What will my child learn in year 8?
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Term 1 |
Buddhism
This term students will learn from and about the religion of Buddhism. Students will learn about the foundations of the faith. |
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Term 2 |
Rules
This term students consider what it means for a Buddhist to live their life according to the Eightfold Path and Four Noble Truths. Students will evaluate the purpose of rules and happiness. |
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Term 3 |
Islam
This term students from about the religion of Islam. Students will learn about the foundations of the faith. |
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Term 4 |
Judgement
This term students will consider what happens after we die. Does the soul live on beyond this world, are near death experiences proof of an afterlife? Students will evaluate the purpose of judgement in deciding what happens after death. |
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Term 5 |
Bible
This term students will explore the books of the Bible and their purpose. Students will examine the evolution of the Bible and the use of the Bible to manipulate the poor in the C15th. |
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Term 6 |
Authority
This term students consider whether following the Bible makes someone a good person, referring to the Reformation in Europe and the move away from the Catholic Church in England. |