High school philosophy and ethics resources

AQA Philosophy A-Level Utilitarianism Theory Complete Notes Provides a Complete and Detailed Summary of the Topic to Help Revision

AQA A-Level Philosophy The Design Argument Complete Notes Provides a Complete and Detailed Summary of the Topic for Students

AQA Philosophy A-Level The Cosmological Argument Complete Notes Provides a Complete and Detailed Summary of the Topic

AQA Philosophy A-Level Religious Language Complete Notes Summarises in Detail The Topic to Aid Student’s Revision

AQA Philosophy A-Level Problem of Evil Complete Revision Notes Gives Students an Overall Summary of the Topic

AQA Philosophy A-Level Ontological Argument Revision Notes Complete Notes to Aid Students to Revise the Topic

AQA Philosophy A Level Notes on Kantian Deontology A Summary of Kantian Deontology to Help Students Revise

AQA Philosophy A-Level Notes on Substance Dualism and Example Questions Helps Revise the Topic and Aids Teaching Essay Writing Skills

An excellent and informative lesson covering in detail Kant’s Moral Argument for the existence of God, along with assessing the strengths and weaknesses of this argument. The power point follows a clear structure and can therefore be used exactly how it has been laid out along with the resources provided, which are well detailed and can be used as a reading activity and revision material for pupils. Essentially everything you need has been provided here. Hope this lesson helps and please leave a review!

AQA Philosophy A- Level. Prompt Questions for Ethics and Ethical Language Helps Students Memorise Course Content

AQA A Level Philosophy Example Essay Covering Whether Reliablism Can Overcome the Issues Aimed at JBT Knowledge Can Be Used as an Example to Demonstrate Good and Bad Essay Writing Skills.

AQA A Level Philosophy Students Example Essay Can be used to highlight good and bad essay writing skills.

This resource was designed for students studying Christopher Marlowe’s play The Jew of Malta, but it could equally be of use to teachers and students of History or Politics, as well as English and Drama. It consists of a brief overview of Machiavelli’s life and work, with 3 copies per page to ease printing, photocopying and distribution.

An excellent and informative lesson covering in detail Kant’s Moral Argument for the existence of God, along with assessing the strengths and weaknesses of this argument. The power point follows a clear structure and can therefore be used exactly how it has been laid out along with the resources provided, which are well detailed and can be used as a reading activity and revision material for pupils. Essentially everything you need has been provided here. Hope this lesson helps and please leave a review!

These outstanding resources on medical ethic issues linked to the science curriculum have been bundled together to give to you exceptional value. These card sorts are great for the full range of ability and are designed to help promote debate and discussion of these difficult topics. You can cut them out and put them into an envelope for students to sort or you can get them to cut, sort and stick them into their books. Failing that they can create a key or use highlighters and stick the information into their books. Whenever possible, I have linked in videos that are suitable for classroom use that cover both sides of the debate and can be previewed alongside our resources. Everything is supplied in Microsoft Word and can be easily customized to suit your students . For more information, please click on each resource.

These outstanding resources on controversial issues linked to the science curriculum have been bundled together to give to you exceptional value. These card sorts are great for the full range of ability and are designed to help promote debate and discussion of these difficult topics. You can cut them out and put them into an envelope for students to sort or you can get them to cut, sort and stick them into their books. Failing that they can create a key or use highlighters and stick the information into their books. Whenever possible, I have linked in videos that are suitable for classroom use that cover both sides of the debate and can be previewed alongside our resources. Everything is supplied in Microsoft Word and can be easily customized to suit your students . For more information, please click on each resource.

Should scientist be allowed to play God with nature in order to solve the problems caused by climate change, disease and defective genes? What are the dangers and benefits of swapping genes from one species to another? This outstanding resource has been tried and tested in the classroom over many years and aims to help students understand some of the ethical and religious arguments for and against Genetic Modification or GM. . It can be used as a starter, plenary or main activity to accompany any main stream text book or resource on this topic. The nature of the task means that it appeals to the full range of ability. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as sixteen fully editable statements that can sorted under them. I’ve also linked in two video clips to this page which are worthwhile watching with your students depending on their ability. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: The Value of LIfe Know: What is Genetic Modification? Understand: What are the arguments for and against scientists being allowed to modify genes? Evaluate: Should scientist interfere with the laws of nature through genetic modification? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - What is genetic modification and why are some people opposed to it? Explain - the arguments for and against using genetic modification? Analyze - Should scientist be allowed to use GM technologies to save or improve life? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

