PAINSLEY RC HIGH SCHOOL RELIGIOUS STUDIES DEPARTMENT ?
Year 7 developmental Scheme of work
OUTLINE OF MODULES TERM 1 1. Community and responsibility This module examines the idea of Christian community and how this sense of community is expressed in Christian life and practice. TERM 2 2. Belief and action An exploration of the life, actions and example of Jesus Christian belief about death and life after death TERM 3 3. Worship - Sign, Symbol and Sacrament Pupils will consider ideas about what is sacred - times places and people. This will lead to an exploration of prayer and sacrament 4. Family Life Education A look at the development of human life from the earliest stages and a reflection on the belief that human life is a gift from God and people are made in the image of God.
Term 1
1. COMMUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITY
The specific attainment objectives are differentiated SN = Special needs LA = Low ability MA = Middle ability HA = High ability
about the life of Jesus and the early Christians - know the names of the four Gospels and their purpose as the Good News about Jesus Christ - Know how the Bible is used by Christians today
MA - know that the Bible is made up of many books and be able to give some examples of the different styles of writing found in the particular books - (Genesis, Psalms, Proverbs, Gospels, etc.) - be able to describe how the Bible is divided into the Old and the New Testaments, and how these two books are divided (Law, history, Letters etc.) and its basic chronology. |
- be able to describe how the Bible is used by Christians today.
HA - know that the Bible is made up of many books and be able to give a number of examples of the
different styles of writing found in the particular books
(Genesis, Psalms, Proverbs, Gospels, etc.)
- be able to describe how the Bible is divided into the Old and the New Testaments, and how
these two books are divided (Law, history, Letters etc.) and its basic chronology.
- be able to describe in detail how the Bible is used by Christians today.
p References in the Bible
SN - Know that the books in the Bible are broken up into chapters and verses.
be able to, with guidance, be able to look up references.
LA -. Know that the books in the Bible are broken up into chapters and verses.
be able to be able to look up references.
MA - Know that the books in the Bible are broken up into chapters and verses.
be able to be able to look up references.
HA - Know that the books in the Bible are broken up into chapters and verses.
be able to be able to look up references.
p Covenant
SN - understand the meaning of the word ‘covenant’ as a promise between God and his people.
- know about the story of Abraham or any other covenant story studied.
LA - be able to explain in writing the meaning of the word covenant as a promise between God and
his people.
- be able to describe the story of Abraham or any other covenant story studied and the
characters responded to God’s call.
MA - be able to write about the covenant story with reference to stories in the Bible.
HA - be able to write in detail about the covenant story with reference to stories in the Bible.
p Ten Commandments
SN - understand the ten commandments as God’s guidelines for people he loves.
- have looked at and be able to give examples of the ten commandments.
LA - understand the ten commandments as God’s guidelines for people he loves.
- have looked at and be able to explain the meaning of any given commandment.
MA - be able to explain the meaning and purpose of the ten commandments and have considered
their relevance for today.
HA - be able to explain in detail the meaning and purpose of the ten commandments and be able to
comment on their relevance for today.
p ‘Greatest Commandment’
SN - have looked at Jesus’ teaching on the greatest commandment.
- be have considered how people could follow this teaching
LA - be able to write about the ‘Greatest commandment’ and explain
how people could follow this teaching.
MA - be able to explain the implications of Jesus’ teaching with reference to scriptural
examples of this teaching in practice.
HA - be able to explain in detail the implications of Jesus’ teaching with reference to scriptural
examples of this teaching in practice.
p The advent of Christ
SN - understand the Christian belief that Jesus came into the world because he loves us.
- look at the one of the nativity stories
- look at how Christians celebrate Jesus’ coming into the world at Christmas
LA - understand the Christian belief that Jesus came into the world because he loves us.
- be able to describe in their own words one of the nativity stories
- be able to explain how Christians celebrate Jesus’ coming into the world at Christmas
MA - be able to explain Jesus’ advent into the world as an expression of God’s love and a
continuation of the covenant with some reference to relevant aspects of the nativity stories.
- be able to explain how and why Christians celebrate Jesus’ coming into the world at
Christmas
HA - be able to explain Jesus’ advent into the world as an expression of God’s love, a fulfilment of
OT prophesy and a continuation of the covenant with reference to relevant aspects of the
nativity stories.
