Windows into Buddhism
Windows into Buddhism is a free, global educational resource that provides trusted materials on Buddhism from all traditions, specifically designed to support teachers and students in schools where Buddhism is part of world religions, philosophy, or ethics curricula.
Here is a list of the Learning Goals which link to Windows into Buddhism content.
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463EThe Paramita of Dhyana/MeditationDifferentiate between ordinary concentration and the paramita of dhyana as described in Buddhist texts; analyze the role of meditative absorption (samadhi) in developing wisdom and compassion; and demonstrate competency by designing and leading basic meditation sessions that cultivate both individual focus and group harmony.
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458EBuddhanatureAnalyze how the concept of buddhanature may affect one’s outlook on life; compare and contrast the principle of buddhanature with other religious or philosophical beliefs; and assess how the understanding of innate goodness transforms relationships.
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443ECompassionAnalyze the nature of karuna/compassion; guide unscripted meditation practices to generate this quality; and implement compassionate actions based on understanding beings’ desire for well-being and safety.
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441EBuddhist and Ordinary RefugeAnalyze the fundamental differences between Buddhist refuge (three jewels) and ordinary refuge practices by evaluating their effectiveness in providing protection from fear and suffering. Create criteria for assessing the wholesomeness of various refuge sources using the eightfold path as a framework, then apply these criteria to distinguish between reliable and unreliable sources of refuge in contemporary life experiences.
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438EPracticing Refuge for OthersImplement awareness practices to generate a calm, grounded center, and evaluate how being present and nonjudgmental serves as effective support for others.
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437EThe Qualities of the BuddhaAnalyze the Buddha’s qualities as described in traditional texts across multiple sources; evaluate which Buddha qualities most effectively inspire personal development; and implement contemplative practices that cultivate specific Buddha qualities while assessing their impact on daily ethical decision-making and relationships with others.
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335EBuddhist DebateAnalyze diverse perspectives through structured debate, and demonstrate the application of gestures and concepts from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition of debate.
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336ERight ViewAnalyze the importance of right view within the noble eightfold path, evaluating how this foundation shapes all other elements of the path.
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402EVipassana MeditationAnalyze the distinction between awareness and its objects during vipassana practice, evaluate how investigating the three marks of existence (impermanence, suffering, non-self) through direct observation leads to insight, and synthesize understanding by creating guided practices that help others develop insight.
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403EShamatha MeditationExplore shamatha meditation as a way to calm the mind and support both insight (vipassana) practice and everyday mental habits; evaluate personal experience with meditation; and demonstrate the practice by leading shamatha sessions that guide breath-based concentration while recognizing common challenges, obstacles, and their antidotes.
