Pathways to Purpose

The Pathways to Purpose textbook for Senior Cycle Religious Education.

• This book is suitable for non-examination Religious Education students in all school settings.
• It sets out a course of learning that is inclusive of students of all faiths and none.
• Chapters open with learning intentions that outline what will be covered in that chapter.
• Key Terms are listed at the start of each chapter. They are then highlighted and defined in the text when they appear for the first time.
• Find Your Way activities at the start of each chapter allow students to start navigating their pathway through the chapter topic.
• Chapter content is presented in a clear, student-friendly style.
• Individual, pair-work and group-work activities are presented under clear action headings; Think and Respond, Create, Communicate, Read and Respond, Watch and Respond
• Some activities contain Reflection moments.
• Topics are explored using a variety of texts, including articles, blogs, songs, poems, sacred texts and prose.
• Learning Landmark activities at the end of each chapter allow students to mark important stages on their learning pathway.
• Students are given the opportunity to Relax and Reflect on inspiring quotes or their own thoughts at the end of each chapter.