Educational: Religious studies

Book SynopsisNo matter what you teach, there is a 100 Ideas title for you!The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each author is an expert in their field and is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers.Each title includes at least ten additional extra-creative Bonus Ideas that won''t fail to inspire and engage all learners._______________''An absolute gift to the RE community'' - Mary MyattWith an emphasis on all faiths and beliefs, 100 Ideas for Secondary Teachers: Outstanding RE Lessons presents tried-and-tested ideas that can be used in any lesson about religion.Andy Lewis uses his experience as Director of Religious Education to share ideas and advice on how to construct a successful RE lesson, engage students in the subject, provide effective feedback and exam techniques, and bring RE to life in the secondary curriculum. RE can be a very difficult subjecTrade ReviewA useful mixture of essential information and practical ideas that trainees, NQTs and experienced teachers can easily dip in and out of. It's a handbook for all RE colleagues. -- Dawn Cox * Head of RE, @missdcox *Short, succinct, digestible chunks of information, perfect for any busy teacher. Plenty of gold nuggets to benefit from here. -- Claire Clinton * Religious Education Advisor, RE Matters, @ClaireClinton67 *Crisply written and laden with ideas, this book condenses pedagogies, disciplinary perspectives, key theologies and the place of RE in the curriculum into easily accessible summaries. An absolute gift to the RE community. -- Mary Myatt * Education adviser, speaker and author, @MaryMyatt *This book brings to the fore many of the pressing matters that lie before us currently as RE teachers, regardless of where we are in our RE careers. -- Dr Patricia Hannam * County Inspector/Adviser: RE, History & Philosophy *

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Book SynopsisProvide students with a strong understanding of religion with high quality, engaging and content-rich resources building a firm foundation for the new GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies.Deliver a rich, coherent RE course at KS3 and equip pupils with a deep understanding of religion with ready-made, flexible and high quality KS3 lessons.Knowing Religion' is written by an author team of experienced RE teachers and led by series editor Robert Orme of West London Free School.Discover the history and beliefs of Buddhism, Hinduism and Sikhism as well as these religions in the modern worldStart teaching straight away with Teacher Guide resources available on Collins Connect, including teaching ideas and support along with answers to questions in the student booksGive pupils the grounding they need to excel at GCSE RSIgnite an interest in religion through a compelling narrative, fascinating facts and extraordinary peopleAid pupil memory with a knowledge organiser' at the end of each unit covering key Trade Review‘Knowing Religion provides essential grounding and practice for the demands of the new GCSE course.’ – Lisa James, Curriculum Leader of Religion and Philosophy, Cardiff High School ‘The structure of the books is excellent, and the explanations of religious concepts and practices are concise and succinct.’ – Prabhjap Singh Jutla, The British Sikh School ‘Knowing Religion not only provides a good grounding for further RE studies but also equips students with skills that will be transferable to a wide variety of learning contexts’ – Debbie Smith, R.E. Co-ordinator, Ovingham Middle School

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Book SynopsisThis title has received an Imprimatur and has been endorsed by the Catholic Education Service for the new REDEncourage students to engage with Catholic Religious Education at Key Stage 3 and enable them to understand, discern and respond to key concepts and ideas.This accessible Student Book has been written by experienced teachers and diocesan advisors to support the new Religious Education Directory (RED). - Easily deliver engaging lessons with in-depth content and ready-made tasks for each branch of learning within the new curriculum- Teach with confidence, whatever your level of expertise, with comprehensive and reliable guidance to support both specialists and non-specialists- Build students'' knowledge with clear content coverage, including topic overviews, annotated extracts from scripture and clear explanations of key terms- Deepen understanding and help students to engage critically with the content by working through the '

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Book SynopsisDesigned to be used alongside AQA GCSE Religious Studies B (9-1) Catholic Christianity with Islam and Judaism Student Book, this write-in Foundation workbook offers targeted support for lower-attaining students: Carefully designed activities help to reinforce and embed core content A focus on the learning of key terms and sources of wisdom and authority, with linked activities that build up to exam practice questions Includes key terms glossaries for you to fill-in and revise from An exam practice chapter with sample answers, scaffolded activities and practice questions Online answers and marks schemes This workbook covers Judaism and Themes for Paper 2 Authored by exam board and SENCO specialists, so you can be assured that content is accurate and pitched at the right level, these Foundation workbooks allow students to take an active approach to getting to grips with the demands of the 2016 GCSE specification.

