Grade 7: Religions of the World (Term 1)
Textbook: This is RE
Week 1:
Topic: Introduction to the Search for Meaning
o Learning Intentions: Understand the concept of the search for meaning in
various contexts.
o Activities: Introduction to different approaches to finding meaning, class
discussion on personal searches for meaning.
Reading: Chapter on the Search for Meaning
o Learning Intentions: Explore different perspectives on seeking meaning.
o Activities: Reading and summarizing key points, group discussion.
Activity: Reflection Journal
o Learning Intentions: Reflect on personal views about the search for meaning.
o Activities: Write a reflective journal entry on what the search for meaning means
to them.
Week 2:
Topic: Religious Responses to Guidance
o Learning Intentions: Compare religious and non-religious responses to
guidance.
o Activities: Review various religious teachings and secular philosophies on
guidance.
Reading: Comparative Analysis of Religious Teachings
o Learning Intentions: Understand different religious responses to guidance.
o Activities: Reading excerpts from religious texts and secular sources, group
analysis.
Activity: Comparative Chart
o Learning Intentions: Create a chart comparing different responses to guidance.
o Activities: Research and presentation of different viewpoints in a chart format.
Week 3:
Topic: The Concept of Pilgrimage
o Learning Intentions: Understand the concept and significance of pilgrimage in
various religions.
o Activities: Introduction to the idea of pilgrimage and its importance in different
religions.
Reading: Case Studies on Pilgrimages (Jerusalem, Varanasi, Lourdes)
o Learning Intentions: Examine the significance of specific pilgrimage sites.
o Activities: Detailed reading and discussion on each pilgrimage site.
Activity: Pilgrimage Project
o Learning Intentions: Research and present on a chosen pilgrimage site.
o Activities: Prepare a presentation or report on the chosen pilgrimage site.
Week 4:
Topic: Tourists vs. Pilgrims
o Learning Intentions: Differentiate between the experiences of tourists and
pilgrims.
o Activities: Discuss and analyze the motivations and experiences of tourists versus
pilgrims.
Reading: Articles on Tourism and Pilgrimage
o Learning Intentions: Understand different perspectives on traveling for spiritual
versus recreational purposes.
o Activities: Reading articles, group discussion on the differences between tourism
and pilgrimage.
Activity: Debate on Tourism vs. Pilgrimage
o Learning Intentions: Articulate arguments for and against the commercialization
of pilgrimage sites.
o Activities: Structured debate on the impact of tourism on pilgrimage sites.
Week 5:
Topic: Exploration of Different Religious Teachings
o Learning Intentions: Investigate various religious teachings on the search for
meaning.
o Activities: Comparative study of different religious perspectives.
Reading: Selected Texts from Various Religions
o Learning Intentions: Analyze how different religions address the search for
meaning.
o Activities: Reading and group analysis of selected religious texts.
Activity: Group Presentation
o Learning Intentions: Present findings on how different religions approach the
search for meaning.
o Activities: Create and deliver group presentations on assigned religions.
Week 6:
Topic: Reflection on the Search for Meaning
o Learning Intentions: Reflect on personal insights gained from studying different
religious teachings.
o Activities: Personal reflection on how studying various teachings has influenced
their own views.
Reading: Reflection Essays from Various Perspectives
o Learning Intentions: Explore how different individuals reflect on their search for
meaning.
o Activities: Read and discuss reflection essays, write a personal reflection.
Activity: Personal Reflection Essay
o Learning Intentions: Write an essay reflecting on personal beliefs and insights
gained.
o Activities: Draft and revise a personal reflection essay.
Week 7:
Topic: The Role of Religion in Shaping Identity
o Learning Intentions: Understand how religious beliefs contribute to personal
and cultural identity.
o Activities: Discussion on how religion influences identity formation.
Reading: Case Studies on Religion and Identity
o Learning Intentions: Examine real-life examples of how religion shapes identity.
o Activities: Read and discuss case studies, analyze their impact on identity.
Activity: Identity Mapping
o Learning Intentions: Create a visual map of how various factors, including
religion, shape identity.
o Activities: Create and present identity maps.
Week 8:
Topic: The Concept of Afterlife in Various Religions
o Learning Intentions: Explore different beliefs about life after death.
o Activities: Introduction to concepts of afterlife across religions.
Reading: Texts on Afterlife Beliefs
o Learning Intentions: Understand various religious views on afterlife.
o Activities: Reading and discussion on afterlife concepts.
Activity: Comparative Afterlife Project
o Learning Intentions: Compare and contrast afterlife beliefs from different
religions.
o Activities: Research and create a comparative analysis project on afterlife beliefs.
Week 9:
Topic: The Influence of Religion on Ethical Choices
o Learning Intentions: Investigate how religious beliefs influence ethical decision-
making.
o Activities: Discuss how different religions shape ethical choices.
