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GCSE Medicine L12 - How Did Jenner Defeat Smallpox?
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GCSE Medicine L12 - How Did Jenner Defeat Smallpox?

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This lesson contains: An overview of innoculation before Jenner came along, with questions on each slide for students to write answers in full. An introduction to Edward Jenner first and then students use the information sheets to complete questions about his discover of smallpox and how it worked. A discussion about the impact of the vaccination, and then students use the information to complete an activity about the impact of Jenner, the resistance he faced and the government funding he recieved. Two plenaries to choose from: the first is an exam question, the second a review about different key words in the lesson. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 1 x Publisher File
GCSE Medicine L15 - Florence Nightingale & Hospitals
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GCSE Medicine L15 - Florence Nightingale & Hospitals

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This lesson contains: A starter to recap previous knowledge from the course. An activity to produce a mind map using the information presented on the slides about hospitals prior to Florence Nightingale’s influence and the problems with nursing. A background to Florence’s life and her experiences in the Crimean War, with images to fuel a discussion. Students then use the information provided to complete a series of levelled questions on the board about her experiences in Crimea and the impact she then made at home. A study of a few source images to discuss how they relate to Florence’s impact. A final overview of hospitals after Florence, to show the impact she had. An opportunity to answer an exam question about hospitals, comparing this era to the previous one. Attachments: 1 Powerpoint Presentations 1 x Publisher Files
GCSE Medicine L17 - John Snow & Cholera
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GCSE Medicine L17 - John Snow & Cholera

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This lesson contains: A starter to consider the epidemics studied so far on this course. An introduction to Cholera as a disease and its effects. A source is used to get students to interpret the cause of the disease. An activity where students use the information provided to complete the questions about how John Snow discovered that Cholera was caused by the waste and sewage in the water. A final task to study on-board info and determine the effect John Snow had and whether the government were responsible for the future vaccination, or whether John Snow deserves the credit. A choice of plenaries: first a gap fill recall task or second, a choice of exam questions. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Publisher Files
GCSE Medicine L18 - The Creation of Penicillin
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GCSE Medicine L18 - The Creation of Penicillin

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This lesson contains: A starter to study Alexander Fleming’s petri dish and to describe what they see and what it might show. A brief background of the research and work on Pasteur, Snow, Lister and Koch that led to the research by Fleming on Penicillin, and the need for it because of the spread of staphylococcus. A useful YouTube video that gives an overview of the discovery of penicillin and the later contributions of Florey and Chain. Students then have an A3 worksheet (or A4 if you need to) with the chronology of events and gaps to complete with a word bank at the bottom. This is extended by determining the factors that led to the discovery, either war, individuals, government, increased technology or chance. An overview of how penicillin became the first mass produced drug, and then students determine who had the biggest influence on the creation of penicillin. There is an exam question, and support sheet, available do this. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 1 x Word File 1 x Publisher File
GCSE Medicine L14 - Lister, Simpson & Surgery Improvements
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GCSE Medicine L14 - Lister, Simpson & Surgery Improvements

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This lesson contains: A starter to recap previous taught knowledge form the course. An introduction to surgery noting the improvements to bleeding and infection, then starting with the problem of pain, from laughing gas to ether. An overview of the role of James Simpson and how he discovered the use of chloroform. A consolidation exercise to complete the gaps, then a colour-coding exercise to note the effect. An introduction into the world of antiseptics and Listers role. A video from YouTube to give an overview of the discovery of carbolic acid and a consolidation activity. Students then use the information provided to answer questions about Lister’s impact on antiseptics and aesceptic surgery. A plenary to consider which one had the bigger impact. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Publisher Files
GCSE Medicine L21 - Magic Bullets & Modern Treatments
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GCSE Medicine L21 - Magic Bullets & Modern Treatments

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This lesson contains: A starter to compare treatments used in the Medieval, Renaissance and the Industrial Era, as a set up for this lesson. An overview of the use of magic bullets, from the early start of Koch’s research and the idea of using anti-bodies to fight disease, to Paul Ehrlich’s approach to curing syphilis. This is aided by visuals on the board and a YouTube summary video. An activity to use the information provided to complete a table of questions on Ehrlich’s discovery of the first magic bullet. A look at how access to care was increased in the modern era and why this happened, using the Boer War and new laws to help students answer the questions. A detailed look at new technology from this era that advanced treatment methods, such as hypodermic needles etc. Students then highlight the improvements on their worksheet that has lots of information about dialysis, x-rays, pace makers etc. A plenary to answer or attempt/plan an exam question. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Publisher Files
GCSE Medicine L23 - Government Prevention Illness
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GCSE Medicine L23 - Government Prevention Illness