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Book SynopsisExam Board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR and WJEC EduqasLevel: GCSE 9-1Subject: Religious StudiesSuitable for the 2024 examsComplete revision and practice to fully prepare for the GCSE grade 9-1 examsRevision that Sticks! Collins GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies Complete All-in-One Revision and Practice uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout.A revision guide, workbook and practice paper in one book!With clear and concise revision for every topic, plus seven practice opportunities, Collins offers the best revision at the best price.Includes:quick tests as you goend-of-topic practice questionstopic review questions later in the bookmixed practice questions at the end of the bookmore topic-by-topic practice in the workbooka complete exam-style paperfree Q&A flashcards to download onlinefree ebook versionTrade Review“Generally excellent. Attractive layout, clear and easy to access. There is necessary focus on exam skills, but presented in an interesting, step-by-step format.” Susan Stirrup, King’s Ely “I like the clear layout, especially the spacing of the questions – it is very accessible.” Fiona Hall, Sheringham High School “Colourful and informative.” Jane Hamilton, Alsager School

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Book SynopsisProvide students with a strong understanding of religion with high quality, engaging and content-rich resources building a firm foundation for the new GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies.Deliver a rich, coherent RE course at KS3 and equip pupils with a deep understanding of religion with ready-made, flexible and high quality KS3 lessons.Knowing Religion' is written by an author team of experienced RE teachers and led by series editor Robert Orme of West London Free School.Discover the history and beliefs of Judaism as well as Judaism in the modern worldStart teaching straight away with Teacher Guide resources available on Collins Connect, including teaching ideas and support along with answers to questions in the student booksGive pupils the grounding they need to excel at GCSE RSIgnite an interest in religion through a compelling narrative, fascinating facts and extraordinary peopleAid pupil memory with a knowledge organiser' at the end of each unit covering key vocabulary, people, places, andTrade Review‘Knowing Religion provides essential grounding and practice for the demands of the new GCSE course.’ – Lisa James, Curriculum Leader of Religion and Philosophy, Cardiff High School ‘The structure of the books is excellent, and the explanations of religious concepts and practices are concise and succinct.’ – Prabhjap Singh Jutla, The British Sikh School ‘Knowing Religion not only provides a good grounding for further RE studies but also equips students with skills that will be transferable to a wide variety of learning contexts’ – Debbie Smith, R.E. Co-ordinator, Ovingham Middle School ‘The structure and organisation of the information in Knowing Religion is very logical which makes it easy to understand. The chronology of events enables students to get a deeper understanding of the background of religious beliefs and teachings.’ – Ms. Shazia Iqbal, Director of Humanities, Whitworth Community High School

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Book SynopsisProvide students with a strong understanding of religion with high quality, engaging and content-rich resources building a firm foundation for the new GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies.Deliver a rich, coherent RE course at KS3 and equip pupils with a deep understanding of religion with ready-made, flexible and high quality KS3 lessons.Knowing Religion' is written by an author team of experienced RE teachers and led by series editor Robert Orme of West London Free School.Discover the history and beliefs of Islam as well as Islam in the modern worldStart teaching straight away with Teacher Guide resources available on Collins Connect, including teaching ideas and support along with answers to questions in the student booksGive pupils the grounding they need to excel at GCSE RSIgnite an interest in religion through a compelling narrative, fascinating facts and extraordinary peopleAid pupil memory with a knowledge organiser' at the end of each unit covering key vocabulary, people, places, and datTrade Review‘Knowing Religion provides essential grounding and practice for the demands of the new GCSE course.’ – Lisa James, Curriculum Leader of Religion and Philosophy, Cardiff High School ‘The structure of the books is excellent, and the explanations of religious concepts and practices are concise and succinct.’ – Prabhjap Singh Jutla, The British Sikh School ‘Knowing Religion not only provides a good grounding for further RE studies but also equips students with skills that will be transferable to a wide variety of learning contexts’ – Debbie Smith, R.E. Co-ordinator, Ovingham Middle School ‘The structure and organisation of the information in Knowing Religion is very logical which makes it easy to understand. The chronology of events enables students to get a deeper understanding of the background of religious beliefs and teachings.’ – Ms. Shazia Iqbal, Director of Humanities, Whitworth Community High School