Reading: Articles on Religion and Ethics
o Learning Intentions: Analyze the relationship between religion and ethics.
o Activities: Read and discuss articles on ethical decision-making influenced by
religion.
Activity: Ethical Dilemmas Discussion
o Learning Intentions: Discuss and analyze ethical dilemmas from different
religious perspectives.
o Activities: Role-play and debate ethical dilemmas.
Week 10:
Topic: Religion and Social Justice
o Learning Intentions: Examine the role of religion in promoting social justice.
o Activities: Study the influence of religion on social justice movements.
Reading: Texts on Religion and Social Justice
o Learning Intentions: Understand how religion contributes to social justice
causes.
o Activities: Reading and discussion on social justice issues influenced by religion.
Activity: Social Justice Campaign
o Learning Intentions: Create a campaign addressing a social justice issue from a
religious perspective.
o Activities: Design and present a social justice campaign.
Week 11:
Topic: Comparative Study of Major World Religions
o Learning Intentions: Compare key aspects of major world religions.
o Activities: Review and discuss the major beliefs, practices, and rituals of different
religions.
Reading: Comparative Religious Texts
o Learning Intentions: Analyze similarities and differences between major
religions.
o Activities: Reading and group analysis of texts from different religions.
Activity: Comparative Religion Presentation
o Learning Intentions: Present findings on similarities and differences between
major religions.
o Activities: Prepare and deliver presentations on comparative religion studies.
Week 12:
Topic: Reflection on Personal Beliefs and Learning
o Learning Intentions: Reflect on personal beliefs and the impact of learning
about different religions.
o Activities: Personal reflection on the term's learnings and how it has influenced
their beliefs.
Reading: Reflection Essays from Class
o Learning Intentions: Share and discuss personal reflections on learning about
different religions.
o Activities: Read and discuss peer reflection essays.
Activity: Reflective Essay
o Learning Intentions: Write a reflective essay on personal beliefs and insights
gained throughout the term.
o Activities: Draft, revise, and present a reflective essay.
Week 13:
Topic: Term Review and Final Assessment
o Learning Intentions: Review and consolidate understanding of all topics covered
during the term.
o Activities: Comprehensive review of all topics, final assessments.
Reading: Review of Key Concepts
o Learning Intentions: Reinforce understanding of key concepts and learning
outcomes.
o Activities: Group review sessions, quizzes.
Activity: Final Project Presentation
o Learning Intentions: Present final projects that integrate learning from the term.
o Activities: Final project presentations, peer feedback.
Grade 8: Religions of the World (Term 1)
Textbook: This is RE
Week 1:
Topic: Introduction to Identity in Religion
o Learning Intentions: Explore how religions address the question of identity.
o Activities: Introduction to the concept of identity from different religious
perspectives.
Reading: Chapter on Identity and Religion
o Learning Intentions: Understand how religion shapes personal and collective
identity.
o Activities: Reading and summarizing key points on identity.
Activity: Identity Reflection
o Learning Intentions: Reflect on personal identity and its connection to religious
beliefs.
o Activities: Write a reflective piece on personal identity.
Week 2:
Topic: The Role of Religion in Shaping Identity
o Learning Intentions: Investigate how different religions contribute to identity
formation.
o Activities: Discuss various religious teachings on identity.
Reading: Religious Texts on Identity
o Learning Intentions: Analyze religious texts that address the concept of identity.
o Activities: Group reading and discussion.
Activity: Identity Map
o Learning Intentions: Create a visual representation of personal identity
influenced by religion.
o Activities: Design and share identity maps.
Week 3:
Topic: Religious Beliefs and the Environment
o Learning Intentions: Understand how different religions view and treat the
environment.
o Activities: Study religious teachings on environmental stewardship.
Reading: Articles on Religion and the Environment
o Learning Intentions: Analyze how religious beliefs impact environmental
practices.
o Activities: Read and discuss religious perspectives on the environment.
Activity: Environmental Ethics Debate
o Learning Intentions: Debate different religious views on environmental ethics.
o Activities: Structured debate on environmental issues.
Week 4:
Topic: Religion and Social Justice
o Learning Intentions: Explore the relationship between religion and social justice
movements.
o Activities: Study how different religions advocate for social justice and equality.
Reading: Texts on Religious Social Justice Movements
o Learning Intentions: Understand the role of religion in promoting social change.
o Activities: Group reading and discussion on key social justice movements led by
religious figures.
Activity: Social Justice Role Play
o Learning Intentions: Engage in role play to understand the perspectives of
religious leaders advocating for social justice.
o Activities: Perform role play activities, followed by reflective discussions.
Week 5:
Topic: The Transition from Life to Death in Religion
o Learning Intentions: Examine how different religions view and handle the
transition from life to death.
o Activities: Study religious rituals and beliefs related to death and the afterlife.
Reading: Comparative Study of Afterlife Beliefs
o Learning Intentions: Compare beliefs about death and the afterlife across
various religions.
o Activities: Read and discuss religious texts and beliefs related to the afterlife.
