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Universal and sustainable resources which can be picked up by a teacher at any level of experience. Each lesson has been tweaked over years of experience teaching at a sixth form college. Students have enjoyed the lessons and achieved amazing results. All of my powerpoints have a colour scheme, bold imagery and the same font throughout - because style is important! I hope that these resources will save you time and free up your energy to make teaching more fun.

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Universal and sustainable resources which can be picked up by a teacher at any level of experience. Each lesson has been tweaked over years of experience teaching at a sixth form college. Students have enjoyed the lessons and achieved amazing results. All of my powerpoints have a colour scheme, bold imagery and the same font throughout - because style is important! I hope that these resources will save you time and free up your energy to make teaching more fun.
17 – The 4 Ms – Modify the: cause, event, loss, vulnerability. (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)
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17 – The 4 Ms – Modify the: cause, event, loss, vulnerability. (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards. Lesson 17 of 18. The 4 Ms – Modify the: cause, event, loss, vulnerability Includes: Class quiz starter with mark scheme Timed practise question based on development and governance Swiss cheese model The 4 Ms: Modify the cause Modify the event Modify the loss Modify the vulnerability Group work task for students to create content cards for sharing Link to the Park model Examples of student content cards
18 – Spearman’s Rank Statistical Test (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)
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18 – Spearman’s Rank Statistical Test (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards. Lesson 18 of 18. Spearman’s Rank Statistical Test Starter quiz and mark scheme Correlation and spearman’s rank definitions task Scattergraphs showing positive, negative and no correlation Reading and note taking on use of Spearman’s Rank Correlation Coefficient in geography Worked example using river case study. Students start by describing and explaining pattern on scatter graphs Next, students work through the whole statistical test, arriving at a conclusion based on Rs value. Answers and justification are shown for each stage. Finally, students will use excel data to complete a spearman’s rank test based on comparing earthquake deaths and magnitude. Excel document is included plus answers on a separate document demonstrating more complex ranking system. Final slide lists all case studies used in the whole scheme of work to aid revision for end of topic test.
13 – Globalisation and Cultural Diffusion (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)
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13 – Globalisation and Cultural Diffusion (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 3: Globalisation. Lesson 13 of 19: Globalisation and Cultural Diffusion Discussion starter with answers Cultural diffusion Cuba case study 12 mark ‘assess’ essay practise with suggestions for planning ‘Silent debate’ on a topical issue (with instructions) Western global culture and its impacts Plenary based on the ‘cultural continuum’ Example answer to debate question
14 – Globalisation and the Development Gap (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)
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14 – Globalisation and the Development Gap (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 3: Globalisation. Lesson 14 of 19: Globalisation and the Development Gap Group work starter based on prior knowledge of enquiry question 3 Indicators of development (economic - GNI, GDP, PPP) (social – HDI, GII) Single and composite measures The development gap Command word practise – analyse (Paper 3 prep) Written analysis of data sets to show change over time. Suggested answers provided. Plenary – interpreting choropleth map EXTRA word document – with data sets for HDI, GII and air pollution
17 – How Can Globalisation be Controlled? (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)
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17 – How Can Globalisation be Controlled? (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 3: Globalisation. Lesson 17 of 19: How Can Globalisation be Controlled? Definitions quiz starter with mark scheme Class collaboration task considering ways to prevent different types pf globalisation: economic, social, political, environmental. Hints are provided for students and some suggestions. Student examples also shown. Censorship, limiting migration, trade protectionism – with named examples Extension question and model answer Jumbo Valley case study – Canadian wilderness region which was threatened with a large ski resort Students analyse the proposal – threats, opportunities, stakeholders Plenary – class hotseat debate Update on the success of the campaign by local stakeholders to save Jumbo Valley! EXTRA word document with content on Jumbo Valley case study
18 – Can Globalisation be Sustainable? (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)
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18 – Can Globalisation be Sustainable? (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 3: Globalisation. Lesson 18 of 19: Can Globalisation be Sustainable? Thought-provoking discussion starter Ethical and environmental sustainability Actions taken by NGOs and local government Exam question enquiry task: #1 – Students answer question to see what they already know #2 – Students use text book to gather additional knowledge and create a table and write notes from two text books. #3 – Students answer question again in timed conditions #4 – Both essays are peer marked using mark scheme Suggestions on how to plan essays Content for the essay plan is provided so students can check their notes Mark scheme for peer marking Plenary on metacognition and revision skills
1 – Introducing ‘Place’ (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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1 – Introducing ‘Place’ (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. Introducing ‘Place’: Lesson 1 of 21. Discussion starter Definitions Sense of belonging Spatial and social attachment Physical and human characteristics of urban and rural areas What is regeneration? What is rebranding? Summary questions Creative plenary Teacher’s notes slides covering text book references, revision for class knowledge tests, assessed homework and end of topic test.