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Book SynopsisProvide students with a strong understanding of religion with high quality, engaging and content-rich resources building a firm foundation for the new GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies.Deliver a rich, coherent RE course at KS3 and equip pupils with a deep understanding of religion with ready-made, flexible and high quality KS3 lessons.Knowing Religion' is written by an author team of experienced RE teachers and led by series editor Robert Orme of West London Free School.Discover the history and beliefs of Sikhism as well as Sikhism in the modern worldStart teaching straight away with Teacher Guide resources available on Collins Connect, including teaching ideas and support along with answers to questions in the student booksGive pupils the grounding they need to excel at GCSE RSIgnite an interest in religion through a compelling narrative, fascinating facts and extraordinary peopleAid pupil memory with a knowledge organiser' at the end of each unit covering key vocabulary, people, places, andTrade Review‘Knowing Religion provides essential grounding and practice for the demands of the new GCSE course.’ – Lisa James, Curriculum Leader of Religion and Philosophy, Cardiff High School ‘The structure of the books is excellent, and the explanations of religious concepts and practices are concise and succinct.’ – Prabhjap Singh Jutla, The British Sikh School ‘Knowing Religion not only provides a good grounding for further RE studies but also equips students with skills that will be transferable to a wide variety of learning contexts’ – Debbie Smith, R.E. Co-ordinator, Ovingham Middle School ‘The structure and organisation of the information in Knowing Religion is very logical which makes it easy to understand. The chronology of events enables students to get a deeper understanding of the background of religious beliefs and teachings.’ – Ms. Shazia Iqbal, Director of Humanities, Whitworth Community High School

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Book SynopsisThis Revision Guide offers a structured approach to revising, practising and embedding key skills that student can use throughout their GCSE studies. Ideal for use with the Oxford GCSE Religious Studies for Edexcel Student Books or as a standalone tool for independent study, 1. RECAP: key content from the Student Book is condensed and re-presented in simple visual styles to make content memorable and help retention. 2. APPLY: students actively apply the content they have just revised to build the knowledge and evaluative skills needed for the exams. 3. REVIEW: regular opportunities to practice exam questions and review answers direct students to pinpoint any areas of weakness in knowledge or exam skills, identifying where they''ll need to concentrate their efforts for further revision.This Revision Guide is ideal for students combining Religion and Ethics through Christianity with Religion, Peace and conflict through Islam. With all the essential content condensed and made memorable, a

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Book SynopsisDesigned to be used alongside GCSE Religious Studies for Edexcel A (9-1) Catholic Christianity with Islam and Judaism Student Book, this write-in workbook offers targeted support for lower-attaining students: Carefully designed activities help to reinforce and embed core content A focus on the learning of key terms and sources of wisdom and authority, with linked activities that build up to exam practice questions Includes key terms glossaries for you to fill-in and revise from An exam practice chapter with sample answers, scaffolded activities and practice questions Online answers and marks schemes This workbook covers Judaism (2F) and Philosophy and ethics (3A) Authored by Catholic and SENCO specialists, so you be can assured that content is pitched at the right level, and written to reflect the latest exam board guidance, these Foundation workbooks allow students to take an active approach to getting to grips with the demands of the 2016 GCSE specification.

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Book SynopsisThe Think RE student books are structured around the 8-level scale in terms of religious content, knowledge and skills development ensuring pupil's progression.Table of ContentsChapter 1 – Putting belief and faith into practice. Chapter 2 – Prejudice. Chapter 3 – Poverty. Chapter 4 – War and peace. Chapter 5 – Evil and Suffering. Chapter 6 – The Environment. Glossary. Index.

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Book SynopsisEngaging exploration of Christian, Jewish and Islamic faithsTable of Contents1 What are the origins of the religions?. 62 How are the religions different?. . . . . . . . . 103 What is God named?. 144 Why is Abraham the father of three faiths?. . . . . . 165 Is it true that Jesus was Jewish?. 186 What are the holy books?. 207 What are the holy cities?. 248 Can believers do what they want? . 289 What is a pilgrimage?. 3010 What are the symbols of the faiths?. 3211 How do believers pray? . 3412 Imam, Rabbi, Priest: who are they?. 3813 How do people become believers? . 4014 Is there a school to learn about God? 4215 What are the important stages in the life of a believer?. 4416 Does God forgive?. 4817 Which day is special?. 5018 What does a place of worship look like? . 5419 When do they celebrate festivals? . 5820 Does everyone give presents at Christmas?. 6321 Are Lent and Ramadan the same thing?. 6522 Can believers eat what they like?. 6723 What happens after death?. 6924 Does the devil exist? . 7225 Which is the right religion?. . . . . . . . . 74More useful words. 76Index. 77

