What can I do with philosophy? Business / international business Marketing and management The government, foreign service, or the Peace Corps Counseling and Social Work Education Journalism / publishing Law Medicine Event planning, hospitality, or the service industry Museums and the arts
Why do Philosophy? Philosophy encourages students to reflect on themselves and others in the world around them. It helps them with textual analysis, research and essay writing skills.
What is the course? AQA SPEC A Consists of two examination papers worth 50% each. Paper 1: Study of religion. Focusing on beliefs, teachings and practises. Islam Christianity Paper 2: Ethical and philosophical themes. Relationships and family War and conflict Revelation Early life Human rights and social justice Crime and punishment
What is the course? How it's assessed Each paper consists of a 1 hour 45 minutes written paper 96 marks (plus 5 marks for Spelling, punctuation and grammar) Questions The questions follow a common structure of 1, 2, 4, 5 and 12 mark question. Multiple choice Name two Influences Beliefs and Teachings Evaluation
Question 1: Multiple choice Which one only circle one. If you make a mist ake simply put one cross through the answer an d circle the other. (1 mark) Question 2: Give/name two Write two responses. They only need to be sing le words or short sentences. DO NOT expand. (2 marks) Question 3: Explain similarities/ differences (contrasting). Be sure to read the question carefully to under stand the instruction. Have to include 2 points and 2 explanations to gain full marks. (4 marks) Question 4: Explain two beliefs/teachings On this question you have to use a teaching to back up your point. You gain 1 mark for each poi nt and a further for your explanation. (5 marks) Question 5: Evaluate the statement. Read the question carefully, what are the key words? What key words could you include? Agree points Disagree points Have I referred to religion? Have I linked back to the question? Have I concluded? (12 marks + 5 SPAG)
Why these religions? Statistically the largest religion in the world. United kingdom deems Christian ity as it s main faith. Most students will have some kn owledge of Christianity Lots of different denominations to look at. Statistically the second largest religion in the world. There are many misconceptions regarding the religion, that we can learn about. The religion most likely to be in the news and therefore can ma ke our lessons current. Lots of different denomination s to look at.
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Religion and Life Some themes within this module will include: The origins of life and the universe The value of human life Human stewardship of the planet Human use of animals The relationship between Science and Religion Religious attitudes to abortion Sanctity of Life vs. Quality of Life Religious views on life after death
Religion Peace and Conflict Some themes within this module will include: Religion, violence, terrorism and war Peace and forgiveness Religious teachings about violence Religious attitudes about reasons for war Religion and belief in 21 st Century conflict
Religion Crime and Punishment Some themes within this module will include: Religious teachings about good and evil actions Religious attitudes about crime, including poverty Religious attitudes towards those who break the law Hate crimes Retribution Deterrence Community Service Reformation
The Learning. What is expected of me? 3x weekly lessons 1x weekly h/w Students will engage in a very interactive learning environment with lots of different activities going on here are some examples: Case studies Discussions Presentations Court cases ICT
Opportunities Take part in and run after school club called P4C. Trip to Winchester University Trip to St Paul s Cathedral and a London Mosque. Speakers
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