12-13 – Alternatives to Fossil Fuels (The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Edexcel, A level)
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12-13 – Alternatives to Fossil Fuels (The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 6: The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security. Lessons 12-13 of 19: Alternatives to Fossil Fuels (nuclear power, biofuels, carbon capture) Key words quiz starter with mark scheme Alternatives to fossil fuels UK energy mix and energy security Nuclear power (evaluating Hinkley Point C) Mid lesson summary Quiz to recap last lesson content (with mark scheme) Biofuels (evaluating their effectiveness and impacts) Wind and solar power case studies Radical alternatives to fossil fuels (carbon capture and storage) 20 mark essay and plan suggestions Written plenary (choice of two questions) Key content from the lesson Additional 20 mark exam question Extra reading links Notes for teachers Additional document with criticisms on Hinkley Additional document with breakdown of Assess vs Evaluate command words
8 – Successful and Unsuccessful Places (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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8 – Successful and Unsuccessful Places (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. Successful and Unsuccessful Places: Lesson 8 of 21 Knowledge quiz starter with mark scheme Successful places and perception Case study: Sydney – a successful urban place Case study: The Sun Belt, USA – a successful rural place Unsuccessful places and the spiral of decline Case study: Detroit – an unsuccessful urban place Case study: Beattyville, USA – an unsuccessful rural place 8 mark exam question with full model answer 4 mark exam question plenary with full model answer/mark scheme Extension task Summary plenary Slide linking content to the specification Teacher’s notes slides covering text book references, revision for class knowledge tests, assessed homework and end of topic test. - Extra sheet – Diagrams to stick in
13 – UK Government Policy and Regeneration (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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13 – UK Government Policy and Regeneration (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. UK Government Policy and Regeneration: Lesson 13 of 21. Discussion starter with answers Investment in infrastructure – HS2 and Heathrow airport Planning laws, housing and fracking Decisions on migration and deregulation 20 mark exam question. Paired activity with guidelines on how students can work together to create a plan, gather evidence, write an essay and then mark it Plenary – Improve the essay based on peer feedback Extension – extra comprehension questions Slide linking content to the specification Teacher’s notes slides covering text book references, revision for class knowledge tests, assessed homework and end of topic test. - Extra sheet: Student friendly mark scheme for essay question
3 – Changing Places - Manchester (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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3 – Changing Places - Manchester (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. Changing Places - Manchester: Lesson 3 of 21 Discussion starter with re-photography Changing functions (industry, administration, commerce, retail) Changing demographic characteristics (Skills: analysing graphs and data) Gentrification and studentification Reasons for change How is change measured (discussion of primary and secondary data collection) Big data and GIS Exam question plenary with extension task Slide linking content to the specification Teacher’s notes slides covering text book references, revision for class knowledge tests, assessed homework and end of topic test.