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Book SynopsisSikhism is often the religion that teachers have the least confidence in teaching, despite being the fifth largest religion in the world, and being commonly regarded as one of the six main religions to be taught in schools. This book fills that gap in knowledge and expertise by exploring the beliefs and practices of Sikhism as a lived religion in the modern world. It engages with Sikh beliefs and practices, and provides students and teachers with the confidence to address misconceptions and recognise the importance of beliefs in the lives of believers, in a way that will enable readers to go forward with confidence. Aspects of Sikhism explored include the concepts that form the central beliefs of Sikhism, and the expression of these beliefs in worship and daily life, and the ethics of Sikhs in the modern day. Each chapter includes authentic voices of believers today and provides opportunities for the reader to consider the concepts and how they can be respected and taught in the classrTrade ReviewWith Understanding Sikhism, James Holt has provided a very valuable contribution to the development of both primary and secondary teachers’ knowledge and understanding of the Sikh tradition. He not only provides well researched and detailed substantive knowledge of the Sikh faith but also makes an important contribution to teachers’ orientative knowledge by providing a convincing argument of how best to understand Sikhism within the current narrative of Religions and Worldviews. * Geoff Teece, Lecturer in Education, University of Exeter, UK *Well-articulated Sikh worldview presenting its evolution, ethics, philosophy, tradition, culture and contemporary issues. Insightful for teachers and students in the western world to learn about Sikhism as a lived religion. * Amardeep Singh, Filmmaker & Author, Singapore *This valuable resource maps out Sikh history, politics, philosophy, ethics, rituals and its diasporic reality in the UK with all its diversity and challenges. Accessible and engaging, it will inform teachers and inspire them to reflect upon and get excited about teaching the relatively unknown religion of the 28 million Sikhs living vibrantly across the globe. * Nikky-Guninder Kaur Singh, Crawford Family Professor & Chair of the Department of Religious Studies, Colby College, USA *Table of ContentsIntroduction Part I: Key Concepts in Sikhism 1. God/Waheguru 2. The nature of humanity/ becoming gurmukh 3. The Ten Gurus 4. Guru Granth Sahib 5. Equality 6. Sewa 7. Expressions of faith Part II: Contemporary Issues 8. The Ethical Dimension 9. Authority in the Sikh diaspora 10. Sikhs and Contemporary Britain Reference List Glossary Index

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Book SynopsisTarget exam success with My Revision Notes. Our updated approach to revision will help students learn, practise and apply their skills and understanding. Coverage of key content is combined with practical study tips and effective revision strategies to create a revision guide students can rely on to build both knowledge and confidence.My Revision Notes will help students to:- Plan and manage a successful revision programme using the topic-by-topic planner- Consolidate your knowledge by working through clear and focused content coverage- Test understanding and identify areas for improvement with regular tasks and answers- Improve exam technique through practice questions, expert tips and examples of typical mistakes to avoid

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Book SynopsisExam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSESubject: Religious StudiesFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Endorsed for EdexcelTrust Victor Watton to maximise every student''s potential with his trademark mix of well-paced, focused content coverage and confidence-boosting exam support tailored to the 2016 Edexcel requirements.- Progressively builds students'' subject knowledge through accessible explanations of religious and thematic concepts, topics and terms- Helps students learn, retain and revise the key content by following a clear and consistent structure that maps every topic against the specification- Offers a complete solution to assessment preparation with practice questions and expert guidance on how students can improve their responses- Enhances students'' interest and understanding using a variety of engaging visual sources, textual extracts and activities to illustrate diffTrade ReviewExcellent resource for 2/3 of the course. Disappointed that nothing has been produced for Spec B BELIEFS IN ACTION Area of Study 3 specifically Judaism. -- Gerry Cohen * Gerry Cohen *

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Book SynopsisHelp students to build their subject knowledge and understanding with the updated edition of our Eduqas GCSE Religious Studies Route B Student Book. Work through accessible and engaging content that has been thoroughly revised by subject specialists to provide streamlined and up-to-date support for the specification.- Feel confident teaching the Catholic and Judaism content with expert guidance written by faith experts and Diocesan advisors- Develop understanding through clear, accessible explanations of the specification content and key concepts- Keep track of progress with learning objectives and summaries for every topic- Engage students and cement knowledge and skills using a range of assessment related tasks, activities and guidance that support learning and revision- Cater for students of varying learning styles through a visually engaging approach that uses photos and artwork to enhance subject interest and understanding

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Book SynopsisDive into a new subject with the Know It All series. Each book focuses on a new topic and is packed with fascinating facts and stunning images. There is a lot to know, and this is the perfect place to start.

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Book SynopsisDive into a new subject with the Know It All series. Each book focuses on a new topic and is packed with fascinating facts and stunning images. There is a lot to know, and this is the perfect place to start.

