Designed for teachers using the new AQA Philosophy specification (teaching from 2017 onwards). This revision session covers the ‘Berkeley’s Idealism’ section of the specification. The topic is a part of the Epistemology component of the AS course. This download contains 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. It includes a fully animated revision session PowerPoint and a set of ‘silent debate’ A3 worksheets. All resources are editable. 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 Philosophy 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. Copyright Adam Godwin (2017) [Godwin86]

Designed for teachers using the new AQA Philosophy specification (teaching from 2017 onwards). This revision session covers the ‘Innatism’ section of the specification [covering Leibniz and Plato]. The topic is a part of the Epistemology component of the AS course. This download contains 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. It includes a fully animated revision session PowerPoint and a set of ‘silent debate’ A3 worksheets. All resources are editable. 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 Philosophy 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. Copyright Adam Godwin (2017) [Godwin86]

This download includes three A4 worksheets: each one containing a crossword puzzle and clues. Answers are also provided. The worksheets look really nice: please ignore the terrible preview the Tes-website generates! The cover picture for this item illustrates the three worksheets as they should look! :) The worksheets are Christmas themed, all of the clues/answers are Christmas related. These are ‘Christmas Trivia’ crosswords dealing with Christmas-related general knowledge: they are, therefore, suitable for teachers/students of any subject. This product is suitable for KS2-4 It is ideal for: -Tutor time / Form groups -End of lesson fun -A component of a Christmas lesson Merry Christmas! <3 Check out my shop to browse more of my products! :)

This is one of a series of lessons designed for AQA GCSE Hinduism, though it is also suitable for KS3 students studying Hindu festivals. The download contains two lesson options: 1) A video and documentary based approach based around a (rather beautiful, if I do say so myself) A3 Worksheet. [Includes PPT, Worksheet and Lesson Plan] 2) An ICT Suite 'Research, Present & Quiz' approach, which includes integrated peer-assessment. [Includes PPT and Worksheet, Lesson Plan not necessary as it's such a straightforward approach]. The focus of this lesson is the Hindu festival specified in the title, similar lessons can be downloaded for different Hindu festivals.

This is one of a series of lessons designed for AQA GCSE Hinduism, though it is also suitable for KS3 students studying Hindu festivals. The download contains two lesson options: 1) A video and documentary based approach based around a (rather beautiful, if I do say so myself) A3 Worksheet. [Includes PPT, Worksheet and Lesson Plan] 2) An ICT Suite 'Research, Present & Quiz' approach, which includes integrated peer-assessment. [Includes PPT and Worksheet, Lesson Plan not necessary as it's such a straightforward approach]. The focus of this lesson is the Hindu festival specified in the title, similar lessons can be downloaded for different Hindu festivals.

This is the seventeenth in a series of lessons on Hinduism for GCSE level students for the ‘Beliefs, Teachings & Practices’ section of the course. It coverers 4 Hindu festivals: -Kumbh Mela -Holi -Diwali -Navratri It is designed for AQA and OCR specifications but relevant to all GCSE Hinduism Religious Studies teachers . The download includes: -A selection of 8 lessons (referring to 4 different Hindu festivals) -Lesson Plans (where necessary) -Homeworks -Worksheets Each festival can be taught using different approaches: A video and documentary based approach based around a (rather beautiful, if I do say so myself) A3 Worksheet. [Includes PPT, Worksheet and Lesson Plan] An ICT Suite ‘Research, Present & Quiz’ approach, which includes integrated peer-assessment. [Includes PPT and Worksheet, Lesson Plan not necessary as it’s such a straightforward approach]. The festivals covered in this download are: -Kumbh Mela -Holi -Diwali -Navratri This is part of a series of lessons, if you like it: save countless hours by downloading the complete course! The complete series of GCSE Hinduism lessons can be downloaded at our TES Shop: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/godwin86 We also have learning mats, revision sessions, and much more! Thank you for your download! Positive reviews are greatly appreciated.

Professionally designed for the new AQA Sociology GCSE specification (8192). This is lesson number 1 of our 20 lesson course for this section- it is designed to introduce the requirements of the ‘Sociology of Family’ unit and its central debates. The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -6 x A3 Silent Debate Worksheets (.doc, editable) -An A4 student information sheet explaining the required learning for the unit (.doc, editable) -A premium quality PowerPoint presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson -A homework task All lessons are designed around the new AQA specification, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.

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 6 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Sociology of Crime & Deviance’ section; it refers to the ‘Factors Affecting Criminal & Deviant Behaviour’ topic. The lesson focuses on links between criminality and factors such as: ethnicity, class, age and gender. 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 A3 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.

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 second lesson, it focusses on the central debates from the course and is designed to foster engagement and interest for newcomers to the subject. 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) -A3 Group-work worksheets -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.

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 fourth lesson of the unit, it introduces the four main sociological perspectives: functionalism, Marxism, feminism and interactionism. 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) -A3 Worksheet (double-sided) -Knowledge Hunt (put around the room) -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

This video worksheet session covers the topic of 'The Three Religions of China' and compares Buddhism with Confucianism and Daoism (Taoism). It is a complete lesson that, whilst very flexible, can last for over an hour if needs be. This lesson is one of a 10-part series of KS3 video-learning lessons for the religion of Buddhism. You can save money by buying the complete set by clicking the link below. It is a perfect 'instant lesson' and is useful both to RE specialists and as an emergency cover lesson led by non-specialists: all you need to do is print out one of the included worksheets and run the PowerPoint! Aside from links to carefully selected videos; this download includes: -a full lesson PowerPoint Show (.ppsx) -AfL tasks -SIX video-learning worksheets (.doc or .pdf) -A detailed lesson plan (and a slightly amended version for cover teachers) The worksheets are specially designed 'Video-Learning Worksheets' that structure students' learning whilst they use documentary evidence to research a subject: three of the worksheets are A4 and the other 3 A3 size (all double-sided!). Our video-learning sessions are also useful for GCSE Religious Studies classes. Since we provide a selection of video-links for each topic it is easy to differentiate for your class: you can even use your own videos in conjunction with the video-learning worksheets provided. Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Internet Access Access to YouTube Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor Teachers are advised to use a VPN to ensure unhindered access to YouTube videos. ____________________

