The Power of Visiting Real Places of Worship

Beyond the Classroom: The Power of Visiting Real Places of Worship

'Experiencing religious traditions in context helps teachers bring real-world insights into the classroom, making RE more meaningful. Visiting a mosque, gurdwara, or mandir allows teachers to encounter faith as something living and rooted in community. For example, one gurdwara we visit is housed in a repurposed building, showing how sacred spaces can be adapted to meet community needs. Observing rituals, asking questions, and engaging with faith leaders allows teachers to understand the meaning behind practices, symbols, and daily life in each community, deepening their subject knowledge while challenging assumptions and stereotypes.'

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Read the full article by Debbie Yeomans, National RE Advisor for RE Today and the East Midlands RE Hubs Lead, on the RE:ONLINE website on THIS LINK.