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Learning Objectives
- Awareness of the causes and results of prejudice
- Awareness of the consequences of prejudice and discrimination
- Understanding key concepts (equality, justice, community)
- Understanding of Christian teaching about prejudice as a concept
1. Awareness of the causes and results of prejudice
Doctor Who: The Almost People View Lesson»
Amy's reaction to a living-plastic double of the Doctor shows her to be more prejudiced than she thought. Students compare her situation with Jesus' teaching on prejudice.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the way preconceptions can influence how we think of other people
- Evaluate a positive example of going beyond prejudice from an episode of Doctor Who
- Evaluate a less-positive example of prejudice from the same episode
- Analyse biblical teaching that relates to prejudice and discrimination
- Synthesise learning by creating a publicity campaign for an into-prejudice pressure group
District 9 View Lesson»
The fictitious treatment of a colony of refugee aliens draws parallels with attitudes towards refugees and immigrants in real life.
Students will:
- reflect on the portrayal of asylum seekers and other immigrants in the media
- Reflect on the treatment of a fictional group of refugees in the film District 9
- Analyse the attitudes shown by members of the public in District 9, making comparisons with real life attitudes towards immigrants
- Analyse key Bible passages to discover Christian perspectives on the treatment of outsiders
- Synthesise learning by writing a television discussion about the situation in District 9
Praying Doctors and Nurses View Lesson»
Different opinions on whether Christian doctors and nurses should be able to offer to pray with their patients. We consider whether restrictions constitute religious discrimination, or are reasonable professional guidelines.
Students will:
- Reflect on the way that context changes our opinion as to what constitutes reasonable behaviour
- Analyse proposals for Christian doctors and nurses to be able to offer to pray with patients
- Evaluate different quotes concerning the proposals for Christian doctors and nurses to be able to offer to pray with patients
- Analyse a press release from the Christian Medical Fellowship, and evaluate the claims that Christians in the medical professions are being discriminated against
- Reflect on the appropriateness of a Christian medical employee allowing their faith to make a difference to how they do their job
- Synthesise learning by writing an imaginary disciplinary hearing against a Christian doctor accused of inappropriately sharing their faith at work
Big Brother Racism (June 2007) View Lesson»
The removal of a contestant from the Big Brother house for use of racially offensive language prompts this lesson on Christian perspectives about racial prejudice.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the worst thing that anyone has ever said to them
- Evaluate what makes different comments so offensive
- Analyse the nature of the offence that led to the contestant Emily being removed from the Big Brother House
- Reflect on the previous Big Brother racism controversy.
- Reflect on comments by the Archbishop of York and the teaching of Jesus from the Bible to determine a Christian perspective of racial prejudice and discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious expressions of racial prejudice in society today
- Synthesize learning by writing a code of conduct to protect people from racial discrimination
Celebrity Big Brother: Racism View Lesson»
Archbishop John Sentamu’s contribution to the Celebrity Big Brother racism row prompts this look at Christian teaching on racial prejudice.
Students will:
- Evaluate why people exhibit prejudice towards others
- Analyse the causes of specific examples of prejudice from 2007’s Celebrity Big Brother
- Reflect on comments by the Archbishop of York and the teaching of Jesus from the Bible to determine a Christian perspective of racial prejudice and discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious expressions of racial prejudice in society today
- Synthesize learning by scripting a Diary Room encounter in the Big Brother house
Joyeux Noel View Lesson»
The famous Christmas Eve ceasefire in World War 1 prompts this lesson on the roots of division in prejudice, and what Christians see as the solution to such division.
Students will:
- Consider how outward appearances can influence the assumptions that people make about their differences from other people
- Reflect on the way that lack of contact can lead to prejudice about other groups of people, feeding a sense of hostility
- Analyse the impact of the unofficial Christmas Eve ceasefire on those involved
- Analyse some Bible passages to see what experience early Christians had of division, and how they attempted to resolve it
- Synthesize learning by reflecting on social divisions in their own experience, and summarising Christian teaching on unity in diversity
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
Shrek 2 View Lesson»
Meeting the in-laws is always stressful, but when you are a huge green ogre, the odds seem stacked against a good first impression.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the concept of people being the same or different as one another
- Analyse reasons to explain why some people expect others to be prejudiced against them
- Identify factors that cause prejudice in the real world
- Analyse ways of diffusing situations that become hostile because of prejudice
- Analyse what the Bible has to say on the subject of prejudice
- Create a publicity campaign for a fictitious anti-prejudice pressure group
The Good Samaritan News Story View Lesson»
A news story about drivers swerving to avoid a woman lying injured in the road is linked to Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan.
