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Actively promoting the study of Religious Traditions through professional learning opportunities, resource support and examination materials for NSW Studies of Religion teachers.

The Association for Studies of Religion exists to support teachers in the delivery of the NSW Studies of Religion Stage 6 courses: Studies of Religion I and Studies of Religion II. ASR organises professional learning events throughout the year to provide valuable and quality teacher support and development. In conjunction with these events, ASR also provides support through this website and social media platforms.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Professional Learning Opportunity #3

This Zoom session will involve a panel of experienced Studies of Religion Teachers answering any questions about the SOR syllabus, topics, strategies and resources.

Professional Learning Opportunity #2

We are proud to launch our first Launch of ASR Studies of Religion Trial HSC Trial Exam at this event.

Professional Learning Opportunity #1

More than 85 people joined in our first PD for 2023 – Our New Religious Landscape. Igor and Kimberley took us all on a fascinating journey through the 2021 Census data.

Resource Library

ASR members have access to a variety of resources and pedagogical strategies that support NSW Studies of Religion Stage 6 courses.

Professional Development

ASR provides numerous opportunities for professional learning throughout the year. These include both content based and skills based presentations. The 2023 ASR PL calendar can be accessed here.

Representing You

ASR is here to support you, the teacher! To become a member of ASR or to renew your membership, click the button below.

Stage 6 SOR

A religious [person] is one who holds God and [humanity] in one thought at one time, at all times, who suffers harm done to others, whose greatest passion is compassion, whose greatest strength is love and defiance of despair.

Abraham Joshua Heschel

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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.