Should scientist be allowed to swap genes from one species to another? Should they be allowed to play God with nature in order to solve the problems caused by climate change, disease and defective genes? This outstanding resource has been tried and tested in the classroom over many years and aims to help students understand some of the ethical and religious arguments for and against Genetic Modification or GM. . It can be used as a starter, plenary or main activity to accompany any main stream text book or resource on this topic. The nature of the task means that it appeals to the full range of ability. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as sixteen fully editable statements that can sorted under them. I’ve also linked in two video clips to this page which are worthwhile watching with your students depending on their ability. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: The Value of LIfe Know: What is Genetic Modification? Understand: What are the arguments for and against scientists being allowed to modify genes? Evaluate: Should scientist interfere with the laws of nature through genetic modification? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - What is genetic modification and why are some people opposed to it? Explain - the arguments for and against using genetic modification? Analyze - Should scientist be allowed to use GM technologies to save or improve life? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

Never plan an evaluation skills lesson again with this Evaluation Skills resource. All you have to do is enter the topic and let the pupils do the rest. Starter: Debate generator. Our debate generate is packed with 60 generic topics for discussion. Simply click the spin button and stop button to select a topic. The class can then be divided into two to discuss the + & - Add your topic and statement/ question to slides 10 & 25. This will introduce the pupils to the topic and remind them of it when they come to plan. Pupils have doodle note sheets to make notes as the lesson progresses should they wish. Pupils watch a clip of how to structure paragraphs with the PEEL framework. Pupils are given two frameworks to use WAWOS and SONIC (Lower Ability pupils) There are some general rules of thumb for evaluation questions (this is explained) Pupils are taken through how they should divide the time given to them when answering such questions. There is a planning sheet that can be given for each evaluation question. Pupils are also give a marking framework to use during a peer or self assessment (your decision which assessment is used here) There are 6 TeachElite timers in this pack- 1 min, 2 min, 3 min, 6 min, 8 min & 16 min. Plenary: Pupils have a reflective plenary whereby they discuss their learning hurdles. Homework/Extension : A SMART target sheet has been included in the pack should you wish to ask pupils to fill this out next lesson or for homework (based on their attainment during this lesson). If you review this resource we will give you another resource for FREE. We hope that you enjoy this resource! We would love your feedback, if you like what you see, please follow us: on Tes <a href=“https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/TeachElite”>TeachElite’s Shop</a> click the’Follow this Author button’ . We will keep you updated on any sales we throw or FREEBIES we upload. <br /> <br /> You can find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeachEliteRE<br /> and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachElite/

Four exemplar essays to use with students to show one of the possible ways of answering the questions set in the 2018 exam for Philosophy of Religion. They were written in as close to exam conditions as possible and have a clear and logical structure. ‘Corporate religious experiences are less reliable than individual religious experiences.’ Discuss (40 marks) ‘The best approach to understanding religious language is through the cataphatic way’ discuss (40 marks) Assess Boethius’s view that divine eternity does not limit human freewill (40 marks) To what extent does Hume successfully argue that observation does not prove the existence of God? (40 marks) I have been teaching Religious Studies for 10 years and have recent examiner experience.

A detailed information sheet covering Kant’s Moral argument - along with the strengths and weaknesses of his argument. A useful information pack which covers everything in detail and can be used as a revision resource as well as a reading activity within lessons.

Here is our grab and go 10 hour unit based on the Sanctity of Life. f you review this resource we will give you another resource for FREE. We hope that you enjoy this resource! We would love your feedback, if you like what you see, please follow us: on Tes <a href=“https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/TeachElite”>TeachElite’s Shop</a> click the’Follow this Author button’ . We will keep you updated on any sales we throw or FREEBIES we upload. <br /> <br /> You can find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeachEliteRE<br /> and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachElite/

A full lesson covering all the key areas of utilitarianism - from Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mills perspective. Essentially everything you need has been provided for you here. This power point presentation follows a clear structure. It explores in detail the key areas of utilitarianism from both Jeremy Bentham’s perspective and John Stuart Mill perspective. The information provided is very detailed and informative and is great if your subject knowledge is not up to scratch. The other resource provided can be used as a reading activity within the lesson as well as revision material. The whole ethical theory is broken down into chunks and explains everything in a clear and concise manner. Hope your pupils find the resources useful and informative. Please leave a review.

