete KS5 Philosophy Resources for OCR Religious Studies [Over 200 files]

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This resource pack is the sum total of three years teaching OCR Philosophy & Ethics, and contains all resources necessary for the teaching of the philosophy half of the course: assuming your focus is on Christianity. It contains over 200 files, covering both AS & A2. Most of the resources have been made myself and cannot be found elsewhere. For copyright reasons I have not included the videos, instead I have included a file listing the relevant YouTube videos referred to in some lessons. Most topics have complete printable notes, most have PPTS or associated lessons, and Worksheets: some of the resources are offered as ‘works in progress’. A large variety of assessment materials and feedback tools have been included. Certainly an excellent resource for new teachers of the subject, since this download contains everything I used whilst successfully teaching the subject myself. Given the hundreds of hours that have gone into creating these resources I am proud to sell them at the very reasonable introductory price of £9.99
GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 7 (OCR B) [Fourth Noble Truth, The Noble Eightfold Path, Maggas](J625/04)
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 7 (OCR B) [Fourth Noble Truth, The Noble Eightfold Path, Maggas](J625/04)

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This is the seventh in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students following the OCR B Full-Course Specification: for the 'Beliefs, Teachings & Practices' section of the course [section A]. You can download a scheme of work for this course here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/teaching-buddhism-at-gcse-scheme-of-work-sow-designed-for-ocr-b-r-s-j625-04-j625-09-11385138 The Download includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double-sided worksheet -A substantial 'Knowledge Hunt' file (which comprises the main learning activity) -Classical Sitar Music (SMSC) as background music for the knowledge hunt -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: The Fourth Noble Truth about the way to eliminate suffering (dukkah) [The Eightfold Path] • The elements of the Eightfold Path (magga) • The importance of the Eightfold Path for Buddhists • The grouping of the steps of the Eightfold Path for Buddhists • The elements of the Threefold Way for Buddhists, including ethics (sila), meditation (samadhi) and wisdom (panna) • The importance of the Threefold Way for Buddhists • Issues related to the Fourth Noble Truth, including the relationship between the different elements of the Eightfold Path and the Threefold Way • Common and divergent emphases placed on the ways to eliminate suffering by different different Buddhist groups, including different ways of putting the Eightfold path into practice in everyday life • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Buddhist groups. Sources: • Dhammacakkappavattana sutta (Setting the Wheel of the Dhamma in motion) • Magga-vibhanga Sutta (Samyutta Nikaya 45–8) • Dhamapada 111 Thank you for your download! Please download our other lessons as a part of this GCSE Buddhism course from our shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86
GCSE- Philosophy of Religion -Christianity & Humanism [4 Whole Units: 100+ Files!]
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GCSE- Philosophy of Religion -Christianity & Humanism [4 Whole Units: 100+ Files!]

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My complete teaching resources for the Philosophy of Religion component of GCSE Religious Studies: Christianity. The sum total of 3 years of teaching. Resources have been made by me, they cannot be found elsewhere: they are the result of thousands of hours of work. All files have been compressed into one zip file: I have uploaded a few PPT files separately so that you can use the preview feature to gauge the quality of the work before downloading. Featuring worksheets and powerpoints for topics: -Nature of Deity -Death & The Afterlife -Religion & Science -The Nature of Good & Evil Also covers some Humanist Views (though in much less detail compared to Christianity) Designed for OCR B but applicable to other exam specifications, including post 2016 specifications. Video files associated with lessons are not included for copyright reasons: but all can be found on YouTube, or replaced with ones of your choosing.
'Utilitarianism' (Ethics, Morality, Bentham, Mill) Revision Session for AS-Level OCR RS (New Spec)
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'Utilitarianism' (Ethics, Morality, Bentham, Mill) Revision Session for AS-Level OCR RS (New Spec)

