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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!
Feminist Perspectives - Sociology of Family L14/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Delphy Oakley NEW
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Feminist Perspectives - Sociology of Family L14/20 [ AQA GCSE Sociology - 8192] Delphy Oakley NEW

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This fully resourced lesson is professionally designed for the new WJEC/EDUQAS Sociology GCSE specification (9-1). This resource can now be downloaded as a part of a complete 20-lesson bundle. This is lesson 14 of our 20 lesson course for the ‘Family’ section; it focuses on feminist perspectives, feminist researchers and theorists, and statistical data supporting/detracting from the feminist perspective. It can be purchased as a part of a complete 20 x lesson bundle (from June, 2017) The download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality, editable, and fully-animated PowerPoint presentation that covers the entire lesson -A double-sided A3 worksheet (see cover image for preview) -A knowledge hunt file with information to be used with the worksheet -Homework All lessons are designed around the new AQA specification, we take considerable time making the highest quality lessons.
Preparing for Assessments - Introduction Unit L9/12 - GCSE Sociology
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Preparing for Assessments - Introduction Unit L9/12 - 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 ninth lesson of the unit, it is an assessment preparation lesson which introduces the format of the assessment (based on the exam boards) and helps them to prepare for their assessment for this unit (found in L10/12). 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 -A3 group-work worksheets -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
I.C.T. Suite Lesson - Introduction Unit L11/12 - GCSE Sociology
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I.C.T. Suite Lesson - Introduction Unit L11/12 - 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 eleventh lesson of the unit, it is an ICT Suite lesson that requires the use of a computer room: students select from the stated topics, create presentations in pairs, and then peer-assess the presentations of others. This download includes: -A premium quality PPT Show (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson (.ppsm & .ppsx formats) -A4 Worksheet with integrated peer-assessment -Homework Note, unlike all the other lessons in the unit, this lesson does not include/require a lesson plan: with the included resources it is self-explanatory: the bulk of the lesson is an independent learning activity. 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 Causes of War [GCSE RS - Religion, Peace & Conflict - L3/10] Theme D
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The Causes of War [GCSE RS - Religion, Peace & Conflict - L3/10] Theme D

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This lesson is about the causes of war as well as Christian views about 'just cause' (i.e. good vs bad causes for war) It has been professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Religion, Peace & Conflict' theme (Theme D). 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 ____________________
Religion & Life - PLC (Personal Learning Checklist  - Knowledge Organiser) [AQA GCSE RS]  DIRT
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Religion & Life - PLC (Personal Learning Checklist - Knowledge Organiser) [AQA GCSE RS] DIRT

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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.
The Causes of Crime [GCSE RS - Religion, Crime & Punishment L3/10] Theme E
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The Causes of Crime [GCSE RS - Religion, Crime & Punishment L3/10] Theme E

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This lesson is about the types and causes of crime. I explores both the specification stated causes of crime, borrows from sociological and social explanations, as well as exploring Christian views about the relationship between sin and crime. It has been professionally designed for the new AQA Religious Studies GCSE specification. It is for the 'Religion, Crime & Punishment' theme (Theme E). 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 ____________________
Relationships & Families - PLC (Personal Learning Checklist  - Knowledge Organiser) [AQA GCSE RS]
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Relationships & Families - PLC (Personal Learning Checklist - Knowledge Organiser) [AQA GCSE RS]

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This download contains a Personal Learning Checklist for the ‘Relationships & Families’ [Theme A] 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.
Religion, Peace & Conflict - Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme D Practice Exam Papers
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Religion, Peace & Conflict - Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme D Practice Exam Papers

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This download contains a selection of assessment materials for AQA GCSE Religious Studies, Theme D: 'Religion, Peace & Conflict'. There are three separate assessment lessons (designed for 1 hr slots) in this download. The download includes: -An assessment lesson PowerPoint Presentation (with timer) -3 x assessment options [an A3 double-sided assessment worksheet and four practice exam questions (on two separate worksheets)] -A collection of assessment and feedback tools [including an exam scoreboard, self/peer marking worksheet, a target-setting sheet]. This lesson can be used by any AQA GCSE Religious Studies teacher covering this theme; it was designed to be ninth lesson in our ten-lesson unit for this theme. It has enough resources to be uses for 3 individual 1-hour assessment lessons! 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 assessment worksheets) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
The Existence of God & Revelation - Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme C
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The Existence of God & Revelation - Assessment Materials [AQA GCSE RS - L9/10] Theme C

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This download contains a selection of assessment materials for AQA GCSE Religious Studies, Theme C: 'The Existence of God & Revelation'. There are three separate assessment lessons (designed for 1 hr slots) in this download. The download includes: -An assessment lesson PowerPoint Presentation (with timer) -3 x assessment options [an A3 double-sided assessment worksheet and four practice exam questions (on two separate worksheets)] -A collection of assessment and feedback tools [including an exam scoreboard, self/peer marking worksheet, a target-setting sheet]. This lesson can be used by any AQA GCSE Religious Studies teacher covering this theme; it was designed to be ninth lesson in our ten-lesson unit for this theme. It has enough resources to be uses for 3 individual 1-hour assessment lessons! 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 assessment worksheets) 512MB Ram 1.5GHZ Processor ____________________
Sociological Research Methods Workbook
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Sociological Research Methods Workbook

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A 17-page colour A4 workbook designed for the Sociological Research Methods component of the AQA GCSE Sociology course. The work book features tasks that ask students to generate hypotheses and then plan four separate sociological studies: outlining their methods, sampling, secondary sources and justifications for their choices. It also includes a PLC for this section of the course. This workbook is an ideal homework for students to get on with whilst covering the Research Methods unit. It is relevant to any GCSE Sociology teacher. It can also be used as the focal point of lessons. Check out our 10-lesson unit for this section f the course! :)
Sociological Research Methods - Ethical Issues & Debates (GCSE Sociology L2/10) Ethics
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Sociological Research Methods - Ethical Issues & Debates (GCSE Sociology L2/10) Ethics

