Using disciplines in RE: tools, methods and resources | BQIC – Secondary (15/04/2026)

Description

This course explores the use of disciplinary approaches in Religious Education, based on the Challenging Knowledge in RE book series. It supports teachers in applying disciplines such as theology, philosophy, sociology, anthropology and psychology in the classroom, deepens understanding of disciplinary methods and their underlying epistemological assumptions, and develops practical skills for using these approaches with pupils. The course also introduces the Challenging Knowledge in RE resources from RE Toda and is available to NATRE members.

Online course details:

• Date: Wednesday 15 April 2026
• Time: 4PM – 5:30PM
• Area of focus: Teaching and learning
• Trainers: National RE Adviser – Stephen Pett
• School Phase: Secondary (11-16)
• Price: £60 (NATRE members get 25% off)*

NATRE member discounts
*25% off for selected NATRE membership types. Can’t be used in conjunction with any other offer..

***SPECIAL OFFER ALERT: Get this course with the book bundle (six thematic publications) for just £100!**

Course features:

• This course explores ways of using disciplines in RE, based on the book series, Challenging Knowledge in RE.  
• To explore with teachers a range of practical applications of different disciplines in RE (including theology, philosophy, sociology, anthropology and psychology) 
• To deepen teachers’ understanding of methods used by disciplines 
• To examine the impact of the different epistemological assumptions behind disciplines 
• To develop teachers’ skills in using disciplinary methods with pupils in lessons  
• To introduce teachers to a series of published resources (Challenging Knowledge in RE) that support disciplinary approaches, available from RE Today and available to NATRE members. 

Benefits of attending – Delegates: 

The delegate receives inspiring training and practical strategies to support disciplinary approaches to RE 

Benefits of attending – For the school:  

The school hears about available resources and has teachers equipped to apply disciplinary knowledge alongside substantive and personal knowledge.