Description
Aims:
You will develop your understanding of the place of Religious Education (RE) in the school curriculum and how this has been shaped and adapted for the 21st Century. You will gain knowledge and understanding of the influence of national and local policy and of a range of subject-specific pedagogies on RE.
Outcomes:
You will:
- Consider the impact of history and changes in society on the subject of RE.
- Explore the variety of justifications for and aims of RE and its role in the curriculum.
- Critically engage with a diverse range of pedagogical approaches to RE.
You will demonstrate this research and engagement by completing a written assessment that responds to the question of what the nature and purpose of Religious Education should be. You'll draw on pertinent literature and policy to support a critical and creative approach to the subject's history and discussions around the issues and debates within RE.Ìý
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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