Should scientist be allowed to cone animals to help solve a variety of problems from food shortages, organ failure and infertility? This is a hotly debated topics which overlaps into several areas of the curriculum . Should scientists be allowed to play God? This outstanding resource has been tried and tested in the classroom over many years and aims to help students understand some of the ethical and religious arguments for and against cloning. It can be used as a starter, plenary or main activity to accompany any main stream text book or resource on this topic. The nature of the task means that it appeals to the full range of ability. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as sixteen fully editable statements that can sorted under them. I’ve also linked in three video clips to this page which are worthwhile watching with your students depending on their ability. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: The Value of LIfe Know: What is cloning? Understand: What are the arguments for and against the use of cloning by scientists? Evaluate: Should scientist interfere with the laws of nature and natural conception through cloning? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - What is cloning and why are some people opposed to it? Explain - the arguments for and against using cloning? Analyze - Should scientist interfere with the laws of nature and natural conception through cloning? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

The issue of whether scientists should be allowed to cone animals to help solve a variety of problems from food shortages, organ failure and infertility is a hotly debated topic. This outstanding resource has been tried and tested in the classroom over many years and aims to help students understand some of the ethical and religious arguments for and against cloning. It can be used as a starter, plenary or main activity to accompany any main stream text book or resource on this topic. The nature of the task means that it appeals to the full range of ability. When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a single page Word Document which contains a learning objective, instructions, two heading cards as well as sixteen fully editable statements that can sorted under them. I’ve also linked in three video clips to this page which are worthwhile watching with your students depending on their ability. The aims of this lesson / activity are: Theme: The Value of LIfe Know: What is cloning? Understand: What are the arguments for and against the use of cloning by scientists? Evaluate: Should scientist interfere with the laws of nature and natural conception through cloning? WILF - What am I Looking For? Identify and describe - What is cloning and why are some people opposed to it? Explain - the arguments for and against using cloning? Analyze - Should scientist interfere with the laws of nature and natural conception through cloning? If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter. Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates. Kind Regards Roy

A full lesson covering all the key areas of Kantian ethics - essentially everything you need has been provided here. The power point presentation contains details detailed information (20 slides in total) and explains this ethical theory in a clear and concise manner and is therefore a great resource if your subject knowledge is not up to scratch. The power point presentation also follows a clear structure and can therefore be used exactly how it has been laid out. The other resources is to be used as a reading activity within the lesson as well as revision material which pupils can use to create their own revision notes. Hope your pupils find the resources useful and informative. Please leave a review.

AQA A2 Philosophy: Metaphysics of God: attributes of God lesson 2 Includes you tube clips and web links to help develop and extend student knowledge.

These engaging and colourful learning mats are indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Each learning mat is downloaded as an A3 Word document and an A4 PDF, for compatibility. Topics include: Natural Law Utilitarianism Situation Ethics Kantian Ethics Euthanasia Business Ethics Meta-Ethical Theories Conscience Sexual Ethics Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a learning mat indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics: Sexual Ethics, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Document can be downloaded as an A3 Word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility. These workbooks are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. Resource Includes: Premarital and Extramarital Sex Homosexuality Natural Law Situation Ethics Utilitarianism Kantian Ethics Do religious views still have a role in modern sexual ethics? Is sexual behaviour private? Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a learning mat indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics: Conscience, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Document can be downloaded as an A3 Word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility. These workbooks are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. Resource Includes: Aquinas Freud J.H. Newman Evaluation of theories Guilt Fromm Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a learning mat indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics: Meta-Ethical Theories, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Document can be downloaded as an A3 Word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility. These workbooks are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. Resource Includes: Ethical naturalism Intuitionism Emotivism Ethical terms as objective and meaningful Ethical terms as subjective or meaningless ‘What is good’? Prescriptivism and error theory Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

A full lesson covering all the key areas of Kantian ethics - essentially everything you need has been provided here. The power point presentation contains details detailed information (20 slides in total) and explains this ethical theory in a clear and concise manner and is therefore a great resource if your subject knowledge is not up to scratch. The power point presentation also follows a clear structure and can therefore be used exactly how it has been laid out. The other resources is to be used as a reading activity within the lesson as well as revision material which pupils can use to create their own revision notes. Hope your pupils find the resources useful and informative. Please leave a review.