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Book Synopsis Mary grows up sheltered and secure in a beautiful cottage with a loving father. She learns lessons about humility, purity and forgiveness under her father's watchful gaze.However, it doesn't last. Even though she loves God and obeys him this does not protect her ultimately from the envy and hatred of others. Mary is given a generous gift of a new dress from her friend Amelia, the daughter of the local landowner. This incites envy from Juliette, Amelia's maid who had wanted the dress for herself.When Amelia's mother's ring goes missing Juliette decides to pass the blame onto Mary. Both Mary and her father are imprisoned for the crime and eventually exiled from their home. Mary learns to trust in God completely as difficulty follows after difficulty.Even when she doubts if she will ever clear her name she turns back to God who is a constant source of comfort to her. Who did steal the ring in the end? That is the final unexpected twist in the tale, which makes this book a really good read.

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Book SynopsisThis title features excellent photocopiable resources, with detailed artwork. Each book includes 50 per cent of activities dealing with Christianity. The balance covers Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism. It covers skills and processes synonymous with RE including investigation, interpretation, reflection, empathy, evaluation, analysis, application and expression. It is suitable for whole class investigations and discussions or for group and individual research. It provides extensive teachers notes.

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Book SynopsisFor Kids Who Want to Get to Know the ProphetHow well does your child know the greatest human being to ever walk the face of the Earth?How much do they admire the best of Allah’s creation?How much do they take the finest example as a guide in their lives?How much does your child really LOVE the Prophet Muhammad (S)?In order to love someone, you need to first get to know them. That’s what sparks the beginning of a lifetime of admiration, learning and emulation of the most beloved person in humankind.The children’s book entitled My Prophet Muhammad (S) captures his character and story in a way that captivates your child’s mind and nourishes their soul. That's because this book: Spans the entire story of the lifetime of the Prophet Muhammad (S) covering the main events in his Seerah.Has 28 pages, making it your child's perfect introduction to the Messenger of Allah (S). There are questions at the end of the story for your child to reflect on what they've learnt.Features beautiful and vivid double spread images that delight the eyes, tell the story and build positive memories whilst learning about the best of creation.Printed in a large size to magnify the immersive reading experience.Has a cover sprinkled with special effects such as glitter and shine to ensure it attracts your child’s attention for reading time and time again.

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Book SynopsisIf you were asked to describe the appearance of the Prophet Muhammad (S), what would you say?The Prophet Described weaves together classical accounts of the appearance and character of Allah’s finest creation, using the narrations of those closest to him. Expertly crafted into a story-conversation between a mother and son, and using flowing, rhyming text, this book makes learning about Allah’s Messenger (S), a rich and captivating experience. With spectacular illustrations that subtly echo the descriptions, this book is a treasure to be read over and over again.You’ll be left in awe, wonder and warmth by not just your increased love for the Prophet Muhammad, but even more so, by his love for you.If your child hasn’t experienced this splendid tale, then they’re really missing out on something powerful. Here’s why:The Prophet Described is a panoramic picture book with stunning imagery that captivates and elevates your child’s senses and attention, all in an Islamic themed story.The book is written in repetitive rhyming prose that encourages your child’s active participation in reading the story and increasing their enjoyment of the experience.By the time your child has completed the book (which, by the way, they’ll want to read again and again!) they would have effortlessly memorised the description of the Prophet (S) in-sha-Allah.The book is based upon verified hadith narrations so you can rest assured that your child is receiving sound and solid knowledge of Islam.The Prophet (S) Described is the world’s first and only children's picture book in the English language dedicated to the Shama'il (descriptions) of the Prophet Muhammad (S) in story form, and has made the cheeks of countless parents and children wet with loving tears in their longing to meet the Messenger of Allah (S).

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Book SynopsisMark Chater's brilliant new book diagnoses the reasons why RE urgently needs radical reform, and looks ahead to a time when the subject will have a new identity based on a clear democratic purpose. The book shines a light on how key leaders can make this happen, and how the new good practice is already breaking through. It is edited and authored by experts and leading change agents in RE, who offer a well-informed and provocative vision and programme for change.

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Book SynopsisThis detailed and practical guide is designed to help students understand and master the all-important AO2 skills of Critical Analysis & Evaluation, which are vital for performing well in the essay writing/long evaluation answers in the AQA GCSE exam.- Written for the AQA GCSE RS Spec A covering Component 1: Religious Beliefs, Practices & Traditions (comparing two religions) and Component 2: Thematic Studies.- Covers all specification content across Components 1 & 2 for Christianity and Islam by topic.- Highly visual 'Knowledge Organiser' format summarises all the key AO1 info that students should know by the time they tackle an exam.- Toolkit approach breaks down AO2 into easily understandable study skills that students can then learn to deploy when writing long answers in the exam.- Introduction to Evaluation section gives advice and support on how to identify different types of exam questions, how to start and structure an answer, how to build an essay and argument, how to use evidence and how to evaluate successfully.- Two Sample Answers per topic show the different evaluation skills with examiner commentary, and suggested content areas for student to bring into their trial answers.- Can be used to support classroom learning, end of topic review or final exam revision as needed.

