LONDON, ENGLAND, January 12, 2007: The Hindu Council (UK) supported by the DfES (the government department of education), the QCA (Qualifications and Curriculum Authority) and the Neasden temple have organized a one-day seminar on Hinduism for March 22, 2007. According to this press release, the aims of the seminar are: To assist primary and secondary school teachers with tools and techniques in teaching Hinduism; provide an opportunity to ask questions to clear up confusion on many aspects of Hinduism; to have a guided tour of the temple, exhibition on Hinduism and witness the arati ceremony; to participate in workshops on how Hinduism can be taught using arts, music and dance: experience the hospitality of the temple and have an opportunity to interact with the temple staff; review Hindu ideas on how to incorporate recommendation in the New Non-statutory Framework of RE (religious education); and to provide an opportunity to obtain resources on Hinduism and develop closer ties with the Neasden Temple and Hindu Council (UK) for on-going support in teaching Hinduism. This seminar is an opportunity for all RE teachers to gain first-hand experience on how to teach Hinduism from reception to advanced levels and to gain resources and develop links with specialists in this field. To register or for more information contact Jay Lakhani at hindu@btinternet.com.
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