I will lead into the week with a direct instruction lesson on ancient religions to set the stage for the rest of the religions, this will enable students to have a platform to build upon. My next lesson would be a Socratic seminar lesson on Buddhism and Hinduism which will follow the logical chronological procession of religions. After this I will give a concept attainment lesson on Islam, followed by a cooperative learning lesson on Judaism. Finally, I will do an inquiry lesson on Christianity, since it ties in so closely with Judaism.
Monday:
Direct Instruction - Ancient Religions
Tuesday:
Socratic Seminar - Buddhism and Hinduism
Wednesday:
Concept Attainment - Islam
Thursday:
Cooperative Learning - Judaism
Friday:
Inquiry - Christianity
Monday:
Direct Instruction - Ancient Religions
Tuesday:
Socratic Seminar - Buddhism and Hinduism
Wednesday:
Concept Attainment - Islam
Thursday:
Cooperative Learning - Judaism
Friday:
Inquiry - Christianity