Studies of Religion

HSC Assessment

Studies of Religion 2

Objectives

A student develops knowledge and understanding about:

Outcomes

A student develops the skills to:

the nature of religion and belief systems in local and global contexts

H1 explains aspects of religion and belief systems

H2 describes and analyses the influence of religion and belief systems on individuals and society

the influence and expression of religion and belief systems in Australia

H3 examines the influence and expression of religion and belief systems in Australia

religious traditions and their adherents

H4 describes and analyses how aspects of religious traditions are expressed by their adherents

H5 evaluates the influence of religious traditions in the life of adherents

effective gathering, analysing and synthesising of information about religion

H6 organises, analyses and synthesises relevant information about religion from a variety of sources, considering usefulness, validity and bias

effective evaluation and application of findings from research about religion

H7 conducts effective research about religion and evaluates the findings from the research

communication of complex information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms to different audiences and in different contexts

H8 applies appropriate terminology and concepts related to religion and belief systems

H9 coherently and effectively communicates complex information, ideas and issues using appropriate written, oral and graphic forms

Schedule

Component	Task 1	Task 3	Task 2	Task 4	Task 5	Weighting
	Religion and Non Religion and belief systems in Australia post-1945: source-based written responses	Half Yearly Exam: Objective responses and short answer questions	Research and presentation about Religion and Peace	Depth Study: Research and oral	Trial HSC examination
	End of Term 4, Year 11	Late Term 1	Mid Term 2	Late Term 3	Term 3
	H1, H2, H6, H7, H8, H9	H1, H2, H3, H4, H5, H7, H8	H1, H2, H5, H6, H7, H8, H9	H1, H2, H4, H5, H6, H7, H8, H9
Knowledge and understanding of course content		5	5	5	25	40
Source-based skills	5	5	5		5	20
Investigation and research	5		10	5		20
Communication of information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms	5	5	5		5	20
Marks	15	15	25	10	35	100

Task 2

STUDIES OF RELIGION

HSC ASSESSMENT

TASK 2

Religion and Peace,

Christianity and Buddhism

Weighting: 15%

Date Issued:

Date Due: Week 3-4

Outcomes: H 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Rubric:

In this task you will be assessed on your:

Presentation of 2 faiths and their response to the issue of peace

Construction of an interactive activity to assess and revise the understanding of the class

Concise and informative handout

Remember for this unit the syllabus highlights

how peace is represented in teachings and sacred texts of 2 religious traditions

the contribution of 2 religious tradition to peace in the context of the individual

the contribution of 2 religious tradition to peace in the context of the world

TASK

You will teach a 10-20 minute lesson to the class on the distinctive response of Christianity and Buddhism to the issue of peace.

In your lesson you must:

Speak continuously for at least 5 minutes

Provide the class with a handout to supplement your lesson

Conduct an interactive activity with the class to assess their understanding of the information you presented

You may conduct a broad survey of Religion and Peace or may choose to focus on a specific aspect of the topic for example:

You can identify a sacred text and explain how that text guides individuals in their quest for inner peace.

Examine the contribution of significant individuals or schools of thought

Explore contemporary movements.

(You may work with a partner on this activity however if you choose this option your lesson must last for at least 25minutes)

Task 1

STUDIES OF RELIGION

HSC ASSESSMENT

TASK 1

Religion in Australia After 1945

& Religion and Non-Religion

Weighting: 10%

Date Issued:

Date Due: Week 9

Outcomes: H 1-9

Rubric:

In this task you will be assessed on your:

Ability to demonstrate your understanding of religion in Australia after 1945

Ability to explain the role of religious and Non-religious worldviews

Ability to interpret information from a range of sources

TASK

This assessment will be a source based test on work completed in the units on Religion in Australia After 1945 and Religion and Non-Religion. It will include a take home component whereby you will be expected to construct a brochure incorporating your own source material.

You will respond to a range of sources which may include tables, quotes, graphs, charts, images and statistics.

To review for this assessment you should study:

Religion in Australia After 1945

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Changing patterns of religious adherence

The current religious landscape

Religious dialogue in multi-faith Australia

Aboriginal spiritualities and religious traditions in relation to

Reconciliation

Land rights

Dispossession

Religion and Non Religion

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Expressions and significance of the religious dimension in history

Global distribution of the 5 major world religions

The rise of new religious expression and spirituality and their influence and growth

The human search for personal fulfillment through non religious practices

The take home section of the test will relate to:

The response of religious and non-religious belief systems to:

Concept of the transcendent

The human person

Social responsibility

Task 3

STUDIES OF RELIGION

HSC ASSESSMENT

TASK 3

Research: Depth Study Hinduism

Weighting: 15%

Date Issued:

Date Due: Term 3 Week 7

Outcomes: H 4,5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Rubric:

In this task you will be assessed on your ability to:

examine the contribution and significance of a person or school of thought to Hinduism

evaluate the influence of this person or school of thought on the lives of Hinduism

organise, analyse and synthesise relevant information about Hinduism from a variety of sources

conduct effective research to communicate information, ideas and issues using appropriate terminology and concepts related to Hinduism.

TASK

Investigate the contribution of a significant person or school of thought to the development and expressions of Hinduism.

Conduct research and utilise the findings of your research to submit a paper of no more than 1000 words indicating your responses to the following:

Discuss the main contributions of the person or school of thought to Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma).

Assess the significance of the person or school of thought to Hinduism (Sanatna Dharma) as a whole tradition and to individual Hindus

You may select the way in which to present your findings from the list below:

Written report

Written Essay

Power Point presentation (arrange a date for presenting)

Website

Oral Presentation

Mini-lesson

Podcast

Video/vodcast

Other (to be discussed with teacher)