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Designed for teachers using OCR Religious Studies AS/A2 specification (H173/H573) This revision session covers the ‘Utilitarianism’ section of the specification. The topic is a part of the ‘Religion and Ethics’ aspect of the AS course. This download is one of a series of revision sessions that use a variety of mind-mapping, discussion and debate tasks to cover a section of the specification. The revision sessions can be used in a number of ways: -As revision sessions during a revision period of term-time leading up to exams -Sandwiched between lessons as they are taught throughout the year as a way of solidifying and assessing learning -During extra-curricular time (KS5 Religious Studies Clubs) This revision session features: -A ‘grid of learning’ post-it task (to focus students on the day’s topic and refresh their memories of the basics) -A 'competitive mind-mapping task (which can be completed on the whiteboard or on A3 paper) -A silent debate task (with 6 x A3 silent debate worksheets in an editable .doc file) [nb. allowing group conversation, instead of silence, is also an effective approach] -Debates that ask students to move from one side of the room or the other and verbalise a defence of their position in response to a statement or rubric. -A concluding ‘One thing I am still uncertain about…’ post-it question. This session can be purchased individually or as part of various bundles depending on your needs. Please note: the cover picture depicts some of the activities that make up this revision session, the wording within those tasks is adapted to the topic specified above and may differ from the wording depicted. Contents and tasks may vary slightly between revision sessions. The cover photo is, however, a fair depiction of the contents of the lesson.
[The Philosophy Boxes Method] TEMPLATE for Creating your own 'Philosophy Boxes' lessons [P4C, P4K]
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[The Philosophy Boxes Method] TEMPLATE for Creating your own 'Philosophy Boxes' lessons [P4C, P4K]

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This download is for a customisable PowerPoint file that allows you to make your own ‘Philosophy Boxes’ lessons. Individual ‘Philosophy Boxes’ lessons are sold as PowerPoint Shows and cannot be edited. This download, however, allows you to customise the content to suit your own lessons. The format/method is copyrighted by the original author (Adam Godwin, 2017) so resources you create are strictly NOT for re-sale. The aim of Philosophy Boxes is to bring philosophy into every subject at every level: we believe that any subject becomes philosophy when students are asked the right questions and when they think about a topic hard enough and on the deepest (most fundamental) level. The Philosophy Boxes Method presents students with a set of ‘mystery boxes’, when a student selects one of the boxes they are presented with 1 of 21 discussion/debate activities [that use 1 of 8 different formats]. The presentation has integrated AfL so that teachers can test knowledge at any point in the lesson. There are 10 different AfL slides to choose from. The design is colourful, animated, fun and engaging: all activities require movement and teachers can decide whether students are expressing their ideas purely verbally or by using post-it notes. A complete selection of Philosophy Boxes lessons can be found here: https://www.tes.com/resources/search/?&q=philosophy+boxes+godwin86
GCSE Religious Studies: Ethics - Equality (4 Lessons)
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GCSE Religious Studies: Ethics - Equality (4 Lessons)

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Designed for OCR B Religious Studies, Ethics: ‘Equality’ 4 Lessons covering Christian Attitudes to: Women, Other Religions, Equality and Forgiveness & Reconciliation. Also includes a PPT explaining Humanism as a comparative view. A selection of resources are included, including homeworks.
Whole-School Spirituality Initiative (for SMSC) - Custom Posters & Display - Templates - Don't miss!
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Whole-School Spirituality Initiative (for SMSC) - Custom Posters & Display - Templates - Don't miss!

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Based on the OFSTED definition of ‘Spirituality’. Includes: 4 Customisable A3 Word Document Posters about spirituality (see cover image) - So that you can tailor designs to your school 1 A3 Template to allow you to create your own using the same theme 1 A3 Template to allow students to create their own (perhaps in a whole school competition) 28 Images/Mini-Posters/Displays relating to spirituality and motivational quotations. Requires a colour A3 printer The perfect way to boost your school’s SMSC ‘Spirituality’ provision and demonstrate to any visitors/inspectors that the spiritual aspect of education is present in your school.
Social Control (Heidensohn, Control Theory)  - Crime & Deviance L5/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192]
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Social Control (Heidensohn, Control Theory) - Crime & Deviance L5/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192]

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 5 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Crime & Deviance’ section; it refers to the ‘Social Control’ topic. The lesson is focused on Heidensohn’s feminist sociological views that use control theory to explain why women commit less crime than men: it asks “Are women subject to greater levels of social control than men?”. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (editable) -A double-sided A4 worksheet/information sheet -An 18 side knowledge-hunt: containing arguments for/against Heidensohn’s theory, and information about different means of social control. -Homework All lessons are designed around the new AQA specification, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.
The Future of Education - Sociology of Education L19/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192]
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The Future of Education - Sociology of Education L19/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192]