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This lesson contains: A starter to recap previous course knowledge. A discussion of who is responsible for public health, and what this means, and how this might be taking place, including through new laws, advertising campaigns and vaccines. A YouTube video about government attempts to improve health with follow-up discussion. Examples from YouTube (linked in the PPT) of lifestyle campaigns introduced by the government for eating healthily, against drink driving and about preventing smoking. A task to study the information provided and complete three sections on a worksheet about the actions taken by the government. This covers vaccination against measles and other diseases, the campaigns and the new laws brought in to protect people. A plenary exam question to practice and weigh up the increased government involvement in this era compared to previous ones. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Publisher Files
GCSE Medicine L22 - The Creation of the NHS
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GCSE Medicine L22 - The Creation of the NHS

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This lesson contains: A starter to recap previous course knowledge and an introduction to the NHS to see what students know about it. An activity for students to note down, from the on-board images and info, reasons why there were problems accessing care at the turn of the century. A task to make notes on the reasons for the NHS being created, including the increase in democracy, the impact of WW2 and the roles of William Beveridge and Aneurin Bevan. A YouTube video covering what services the NHS offered and a gap fill exercise to consolidate its impact. A brief summary of the resistance to the NHS. A plenary that has a quote from Tony Blair for students to argue for or against, and a final opportunity to do a practice exam question. Either can be used, or both depending on requirements. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 1 x Publisher File
GCSE Medicine L19 - The Discovery of DNA
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GCSE Medicine L19 - The Discovery of DNA

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This lesson contains: A starter to link key words to their meanings. A background of the idea of DNA and the double helix and what this means for humans. Archibald Garrod’s contribution is noted and then a YouTube video is used to give details of Crick & Watson and Franklin & Wilkins’ contributions to the field of DNA and how it can help us understand what causes hereditary diseases. An activity to use the information provided to answer comprehension and extension questions. A gap fill task to show the impact DNA had on medicine. A review plenary task to answer quiz-style questions. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 3 x Publisher Files 1 x Word File
GCSE Cold War L8 - The Berlin Blockade and Airlift
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GCSE Cold War L8 - The Berlin Blockade and Airlift

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This lesson contains: A starter to recap previous knowledge in a quiz for naming 2 of different things. A background to the Berlin Crisis, including an overview of the tensions in Berlin after the Conferences and the differences in the intentions of the U.S. and the USSR for Berlin. A brief YouTube video explaining the different paths and ways into Berlin to set up the blockade. the short and long term causes of the crisis, including the creation of Trizonia and the creation of the Deutschmark. There is a consolidation worksheet with a gap fill. Information about the blockade and a video from YouTube to bring it to life showing the airlift footage. There are questions to back this up. A main task to use the information provided work out the main consequences, including the division of Germany and creation of NATO - extra detail is also provided on the slides. A plenary quiz based on the lesson and key knowledge. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Publisher Files
GCSE Cold War L9 - Arms Race & De-Stalinisation
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GCSE Cold War L9 - Arms Race & De-Stalinisation

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This lesson contains: A starter gap fill which recaps prior knowledge from the course. An introduction to the arms race using a source image to elicit responses. An embedded video of my own making which summarises the arms race and the creation of different weapons from the A bombs, H bombs and ICBMs. A consolidation activity using the information provided to complete extension questions and a timeline activity for the arms race. A discussion of MAD and what it means using a source to elicit the information then go over it using the on-board info. A task to read the guided reading on the new leaders in 1953 (Eisenhower and Khrushchev) and what impact they had on relations at the time. A plenary set of questions in a fun ‘tell your advisors’ format, and a plenary to watch a bit of ‘Duck and Cover’ and discuss it. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 3 x Publisher Files
GCSE Medicine L24 - Lung Cancer Case Study
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GCSE Medicine L24 - Lung Cancer Case Study

