Prejudice and discrimination of faith and culture
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the impact of prejudice and discrimination on individuals of different faith and culture.
Key learning points
- Prejudice involves preconceived opinions, and is not based on reason or experience.
- Discrimination is the unjust treatment of different categories of people.
- Faith and culture are personal, and should be respected.
- Prejudice and discrimination can have severe impacts on individuals and communities.
- Challenging prejudice and discrimination safely is crucial for a fair and equal society.
Keywords
Prejudice - when someone judges or dislikes others unfairly, without knowing them, based on things like race, gender or appearance
Discrimination - when people are treated unfairly or differently because of things like their race, gender or beliefs
Common misconception
Only certain faiths and cultures face discrimination.
All faiths and cultures can face prejudice and discrimination. It is important to recognise that anyone can be targeted.
Teacher tip
Remind pupils that it is important for us to safely speak out against unfairness or any kind of discrimination, and draw their attention to policies in school to help them report incidents.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the term used to describe Britain as a mix of different faiths and cultures living together? A ' pot'.
Q2.In what ways can diverse cultures and faiths enrich communities?
Q3.Match each way that faith can influence culture.
shared expectations about how people should behave
rituals during life events like weddings or funerals
places of worship, paintings and sculptures
Q4.Modern Britain is home to a diverse range of and cultures.
Q5.Which word means being considerate of others and the world around you?
Q6.The value of mutual respect and tolerance helps ensure that ...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is prejudice?
Q2.Discrimination is the unjust of different categories of people based on their characteristics.
Q3.Which of the following can be an impact of prejudice and discrimination on individuals?
Q4.Which statement about discrimination is true?
Q5.Match each scenario to whether it shows prejudice or discrimination.
assuming someone is strict based on their religion
refusing to hire someone because of their faith
thinking stereotypes about a culture
Q6.What should someone do if they experience prejudice or discrimination?
To help you plan your 8 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Prejudice and discrimination of faith and culture, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 8 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Prejudice and discrimination of faith and culture, 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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