Ethics and values

Religious education

Christian values

Muslim values

Humanist values

Aristotle and the golden mean

Deciding what is a good life

In this unit pupils will consider the idea of what is good from a philsophical perspective. They will look at how Christians, Muslims and Humanists construct values - noting similarities and differences. They will examine Aristotle's idea of the golden mean and reflect on their own values.

Ethics: How do we decide what is good?

Philosophy is about asking {{}} questions that help people think clearly.

Ethics are {{}} or codes that guide how people behave.

by using Jesus’ teaching to love God and others

How might a Christian make an ethical decision?

thinking about how they would like to be treated themselves

What helps humanists make ethical decisions?

True – it’s about deep thinking that anyone can do.

False – it’s only for older, clever people.

False – it’s only taught in universities.

Why do we need rules in school and in life?

What does “right and wrong” usually mean?

Yes – people might see fairness differently.

No – the oldest person is always right.

Starter Quiz

What does it mean to ask a big question?