A 35 -60 minute lesson plan aimed at Key Stage 3 but could also be used at Key Stage 4. Included files are a lesson plan and powerpoint file with all necessary questions and linked videos. This lesson is an ethical debate based upon the ideas of Plato’s cave.

This presentation and worksheet will give a broad overview of Philosophy. It discusses where and when Philosophy began, although it mostly focuses on what exactly is philosophy. There are questions throughout the presentation that can be used for normal lower order questioning during class, or as a written activity. The presentation contains lots of interesting pictures and bright colours to engage the students. It is suitable for KS3 and KS4. It can be used in both a denominational and non-denominational classroom. The worksheet is differentiated and the pupils can either complete it during the presentation or afterwards.

Two lessons on Socrates and Plato, looking at the following learning objectives: Learning Objectives: Describe who Socrates was Explain what the Socratic method is Debate philosophical questions Learning Objectives: Describe who Plato was Explain the 8 forms of love Analyse Plato’s cave story Debate philosophical questions

Complete 1 hour lesson with starter handout and worksheet Suitable for KS3/4 Variety of different level tasks for MA,LA or Core Differentiated to 3 levels or more Designed to fit Ofsted criteria for’ Good’ or above Many more inexpensive and free resources at my shop: EC_Resources Leave me a review and pick any other resource for free :)

Firstly, if you choose to download my resource(s), please take the time to leave a rating (as I know most of don’t really bother) - I do really value your feedback. ***** FOLLOW @AllRoundRes, to stay up-to-date with the latest resources and news! ***** #GetYourLearnOn This is a FREE resources and contains a range of arguments for and against the existence of God in an easy to follow summary format. Each topic includes key AO1 in the form of key facts and knowledge and AO2 in the form of strengths and weaknesses and key philosophers ideas and counter-arguments. It is therefore suitable for ALL A Level / GCSE exam specifications. Essentially it is a great summary to topics*, acting as a revision resource tool for the below topics. At the end of the slides is a key vocabulary word bank which provide a useful overview of essential key terms for students to use in their exam answers and class discussions. Topics covered include: Cosmological argument Ontological argument Religious experience Problem of Evil Science and The Big Bang Science and Evolutionism Key Vocabulary Wordbank Open University Philosophy and Ethics Online Courses. *Notably this resources is a simple revision and therefore does not exhaustively cover all the content required for exams however it does provide a simple and quickly revision to aid students knowledge and understanding of key arguments. If you have any queries, questions or concerns, then please email allroundresources@gmail.com or sendisaunders@gmail.com or alternatively write a comment describing your needs, where I will be happy to help! ***** Be sure to follow me, to keep update with my most recent uploaded resources! *****

This lesson introduces Socrates, giving some historical background to his life, and introduces some philosophical questions raised by his life and work including: What does it mean to give a good life? Why do people commit evil actions? Are moral virtues universal or relative? This lesson is part of a History of Philosophy in Fifty Questions scheme of work, which takes students from Thales and the origins of philosophy, right up to the 21st Century. Each lesson is based around an inquiry question, which links to the work of a key philosopher. Each lesson is a contained in single resource which includes: Vocabulary recap “settle down” starter Discussion based starter linking to the inquiry question for the lesson Glossary of key terms introduced in the lesson A key reading which supports the inquiry question Knowledge check questions to clarify student understanding of the reading Discussion and extended writing tasks A teacher page, giving suggested answers and discussion points for each of the tasks

AQA Philosophy A-Level Here is my lesson for Plato and the epistemology section. It is my first time teaching this course so welcome feedback!

THIS RESOURCE PROVIDES A DETAILED OVERVIEW FOR OCR PHILOSOPHY CONTENT THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. BOTH ASPECTS OF AO1 AND AO2 ARE COVERED AND WILL HELP WITH YOUR STUDIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. PERSONALLY, I ACHIEVED AN A* IN MY PHILOSOPHY EXAM (115/120) USING THIS RESOURCE, AND SO I HOPE IT GREATLY HELPS YOU WITH YOUR DESIRED STUDIES! THANKS!

This is a unit of 5 lessons for the OCR unit on Philosophy of Religion: Ancient Philosophical Beliefs. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. Also included is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mats for this topic. Lessons are: Introduction and Background Plato’s Reality Aristotle’s Causes Aristotle’s Prime Mover Comparing Plato and Aristotle Learning Mat / Revision Mat also included. Free Workbook also included 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 19-slide PowerPoint (pdf also included) covering the topics for the OCR unit on Religion and Ethics. Each slide covers a topic or sub-topic and thinkers/philosophers who have a view on that particular topic/sub-topic, which students can learn for their exams. Can be used an an in-lesson resource or for independent study / revision. Slides are: Natural Law Situation Ethics Kantian Ethics Utilitarianism Euthanasia Business Ethics Meta-Ethics Naturalism Intuitionism Emotivism Prescriptivism Conscience Aquinas’ Approach to Conscience Sexual Ethics Morality My own students use this resource whilst writing and planning essays. I also find it useful when marking them - it is a reference/guide to who says what and gives a quick insight into what could be added/argued to make improvements to essays. 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!

Lesson 8/8 on the Big Questions in Philosophy Taught to 8-13 year olds, but delivery can be modified to suit a wider age range Lesson 8: Conclusions Lesson 1 Recap: Origins of Philosophy Lesson 2 Recap: Practical Exercises in Philosophy Lesson 3 Recap: How did life begin? Lesson 4 Recap: Are we free? Lesson 5 Recap: Do ghosts exist? Lesson 6 Recap: Is any of this real? -Lesson 7 Recap: How can we live a good life? End of course quiz Other Big Questions

In depth and highly professional revision guide designed to enhance students knowledge in the Philosophy of Religion. Designed to fit around new OCR specification, the guide contains academic resources, essay ideas and a glossary of key philosophical terms.

A workbook for OCR AS Religious Studies unit on Ancient Greek influences on Philosophy of Religion. Contains thought points for discussion, activities and review questions. Stretch and challenge activities are marked **

Ancient Philosophical Influence planned for OCR Philosophy - H573. This resource consists of nine PowerPoint presentations with an accompanying workbook planned to be taught in twelve hours. One of the presentations is an introduction to the course and how to argue in Philosophy. Attached you will also find a key assessment quiz with answers.

This is a learning mat indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Philosophy of Religion: Ancient Philosophical Influences, 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. Resource Includes: Plato’s Reality Plato’s Forms and Form of the Good Assessing Plato Aristotle’s Reality Prime Mover Assessing Aristotle Comparing Plato and Aristotle 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!

Overview, self and teacher assessment, self-reflection document. I designed it to help me to keep a tight reign on the programme of study (I have a tendency to spend too long on this topic!) and to encourage my students to take more of an active role in their progress and learning. I'm hoping it will also help to encourage an open learning environment by encouraging the sharing of misconceptions etc.

A revision of Plato's Cave analogy, the Forms and his ideas about body / soul separation. Includes optical illusions and discussion about reliance upon our senses - and a YouTube hyperlink to the Matrix choice between the blue pill (our senses) or the red pill (reality as it really is). (blue background slides) Followed by Aristotle&'s views / philosophy. (lime green background slides) 1 slide of Copleston / Russell criticisms. (yellow background slide) Last slide is AS tips for essays. (pink background slide). By Juliet Davies - Head of RE and teacher of History