Guidelines Archive
Teaching About Religions in European School Systems
This study was prepared within the framework of the “Religion and Democracy in Europe” Initiative of the Network of European Foundations (NEF). It provides an overview of the diversity of approaches in place in the European Union as far as … Continue reading
Racial discrimination, religious intolerance and education
A study entitled “Racial discrimination, religious intolerance and education”, prepared by Mr. Abdelfattah Amor, Special Rapporteur of the Commission on Human Rights on religious intolerance, in accordance with Commission resolution 1999/78.
Exploring ultimate questions
“How can ultimate questions confronting humanity be explored effectively at key stage 3? Staff at William Farr had been seeking for an inspirational way to introduce philosophy and religious ethics in RE. The key concept of meaning, purpose and truth … Continue reading
KS3 Attainment: Raising Aspirations
“Synopsis: A look at one secondary school’s use of aspirational targets, focusing on an English lesson and an RE lesson that utilise teaching resources from the Sport Relief 08 fundraising campaign. Schools standard adviser Val McGregor pays a visit to … Continue reading
KS 3/4 RE Teaching RE to Muslim Students: Studying Buddhism
“Synopsis: Find out how RE teacher approaches the study of Buddhism with a Year 8 class of mainly Muslim pupils. Azam Ali is head of RE at Challenge College in Bradford where most pf the students are Muslim. The majority … Continue reading
Interfaith calendar
“Primary sacred times for world religions.” (Retrieved on September 8, 2008 from http://www.interfaithcalendar.org/2008.htm).
Intercultural Dialogue on the Visualization of Local Knowledge: Films on Hereditary Singers in Ethiopia
This paper explores the constructive dialogue between an anthropologist/filmmaker and the audience on the visualization of knowledge through anthropological films. It focuses on the role of the audience in the formation and rediscovery of cultural identity with regard to local … Continue reading
Learning to Listen: Intercultural Dialogue in Africa
This publication marks the start of a 3 year British Council project called Intercultural Dialogue in Africa. Responding to one of the major cultural relations challenges of the age, the project seeks to build understanding and trust between Muslims and … Continue reading
Declaration by the European Ministers of Education on intercultural education in the new European context
The European Ministers of Education emphasize the importance of enhancing the quality of education as a response to the challenges posed by the diversity of our societies by making democracy learning and intercultural education key components of educational reform. They … Continue reading
Faith, Religion and Dialogue: Educational Report
This report is a starting point for aiding learning in faith, religion and dialogue between them. It is aimed at youth workers and leaders, trainers and individuals with an active interest in issues related to youth, faith and inter-religious dialogue. … Continue reading