Buddhism: Beliefs and Teachings Personal Learning Checklist

About this resource

The “Buddhism: Beliefs and Teachings Personal Learning Checklist (PLC)” produced by the National Association of Teachers of Religious Education – provided by a member of the NATRE Executive is a revision and assessment resource designed to support secondary Religious Education teachers in the UK, particularly for GCSE-level study of Buddhism. The checklist breaks down key specification content—such as core Buddhist beliefs, teachings, and important concepts—into manageable statements that students can review and self-assess. By rating their confidence or knowledge for each topic, students identify strengths and gaps in their understanding, enabling more focused and effective revision. For teachers, the PLC provides a structured way to monitor student progress, diagnose misconceptions, and plan targeted revision activities before examinations. It also encourages reflective learning by prompting students to take responsibility for their own progress and exam preparation. Overall, the resource supports formative assessment, improves exam readiness, and helps teachers organise revision in a clear, specification-linked way.