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Book SynopsisExam board: AQALevel: GCSESubject: Religious StudiesFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018 Target success in AQA GCSE Spec B Religious Studies with this proven formula for effective, structured revision; key content coverage is combined with exam-style tasks and practical tips to create a revision guide you can rely on to review, strengthen and test their knowledge.With My Revision Notes you can:- Plan and manage a successful revision programme using the topic-by-topic planner.- Consolidate subject knowledge by working through clear and focused content coverage.- Test understanding and identify areas for improvement with regular 'Now Test Yourself' tasks and answers.- Improve exam technique through practice questions, expert tips and examples of typical mistakes to avoid.

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Book SynopsisEasy to use in the classroom or as a tool for revision, Oxford Literature Companion Workbooks provide student-friendly support for a range of popular GCSE set texts. Each write-in workbook offers a range of varied and in-depth activities to deepen understanding and encourage close work with the text, covering characters, themes, performance, language and contexts. Each workbook also includes a comprehensive Skills and Practice section, which provides advice on assessment and sample student exam answers. This workbook covers An Inspector Calls by JB Priestley, is suitable for all exam boards and for the most recent GCSEspecifications.

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Book SynopsisThis volume of TalkSheets contains 50 more all new discussion starters to keep your high schoolers thinking and talking about real life issues.Trade Review'This resource is a must-have for every youth worker...One of the best features is the ability to edit the Talksheets, enabling the users to delete a question they don't want or add something specific to their group. The program is very user-friendly, so even those who are computer illiterate should find it easy to use. It' s well worth the cost, a resource you'll find yourself coming back to week after week. * YouthWorker Journal *

