Blending worldviews and changing worldviews
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how people may blend worldviews or change their worldview over time.
Key learning points
- Personal worldviews are not necessarily fixed. They may change over time.
- Some peope may blend worldviews taking ideas from different religions and beliefs.
- Examining case studies of blended worldviews can help us better understand worldviews.
Keywords
Blended worldview - a combination of ideas from different religions or beliefs in one worldview
Personal worldview - a person’s own way of understanding, experiencing and responding to the world, which can include organised beliefs
Worldview - A person's way of understanding, experiencing and responding to the world
Common misconception
Students may think people’s worldviews are fixed and cannot change over time.
Worldviews can develop or change through life experiences. People may also blend ideas from different religions and beliefs.
Teacher tip
Use real-life examples sensitively. Emphasise that beliefs are personal, avoid judging changes in worldview, and transition clearly from examples to reflection.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.What does the acronym WEIRD stand for?
Q2.Only about percent of people live in WEIRD societies.
Q3.Which value is MOST associated with WEIRD societies?
Q4.Non-WEIRD cultures emphasise loyalty.
Q5.Why is recognising WEIRD bias important?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match each keyword to its correct meaning:
Q2.Personal worldviews can change over as people grow and learn
Q3.How might a change in worldview affect daily life?
Q4.Searching for can lead people to combine beliefs.
Q5.Which is an example of a blended worldview?
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