A booklet that has keywords and defintions for the As philosophy component of the exam. Units included are: Ancient Philosophical Influences Soul, mind and body Arguments based on observation Arguments based on reason Religious experience The problem of evil

This is an hour long fully resourced, zero prep (Grab & Go) lesson on The Sanctity of life. Included in thsi pack is: Bell Task Clear Aims & Objectives Teambuilding Task Moral Dilemma Task YouTube Clip Doodle Notes Think, Pair, Share Chilli Challenge Interactive Plenary If you review this resource we will give you another resource for FREE. We hope that you enjoy this resource! We would love your feedback, if you like what you see, please follow us: on Tes <a href=“https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/TeachElite”>TeachElite’s Shop</a> click the’Follow this Author button’ . We will keep you updated on any sales we throw or FREEBIES we upload. <br /> <br /> You can find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeachEliteRE<br /> and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachElite/

The Great Debate is a selection of 160 debate questions on 32 easy to print out cards, great for starters, tutor time or full scale debates. Students choose one of 5 debate questions from their card to discuss with their neighbor, group or as part of an individual activity. Additionally students can also take one of 24 Constructive / Destructive response cards, useful for helping students understand the difference between good (constructive) responses, such as using logic and reason - and poor responses such as making up facts or using opinion as fact. A wide range of topics with a mix of difficulty on each card. Includes pdf for easy printing and .pub file for editing.

Hi all, Here is my topic on the conscience. I made it in reference to the spec and my background of philosophy and psychology. Topic makes reference to primary text analogies and has exam questions in relation to material presented. All lessons are ready to be taught. Any issues, please message me. Enjoy!

This is a revision sheet indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics: Business Ethics, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Download as an A3 Word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility. These learning mats are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. Resource Includes: Corporate Social Responsibility Whistleblowing Globalisation and Business Utilitarianism and Business Kantian Ethics and Business Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

Never plan a starter or a plenary again with this fantastic selection of starter and plenary resources. A perfect back to school bundle!! If you review this resource we will give you another resource for FREE. We hope that you enjoy this resource! We would love your feedback, if you like what you see, please follow us: on Tes TeachElite’s Shop click the’Follow this Author button’ . We will keep you updated on any sales we throw or FREEBIES we upload. You can find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeachEliteRE and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachElite/

1 hour, fully resourced lesson which provides an overview and introduction to the Amish, as an alternative religious movement. It compares the validity of Amish beliefs to more mainstream Christian ones and investigates what it’s like to live in the Amish community today. It examines criticisms as well as the Church in the words of believers. This lesson is the fifth in my ‘Alternative Religions and New Movements’ Unit - originally created for year 9, but easily amended for any KS3 / KS4 group. The lesson can easily be used in isolation, however. The lesson has been left editable and is filled with engaging, well differentiated and fun activities. It is useful for RE or History, or could be used as a standalone lesson as something different for a drop-down-day. The pack includes a 1 hour long PowerPoint, differentiated challenge activities, worksheets, clips and literacy focus tasks. These resources have been designed to be engaging, detailed and easy to follow. You can find many more inexpensive and free PSHE, Citizenship and RE resources at my shop: MORE RE RESOURCES

Hi all, Here is my introduction to secondary RE. It was given to our year 6’s to give them a flavour of what is to come. Enjoy

This bundle is the complete set of workbooks for OCR Religion and Ethics, as part of the A Level course. Though, can be applied across specifications. Topics include: Natural Law Situation Ethics Kantian Ehics Utilitarianism Euthanasia Business Ethics Meta-Ethical Theories Conscience Sexual Ethics Each workbook includes: Key information Knowledge / comprehension check Exam technique Exam practice Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of students’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a workbook indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics: Sexual Ethics, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. It is a 34 page document (PDF also included) to support your learners. These workbooks are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. Resource Includes: Premarital and Extramarital Sex Homosexuality Natural Law Situation Ethics Utilitarianism Kantian Ethics Do religious views still have a role in modern sexual ethics? Is sexual behaviour private? Feminism Comprehension questions throughout booklet Exam practise and technique Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!