The New Grade 9-1 Framework for GCSE RS began this term. The Assessment Framework supports grade boundaries and the statement of attainment concerning each grade from 9-1. This is still in its infancy but the move away from levels has caused confusion and resulted in numerous systems. I hope and trust this is helpful. This was mainly developed to bridge the Key Stage 3 move away from levels and make it representative of GCSE 9-1.

5 Mark model answers for Paper 2 AQA SPEC B Paper 2 in GCSE Religious Studies Developed using the AQA Mark scheme and Pupil responses in recalled papers Useful for the new GCSE AQA Grade 9-1 which will be examined next year too Can be used to promote progress in different ways as part of your strategies as we approach the final examination There are not many 5 Markers in these examinations but they do pop up and mainly focus on explaining so hope this is useful

Hi all. I have created some support material including a desk help sheet to support pupil progress using pupil speak grades. A PEE activity intervention to support high progress. A Revision Programme for Unit 1 AQA Religion and Citizenship. A Revision Pack for AQA Unit 2 Spec B Religion and Young People. Feedback appreciated.

A basic scaffold for pupils to practice structuring their essays to support extended writing for 12 markers in paper 1 Beliefs and practices and Paper 2 Thematic studies. Can be used to improve practice Can be used to promote independence Can be used to ensure pupils can write basic responses rather than missing questions out Has worked well with Target grade 3-7 pupils. Higher attainers who need tweeks have also used it to success.

A Tool to support targeting at a range of abilities. Pupils who are low/middle ability can be easily targeted whilst those at the top can also understand the range of marks needed. This is based on the first Year AQA 9-1 Results and cumulative grade boundaries for AQA over time. Colleagues can use it to improve predictions, inform progress and easily support pupils to aspire to higher levels of progress.

Hi all. A simple resource that tables all past topics 2010-2014 that have come up in GCSE RELIGIOUS STUDIES AQA SPEC B: Topics Covered for Unit 1 Religion and Citizenship and Unit 2 Religion and Life Issues. Specifically Paper 1 Relationships, Sport, Multiculturalism and Identity. Paper 2 Prejudice, Early life (abortion), War and Peace and Young People. This will allow pupils to target their revision. Teachers can use it in many ways to drive progress, support planning and target gaps in learning. Please do leave feedback as my free resources for this SPEC have had a good response and I know I can help support progress for your pupils. Your support is much appreciated.

Hi colleagues this is for AQA SPEC B Religion and Citizenship Unit 1 Topic 1 Religion and Relationships The revision notes use all the key words and quotes in short paragraphs that support pupil progress in revision and in lessons. Whilst it is for revision, it can be used in lesson planning and teaching and learning. This Unit is relevant to current Year 11s and next years Year 11 as final exams for this unit will take place in Summer 2017 The revision notes cover the main concepts/key words and applies religious quotes and beliefs suitable for full grade range (low to high). Pupils have used them and it has helped support their written answers. This could support OCR, EDEXCEL and WJEC Specs too, but is focussed on meeting AQA Specification B.

Made for the AQA SPEC A, Paper 2 Theme E Crime and Punishment. I had found numerous workbooks online for other themes but needed one on Theme E. So i have put one together using the specification and relevant knowledge. Over thirty pages of information, exam style questions and comprehension. This can be literally printed or uploaded for students to work from. AQA have stated that Theme E Crime and Punishment is a popular choice nationally so this can also be used for other Exam specifications like Edexcel and WJEC and OCR. Thank you for looking, I really hope it helps colleagues save time and drive progress.

4 Mark model answers for Paper 2 AQA SPEC B Paper 1 in GCSE Religious Studies Developed using the AQA Mark scheme and Pupil responses in recalled papers Useful for the new GCSE AQA Grade 9-1 which will be examined next year too Can be used to promote progress in different ways as part of your strategies as we approach the final examination They were very beneficial across the ability range as we enter full cohorts and there are no tiers.

Model answers for Islam option in GCSE AQA A Religious Studies. The responses have been written based on the markscheme. Ideal for revision, scaffolding and modelling for pupils not familiar with Islam at GCSE or level of religious content to achieve higher levels of progress.

Model answers using the exam markscheme to help pupils revise. This can also be used to model, scaffold and support teaching and learning in the AQA A 9-1 Christianity option. Colleagues can also use the resource as part of curriculum planning where pupils can complete a relevant exam question and compare it to a model response.

20 Model answers to 4 and 5 mark questions for Paper 1 Islam beliefs and practices (5 Pillars, Tawhid, Angels, Holy Books, Quran, Muhammad, Shia beliefs) Part of a bundle booklet with Themes ABDE in paper 2 Thematic studies. This booklet covers 4 and 5 markers for Paper 1 Christianity . There are many ways to answer questions and this booklet has used the AQA Assessment material, mark schemes, Exam model answer booklets for 2018 and Examiners Reports to help put these responses together. The Booklet can be used to stretch all abilities. The booklet can be used in a range of ways. These answers can be used in existing programmes of study, online/remote learning and in any preparation activities for pupils at KS4. Pupils can use this booklet to practice exam style questions and revise key topics required by the specification.

