Religious Studies
Link to: Religious Studies Progression Plan
Religious Education aims to teach students about the defining features of all the major world religions, as well as the major secular movements within the public sphere. It also aims to impart to students a confidence to employ ethics and critical thinking in their everyday lives.
Religious Education teaches students to attempt questions that do not have a clear or simple answer. An ability to attack questions with vigour despite the knowledge that they may not find an easy answer is something that breeds character and determination. Coupled with this is the benefit of combatting ignorance and polarised viewpoints through in-depth study of different religions and cultures.
For queries about the Religious Education curriculum, or to discuss your right to withdraw your child from RE, please contact your child's Faculty Assistant Principle info@harrismerton.org.uk
KS3 (Years 7, 8 & 9)
Link to: Year 7 Religious Studies In Year Progression Plan
Link to: Year 8 Religious Studies In Year Progression Plan
Link to: Year 9 Religious Studies In Year Progression Plan
Assessment
Through targeted questioning methods in each lesson
Through the use of structured peer and self-assessment methods
Through summative assessments as per ARR calendar dates
USEFUL RESOURCES:
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KS4 (Years 10 & 11)
Link to: Year 10 Religious Studies In Year Progression Plan
Link to: Year 11 Religious Studies In Year Progression Plan
Link: Exam Specification
Assessment
Through targeted questioning methods in each lesson
Through the use of structured peer and self-assessment methods
With reference to AQA Assessment Objectives as follows
AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of religion and belief, including: beliefs, practices and sources of authority, influence on individuals, communities and societies, similarities and differences within and/or between religions and beliefs
AO2: Analyse and evaluate aspects of religion and belief*, including their significance and influence.
Component 1, comprises the study of religions, beliefs, teaching and practices. Students study the religions of Christianity and Islam.
Component 2, is the study of four thematic studies: relationships and families, religion and life, peace and conflict, and crime and punishment
Useful Resources
- Text book 1 - GCSE Religious Studies for AQA A: Christianity
- Text book 2 - GCSE Religious Studies for AQA A: Islam
- Revision guide - AQA GCSE Religious Studies A: Christianity and Islam Revision Guide