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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.
Numeracy in RE [4xA3 Learning Mats / Displays / Posters] [Numeracy] RE RS
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Numeracy in RE [4xA3 Learning Mats / Displays / Posters] [Numeracy] RE RS

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Bring numeracy into the RE classroom! 4 x A3 Numeracy Mats for Religious Studies, Philosophy and Ethcics classrooms. The four themes dealt with are: -The Global Picture -Religion in Great Britain -Moral Issues -General Statistics about Religion Ideally they should be printed out, laminated, and taped to each desk. They are perfectly suitable to be used as wall-displays as well though. Check-out some of my most popular resources! GCSE Religious Studies Buddhism (20 Lesson Unit) Buddhism (Thematic Studies Units) Christianity (Thematic Studies Units) Hinduism (20 Lesson Unit) Islam (Thematic Studies Units) .    GCSE Sociology Resources Complete Units (Whole Course) 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
EDUCATION (20 Lessons) [ GCSE Sociology ]
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EDUCATION (20 Lessons) [ GCSE Sociology ]

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This bundle contains 20 lessons for the Education section of the new GCSE Sociology specification. This bundle was updated in March 2020 so that all of the PowerPoints are in the standard format and, consequently, more easy to edit than before. It is designed to be a self-contained, comprehensive and complete resource: everything a teacher/department need to teach the Education section of the course. Each lesson comes in a .Zip file, This file contains: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality, editable, PowerPoint Presentation -Homework [-Most of the lessons include a worksheet (double-sided A4 or A3)] We take considerable time making the highest quality lessons and we believe these are the best GCSE Sociology resources money can buy, positive reviews are greatly appreciated. Our intention is to have the other units of the new . 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
'Ancient Philosophical Influences' (Plato & Aristotle) Revision Session for AS-Level OCR RS (New Sp)
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'Ancient Philosophical Influences' (Plato & Aristotle) Revision Session for AS-Level OCR RS (New Sp)

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Designed for teachers using OCR Religious Studies AS/A2 specification (H173/H573) This revision session covers the: ‘Ancient Philosophical Influences’ [Plato & Aristotle] section of the specification. Part of the ‘Philosophy of Religion’ third 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 pat of various bundles depending on your needs.
Assessment Lesson - Introduction Unit L10/12 - GCSE Sociology
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Assessment Lesson - Introduction Unit L10/12 - 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 tenth lesson of the unit, it is an assessment lesson and tests the students learning so far. The assessment is completed on the included A3 double-sided worksheet: the key-word part of the test can be peer-assessed (answers included). This download includes: -A detailed lesson plan: highlighting differentiation, AfL, key-words, SMSC and a timeline of learning activities (.pdf) -A premium quality PPT presentation (fully animated) that covers the entire lesson -A3 Assessment Worksheet (double-sided) -Answer sheet for the keyword section of the assessment -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
'Arguments based on Reason' (Anselm's Ontological) Revision Session for AS-Level OCR RS (New Spec)
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'Arguments based on Reason' (Anselm's Ontological) 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: ‘Arguments based on Reason’ section of the specification. It refers to the ontological argument and challenges to it. It refers to the ‘Philosophy of Religion’ third 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 pat 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.
'Religious Experience' (William James, Mystical Exp) Revision Session for AS-Level OCR RS (New Spec)
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'Religious Experience' (William James, Mystical Exp) 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 ‘Religious Experience’ section of the specification. It refers to mystical and conversion experiences and the philosophy of William James, as out lined in the specification. The topic is a part of the ‘Philosophy of Religion’ third 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 pat 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.
GCSE Islam - Ethical Debate Generator [Muslim Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]
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GCSE Islam - Ethical Debate Generator [Muslim Morality, Revision, RE, RS, Exam Practice]

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This download is for Religious Studies teachers covering Islam at GCSE Level. It can also be used at KS3 level, though its design is based on GCSE specifications (2016/7 onwards). It features: -50 Debates -Animated slides -A randomiser function -Central moral/ethical teachings for students to link to debate prompts -All debates linked to moral issues from the exam board specifications (specifically, OCR/AQA specs, 2016/7 onwards) It is ideal for: -Teaching and revising moral concepts specific to the religion covered. -Teaching students to apply general moral principles from the religious tradition to different moral issues. -Practising exam technique: most of the debate prompts are potential 12/15 mark questions. -End of lesson activities -Revision sessions -Cover lessons The debate format asks students to move from one side of the room or the other based on whether they think a member of the religious tradition should agree or disagree with the statement, it is also good practice to get students to move to express their opinion in response to the statement. It is also good practice to ask students for ideas other than the ones on the slide they might connect, and update the slides accordingly.
Video Learning Lesson - Introduction Unit L12/12 - GCSE Sociology
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Video Learning Lesson - Introduction Unit L12/12 - 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 final lesson of the unit, it is a video-learning lesson with an A3 worksheet for students to complete using the linked videos. It is a great lesson to round-off the unit and can be used at any point in the course as an emergency cover-lesson. 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 (double-sided) -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.
The Problem of Evil (Theodicies, Augustine, Hick) Revision Session for AS-Level OCR RS (New Spec)
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The Problem of Evil (Theodicies, Augustine, Hick) 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 ‘Problem of Evil’ section of the specification. It refers to the problem of evil and theodicies as detailed in the specification. The topic is a part of the ‘Philosophy of Religion’ third 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 pat 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.