Students will:
- Rank six photographs in order of approval
- Reflect upon the inadequacy of judging and evaluating people simply on appearances
- Reflect upon an account of people failing to help someone in trouble, and evaluate the possible reasons for helping or not helping in this particular case
- Analyse the parable of the Good Samaritan, reflecting upon it’s relevance to our present-day society and prejudices
- Write a news report of a fictional event, paralleling the events in the parable of the Good Samaritan
Hidalgo View Lesson»
Attitudes towards pure-bred horses are compared with the treatment of Native Americans in the nineteenth century, before looking at Jesus’ attitude towards racial prejudice and the work of Christians today to oppose prejudice.
Students will:
- Evaluate why people exhibit prejudice towards others
- Analyse the causes of specific examples of prejudice
- Analyse the attitude of the Church of England towards racial discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious forms of prejudice in society today
- Consider how a Christian might apply Christian teaching on the subject to situations of prejudice and discrimination today
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
Rabbit Proof Fence View Lesson»
The powerful true life story told in the film Rabbit Proof Fence raises questions about racial prejudice and discrimination.
Students will:
- Evaluate the impact of prejudice and discrimination upon individuals and communities
- Analyse the reasons that result in some people holding prejudiced views about other races
- Analyse the example of Jesus in resisting and challenging prejudice
- Analyse the attitude of the Church of England towards racial discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious forms of prejudice in society today
- Consider how to argue against prejudice from a Christian perspective
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets View Lesson»
Attitudes towards Mudbloods and Parcelmouths in the second Harry Potter film lead into this lesson about racial discrimination. If Mudblood and Parcelmouth mean nothing to you, the clips explain everything!
Students will:
- Evaluate why people exhibit prejudice towards others
- Analyse the causes of specific examples of prejudice
- Analyse the attitude of the Church of England towards racial discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious forms of prejudice in society today
- Consider how a Christian might apply Christian teaching on the subject to situations of prejudice and discrimination today
Miracle Maker: The Good Samaritan View Lesson»
An animated version of Jesus’ parable helps students to understand its relevance to modern prejudices.
- Students will understand the difference between prejudice and discrimination and their causes. They will also understand Christian teaching on loving your neighbour as an alternative to prejudice and discrimination.
Gattaca View Lesson»
In the film Gattaca, a person’s genetic profile determines what jobs they are permitted to do. Students consider what this film has to say about how modern technology presents us with a new focus for prejudice and discrimination.
- Students identify ways in which modern technology can provide both advantages and disadvantages to a society, and reflect on what it means to be human.
2. Awareness of the consequences of prejudice and discrimination
Racism in Football 2011 View Lesson»
A flurry of stories combining football and racism prompt this examination into Christian perspectives on racism.
Students will:
- Reflect upon a word association game
- Discuss a variety of news stories concerning footballers being accused of racially abusing opponents
- Reflect on comments by public figures on racism debates
- Analyse comments by the Archbishop of York and the teaching of Jesus from the Bible to determine a Christian perspective of racial prejudice and discrimination
- Consider less obvious expressions of racial prejudice in society today
- Synthesise learning by writing a series of Tweets about one or more instances of alleged racist abuse
Doctor Who: The Almost People View Lesson»
Amy's reaction to a living-plastic double of the Doctor shows her to be more prejudiced than she thought. Students compare her situation with Jesus' teaching on prejudice.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the way preconceptions can influence how we think of other people
- Evaluate a positive example of going beyond prejudice from an episode of Doctor Who
- Evaluate a less-positive example of prejudice from the same episode
- Analyse biblical teaching that relates to prejudice and discrimination
- Synthesise learning by creating a publicity campaign for an into-prejudice pressure group
Joyeux Noel View Lesson»
The famous Christmas Eve ceasefire in World War 1 prompts this lesson on the roots of division in prejudice, and what Christians see as the solution to such division.