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This lesson contains: A starter to recap previous knowledge on the ‘modern medicine’ topic. Background information about the acceptance of cigarettes in the media and in culture before the 1960’s. There is a YouTube video from the Flintstones advertising cigarettes which would be unacceptable today. An overview of lung cancer, its causes and some statistics, followed by a YouTube video and a gap fill exercise about the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer. An activity to make more detailed notes on the worksheet, using the information provided, about the difficulties in diagnosing lung cancer and the five main ways to treat it. An overview of methods of prevention of lunch cancer, including statistics and examples of recent poster adverts and some YouTube clips of recent adverts. There is a consolidation colour-coding task to determine which measures by the government encouraged or forced smokers to quit, and what protected non-smokers. A plenary to review using an exam question. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 3 x Publisher Files
GCSE Cold War L10 - The Hungarian Uprising
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GCSE Cold War L10 - The Hungarian Uprising

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This lesson contains: A starter to consider some images of the uprising to prompt student guesses about the lesson content, then a quote from Obama about the uprising which can form a debate. An overview of where Hungary is and the reasons the people were upset with Rakosi. There is a brief YouTube video to support the on-board info. Students complete a gap fill using the info they hear and read on the information sheet provided. A background to the invasion and Imre Nagy’s reforms. A discussion of the reforms and which would be accepted and which wouldn’t. A YouTube video to give an overview of the events of the uprising, then a task to use the info provided to complete a timeline of the events with extension questions. A task to study the consequences of the invasion and to colour-code categories. An opportunity to attempt the narrative question, with on-board advice to help. A plenary quiz. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 3 x Publisher Files
KS3 Normans - The Battle of Stamford Bridge
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KS3 Normans - The Battle of Stamford Bridge

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This lesson contains: A starter to recap who the main contenders for the throne were in 1066. An introduction to the battle including a decision discussion as to what Harold should do, stop William or stop Harald first. An animated slide showing the viking invasion and Harold meeting the threat. A YouTube video about Stamford Bridge with a follow up activity for students to use the information provided to answer the questions. The questions are on the board but can also be stuck in to help speed weaker students. A discussion of what to do after the battle now that William’s wind has changed and he can attack. Students discuss what might happen next. A final task to do a storyboard with the six most important events of the conflict so far. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Word Files
KS3 Normans - Why Did William Win the Battle of Hastings?
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KS3 Normans - Why Did William Win the Battle of Hastings?

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Lesson One: A starter confirming Harold’s resistance to William’s attacks and using a source to anticipate what kind of man Harold was. An overview of the different soldiers each side had and students use the information provided to note down the advantages of each side. A discussion of the battlefield at Hastings on Senlac Hill. Students label a picture of the layout with the troops on each side and the advantages of Harold’s position. They discuss what strategies both sides could use to win. A video is used (10 mins) that explains the events that took place with some consolidation questions. A final activity to do a true and false plenary. Lesson Two: An introduction with a quote from Marc Morris about William’s victory being due to incredible luck - students will debate this at the end. An on-board animated recap of the battle with some actions and discussion questions along the way. Sources at the end to discuss the final moments of the battle. A task to colour-code the reasons why William won as luck, strategy or William himself. Students then use this to write up why William won using the on-board guidence to argue with Marc morris (that it was luck) or against (pick another factor). Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 3 x Word Files 1 x Publisher File
GCSE Cold War L5 - Satellite States & Iron Curtain
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GCSE Cold War L5 - Satellite States & Iron Curtain

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This lesson contains: A starter to put events in the correct order to practice knowledge recall and narrative skills. An overview of the satellite states and where they were, as well as the intention of Stalin to create a buffer zone. This is added to by a short YouTube video and consolidation questions on the worksheet and a map colouring exercise. An activity to use the information provided about the spread of communism throughout Europe to complete a table to show the trends of the Soviet strategy of take over. Information and a YouTube video on the Iron Curtain. Students complete questions on this. A plenary to either complete a source analysis on the worksheet provided or attempt an exam question. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 3 x Publisher Files 1 x Word File
KS3 Normans - Who Should be King 1066?
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KS3 Normans - Who Should be King 1066?

