This RMPS in the News focuses on the recent events regarding the Israel-Iran conflict. Recent reports of Iranian missile and drone attacks, alongside retaliatory airstrikes in the region, have once again brought the reality of conflict into the global spotlight. News coverage focuses on military strategy and political consequences, but behind every headline are ordinary…
Two years before the release of ‘Adolescence’, and around the time we started hearing about someone called Andrew Tate, our department planned a series of BGE lessons with the aim of helping our pupils to become better thinkers. We wanted our pupils to see that, in an increasingly polarised world, settling for easy answers is often a mistake. Two years later, this unit is receiving top feedback from S4 pupils and even increasing our SQA course uptake. This session will look at the process of planning the unit, its content, and will share details of how to access the lessons and documentary clips used.
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Join the Scottish Bible Society for a fast-paced, 30-minute CLPL Speed Meet! Designed specifically for Primary and Lower Secondary practitioners, Taking Easter Outdoors is packed with quick, practical, and engaging ideas to help you explore the Easter narrative beyond the classroom walls. Grab a cuppa, connect with peers, and leave with ready-to-use outdoor learning activities that will bring the Easter story to life for your learners.
This RMPS in the News focuses on the recent events regarding immigration enforcement actions carried out by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) in the USA. These events – including raids, detentions and reports of violence – have sparked strong reactions both within affected countries but also across the wider public. While many headlines are political,…
We are pleased to announce our next Digital Speed Meet, continuing our series of short, high-impact sessions designed for the busy educator. This 30-minute online event focuses on providing practical, ready-to-use resources that can be implemented in the classroom immediately. Featured Guest: Elaine Tait (Scripture Union Scotland) For this session, we are joined by Elaine…
Our friends at the The Scottish Association of Mosques wanted to highlight a resource that might be of interest to you. BBC have produced a series of episodes called Prayer and Reflection. Episode 11 is filmed at the Glasgow Central Mosque and focuses on the Friday Jumuah prayer at Glasgow Central Mosque. You can find…
This RMPS in the News example focuses on the recent shooting targeting a Jewish community during Hanukkah in Australia. Classes can use this to explore issues of religious prejudice, freedom of belief, and moral responsibility. While the event itself was distressing, it has provided an opportunity to address antisemitism, challenge misinformation, and reinforce RMPS values of…
This is a follow-up post to show a practical way that I have used RMPS in the News to boost engagement and relevance in my classroom. The recent discussions around assisted dying legislation in Scotland offered an ideal opportunity to link real-world issues with RMPS. Why does this issue matter? How did I use it…
Join us for a dynamic and time-saving RME (Religious and Moral Education) Speed Meet focusing on how to effectively use Scripture Union (SU) resources in your Primary and Secondary classrooms! This session will provide quick, creative, and curriculum-linked ideas to make RME relevant and engaging for every age. Why Attend This Session? Whether you teach…