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Learning Objectives
- Awareness of different Christian views on the roles of men and women
- Understanding different Christian views concerning women priests
- Awareness of modern Christians who have worked to oppose gender prejudice, and Jesus' treatment of women
1. Awareness of different Christian views on the roles of men and women
Female football managers View Lesson»
Comments about the possibility of a woman managing a professional men's football team provide contrast to the ongoing debate about the role of women in the church ministry.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made about the possibility of a woman being appointed manager of a professional male football team.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
Mixed football and Church roles View Lesson»
The restrictions on girls and women playing organised football with boys and men are compared with debates in church communities about the respective roles of men and women.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women
- Evaluate the restrictions on mixed-sex football teams
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women
Sexism and Sky Sports Presenters View Lesson»
The existence of sexist attitudes in professional football is compared and contrasted with the ongoing debate about the role of women in church ministry.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women
- Evaluate the comments made about Sian Massey, the female assistant referee, by Sky Sports presenters
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women
Women's Sport and Unequal Pay View Lesson»
Vast pay differentials between men and women in certain sports (and smaller differentials in society in general) prompt this lesson on Christian attitudes towards men and women and their roles.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the varying amounts of coverage of male and female sports in the media
- Analyse the arguments for the disparity of payment and media coverage of male and female athletes
- Reflect upon the male/female pay gap in other forms of employment, and analyse whether or not it is unfair to women
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Women Bishops View Lesson»
The decision of the Church of England to allow the appointment of women as bishops prompts a lesson exploring different Christian perspectives on the roles of men and women within the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Summarise the different perspectives within the Church of England concerning the appointment of women as bishops
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
- Synthesise learning by writing a newspaper report outlining different Christian perspectives on the issue of women bishops
Jacqui Oatley and Match of the Day View Lesson»
The first woman commentator on Match of the Day prompted discussion about the place of women in football, which is compared in this lesson to discussions about the role of women in church leadership.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made about Jacqui Oatley, the first woman to commentate on Match of the Day.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
Wimbledon Prize Money View Lesson»
The Wimbledon Tennis championships in 2007 are set to be the first ever to offer equal prize money for men and women. We explore different attitudes to differences between the sexes, particularly those based on a Christian perspective
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Analyse the arguments for paying women tennis players the same prize money as their male equivalents
- Reflect upon the male/female pay gap in other forms of employment, and analyse whether or not it is unfair to women
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Mike Newell and Football Sexism View Lesson»
Football manager Mike Newell caused a media storm with his derogatory comments about a female referee’s assistant. We compare his arguments about the place for women in professional football with the debate about women in the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made by Mike Newell about Amy Rayner in November 2006, and assess whether they agree or disagree with him.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
The Simpsons: Lisa vs. Malibu Stacy View Lesson»
Lisa’s battle against the sexist assumptions of her talking Malibu Stacy doll is compared with different Christian perspectives on the role of women in the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the positive and negative values of particular childhood toys
- Analyse various reactions to the fictitious Malibu Stacy dolls in The Simpsons
- Evaluate and identify the nature of positive female role models
- Analyse different Christian perspectives on the role of women in the church
- Create a fictitious toy product and a promotional campaign for it, to reflect Christian understanding of women and their role
The Simpsons: The Last Temptation of Homer View Lesson»
The prospect of a female co-worker causes concern for Homer and his friends. We look at different perceptions of men and women, and consider how Christians regard the different sexes.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Evaluate the extent to which stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning male and female
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Alfie View Lesson»
Notorious womaniser Alfie explains his theory of the difference between what men and women want in a relationship. We consider the extent to which perceived differences between men and women are based on fact or prejudice.
Students will:
- evaluate the respective priorities of men and women in choosing a partner
- Reflect upon the perceived differences between men and women, as noted by the class as a whole
- Analyse biblical material relating to differing male and female roles and responsibilities within marriage
- Produce written work expressing different views about the differences (actual or perceived) between men and women
The Stepford Wives View Lesson»
The men of Stepford have replaced their wives with robots programmed to obey their every whim. How does this differ from the Christian understanding of the roles of men and women?
Students will:
- Consider different attitudes towards the role of women in society
- Identify their own attitude concerning the role of women in society
- Analyse what the Bible says about how husbands and wives should relate to one another
- Discuss what constitutes an accurate Biblical view of the roles of men and women
- Reflect upon the way Jesus treated women
- Evaluate how Jesus might have reacted to a fictional conflict between men and women
- Produce some written work showing someone trying to persuade others to adopt a Christian attitude towards men and women
Down With Love View Lesson»
A young feminist author, played by Renee Zellweger, fights male prejudice in the boardroom of a publishing company, calling the traditional male and female division of roles into question.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Evaluate the extent to which stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning males and females
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Can’t Hold Us Down View Lesson»
With the help of Christina Aguilera’s tirade against the double standards that make it admirable for a guy to sleep around but not for a girl, students will explore the Christian view of male and female roles.
