We've been studying 3 monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Quick - students, if you're reading this with an adult, turn to that adult and tell them what monotheistic means.
TADA! Look! They've learned something! (Seriously, if they didn't get that right... I just... Look it up on google...)
Today students finished copying down a cladogram on the 3 monotheistic religions. Here's what they copied.
I also made a version using Prezi, and I've got to say: it's pretty good. Check it out if you have time. (It's easier and makes more sense if you view it on a desktop. Just click the first arrow once you're in.)
A couple of the main things I wanted students to get out of this presentation were that the 3 monotheistic religions trace their roots back to Abraham, but also that there's great diversity within Christianity - and even great diversity within the denominations of Christianity.
I understand that one of the failings of this presentation is that it doesn't show the diverse thought within the other religions. And it should. For instance, check out this picture on the denominations within the Sunni and Shia branches of Islam:
(The image was created by Angelpeream.)
Well, it's a work in progress. I'm hoping to continue improving it every year I teach.
While I have a lot more I want to say on the topic, I'll say that's all for now.
If students want extra credit, they may read and discuss this blog with an adult. Once they've finished, the student should write down 3 thoughts about the Prezi. Then, have the adult sign the paper.
Turn it in Tuesday.
Enjoy the 4-day weekend.
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