This video worksheet session covers the topic of The Four Noble Truths It is a complete lesson that, whilst very flexible, can last for over an hour if needs be. This lesson is one of a 10-part series of KS3 video-learning lessons for the religion of Buddhism. You can save money by buying the complete set by clicking the link below. It is a perfect 'instant lesson' and is useful both to RE specialists and as an emergency cover lesson led by non-specialists: all you need to do is print out one of the included worksheets and run the PowerPoint! Aside from links to carefully selected videos; this download includes: -a full lesson PowerPoint Show (.ppsx) -AfL tasks -SIX video-learning worksheets (.doc or .pdf) -A detailed lesson plan (and a slightly amended version for cover teachers) The worksheets are specially designed 'Video-Learning Worksheets' that structure students' learning whilst they use documentary evidence to research a subject: three of the worksheets are A4 and the other 3 A3 size (all double-sided!). Our video-learning sessions are also useful for GCSE Religious Studies classes. Since we provide a selection of video-links for each topic it is easy to differentiate for your class: you can even use your own videos in conjunction with the video-learning worksheets provided. Positive reviews are warmly welcome! ------------------------------------- The contents of this page, the download, and all included materials are copyrighted by Adam Godwin (2017) ____________________ System Requirements: Internet Access Access to YouTube Microsoft Office (PowerPoint & Word) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor Teachers are advised to use a VPN to ensure unhindered access to YouTube videos. ____________________

This lesson is about Christian views on the origins and value of our world, environmental ethics and our relationship to nature. It also compares Christian and scientific accounts of creation. It has been professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Religion & Life' theme (Theme B). 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 ____________________

This download contains a Personal Learning Checklist for the ‘Religion & Life’ [Theme B] section of the AQA GCSE Religious Studies course [Thematic Studies]. It includes four different formats. The download includes 4 different versions of PLC for you to choose from! Each with slightly different reflection/target-setting activities. This means you can give students the PLC at different points in the year without it being too repetitive and boring for them. These double-sided A4 worksheets are great for: -Revision lessons -AfL -Fostering teacher-student dialogue -Directed Improvement Reflection Time (DIRT) -Exam preparation This is an ideal tool for your students to help them keep track of their learning, manage revision and help you monitor the classes strengths and weaknesses. It serves as a highly efficient form of self-assessment. The first side is a checklist with two ways for the student to rate confidence for each of the sub-topics and the second side features other useful measures that allow teachers to gauge a student’s confidence and reflective abilities. The worksheets: -Allows the student to see clearly what they need to know for the exam. -Allows the student to communicate to their teacher how they can be best helped. -Gets the student to analyse their progress in relation to their target grade. -Encourages students to reflect in a structured manner on their necessary revision focusses. -Gets students to establish both a revision and an exam technique focus.

This download contains a Personal Learning Checklist for the ‘Existence of God & Revelation’ [Theme C] section of the AQA GCSE Religious Studies course [Thematic Studies]. It includes four different formats. The download includes 4 different versions of PLC for you to choose from! Each with slightly different reflection/target-setting activities. This means you can give students the PLC at different points in the year without it being too repetitive and boring for them. These double-sided A4 worksheets are great for: -Revision lessons -AfL -Fostering teacher-student dialogue -Directed Improvement Reflection Time (DIRT) -Exam preparation This is an ideal tool for your students to help them keep track of their learning, manage revision and help you monitor the classes strengths and weaknesses. It serves as a highly efficient form of self-assessment. The first side is a checklist with two ways for the student to rate confidence for each of the sub-topics and the second side features other useful measures that allow teachers to gauge a student’s confidence and reflective abilities. The worksheets: -Allows the student to see clearly what they need to know for the exam. -Allows the student to communicate to their teacher how they can be best helped. -Gets the student to analyse their progress in relation to their target grade. -Encourages students to reflect in a structured manner on their necessary revision focusses. -Gets students to establish both a revision and an exam technique focus.

This download contains a Personal Learning Checklist for the ‘Religion, Crime & Punishment’ [Theme E] section of the AQA GCSE Religious Studies course [Thematic Studies]. It includes four different formats. The download includes 4 different versions of PLC for you to choose from! Each with slightly different reflection/target-setting activities. This means you can give students the PLC at different points in the year without it being too repetitive and boring for them. These double-sided A4 worksheets are great for: -Revision lessons -AfL -Fostering teacher-student dialogue -Directed Improvement Reflection Time (DIRT) -Exam preparation This is an ideal tool for your students to help them keep track of their learning, manage revision and help you monitor the classes strengths and weaknesses. It serves as a highly efficient form of self-assessment. The first side is a checklist with two ways for the student to rate confidence for each of the sub-topics and the second side features other useful measures that allow teachers to gauge a student’s confidence and reflective abilities. The worksheets: -Allows the student to see clearly what they need to know for the exam. -Allows the student to communicate to their teacher how they can be best helped. -Gets the student to analyse their progress in relation to their target grade. -Encourages students to reflect in a structured manner on their necessary revision focusses. -Gets students to establish both a revision and an exam technique focus.

This lesson deals with ethical issues in sociological research and related ethical debates. This is the second 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) -A series of A3 group discussion worksheets -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.