1. PowerPoint Presentation

A full classroom PowerPoint covering Section A 1.1. The slides include learning outcomes, explanations, contemporary examples, discussion questions and student activities. The PowerPoint covers areas such as the Search for Meaning, contemporary culture, goal and purpose of life, good and evil, suffering, factors that block meaning, and indifference to the Search for Meaning.

2. Student Notes

A structured notes document designed to explain the topic clearly and accessibly. These notes break down the main ideas in student-friendly language while remaining focused on the Leaving Cert RE course.

3. Key Terms Sheet

A clear key terms document explaining important concepts from the topic, helping students build confidence with the language of Section A 1.1.

4. Revision Booklet

A condensed revision booklet designed to help students quickly revise the main ideas. The booklet is useful for students who want a shorter revision resource alongside the full notes, and for teachers who want a concise summary document for class revision or independent study.

Topics covered include:

• The Search for Meaning and Values
• The Contemporary Context
• Contemporary examples from music, poetry, literature and film
• The Goal and Purpose of Life
• The Meaning of Good and Evil
• The Experience of Suffering
• Factors that block the Search for Meaning
• Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
• Consumerism and Materialism
• Routine and Repetition
• Secularism
• Pessimism
• Key terms and exam-focused language

Who is this for?

This bundle is suitable for:

• Leaving Cert Religious Education students
• Higher and Ordinary Level students
• Teachers preparing Section A 1.1
• Tutors supporting LC RE students
• Students who want clearer, more organised revision material