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Death and the Afterlife – Beliefs and Their Impact
Theme: GCSE AQA Religious Studies – Theme B: Religion and Life

In this lesson, students will explore Christian and Muslim beliefs about death and what happens after it, examining a range of views on the afterlife, including concepts such as heaven, hell, judgement, resurrection, and the soul.
The lesson will also explore how religious beliefs about the afterlife shape attitudes towards death, the value of human life, and moral behaviour in this life. Students will consider how belief in life after death can bring comfort, influence decisions, and affect views on issues other life issues. Through discussion and reflection, learners will begin to make connections between beliefs about the afterlife and the way life is lived, considering both religious and ethical dimensions.

Learning Outcomes:

• Know and understand different Christian and Muslim beliefs about the afterlife.
• Explain religious teachings and attitudes about death and life after death.
• Consider how belief in the afterlife influences views on the value and purpose of human life.

This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning.

• It includes a **** PowerPoint presentation**** that outlines the key content and learning objectives.
• A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the scheme of work (SOW), helping students to connect new learning to what they already know.
• Throughout the lesson, **questioning activities **are used to promote discussion, check understanding, and encourage participation.
• Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge.
• A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning.
• The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

Ideal For:
• Schools introducing/covering AQA GCSE Religious Studies
• KS4 RE departments
• New or non-specialist teachers