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Professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). It can now be purchased as a part of a complete 20 x lesson bundle. This is lesson 19 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Education’ section. This lesson discusses the future of education, how education has been impacted by technology, and how technology may impact education in the future. The download features a .zip file which includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson -A set of A3 groupwork worksheets -Homework All lessons are designed around the new GCSE specification, certainly useful for any GCSE specification however. We take considerable time making the highest quality lessons, positive reviews are greatly appreciated.
GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 10 [Ethics, Kamma, 6 Perfections (Paramitas),Metta, Karuna] New Specs
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 10 [Ethics, Kamma, 6 Perfections (Paramitas),Metta, Karuna] New Specs

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This is the tenth in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students for the 'Beliefs, Teachings & Practices' section of the course [section A]. It is suitable for all exam-boards. The complete series of GCSE Budhism lessons, as well as learning mats, PLCs and revision sessions can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 The Download includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double sided worksheet -A short video about The Six Perfections featuring a Dharma Talk by a Buddhist Monk -A music file for one of the discussion tasks. -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: Buddhist Ethics • The meanings of the following terms: Kamma/Karma and rebirth/rebecomming (punabbhava), Compassion (karuna), Loving kindness (metta/maitri), Six perfections/virtues (paramitas) • The role and significance of ethical principles in Buddhism, including the Six Perfections. • Issues related to ethical teachings, including the importance of balancing compassion with wisdom Sources: Karaniya Metta Sutta (Sutta Nipatta 1:8) Diamond Sutta 4 and 23 Thank you for your download! Please download our other lessons as a part of this GCSE Buddhism course from our shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86
GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 14  [Buddhist Meditation, Types of Meditation, Vipassana... ] FULL RESOURCES
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 14 [Buddhist Meditation, Types of Meditation, Vipassana... ] FULL RESOURCES

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This is the fourteenth in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students for the 'Beliefs, Teachings & Practices' section of the course [section A]. The complete series of GCSE Budhism lessons, as well as learning mats, PLCs and revision sessions can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 The Download (comprising 9 files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double sided A3 worksheet -Information for 'Knowledge Hunt' task associated with the worksheet (outlining different types of meditation) -Meditation Instruction Videos -A Homework Task The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: Forms of Meditation: • The form, focus and aim of the following types of meditation: • Samatha • Maitri or metta bhavana • Vipassana • Zazen • Mindfulness • Visualisation   • The relationship between meditation and the eightfold path • Common and divergent emphases placed on different types of meditation by different Buddhist groups • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Buddhist groups Sources: Dhammapada 273–276 Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.
GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 18  [Researching Buddhist Festivals: IT/ICT, Peer Assessment]
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GCSE - Buddhism -Lesson 18 [Researching Buddhist Festivals: IT/ICT, Peer Assessment]

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This is the eighteenth in a series of lessons on Buddhism for GCSE level students for the ‘Beliefs, Teachings & Practices’ section of the course [section A]. The complete series of GCSE Budhism lessons, as well as learning mats, PLCs and revision sessions can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 The Download (comprising 3 files, within one zip file) includes: -A PPT Containing a Full Lesson -A complete lesson plan covering: objectives, key-words, differentiation, and lesson timeline -A double sided worksheet -A Homework Task This lesson requires use of an I.T./I.C.T/Computer Suite: the format of the lesson is centred around researching Buddhist festivals in order to create a presentation (including quiz questions), and then peer assessment of work. It also features ‘on the fly’ AfL tasks to check learning progress. It is a tried and tested format for I.C.T.-based Philosophy & Religion Lessons and, once downloaded, you will be able to adapt it to other topics with ease. The topic of the lesson focusses on the following part of the specification: The origins, associated stories and customs of the following festivals: • Wesak or Hanamatrsui (Therevada/Mahayana) • Vassa/Rain Retreat (Therevada) • Uposatha Days (Therevada) • Parinirvana day (Mahayana) • Lama Tsong Khapa Day (Tibetan) • The importance of marking different parts of the Buddha’s life • The purpose of Vassa and its observance by lay Buddhists today • The purpose of Uposatha days • The purpose of festivals not connected to the Buddha directly, the popularity of these festivals and their place within Buddhism, including the Lama Tsong Khapa day • The influence of local culture on practices associated with Buddhist festivals • Different interpretations and emphases given to sources of wisdom and authority by different Buddhist groups Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.