Students will:
- Evaluate whether there is a difference between the way men and women react to things, based on the responses of the students themselves
- Reflect upon whether society treats men and women differently in terms of what standards of behaviour is considered acceptable
- Analyse what the Bible says about the respective roles of men and women
- Reflect upon what it would be like for modern men and women to live according to the Biblical guidance on male and female roles and relationships
My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2) View Lesson»
The portrayal of men and women in the film My Big Fat Greek Wedding leads to an examination of how Christianity engages with issues of sexual equality.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Evaluate the extent to which stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning males and females
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Vicar of Dibley: Arrival View Lesson»
The BBC sitcom The Vicar of Dibley is the starting point for an examination of different Christian attitudes to the issue of women priests.
- Students will have considered different perspectives on the question of the ordination of women and will have produced an individual written response demonstrating an understanding of different arguments within the debate.
Beauty and the Beast View Lesson»
Gaston, the ‘man’s man’ from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast prompts an examination of different models of manhood.
- Students consider different views about what makes a real man, before deciding for themselves which qualities represent the ideal of manliness.
2. Understanding different Christian views concerning women priests
Female football managers View Lesson»
Comments about the possibility of a woman managing a professional men's football team provide contrast to the ongoing debate about the role of women in the church ministry.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made about the possibility of a woman being appointed manager of a professional male football team.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
Mixed football and Church roles View Lesson»
The restrictions on girls and women playing organised football with boys and men are compared with debates in church communities about the respective roles of men and women.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women
- Evaluate the restrictions on mixed-sex football teams
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women
Sexism and Sky Sports Presenters View Lesson»
The existence of sexist attitudes in professional football is compared and contrasted with the ongoing debate about the role of women in church ministry.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women
- Evaluate the comments made about Sian Massey, the female assistant referee, by Sky Sports presenters
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women
Women's Sport and Unequal Pay View Lesson»
Vast pay differentials between men and women in certain sports (and smaller differentials in society in general) prompt this lesson on Christian attitudes towards men and women and their roles.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the varying amounts of coverage of male and female sports in the media
- Analyse the arguments for the disparity of payment and media coverage of male and female athletes
- Reflect upon the male/female pay gap in other forms of employment, and analyse whether or not it is unfair to women
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Women Bishops View Lesson»
The decision of the Church of England to allow the appointment of women as bishops prompts a lesson exploring different Christian perspectives on the roles of men and women within the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Summarise the different perspectives within the Church of England concerning the appointment of women as bishops
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
- Synthesise learning by writing a newspaper report outlining different Christian perspectives on the issue of women bishops
Jacqui Oatley and Match of the Day View Lesson»
The first woman commentator on Match of the Day prompted discussion about the place of women in football, which is compared in this lesson to discussions about the role of women in church leadership.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made about Jacqui Oatley, the first woman to commentate on Match of the Day.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
Mike Newell and Football Sexism View Lesson»
Football manager Mike Newell caused a media storm with his derogatory comments about a female referee’s assistant. We compare his arguments about the place for women in professional football with the debate about women in the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made by Mike Newell about Amy Rayner in November 2006, and assess whether they agree or disagree with him.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
Vicar of Dibley: Arrival View Lesson»
The BBC sitcom The Vicar of Dibley is the starting point for an examination of different Christian attitudes to the issue of women priests.
- Students will have considered different perspectives on the question of the ordination of women and will have produced an individual written response demonstrating an understanding of different arguments within the debate.