Students will:
- Consider how outward appearances can influence the assumptions that people make about their differences from other people
- Reflect on the way that lack of contact can lead to prejudice about other groups of people, feeding a sense of hostility
- Analyse the impact of the unofficial Christmas Eve ceasefire on those involved
- Analyse some Bible passages to see what experience early Christians had of division, and how they attempted to resolve it
- Synthesize learning by reflecting on social divisions in their own experience, and summarising Christian teaching on unity in diversity
Shrek 2 View Lesson»
Meeting the in-laws is always stressful, but when you are a huge green ogre, the odds seem stacked against a good first impression.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the concept of people being the same or different as one another
- Analyse reasons to explain why some people expect others to be prejudiced against them
- Identify factors that cause prejudice in the real world
- Analyse ways of diffusing situations that become hostile because of prejudice
- Analyse what the Bible has to say on the subject of prejudice
- Create a publicity campaign for a fictitious anti-prejudice pressure group
The Good Samaritan News Story View Lesson»
A news story about drivers swerving to avoid a woman lying injured in the road is linked to Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan.
Students will:
- Rank six photographs in order of approval
- Reflect upon the inadequacy of judging and evaluating people simply on appearances
- Reflect upon an account of people failing to help someone in trouble, and evaluate the possible reasons for helping or not helping in this particular case
- Analyse the parable of the Good Samaritan, reflecting upon it’s relevance to our present-day society and prejudices
- Write a news report of a fictional event, paralleling the events in the parable of the Good Samaritan
Ron Atkinson, racism and The Passion of the Christ View Lesson»
A veteran football commentator resigning in a row over the broadcast of racist remarks, and claims that Mel Gibson’s Jesus film promotes anti-Semitism are used to consider what Christianity has to say about racism.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the impact of racist statements by high-profile public figures
- Analyse the debate about whether The Passion of the Christ propagates racist anti-Semitism
- Reflect on the Good Samaritan as an example of anti-racist teaching
- Synthesise a modern version of the parable of the Good Samaritan
- Analyse key Bible passages to determine what the Bible has to say about racism
Rabbit Proof Fence View Lesson»
The powerful true life story told in the film Rabbit Proof Fence raises questions about racial prejudice and discrimination.
Students will:
- Evaluate the impact of prejudice and discrimination upon individuals and communities
- Analyse the reasons that result in some people holding prejudiced views about other races
- Analyse the example of Jesus in resisting and challenging prejudice
- Analyse the attitude of the Church of England towards racial discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious forms of prejudice in society today
- Consider how to argue against prejudice from a Christian perspective
Miracle Maker: The Good Samaritan View Lesson»
An animated version of Jesus’ parable helps students to understand its relevance to modern prejudices.
- Students will understand the difference between prejudice and discrimination and their causes. They will also understand Christian teaching on loving your neighbour as an alternative to prejudice and discrimination.
Gattaca View Lesson»
In the film Gattaca, a person’s genetic profile determines what jobs they are permitted to do. Students consider what this film has to say about how modern technology presents us with a new focus for prejudice and discrimination.
- Students identify ways in which modern technology can provide both advantages and disadvantages to a society, and reflect on what it means to be human.
3. Understanding key concepts (equality, justice, community)
Crumbs From Your Table View Lesson»
A U2 song expressing frustration at Western reluctance to help end poverty in developing nations leads into an examination of students own life aspirations, and Christian attitudes towards global poverty.
Students will:
- Explore their own aspirations are for life
- Consider how these compare with basic essentials for life
- Ask how much they would be willing to sacrifice to make a real difference to someone else’s life
- Explore a Bible passage which addresses the concept of having and not having
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 Good Samaritan News Story View Lesson»
A news story about drivers swerving to avoid a woman lying injured in the road is linked to Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan.
Students will:
- Rank six photographs in order of approval
- Reflect upon the inadequacy of judging and evaluating people simply on appearances
- Reflect upon an account of people failing to help someone in trouble, and evaluate the possible reasons for helping or not helping in this particular case
- Analyse the parable of the Good Samaritan, reflecting upon it’s relevance to our present-day society and prejudices
- Write a news report of a fictional event, paralleling the events in the parable of the Good Samaritan
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
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
Rabbit Proof Fence View Lesson»
The powerful true life story told in the film Rabbit Proof Fence raises questions about racial prejudice and discrimination.
Students will:
- Evaluate the impact of prejudice and discrimination upon individuals and communities
- Analyse the reasons that result in some people holding prejudiced views about other races
- Analyse the example of Jesus in resisting and challenging prejudice
- Analyse the attitude of the Church of England towards racial discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious forms of prejudice in society today
- Consider how to argue against prejudice from a Christian perspective
Miracle Maker: The Good Samaritan View Lesson»
An animated version of Jesus’ parable helps students to understand its relevance to modern prejudices.
