1. Topic 1: Life and Death
By the end of this topic you should be able to…
RAG
Describe the core beliefs of the Islamic faith, including the five pillars
Describe Islamic beliefs about life and death
Explain why Muslims have a strong belief in the Sanctity of life and identify what other beliefs stem from this
Explain the Muslim attitude towards abortion
Explain the Muslim attitude towards euthanasia
Explain the Muslim attitudes towards fertility treatments, including contraception, IVF and Surrogacy
Explain the Muslim attitudes towards reproductive cloning
Explain the Muslim attitudes towards Genetic Engineering

2. Topic 2:Wealth and Poverty
By the end of this topic you should be able to…
RAG
Describe the characteristics of LEDC countries
Explain the causes of poverty
Describe the differences between emergency aid and long term aid
Describe the role of Muslim organisations in world development and poverty relief
Describe the work of Muslim Aid and its principles, including relevant Muslim teachings
Explain the Muslim ideas of duty to care for the poor and community
Define the terms Zakah and Sadaqah
Explain Muslim attitudes towards money and charity

3. Topic 3: Conflict and Suffering
By the end of this topic you should be able to…
RAG
Define the terms Jihad, lesser jihad and greater jihad
Understand the Muslim attitudes to disarmament
Understand the Muslim attitudes to pacifism
Understand the Muslim attitudes to Terrorism
Define the terms Nuclear warfare and nuclear proliferation
Understand Muslim attitudes towards Nuclear warfare and weapons
Define ‘protest’ and understand the different ways and reasons people might protest
Understand the Muslim attitude towards reconciliation

4. Mock Exam Revision LO: To revise two key concepts in preparation for the mock exam (5th Feb)
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5. Mock Exam Revision LO: To revise two key concepts in preparation for the mock exam (5th Feb)
Key concept 2: Jihad
What do these mean?
JIHAD
= Struggle
GREATER JIHAD
= The struggle to be a ‘good’ Muslim on a daily basis  How can Muslims do this?
LESSER JIHAD
= Holy war

6. Mock Exam Revision LO: To revise two key concepts in preparation for the mock exam (5th Feb)
Key concept 2: Jihad
LESSER JIHAD – research page60-61
What conditions are needed for ‘Holy War’?
Self defence
Defence when the Muslim faith is attacked
Defence when Muslim territory is attacked
Removal of oppressive rulers
Punishment of enemies who break peace agreements
To correct injustice
As a last resort
Cannot be for financial gain

7. ‘To fight in a war is always wrong.’
Mock Exam Revision LO: To revise two key concepts in preparation for the mock exam (5th Feb)
PEEPEEO in your answer
6 Mark Question practice:
‘To fight in a war is always wrong.’
Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer, showing that you have thought about more than one point of view. Refer to Islam in your answer.
Analyse question first. Students struggling to answer these questions correctly. Emphasis is not on whether they personally agree with the sentiments of the statement, but instead its whether the statement is true / accurate of Muslim beliefs.

8. For 6 mark questions the mark criteria is as follows and use PEEPEEO
Level
Marks
Criteria
Quality of Written Communication 1
Opinion supported by simple reason.
The candidate presents some relevant information in a simple form. The writing is readable and the spelling, punctuation and grammar is ok. 2
Opinion supported by one developed reason of two simple reasons. 3
Opinion supported by one well developed reason or several simple reasons.
The candidate presents relevant information in way where the meaning is clear. The writing is legible and the spelling, punctuation and grammar is good. 4
Opinion supported by two developed reasons with reference to religion. 5
Evidence of reasoned consideration of two different view points and shows an understanding of religious views.
The candidate presents relevant information coherently using a clear structure.
The writing is clear and the use of spelling, punctuation and grammar are accurate and clear. 6
A well-organised response with evidence of reasoned consideration of two different points of view showing insights and ability to apply knowledge.