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REL 133 Wk 1 – Common Practices in Religion
This week you learned about several religions. The materials and discussion focused on the different rules, roles, and nuances present in mainstream and indigenous religions. In this assignment, you will define religion and discuss common elements in mainstream and indigenous religions you learned about this week.
Select and complete Option A or Option B.
Option A: Written Summary
Write a 525- to 700-word paper that addresses the following questions:
- What are some key characteristics of indigenous religions, and how do they differ from key characteristics of other religions?
- What are common questions, concerns, practices, and experiences across various world religions? Include indigenous religions in your discussion.
- Consider religion’s place in modern society. What are at least 2 ways that even ancient religions impact us today?
- How does religion affect your life? Provide at least 1 specific example
Cite your references.
Format your paper according to appropriate University of Phoenix Writing & Style Guidelines. You may find helpful resources for completing your assignment in the Center for Writing Excellence.
Submit your assignment.
Option B: Microsoft® PowerPoint® Presentation
Prepare a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation that addresses the following questions:
- What are some key characteristics of indigenous religions, and how do they differ from key characteristics of other religions?
- What are common questions, concerns, practices, and experiences across various world religions? Include indigenous religions in your discussion.
- Consider religion’s place in modern society. What are at least 2 ways that even ancient religions impact us today?
- How does religion affect your life? Provide at least 1 specific example
Refer to the Help with Microsoft PowerPoint Assignments document if you choose to create a presentation.
Use bullet points and images or graphics to illustrate your main points.
Cite your references.
Format your assignment according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines. You may find helpful resources for completing your assignment in the Center for Writing Excellence.
Local campus students: Present your presentation. Give a 10- to 15-minute oral presentation accompanied by your presentation.
Online and directed study students: Write detailed speaker notes for each slide of your presentation.
Submit your assignment.