Religion and worldviews in wellbeing
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how and why religious literacy is important for people working in wellbeing.
Key learning points
- In the UK, the wellbeing sector is a growing industry and includes jobs that help improve physical and mental health.
- Knowledge of religions and beliefs is extremely important to build relationships.
- Knowing about different practices, such as dietary laws or periods of fasting, will improve client experiences.
- 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.
Teacher tip
If appropriate and with sensitivity, the teacher could lead a discussion on the pupils' own experiences of access to swimming and water safety.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.People have different that influence how they see illness.
Q2.Identity is best described as ...
Q3.Why should beliefs be respected in public services?
Q4.Inclusive care meets needs.
Q5.Why is listening important in healthcare?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does the wellbeing sector include?
Q2.In wellbeing work, trust is built through religious ...
Q3.What might wellbeing workers need to know about?
Q4.Low- communities face higher water risk.
Q5.What is the main aim of Bold Waters?
Q6.Bold Waters uses youth to increase inclusivity.
To help you plan your 11 religious education lesson on: Religion and worldviews in wellbeing, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 11 religious education lesson on: Religion and worldviews in wellbeing, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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