Tag Archives: Social studies
Ethical education to be strengthened
Study About Religions in the Social Studies Curriculum
National Council for the Social Studies along with the Religion in the Schools Committee and the Curriculum Committee provide some very detailed guidelines on the objectives of the study about religions.
The Mormons
The Mormons is a 4 hour documentary on one of the fastest growing religions in the world. Interviews with church members, writers and historians as well as supporters and critics. Teacher Guides are also provided, as well as other links. … Continue reading
Classroom Diversity
This is a description of an icebreaker, especially for very young children. It also offers a way of integrating migrants into the educational system, and enabling young children to know more about their classmates and their cultures
Traditions and Transformations: Jewish Religion and Culture
In this lesson, students learn about Jewish culture, Jewish religious and secular traditions including holidays, sacred and secular music, dance, and visual arts. They also consider the relationship between religious traditions and secular cultural traditions. Resources include segments from Religion … Continue reading
‘Nationals’ aim to equip pupils for the 21st century