Activity: Afterlife Exploration Project
o Learning Intentions: Create a project exploring the afterlife beliefs in a specific
religion.
o Activities: Research, design, and present a project on afterlife beliefs.
Week 6:
Topic: Religious Rituals and Their Role in Life Transitions
o Learning Intentions: Understand the significance of religious rituals in marking
life transitions.
o Activities: Examine various religious rituals associated with birth, coming of age,
marriage, and death.
Reading: Case Studies on Religious Rituals
o Learning Intentions: Analyze the role of rituals in different religions.
o Activities: Group reading and analysis of case studies on rituals.
Activity: Rituals Presentation
o Learning Intentions: Present findings on a selected religious ritual.
o Activities: Prepare and deliver a presentation on a chosen ritual.
Week 7:
Topic: The Concept of Sacred Space in Religion
o Learning Intentions: Explore the importance of sacred spaces in various
religions.
o Activities: Study religious texts and teachings on the significance of sacred
spaces.
Reading: Sacred Spaces in Major Religions
o Learning Intentions: Understand the concept of sacred spaces and their impact
on religious practice.
o Activities: Read and discuss the importance of places like temples, churches,
mosques, and pilgrimage sites.
Activity: Sacred Space Field Study
o Learning Intentions: Conduct a field study of a local sacred space or research
one virtually.
o Activities: Visit or research a sacred space and present findings to the class.
Week 8:
Topic: Religious Responses to Ethical Dilemmas
o Learning Intentions: Investigate how religions approach and resolve ethical
dilemmas.
o Activities: Discuss various ethical issues and how different religions provide
guidance.
Reading: Ethical Teachings in World Religions
o Learning Intentions: Analyze religious teachings on key ethical issues.
o Activities: Group reading and discussion on ethical teachings.
Activity: Ethical Case Study Analysis
o Learning Intentions: Analyze and present on an ethical case study from a
religious perspective.
o Activities: Research and present an ethical dilemma, followed by class
discussion.
Week 9:
Topic: The Role of Religion in Conflict and Peacebuilding
o Learning Intentions: Explore how religion has been a source of both conflict and
peace.
o Activities: Study historical and contemporary examples of religious conflict and
peace efforts.
Reading: Case Studies on Religion and Conflict
o Learning Intentions: Understand the dual role of religion in conflict and
peacebuilding.
o Activities: Read and analyze case studies on religious conflicts and peace
processes.
Activity: Peacebuilding Workshop
o Learning Intentions: Develop strategies for peacebuilding based on religious
principles.
o Activities: Participate in a workshop to create peacebuilding strategies inspired
by religious teachings.
Week 10:
Topic: Religion, Law, and Society
o Learning Intentions: Examine the influence of religion on law and societal
norms.
o Activities: Discuss how religious beliefs shape laws and societal behaviors.
Reading: Religious Laws and Secular Society
o Learning Intentions: Analyze the interaction between religious laws and secular
legal systems.
o Activities: Reading and discussion on religious influence on legal frameworks.
Activity: Mock Trial on Religious Law
o Learning Intentions: Participate in a mock trial to understand the role of
religious law in society.
o Activities: Role-play a mock trial where religious law conflicts with secular law.
Week 11:
Topic: Religion and Globalization
o Learning Intentions: Explore how globalization has impacted religious practices
and beliefs.
o Activities: Study the spread of religions and the influence of global
interconnectedness.
Reading: Articles on Religion in a Globalized World
o Learning Intentions: Understand the impact of globalization on religious
diversity and practice.
o Activities: Group reading and discussion on the effects of globalization on
religion.
Activity: Global Religion Project
o Learning Intentions: Research and present on the global spread of a specific
religion.
o Activities: Create a project detailing how a religion has spread globally and
adapted to different cultures.
Week 12:
Topic: Reflection on Religious Identity and Learning
o Learning Intentions: Reflect on how religious studies have influenced personal
identity and understanding.
o Activities: Personal reflection and discussion on the impact of learning about
world religions.
Reading: Reflection Essays from Students
o Learning Intentions: Share and discuss personal reflections on the influence of
religious education.
o Activities: Read and discuss peer reflections on religious identity.
Activity: Reflective Journal Entry
o Learning Intentions: Write a reflective journal entry summarizing key learnings
and personal growth.
o Activities: Draft and revise a reflective journal entry.
Week 13:
Topic: Term Review and Final Assessment
o Learning Intentions: Review and consolidate understanding of all topics covered
during the term.
o Activities: Comprehensive review of all topics, final assessments.
Reading: Key Concepts Review
o Learning Intentions: Reinforce understanding of key concepts and learning
outcomes.
o Activities: Group review sessions, quizzes, and discussions.
Activity: Final Project Presentation
o Learning Intentions: Present final projects that integrate learning from the term.
o Activities: Final project presentations, peer feedback, and self-reflection.