- be able to explain how and why Christians celebrate Jesus’ coming into the world at
Christmas
Assessment Tasks
Term 2
2. BELIEF AND ACTION
Topics in module |
i. Gospel Values ii. Death and life after death |
i. Gospel Values |
Gospel values The actions of Jesus |
Aims |
Gospel Values To explore ideas of what is right and what is wrong To examine the values laid out in the Gospel To examine Jesus' use of parable to convey his teaching The examine the way in which Jesus lived out this teaching, particularly in his attitude towards others. To consider our attitudes towards others (esp. the handicapped) |
Resources |
Love One Another Seeking Religion - ‘Jesus’ |
Specific Attainment Objectives |
That pupils should: p The teachings of Jesus in parables SN - know what a parable is, and say at a simple level why Jesus used them - be able to give an example of a parable LA - know what a parable is, and say why Jesus used them - be able to give an example of a parable and a simple explanation of its meaning MA - know what a parable is, and say why Jesus used them. - be able to give an examples of a number of parables and an explanation of their meaning. HA - know what a parable is, and be able to explain in detail why Jesus used them. - be able to give an examples of a number of parables and to recognise their meaning. p The actions of Jesus SN - Look at instances and understand how Jesus practised what he taught in his treatment of others; especially sinners. - Consider their own attitude towards groups who have been treated unjustly (Due to handicap, race etc.) - consider how a Christian could put Jesus’ teaching into practice. LA - Look at instances and understand how Jesus practised what he taught in his treatment of others; especially sinners. - Consider their own attitude towards groups who have been treated unjustly (Due to handicap, race etc.) - consider how a Christian could put Jesus’ teaching into practice. MA - To be able to explain and give examples of how Jesus lived out his teaching, in particular how he treated others; especially sinners. - To reflect on one’s attitude to others (Especially to groups who have been treated unjustly, due to handicap, race etc., and be able to write in detail about them) - consider how a Christian could put Jesus’ teaching into practice, and know examples of how Christians have put this teaching into practice. HA - be able to explain and give detailed examples of how Jesus lived out his teaching, in particular how he treated others; especially sinners. - To reflect on one’s attitude to others (Especially to groups who have been treated unjustly, due to handicap, race etc.) and be able to write in detail about them. - consider how a Christian could put Jesus’ teaching into practice, and know examples of how Christians have put this teaching into practice.
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Assessment Tasks |
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ii. Death and life after death |
Death and life after death The Passion of Christ Belief in life after death: Christian Hindu
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Aims |
Death and life after death To consider the fact of suffering and death in the world and consider To explore Hindu or Buddhist belief about life after death To reflect upon Jesus' suffering and death in the Gospels To consider beliefs about life after death To consider Christian belief about life after death through exploring the resurrection of Christ To look at the Easter celebration and Christian concepts of new life in Christ To look at the celebration of Pentecost
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Resources |
Seeking religion - ‘Jesus’ From the cradle to the grave
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Specific Attainment Objectives |
That pupils should: p Hindu/Buddhist belief about life after death SN - gain a simple knowledge and understanding of reincarnation and the concept of karma LA - gain a knowledge and understanding of reincarnation and the concept of karma MA - gain a knowledge and understanding of reincarnation and the concept of karma and be able to explain it in simple terms. HA - gain a knowledge and understanding of reincarnation and the concept of karma and be able to explain it in detail. p Jesus’ suffering death and resurrection SN - Gain an insight in to the suffering death and resurrection as portrayed in the Gospels. - Look at the celebration of Easter and to understand the idea of new life in Christ - Gain a basic understanding of the celebration of Pentecost. LA - Gain an insight in to the suffering death and resurrection as portrayed in the Gospels. - Study the celebration of Easter and understand the idea of new life in Christ - Gain a basic understanding of the celebration of Pentecost. MA - Gain an in-depth insight into the suffering death and resurrection as portrayed in the Gospels. - Study in detail the celebration of Easter and be able to explain the idea of new life in Christ - Look at the celebration of Pentecost, and recognise its importance to the Christian church. HA - Gain a full and detailed insight into the suffering death and resurrection as portrayed in the Gospels. - Study in detail the celebration of Easter and be able to explain the idea of new life in Christ - Look at the celebration of Pentecost, and recognise its importance to the Christian church.
p Christian belief about life after death SN - Be given the opportunity to reflect on what happens after death. - Know the basic Christian belief about life after death. LA - Be given the opportunity to reflect on what happens after death. - Know the basic Christian belief about life after death. MA - Be given the opportunity to reflect upon and evaluate different thoughts about life after death. - Know and be able to explain the Christian belief about life after death. HA - Be given the opportunity to reflect upon and evaluate different thoughts about life after death. - Know and be able to explain in detail the Christian belief about life after death.
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Assessment Tasks |
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Term 3
3. WORSHIP - Sign, Symbol and Sacrament
Topics in module |
i. Sign, symbol, sacrament
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i. Sign, symbol, sacrament |
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Aims |
To consider that some places/people/times are special To consider the sacred, what is sacred and how we acknowledge the sacred nature of something or someone (by Looking at ancient sacred sites: pyramids etc. and Hindu iconography) To explore the nature and purpose of worship, looking especially at prayer and developing the pupils own experience of prayer To consider the use of sign and symbol in worship To explore the meaning and nature the seven sacraments in the Roman Catholic church
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Resources |
LOA WTW - CCV1 WTW - CCV2 pg. 1-21
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Specific Attainment Objectives |
Assessment Tasks |
That pupils would: p have considered ideas of what is considered sacred by people and know examples of sacred sites or objects - in particular Christian sites or objects p know and recognise the main features in a Roman Catholic Church p have explored different styles of prayer and worship and understand their purpose in peoples lives. p have reflected upon Jesus’ teaching on prayer |
p Produce their own design for a modern Catholic Church - incorporating all the main features one would need in a Roman Catholic Church p Produce a leaflet showing and describing the variety of prayer within the Christian Church p Written test on scriptural references relating to Jesus’ teaching on prayer |
Half term
Revision and exams
4. Family Life Education
Topics in module |
i. The beginning of human life
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i. The beginning of human life 3 weeks |
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Aims |
To look at the development of human life from the earliest stages To consider human life as a gift from God and the belief that people are made in the image of God To consider that the human body is special and deserving of respect by all |
Resources |
SUTW Family Life Education
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Specific Attainment Objectives |
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