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This is an self-directed interactive PowerPoint lesson and review for students to gain an understanding of the criteria... see more
An overview of Ninian Smart's Seven Dimensions of Religion This is a PowerPoint presentation at SlideShare suitable for... see more
A collection of interactive learning objects. This link is their collection of lessons related to religion - mostly brief... see more
This is my online Philosophy of Religion Course Redesign Project page.
An examination of the reasons for studying religion and religions, and the necessity for educator, student,... see more
Where did the universe come from? Is life a result of chance, or design? If God is loving and all-powerful, why does evil... see more
This website is a helpful guide for definitions and statistics concerning religion.
This is a set of practice exercises on Ninian Smart's Seven Dimensions of Religion. Includes flashcards, games, self... see more
This course is an anthropological exploration of religions in diverse cultural and historical contexts. Our focus will be... see more
This Philosophy of Western Religions textbook was developed as an Open Textbook (OER, Open Educational Resource) for use... see more
BBC pages on religions practiced in the UK. The site also reports on ethical issues such as euthanasia, genetic... see more
This website gives a comprehensive overview of the compelling reasons to study Religion as an academic discipline, the... see more
This video is featured in the Next Vista For Learning video collection, free 1-5 minute clips you can also download. In a... see more
A gateway site to religious leaders, groups, movements, and social and political reformers that shaped the British... see more
This video was recorded at MIT World Series - IAP - Independent Activities Period.
This course presents a theoretical analysis of religion as a cultural phenomenon. It explores the functional... see more
An online textbook for use with a Philosophy of Religion Course
This website discusses the different approaches and worldviews associated with the words "religion" and "spirituality".
This website constructs a thoughtful definition of religion using experiential and observational categories.
This is a journal posted on the Public Broadcasting Service site. It focuses on religious trends in America and religious... see more
This site is a 'selective, annotated guide to a wide variety of electronic resources of interest to those who are... see more
'This collaboration between the Wabash Center and the American Academy of Religion (AAR) makes available more that 1800... see more
'Professor Courtenay Raia lectures on science and religion as historical phenomena that have evolved over time. Examines... see more
This video was recorded at MIT World Series: The Max Wasserman Forum on Contemporary Art. Noted philosopher, critic and... see more