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Zen Buddhism and Modern Utopia

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Students work collaboratively to analyze the various religious beliefs of Zen Buddhists. Emphasis is placed upon class discussion and the ideal of a Utopian environment or society.

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utopia, sir thomas more, buddhism, world religions, belief systems

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buddhism, utopia, zen, social studies
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 day
Instructional Strategy
Discussion

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