3. Awareness of modern Christians who have worked to oppose gender prejudice, and Jesus' treatment of women
Female football managers View Lesson»
Comments about the possibility of a woman managing a professional men's football team provide contrast to the ongoing debate about the role of women in the church ministry.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made about the possibility of a woman being appointed manager of a professional male football team.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
Mixed football and Church roles View Lesson»
The restrictions on girls and women playing organised football with boys and men are compared with debates in church communities about the respective roles of men and women.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women
- Evaluate the restrictions on mixed-sex football teams
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women
Sexism and Sky Sports Presenters View Lesson»
The existence of sexist attitudes in professional football is compared and contrasted with the ongoing debate about the role of women in church ministry.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women
- Evaluate the comments made about Sian Massey, the female assistant referee, by Sky Sports presenters
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women
Women's Sport and Unequal Pay View Lesson»
Vast pay differentials between men and women in certain sports (and smaller differentials in society in general) prompt this lesson on Christian attitudes towards men and women and their roles.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the varying amounts of coverage of male and female sports in the media
- Analyse the arguments for the disparity of payment and media coverage of male and female athletes
- Reflect upon the male/female pay gap in other forms of employment, and analyse whether or not it is unfair to women
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Women Bishops View Lesson»
The decision of the Church of England to allow the appointment of women as bishops prompts a lesson exploring different Christian perspectives on the roles of men and women within the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Summarise the different perspectives within the Church of England concerning the appointment of women as bishops
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
- Synthesise learning by writing a newspaper report outlining different Christian perspectives on the issue of women bishops
Jacqui Oatley and Match of the Day View Lesson»
The first woman commentator on Match of the Day prompted discussion about the place of women in football, which is compared in this lesson to discussions about the role of women in church leadership.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made about Jacqui Oatley, the first woman to commentate on Match of the Day.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
Wimbledon Prize Money View Lesson»
The Wimbledon Tennis championships in 2007 are set to be the first ever to offer equal prize money for men and women. We explore different attitudes to differences between the sexes, particularly those based on a Christian perspective
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Analyse the arguments for paying women tennis players the same prize money as their male equivalents
- Reflect upon the male/female pay gap in other forms of employment, and analyse whether or not it is unfair to women
- Evaluate the extent to which male and female stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning men and women
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
Mike Newell and Football Sexism View Lesson»
Football manager Mike Newell caused a media storm with his derogatory comments about a female referee’s assistant. We compare his arguments about the place for women in professional football with the debate about women in the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon perceived differences in the relative abilities and shortcomings of men and women.
- Evaluate the comments made by Mike Newell about Amy Rayner in November 2006, and assess whether they agree or disagree with him.
- Analyse articles reflecting different Christian perspectives on the role of women in church.
- Reflect upon the argument that the early Christian church was a positive force for affirming and liberating women.
- Prepare a speech for a debate on the impact of Christian faith on the role of women.
The Simpsons: Lisa vs. Malibu Stacy View Lesson»
Lisa’s battle against the sexist assumptions of her talking Malibu Stacy doll is compared with different Christian perspectives on the role of women in the church.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the positive and negative values of particular childhood toys
- Analyse various reactions to the fictitious Malibu Stacy dolls in The Simpsons
- Evaluate and identify the nature of positive female role models
- Analyse different Christian perspectives on the role of women in the church
- Create a fictitious toy product and a promotional campaign for it, to reflect Christian understanding of women and their role
The Simpsons: The Last Temptation of Homer View Lesson»
The prospect of a female co-worker causes concern for Homer and his friends. We look at different perceptions of men and women, and consider how Christians regard the different sexes.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the stereotypical perceptions of male and female differences
- Evaluate the extent to which stereotypes have a basis in real differences
- Consider the teaching of the Bible concerning male and female
- Evaluate the extent to which Christianity is a cause of liberation or discrimination for women
The Stepford Wives View Lesson»
The men of Stepford have replaced their wives with robots programmed to obey their every whim. How does this differ from the Christian understanding of the roles of men and women?
Students will:
- Consider different attitudes towards the role of women in society
- Identify their own attitude concerning the role of women in society
- Analyse what the Bible says about how husbands and wives should relate to one another
- Discuss what constitutes an accurate Biblical view of the roles of men and women
- Reflect upon the way Jesus treated women
- Evaluate how Jesus might have reacted to a fictional conflict between men and women
- Produce some written work showing someone trying to persuade others to adopt a Christian attitude towards men and women
Single View Lesson»
Natasha Bedingfield’s debut single talks about her happiness about not being in a relationship. We explore common prejudices concerning singleness and consider a Christian response to them.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the different associations of the words ‘spinster’ and ‘batchelor’
- Analyse the message of contemporary culture about the relative merits of being in a relationship and being single
- Analyse Jesus’ treatment of an individual who was looked down on for her relationship history
- Understand the difference between being alone and being single, yet part of a community
- Demonstrate an understanding of Christian thinking on the subject of singleness and relationships
Vicar of Dibley: Arrival View Lesson»
The BBC sitcom The Vicar of Dibley is the starting point for an examination of different Christian attitudes to the issue of women priests.
- Students will have considered different perspectives on the question of the ordination of women and will have produced an individual written response demonstrating an understanding of different arguments within the debate.
Beauty and the Beast View Lesson»
Gaston, the ‘man’s man’ from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast prompts an examination of different models of manhood.
- Students consider different views about what makes a real man, before deciding for themselves which qualities represent the ideal of manliness.