- Students will understand the difference between prejudice and discrimination and their causes. They will also understand Christian teaching on loving your neighbour as an alternative to prejudice and discrimination.
Gattaca View Lesson»
In the film Gattaca, a person’s genetic profile determines what jobs they are permitted to do. Students consider what this film has to say about how modern technology presents us with a new focus for prejudice and discrimination.
- Students identify ways in which modern technology can provide both advantages and disadvantages to a society, and reflect on what it means to be human.
4. Understanding of Christian teaching about prejudice as a concept
Doctor Who: The Almost People View Lesson»
Amy's reaction to a living-plastic double of the Doctor shows her to be more prejudiced than she thought. Students compare her situation with Jesus' teaching on prejudice.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the way preconceptions can influence how we think of other people
- Evaluate a positive example of going beyond prejudice from an episode of Doctor Who
- Evaluate a less-positive example of prejudice from the same episode
- Analyse biblical teaching that relates to prejudice and discrimination
- Synthesise learning by creating a publicity campaign for an into-prejudice pressure group
Joyeux Noel View Lesson»
The famous Christmas Eve ceasefire in World War 1 prompts this lesson on the roots of division in prejudice, and what Christians see as the solution to such division.
Students will:
- Consider how outward appearances can influence the assumptions that people make about their differences from other people
- Reflect on the way that lack of contact can lead to prejudice about other groups of people, feeding a sense of hostility
- Analyse the impact of the unofficial Christmas Eve ceasefire on those involved
- Analyse some Bible passages to see what experience early Christians had of division, and how they attempted to resolve it
- Synthesize learning by reflecting on social divisions in their own experience, and summarising Christian teaching on unity in diversity
Cancelled Carol Service View Lesson»
A civic carol service is cancelled because the Vicar refuses to allow privileged reserved seating for council dignitaries. Who is in the right, and what is church for?
Students will:
- Understand the concept of distinguishing between people in terms of seating arrangements
- Reflect upon the dispute between St. Peter’s and St. Paul’s church, Chatteris and the Fenland District Council concerning the council carol service in 2004.
- Recognise the differences between the prevailing culture of council events and church events
- Analyse the Vicar’s reasons for making his decision, and evaluate whether they correspond to Christian belief and values
- Evaluate the purpose of a church
Shrek 2 View Lesson»
Meeting the in-laws is always stressful, but when you are a huge green ogre, the odds seem stacked against a good first impression.
Students will:
- Reflect upon the concept of people being the same or different as one another
- Analyse reasons to explain why some people expect others to be prejudiced against them
- Identify factors that cause prejudice in the real world
- Analyse ways of diffusing situations that become hostile because of prejudice
- Analyse what the Bible has to say on the subject of prejudice
- Create a publicity campaign for a fictitious anti-prejudice pressure group
The Good Samaritan News Story View Lesson»
A news story about drivers swerving to avoid a woman lying injured in the road is linked to Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan.
Students will:
- Rank six photographs in order of approval
- Reflect upon the inadequacy of judging and evaluating people simply on appearances
- Reflect upon an account of people failing to help someone in trouble, and evaluate the possible reasons for helping or not helping in this particular case
- Analyse the parable of the Good Samaritan, reflecting upon it’s relevance to our present-day society and prejudices
- Write a news report of a fictional event, paralleling the events in the parable of the Good Samaritan
Rabbit Proof Fence View Lesson»
The powerful true life story told in the film Rabbit Proof Fence raises questions about racial prejudice and discrimination.
Students will:
- Evaluate the impact of prejudice and discrimination upon individuals and communities
- Analyse the reasons that result in some people holding prejudiced views about other races
- Analyse the example of Jesus in resisting and challenging prejudice
- Analyse the attitude of the Church of England towards racial discrimination
- Reflect on less obvious forms of prejudice in society today
- Consider how to argue against prejudice from a Christian perspective
Miracle Maker: The Good Samaritan View Lesson»
An animated version of Jesus’ parable helps students to understand its relevance to modern prejudices.
- Students will understand the difference between prejudice and discrimination and their causes. They will also understand Christian teaching on loving your neighbour as an alternative to prejudice and discrimination.
Distant Shore View Lesson»
A variety of websites and a song by Billy Bragg provoke discussion about the issue of asylum seekers in the UK.
- Students to be aware of the meanings of different key phrases, and to understand the range of views about asylum seekers and other immigrants in the UK. Students to be aware of how Christian teaching can be applied to these issues.