Cole, W. Owen
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W. Owen Cole’s teaching career began in 1954 and has continued into the twenty-first century, a period of considerable social change but, in his opinion one of too little educational response. In England he has taught at all stages of education from primary schools to university and in India at universities. His principal interest has been in teacher training. His life has been one of opportunities gratefully received. Readers are encouraged to share his journey and pursue their own. All that is needed is vision, empathy and a willingness to accept the unexpected.-Google Books
Books
Hinduism
This series uses a selection of exciting and compelling stories from many different faiths, for all faiths. Vibrant artwork and photographs help to bring age-old stories to life. Each story is linked with a panel that explains how the story affects the way the faith is practised today. Suitable for middle primary.
UNDERSTANDING SIKHISM
"One of the world's major faiths with more than 20 million adherents, Sikhism is a religion which most people, including academics, seem to ignore. This introduction assumes no prior knowledge on the part of the reader. At the centre of the religion is the scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib. It is the focus of Sikh theology and practice to the extent that no one is allowed to come between it and the believer. There is no priesthood. A particular aspect of Sikhism is its relationship with and attitude to other religions, something of particular significance in our multi religious society."--Jacket.
The story of Prahlad
Relates the tale of the child Prahlad whose devotion for and love of Vishnu helped him endure severe tortures.
Six World Faiths
"It is now recognized that, in the pluralistic world of which a multi-faith Britain is a part, it is important for everyone to understand the philosophies and practices of the world's different faiths." "Six World Faiths reflects the multi-faith nature of society in its authorship and thus presents an introduction to inter-religious understanding which will provide people working and living in a multi-racial society with the knowledge necessary to appreciate each other's beliefs, practices and values."--BOOK JACKET.