Re: Religion taught in schools? -
January 18th 2010, 10:42 AM
At my school (as with most Victorian, Australian public schools), religion isn't taught. We are told that the one reason it's not taught is because there aren't enough religion teachers in the state that would work for a public-education paygrade. Yes, the paygrades for teachers here are absolutely bullturds.
There are schools around the state that teach religion, but they only teach the religion that the school is affiliated with - Islamic schools school those of Islamic faith, and therefore would most likely teach Islam as opposed to Christianity. These subjects at all religious schools are compulsory - and even some private schools. However, throughout the state, Religious Education as a class is recognised and the overall Study Score (the mark given to you for each subject you take; out of 50) will add towards your ENTER score (a score similar to a G.P.A - but not quite).
So, even though Religion is a required subject at some schools, it adds towards your mark to get into University.
My girlfriend goes to a Catholic-affiliated school. She took R.E. accelerated, which meant she did the year 12 class in year 11. The school seemed to preach, rather than teach... I wasn't impressed - and the fact that the school accepts anyone of all backgrounds and religious beliefs, I was almost frustrated by the prospect.
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