CARE

The Gospel of Mark – The Identity of Jesus 

This unit explores the story of Jesus through the lens of the Gospel of Mark, encouraging students to examine his life, actions, and words within the context of ancient society. Students will engage in critical analysis of Mark's portrayal of Jesus, considering diverse perspectives and historical contexts. By investigating key questions such as "Who was Jesus?" and "Why was he so significant?", students will deepen their understanding of his role within Christianity. The unit aims to develop students' abilities to analyse religious texts, appreciate different viewpoints, and understand the broader implications of Jesus' life and teachings. 

The assessment task will be to analyse and creatively depict Jesus' identity through creative expressions, demonstrating an understanding of his role in ancient and modern contexts and reflecting on his influence on personal values and societal impact. 

Judaism 

In Term 2, students learn about the world's oldest monotheistic religion, Judaism, dating back nearly 4,000 years. Followers of Judaism believe in one God who revealed himself through ancient prophets. The history of Judaism is essential to understanding the Jewish faith, which has a rich heritage of law, culture and tradition. It is also the religion from which Christianity was born. Students will examine the characteristics of Judaism, the stories of Moses, who is arguably considered the greatest figure in Judaism, and the significance of the festival of Passover to the Jews. The assessment task will be the completion of an online knowledge test on what students have learnt about Judaism.  

Throughout the unit, students explore their own spirituality through a range of meditative and reflective exercises designed to help them connect with the world beyond the physical. 

Assessment 

• The Identity of Jesus Assignment 
• Judaism Topic Test 

What is a Good Life?  

Students explore the fundamental question of what it means to live a good life and how to achieve it. Throughout the course, they investigate ancient philosophical theories, psychological theories, and religious perspectives, as well as the impact of social justice, modern marketing, and media on our perceptions of a good life. Weekly journal reflections allow students to express and refine their ideas and beliefs about living a meaningful and purposeful life. The course examines how various religions, including Eastern and Western traditions, define a good life, highlighting examples from notable individuals. Students also explore positive psychology strategies and techniques to enhance their well-being. The unit culminates in a creative response, where students use their strengths to articulate what they have learned and discovered throughout the course. 

Love Your Neighbour  

In Term 4, students will investigate the questions, "Who is our neighbour?" and “How do we love our neighbour?”. They will explore contemporary social justice issues and consider what the Bible teaches about justice and loving our neighbour. Students will research a specific social justice issue in detail and present their findings in a film aimed at helping the Carey community grow in their capacity to assist others and advocate for change. Additionally, students will engage in a community service program, actively thinking about and implementing ways to make a positive difference in their community. 

Assessment