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This engaging lesson is part of the AQA GCSE Religious Studies Theme C: The Existence of God and Revelation, focusing on the Argument from Design. The resource includes a clear and structured PowerPoint presentation, a starter activity to activate prior knowledge, and interactive questioning tasks to encourage student discussion and deeper understanding.
Key content includes William Paley’s watch analogy, the idea of purpose and order in the universe, and religious and scientific responses to the design argument. A student worksheet supports learning with key word tasks, comprehension questions, and critical thinking exercises. The lesson also features an exam practice question and a final activity to consolidate learning and reflect on different viewpoints.

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

• It begins with 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.