15-16 – Changing Perceptions Through Rebranding (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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15-16 – Changing Perceptions Through Rebranding (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. Changing Perceptions Through Rebranding: Lessons 15-16 of 21. Discussion starter Re-imaging vs. rebranding Rebranding using place identity Case study: Glasgow (deindustrialisation, strategies for rebranding, perceptions and judgements of success) Rural rebranding and the new rural economy Case studies: Kielder Water and Forest Park, Haworth, Brontë Country Strategies for rural rebranding Extension questions and suggested answers Plenary – students list words in the topic beginning with ‘Re’ (There are >20!) Skills: Students interpret promotional videos Slide linking content to the specification Teacher’s notes slides covering text book references, revision for class knowledge tests, assessed homework and end of topic test. - Extra sheet: Glasgow regeneration news article
8 - Tsunami. Indian Ocean 2004 vs. Japan 2011 (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)
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8 - Tsunami. Indian Ocean 2004 vs. Japan 2011 (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards. Lesson 8 of 18. **Tsunami. Indian Ocean 2004 vs. Japan 2011 ** Includes: Video starter Diagrams of tsunami formation Detailed note taking task Additional word document with images and a table for skills questions Numeracy/stats question Suggested answers Tsunami case studies task Recap quiz Extension question based on GIS image Plenary - practise exam question with mark scheme
1 – Introduction to Climate Change (The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Edexcel, A level)
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1 – Introduction to Climate Change (The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 6: The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security. Lesson 1 of 19: Introduction to Climate Change (Paris Agreement 2015, IPCC 2018, geographical scales) Discussion starter Paris Climate Conference and Agreement 2015 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) 2018 Questions to check prior knowledge Fossil fuel production and consumption. Skills – interpreting graphs. Scale: national, international and global Answers to questions Plenary discussion linking energy use and climate change Key content from the lesson Notes for teachers
13 – Hazard Management and Park Model (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)
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13 – Hazard Management and Park Model (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards. Lesson 13 of 18. Includes: Starter quiz and mark scheme Hazard management Hazard management cycle model The Park Model Applying Haiti and Christchurch case studies to hazard management cycle and Park Model 6 mark exam question with level mark scheme and suggested points Mitigation, Adaptation and Resilience Extension questions
15 – Kashmir Earthquake (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)
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15 – Kashmir Earthquake (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards. Lesson 15 of 18. Kashmir Earthquake Includes: Class quiz starter and mark scheme Case study content on Kashmir with photos and a video. Causes, effects, responses. Additional notes sheet with more detail on Kashmir Plenary to compare Kashmir 2005 earthquake to Chile’s 2010 Illapel earthquake. Extra practise question based on previous content (tectonic theory) with full model answer.
8-9 – Deindustrialisation – Mann Whitney (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)
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8-9 – Deindustrialisation – Mann Whitney (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 3: Globalisation. Lesson 8-9 of 19: Deindustrialisation – Mann Whitney Definitions quiz starter and mark scheme Impacts of deindustrialisation in the UK (dereliction, deprivation, depopulation, decay) Deindustrialisation – Manchester’s story Deindustrialisation in Redcar, UK Mann Whitney U Test Enquiry – Is Redcar more deprived than Milton Keynes? Index of multiple deprivation Worked examples of statistical tests with written conclusion and evaluation of the enquiry Plenary to summarise learning EXTRA word document to be printed for students to complete their Mann Whitney enquiry
2-3 – The Carbon Cycle (The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Edexcel, A level)
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2-3 – The Carbon Cycle (The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 6: The Carbon Cycle and Energy Security. Lessons 2-3 of 19: The Carbon Cycle (stores, fluxes, geological and bio-geochemical carbon cycles) Key words quiz starter with mark scheme Questions to check prior knowledge What is carbon? Recap: The Global Hydrological Cycle (Systems) Stores and fluxes The long term geological carbon cycle (students add labels to a hand drawn blank sketch) Skills: Ranking carbon stores and fluxes Bio-geochemical carbon cycle (students design their own diagram) Explain and discuss questions with model answers Comparison of factors which affect the carbon cycle Extension question Photosynthesis and respiration Exam question and mark scheme Plenary to summarise learning (with answers) Key content from the lesson Notes for teachers Additional document with blank carbon cycle sketch