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Book SynopsisReligious Education (RE) holds a unique place within the state education system. Yet, the teaching of RE has often been criticised for its tendency to present simplified and stereotypical representations of religions. Bringing together the theory of metacognition with RE curriculum content, this book offers a coherent and theoretically supported approach to RE and beyond that is applicable to a range of subjects and students of various age groups.Metacognition, Worldviews and Religious Education seeks to support teachers in creating a new and exciting classroom approach. With a focus on putting children and teachers' worldviews back on the RE agenda and developing awareness of these through metacognitive processes, it includes Tables, frameworks and checklists to make it easy for teachers to adapt the approach to their own context Concrete examples of how the approach can work in the classroom, including case studies from teachers Call-out boxes foTable of ContentsList of tables About the authors Acknowledgements Introduction 1 Creating a metacognitive environment 2 Meta-thinking zone Teacher voice 1: Creating a meta-thinking zone in my RE classroom (Helen) 3 The worldview zone Teacher voice 2: Promoting children’s views of the world (Jeanette) 4 Resources zone and lesson planning 5 A practitioner’s approach Teacher voice 3: A teacher’s view of using the lessons (Cari) 6 The project and assessment Teacher voice 4: Teachers’ views of being involved in the RE-flect project 7 Pupils and teachers developing metacognition 8 Conclusion Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisReligious Education as a Dialogue with Difference addresses current issues over the study of religion in publicly maintained schools. Are liberal, inclusive approaches to the study of religion suited to the aims of education in a democracy? Do liberal democratic aims offer the right framework for the study of religion? By presenting research on English secondary school pupils' motivation in religious education, this volume argues that religious education is best understood as a democratic dialogue with difference. The book offers empirical evidence for this claim, and it demonstrates how learners gain in religious literacy, both through the exercise of democratic citizenship in the classroom and towards the goal of life-long democratic citizenship.Trade Review"With a thirty-three year career in education, Kevin O’Grady’s book offers an illuminating example of how research engagementprovides the catalyst for thoughtful and insightful reflections on religious education, current schooling and contemporary research, written ‘as a contribution to debates over how religion should be studied in schools’. […] The book will be of interest to anyone interested in current debates about the place of religious education in society, especially in how these debates play out in classrooms, and in how religious education teachers can also be involved in, comment on and contribute to research."Nigel Fancourt, Journal of Beliefs and Values."O’Grady has a convincing argument for RE as a dialogue with difference [. . .] which I would recommend for academics, teacher-trainers, educational experts and stakeholders not only in the UK but in other parts of Europe and in the rest of the world."Leni Franken (2019), Religious education as a dialogues with difference: Fostering democratic citizenship through the study of religions in schools, British Journal of Religious Education. "With a thirty-three year career in education, Kevin O’Grady’s book offers an illuminating example of how research engagement provides the catalyst for thoughtful and insightful reflections on religious education, current schooling and contemporary research, written ‘as a contribution to debates over how religion should be studied in schools’. […] The book will be of interest to anyone interested in current debates about the place of religious education in society, especially in how these debates play out in classrooms, and in how religious education teachers can also be involved in, comment on and contribute to research."Nigel Fancourt, Journal of Beliefs and Values."O’Grady has a convincing argument for RE as a dialogue with difference [. . .] which I would recommend for academics, teacher-trainers, educational experts and stakeholders not only in the UK but in other parts of Europe and in the rest of the world."Leni Franken (2019), Religious education as a dialogues with difference: Fostering democratic citizenship through the study of religions in schools, British Journal of Religious Education. "Religious Education as a Dialogue with Difference summarizes Kevin O’Grady’s outstanding work in the field of religious education. O’Grady’s excellent, very readable, book is highly relevant to on-going debates about the study of religions and beliefs in schools in different parts of the world, including the USA and Canada. It deserves to be read widely by teachers, student teachers and education academics."Robert Jackson, Professor Emeritus, University of Warwick, UK."As a former teacher with similar professional experiences in a culturally diverse inner-city area in England, I recognize the socially challenging, complex, diverse and hugely rewarding teaching context which O'Grady evokes. The examples of pupil voice he captures so scrupulously reminded me of young people I have taught and known. I would be inspired by his practice were I a teacher still and able to translate it to my own classroom.[…] It would be wonderful for the next generation of teacher leaders in schools in England to be introduced to this material . . ."Janet Orchard, Senior Lecturer, University of Bristol, UK."Religious Education as a Dialogue with Difference represents a timely contribution to the field of religious education. While primarily based on Kevin O’Grady’s own empirical research, it also incorporates the results of a number of other studies to argue for a multi-faith school subject in which all types of students are taught together regardless of their religious, ethnic and/or cultural background. I consider O’Grady’s book to be of value to the Swedish context and I intend to employ it in my own RE teacher training courses […] I would certainly recommend that other educators take advantage of O’Grady’s thoroughgoing study, especially as it applies to the training of religious education teachers."Jenny Berglund, Professor, Stockholm University, Sweden.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Motivation in RE: beginnings 2. RE, adolescence and creativity 3. Action research, ethnography, epistemology and ethics 4. RE as a dialogue with difference 5. Democratic citizenship or religious literacy? Aims and values for RE 6. Dialogue and conflict in RE 7. Democratic citizenship and RE revisited 8. Does RE Work? 9. Review, recommendations, questions for the future and final remarks

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Book SynopsisThe book fulfils the requirements of both the Department of Education and Science syllabus and the Catechetical Guidelines of the Irish Catholic Bishops.The text has been thoroughly revised and restructured, and simplified where necessary. Some new material has also been added.The idea of Communities of Faith' is introduced from the outset and then integrated throughout the text.This one-volume edition of All About Faith is suitable for mixed-ability classes. It follows a graded approach, reflecting both the student's growing understanding of religion and the questioning climate of today's classroom. Both examination-type questions and reflective exercises are included, making the book suitable for both examination and non-examination classes.Attractive full-colour design with numerous photographs and illustrations.

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Book SynopsisTarget exam success with My Revision Notes. Our updated approach to revision will help students learn, practise and apply their skills and understanding. Coverage of key content is combined with practical study tips and effective revision strategies to create a revision guide students can rely on to build both knowledge and confidence.My Revision Notes will help students to:- Plan and manage a successful revision programme using the topic-by-topic planner- Consolidate your knowledge by working through clear and focused content coverage- Test understanding and identify areas for improvement with regular tasks and answers- Improve exam technique through practice questions, expert tips and examples of typical mistakes to avoid

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Book SynopsisExam Board: OCRLevel: GCSESubject: RSFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Motivate every student to deepen their understanding and fulfil their potential by following a stimulating, well-paced course through the strengthened content requirements; produced by subject specialists and OCR''s Publishing Partner.- Equips students with the detailed knowledge they need to succeed with clear, lively explanations that make key concepts accessible to all ability levels.- Provides opportunities for students to learn, review and develop their knowledge and skills through a variety of engaging activities, discussion points and extension tasks to stretch high achievers.- Ensures that your lessons are both innovative and inclusive, supplying a bank of tasks that draw on best practice teaching methods.- Encourages students to take an active interest in every topic, using relevant news articles, real-life

