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Lesson 2 of 5
  • Year 11

Religion and worldviews in wellbeing

I can explain how and why religious literacy is important for people working in wellbeing.

Lesson 2 of 5
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  • Year 11

Religion and worldviews in wellbeing

I can explain how and why religious literacy is important for people working in wellbeing.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In the UK, the wellbeing sector is a growing industry and includes jobs that help improve physical and mental health.
  2. Knowledge of religions and beliefs is extremely important to build relationships.
  3. Knowing about different practices, such as dietary laws or periods of fasting, will improve client experiences.
  4. Inclusivity is very important for people's wellbeing.

Keywords

  • Ambassador - a person who acts as a representative or promoter of a particular body or activity

  • Inclusivity - treating all people fairly and equally

  • Religious literacy - knowledge of how religions, worldviews and beliefs shape lives

  • Wellbeing/ wellness - a positive state determined by social, economic and environmental conditions

Common misconception

People from racially minoritised communities choose not to participate in swimming.

Religious views or fear of water, rooted in family history, may prevent some people feeling comfortable while swimming.


To help you plan your year 11 religious education lesson on: Religion and worldviews in wellbeing, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...

If appropriate and with sensitivity, the teacher could lead a discussion on the pupils' own experiences of access to swimming and water safety.
Teacher tip

Equipment

Content guidance

  • Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

Licence

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Lesson video

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Prior knowledge starter quiz

5 Questions

Q1.
People have different that influence how they see illness.

Correct Answer: beliefs, Beliefs

Q2.
Identity is best described as ...

a single fixed label
Correct answer: made up of many influences
only nationality

Q3.
Why should beliefs be respected in public services?

It replaces laws.
It is optional.
Correct answer: It supports dignity and equality.

Q4.
Inclusive care meets needs.

Correct Answer: individual, Individual, people's

Q5.
Why is listening important in healthcare?

Correct answer: It builds trust.
It saves time.
It replaces treatment.

Assessment exit quiz

6 Questions

Q1.
What does the wellbeing sector include?

only mental health therapy
Correct answer: any job improving health or quality of life
only hospital work

Q2.
In wellbeing work, trust is built through religious ...

Correct Answer: literacy, Literacy, knowledge

Q3.
What might wellbeing workers need to know about?

exam grades
advertising
Correct answer: religious practices and dietary needs

Q4.
Low- communities face higher water risk.

Correct Answer: income, Income

Q5.
What is the main aim of Bold Waters?

Correct answer: to remove barriers to water safety
to build swimming pools only
to promote tourism

Q6.
Bold Waters uses youth to increase inclusivity.

Correct Answer: ambassadors, Ambassadors