4 Lessons to cover the Key definitions, beliefs and topics covered in Paper 1. Religion and relationships, Religion Sport and Leisure, Religion and Multicultural Society and Religion and Identity. Key words and key questions to support. Thanks for your support.

Hi colleagues this for the GCSE Religious Studies AQA SPEC B Religion and Citizenship Unit and focusses on the topic of Religion and Relationships Colleagues can cover the syllabus through revision using this knowledge organiser This is condensed so can save on printing by printing two pages per sheet and can also be used as a desk help sheet These Knowledge organisers have been used and I have received positive feedback from colleagues and pupils. Pupils have used them to prepare for assessments and have shown progress. This will be relevant for pupils studying the OCR , EDEXCEL and WJEC Specs but most relevant to AQA Religious Studies Spec B.

Hi colleagues this for the GCSE Religious Studies AQA SPEC B Religion and Life Issues Unit 2 and focusses on the topic of Religion Early life and Abortion. Relevant for Exams in Religious Studies till June 2017 Colleagues can cover the syllabus through revision using this knowledge organiser This is condensed so can save on printing by printing two pages per sheet and can also be used as a desk help sheet These Knowledge organisers have been used and I have received positive feedback from colleagues and pupils. Pupils have used them to prepare for assessments and have shown progress. This will be relevant for pupils studying the OCR , EDEXCEL and WJEC Specs but most relevant to AQA Religious Studies Spec B.

5 Mark model answers for Paper 2 AQA SPEC B Paper 1 in GCSE Religious Studies Developed using the AQA Mark scheme and Pupil responses in recalled papers Useful for the new GCSE AQA Grade 9-1 which will be examined next year too Can be used to promote progress in different ways as part of your strategies as we approach the final examination

This resource can be printed on A4 and acts as a bridge between beliefs and practices In the updated SOW for GCSE Christianity, there is an emphasis on links. Pupils can use this in the following way: Revision tool/knowledge organiser Highlight key words Allocate a range of influences to each belief and then rank them in importance or relevance to promote higher levels of understanding Number each influence and allocate to each belief beginning which ones apply to most of them. Teachers can use it to: develop pupil’s written response with small chunks of information on influences and importance. For example, the crucifixion has obvious influences but also has specific responses. pupils can be stretched to further develop each influence or practice to show deeper understanding especially for 4, 5 and 12 mark extended writing. Check knowledge and understanding through quizzing Pupils can do self test (I do, we do, you do) In class discussion, teacher can call target pupils with each belief and see how many influences they can recall or link. In class discussion, pupils can make active links to the beliefs and practices.

This resource is a blank proforma. It can be printed A4 or A3. It is crucial that any resource can be used in multiple ways especially when colleagues spend time and effort making them and pupils do respond in different ways. It can be used to check what pupils know as part of retrieval practice It can be used to populate and then test learners It can be used for paired/group activities in Paper 2 Themes It can be used as a revision aid based on what the teacher has taught It can be used to support modelling exam responses for pupils It can be used to support scaffolding especially for 4 and 5 Mark responses including the key questions of contrasting beliefs. It is applicable to Themes A, B, D and E. It can be modified to support other themes. Once completed, it can be used as a knowledge organiser. It worked very well with my Year 11 groups. The activity can be repeated throughout the learning cycle to promote retrieval and progress.

20 Model answers to 4 and 5 mark questions for GCSE RS Paper 1 Christianity beliefs and practices - (Salvation, Creation, Church, Worship, CAFOD, Crucifixion) Part of a bundle booklet but some schools teach other religions alongside Christianity. This booklet covers 4 and 5 markers for Paper 1 Christianity . There are many ways to answer questions and this booklet has used the AQA Assessment material, mark schemes, Exam model answer booklets for 2018 and Examiners Reports to help put these responses together. The Booklet can be used to stretch all abilities. The booklet can be used in a range of ways. These answers can be used in existing programmes of study, online/remote learning and in any preparation activities for pupils at KS4. Pupils can use this booklet to practice exam style questions and revise key topics required by the specification.

This resource can be printed on A4 and acts as a bridge between beliefs and practices In the updated SOW for GCSE Islam, there is an emphasis on links. Pupils can use this in the following way: Revision tool/knowledge organiser Highlight key words Allocate a range of influences to each belief and then rank them in importance or relevance to promote higher levels of understanding Number each influence and allocate to each belief beginning which ones apply to most of them. Teachers can use it to: develop pupil’s written response with small chunks of information on influences and importance. For example, the crucifixion has obvious influences but also has specific responses. pupils can be stretched to further develop each influence or practice to show deeper understanding especially for 4, 5 and 12 mark extended writing. Check knowledge and understanding through quizzing Pupils can do self test (I do, we do, you do) In class discussion, teacher can call target pupils with each belief and see how many influences they can recall or link. In class discussion, pupils can make active links to the beliefs and practices.