S17 E1: The One About Becomng An RE Teacher

This episode of the RE Podcast explores the importance of RE in today's society, addressing the misconceptions surrounding the subject, the current recruitment crisis, and the exciting future for aspiring RE teachers. The conversation features insights from experienced educators and new teachers, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of RE teachers and the critical role of RE in fostering community cohesion and critical thinking among students. The episode also discusses funding opportunities for those interested in pursuing a career in RE and emphasises the supportive nature of the RE community.

Funding

https://www.cstg.org.uk/funding/individual/

Karen's blog

https://www.worcester.ac.uk/about/news/academic-blog/education-blogs/how-you-can-make-a-difference-as-an-re-teacher.aspx

God - A very short introduction

https://academic.oup.com/book/484

Religion and Media Centre

https://religionmediacentre.org.uk/

https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1295498/episodes/11254078-s7-e2-the-one-about-religion-media-centre

National Content Standard

https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1295498/episodes/14530622-s11-e9-the-one-about-the-national-content-standard

Curriculum And Assessment Review https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/1295498/episodes/18179527-curriculum-and-assessment-review-special

Routes to becoming an RE Teacher

https://www.cstg.org.uk/campaigns/teacher-recruitment/becoming-a-teacher/

Get into teaching (DfE)

https://getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/life-as-a-teacher/explore-subjects/religious-education

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