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Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: RMPSFirst Teaching: August 2018First Exam: June 2019The only resource for RMPS at Higher level, by a bestselling author and expert in the field. Completely updated with the latest SQA assessment changes.This book provides comprehensive coverage of the updated Higher in Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies, but is also ideal for students across Scotland studying key topic areas in Morality and Belief as part of the broad general education and the senior phase of RME.- Written in a lively, accessible and engaging style that reflects real-life situations and moral issues- Highlights the importance of dealing with varieties of belief within religious traditions- Deals with up-to-date contemporary and topical issues in a highly practical manner

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Book SynopsisTrust the experts to bring together everything you need to teach the AQA GCSE Religious Studies A in a single book. Written by a subject specialist with examining experience and with content verified by faith advisors, this book will provide you with a comprehensive, creative and time-efficient teaching pathway through the reformed specification.- Enable students to build their knowledge and understanding as they progress through clear explanations of the content, engaging tasks and thought-provoking questions- Focus on the key themes of religious diversity, influence and impact with in-depth coverage of Christian, Hindu and Sikh beliefs and practices verified by faith advisors- Prepare students for assessment with skills-building activities, updated revision advice and practice questions - Cater for students of varying learning styles through a visually engaging approach that uses diagrams and artwork to enhance subject interest and understanding- Encourage students to take responsibility for their development, using student-friendly learning outcomes and quick knowledge-check questions to track their improvement

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Book SynopsisCome and celebrate some of the world's biggest festivals with us! We will take you on a step-by-step journey through each celebration, teaching you all about the stories and traditions we follow, as well as all the tasty food we eat. So, come and celebrate with us!

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Book SynopsisThis title features excellent photocopiable resources, with detailed artwork. Each book includes 50 per cent of activities dealing with Christianity. The balance covers Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism. It covers skills and processes synonymous with RE including investigation, interpretation, reflection, empathy, evaluation, analysis, application and expression. It is suitable for whole class investigations and discussions or for group and individual research. It provides extensive teachers notes.

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Book SynopsisThis title features excellent photocopiable resources, with detailed artwork. Each book includes 50 per cent of activities dealing with Christianity. The balance covers Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism. It covers skills and processes synonymous with RE including investigation, interpretation, reflection, empathy, evaluation, analysis, application and expression. It is suitable for whole class investigations and discussions or for group and individual research. It provides extensive teachers notes.

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Book SynopsisAn essential companion to help students master one of the most important areas of their Religious Studies course in Philosophy: knowing the key thinkers.- Provides an overview of each thinker''s life and their ideas, with key dates, social context and why they are important.- Helps students understand the thinkers'' main arguments and how they justified their approach to philosophy, allowing students to evaluate the theories them for themselves.- Exam guidance section in each chapter provides a focus for revision and includes advice on how different types of questions could be tackled.- Encourages students to explore each area of scholarly knowledge required by the specification, from grasping key ideas to knowing how to best criticise a thinker''s approach.- Puts ideas and theories into contemporary contexts to help students build their evaluation skills.- Timeline displaying an overview of the key dates for each thinker in relation to world events.

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Book SynopsisEmbark on Noah''s Ark for an amazing adventure The largest thunderstorm the world has ever seen covered God''s Great Earth. Washing the land of all that''s not good, God chose Noah to build an Ark of wood. As the storm approached, animals in pairs of twos boarded. The Story of Noah''s Ark teaches kids the wonderful story of how God called Noah to build an Ark and explores all the wonderful animals Noah helped save.Have fun identifying all the wonderful animals on Noah''s ArkGiraffes and zebras were located in the belly of the great Ark. Packed together so tightly, they could hardly move about! But the noisiest pairs came from birds of a feather, with toucans and peacocks, they all squawked together. The Story of Noah''s Ark helps kids visualize all the different types of animals that embarked on Noah''s Ark. Discover one of the bible''s greatest stories, filled with beautiful illustrations As the sun shined upon the water, the Ark sped toward dry land. All the animals had made it and would soon touch the sand. After 40 days of adventure, and 40 moons of goodnight, life would begin again, a fresh rainbow and sunlight. In The Story of Noah''s Ark, kids will learn one of the greatest biblical stories, allowing them to grow closer to God. Collect other books by Jimmy LynnJimmy Lynn is on a mission to help children build faith and a close relationship to God at an early age. He has helped thousands of children learn about the wonders, love, and word of God with books like The Ten Commandments and Ancient Adventures

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