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This lesson contains: A starter to study a picture of Edward the Confessor dying and to interpret what is going on. An overview of the issue in 1066 with the death of Edward and an introduction to the three claimants - Harold, Harald and William. A YouTube video is used to give some insight into the problems between Harold and William and students discuss what the main arguments are. A research task to study information on 3 different cards, one for each claimant, with them talking int heir own words why theys hould be king. The students complete a mind map (images to be stcuk in and annotated) with the positives and negatives of each person. A writing task at the end to consolidate their thoughts. An optional extension, if you wanted to go into a 2nd lesson or wanted to give something for homework, for students to write an organised piece of writing and study an exemplar and critique it. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 3 x Word Files
GCSE American West L6 – How Successful Were the Mormons?
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GCSE American West L6 – How Successful Were the Mormons?

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This lesson contains: A starter to infer what the Mormons believed from studying some images on the board. An introduction video into the central beliefs of the Mormons. This helps understand why Christians disliked them. There are some consolidation questions. An activity to stick in a map of the Mormon journey across America and the West. Students annotate what went wrong at each place from the on-board info. This can also be printed and students could do this in groups instead of it being teacher led. An introduction to Salt Lake City today. Students then read and colour code the degree of success that the Mormons achieved. Student determine their biggest success and the main reason why they were able to survive the journey West. A plenary quiz at the end. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Publisher Files
Jack the Ripper KS3 History Mystery BUNDLE!
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Jack the Ripper KS3 History Mystery BUNDLE!

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LESSON 1 A starter to ask students to discuss types of crimes that take place in society. crime. This will lead on to talk about the environment facilitating crime in Whitechapel. A task for students to discuss what they want to find out about Jack the Ripper. A visual discussion on-board about the conditions in Whitechapel using maps and a YouTube video. A literacy task using ‘The Five’ by Hallie Reubenhold to assess what problems existed in Whitechapel, and how they made the murders possible. LESSON 2 A starter to consider how crimes are solved today, and then how crimes may have been solved in 1888. This leads on to the tasks. There is a video from Bloody Britain on YouTube that is shown to give the ‘story’ of the crimes and the victims. Students then start to profile the killer including what he might do for a job, where he might live, what kind of person (i.e. insane) he might be. These initial thoughts may change as the lessons go on and lead tot he suspects lesson. There is an optional task using information cards instead to create a mind map. You can extend this by providing a map of Whitechapel and students also label where the bodies were found. LESSONS 3-4 A starter to recap previous knowledge so far in the JTR module. A discussion of guilt based on evidence - a picture of a cat is used to facilitate a discussion of how we know there is guilt. A task for students to study a large table with descriptions of witness statements. Students put short info in each descriptor box (leave any N/A blank) and begin to theorise what Jack looked like. Students summarise at end. Extension - Students can read the Dear Boss letter and analyse the writing for what each part means. Students might be extended to think about what this tells us about the killer (i.e. educated, nice writing, could be a doctor etc.) and it will change some of their theories. LESSON 5 A starter to recap past knowledge gained on the course so far. An introduction tot he five main suspects (each of them is real). Students use the workbook and the information sheet provided to write reasons for an against each suspect. This can often fill an entire page. Some students stick on extra notes. You could get them to write reasons why they could be the Ripper in one colour, and why not in another colour - make sure students explain - E.g. does he know Whitechapel well…therefore could he do the crime then escape easily? There is a further extension to consider further evidence in the table. For each piece, students tick the suspect it best relates to. This can give further evidence for the assessment. LESSON 6 Students bring everything together to plan, in their workbooks, what they will put in each paragraph. You can edit the question to simply be ‘who was JTR’ or keep the ‘how far do you agree’ version. Students then get 30 minutes to write their essay.
GCSE American West L4 – Changing Government Policies
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GCSE American West L4 – Changing Government Policies

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This lesson contains: A background to U.S. policy towards the Indians before 1830, including assimilation and the creation of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. A mind mapping activity to note down why policies began to change, including the failure of assimilation, Manifest Destiny, U.S. peoples’ dislike of Indians and the changing government agenda. These slides could be printed and used in groups, or done on-board. A reading and retrieval task to use the information provided to complete the worksheet to acknowledge the major changes in policy, including Indian Removal Act and the Permanent Indian Frontier. A plenary to consider a narrative-style question. Attachments: 1 x Powerpoint Presentation 2 x Publisher Files