Buddhism: World Geography 🌐 Ver en Español
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| 6th | 6.17(A) |
| World Geo | WG.5(A) WG.16(A) WG16.(B) WG.17(A) WG.17(B) WG.18(D) |
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Structured Conversation Questions
Observational
What are the beliefs of Buddhism?
The beliefs of Buddhism are...Relational
How is Buddhism different from Shintoism?
Buddhism is different from Shinto because...Inferential
Why do you think Buddhists are often opposed to violence?
I think Buddhists are often opposed to violence because...
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Students might notice in this visual:
- Siddhartha Gautama left a royal life to seek enlightenment
- Buddhism teaches about karma and reincarnation
- The Eightfold Path and Four Noble Truths guide Buddhist actions
- Buddhism spread along the Silk Road and blended with local cultures
- Buddhism is practiced in many countries today
EXTENDING THE DISCUSSION
After the observational question, randomly call on one or more students to share what they or their partner answered. Then ask the class, “Did anyone notice…?” using the suggestions above or anything else you’ve noticed.
After the observational question, randomly call on one or more students to share what they or their partner answered. Then ask the class, “Did anyone notice…?” using the suggestions above or anything else you’ve noticed.
Students might wonder:
- What does the Dharma Wheel represent?
- Why is there a map showing the spread of Buddhism across Asia?
- How can one religion be practiced alongside another like Shintoism?
- What do the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path actually mean?
- Why is there a swastika symbol in the visual, and what does it mean in Buddhism?
EXTENDING THE DISCUSSION
After students have shared what they notice, ask the class, “Did anyone wonder…?” using the suggestions above or anything else you might think is interesting or relevant to the lesson.
After students have shared what they notice, ask the class, “Did anyone wonder…?” using the suggestions above or anything else you might think is interesting or relevant to the lesson.
Example student responses
To the observational question, What are the beliefs of Buddhism?
LOW-LEVEL
The beliefs of Buddhism are about understanding suffering, karma, and reaching Nirvana.
HIGH-LEVEL
The beliefs of Buddhism include the idea that life is full of suffering, but peace can be achieved by following the Eightfold Path and understanding the nature of desire and karma. These teachings come from the Buddha’s enlightenment experience and are meant to guide people to Nirvana.
RESPONDING TO RESPONSES
Emphasize and celebrate each student’s use of the key vocabulary to support a culture of “no wrong answers.”
Emphasize and celebrate each student’s use of the key vocabulary to support a culture of “no wrong answers.”
