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I am a history teacher in Scotland. Sharing a mixture of resources including knowledge organisers, retrieval practice, units of work and work related to pedagogy and practice. Will be adding more resources as and when I have them. Please check my social media accounts for more ideas.

I am a history teacher in Scotland. Sharing a mixture of resources including knowledge organisers, retrieval practice, units of work and work related to pedagogy and practice. Will be adding more resources as and when I have them. Please check my social media accounts for more ideas.
Germany Revision Booklet
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Germany Revision Booklet

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This is a revision booklet covering the National 5 Weimar and Nazi Germany unit. It can be adapted to fit GCSE syllabi however. It contains lesson knowledge organisers, tips on how to revise, tips on how to answer examination style questions and lots of different retrieval practice tasks. The retrieval practice tasks can be adapted to fit other units and topics.
Jack the Ripper
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Jack the Ripper

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This unit of study is about Jack the Ripper. It contains lessons, resources and an assessment which takes students through the following topics Life in Whitechapel The Life of Mary Ann Nichols The history of the Metropolitan Police Source Skills What Jack the Ripper Looked Like The murder of Mary jane Kelly It also contains lessons which will “pre-teach” and front load the students with some of the key information. There is also an introduction sheet which outlines the benefits and key aspects of the course and a pdf. handout of all the slides to help the teacher keep track of what has been taught.
Headlines from History
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Headlines from History

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A guide to using AI to help the history teacher generate newspaper articles (and other resources) using AI. Contains: Benefits of using AI section A guide to how to use AI to create resources A collection of over 50 different “fake” newspaper articles to be used as exemplars in the classroom. These cover a wide variety of commonly taught topics such as the assassination of Caesar, the battle of Hastings, the Reformation, the Napoleonic wars, the Great War and World War Two.
How to attack a castle
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How to attack a castle

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A worksheet taking students through how to capture a medieval castle. Includes information, comprehension questions, the pros and cons of different methods and a literacy based summary task.
Pedagogy and Practice
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Pedagogy and Practice

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A collection of my pedagogy and practice resources. Different resources to help teachers with developing their skill set.
Weimar and Nazi Germany Infographics
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Weimar and Nazi Germany Infographics

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A series of info-graphics summarizing key topics about Weimar and Nazi Germany. Includes posters on the following topics The Treaty of Versailles The Weimar Constitution Threats to the Weimar Republic from the Left and the Right The Achievements of Gustav Stresemann Why the Nazis were not popular in the 1920s Why the Nazis became more popular The Road to dictatorship How the Nazis overcame opposition Life in Nazi Germany Children in Nazi Germany Nazis and Women Timeline of persecution in Nazi Germany Why was there so little opposition? Opposition to the Nazis How the Nazis used propaganda How the Nazis “reduced” unemployment
Changing Britain 1760-1910
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Changing Britain 1760-1910

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A set of infographics which take the student through the Nineteenth Century and the Industrial Revolution. It includes resources on life in the cities, the improvement of public health, life in the mills and mines, government reform of mines and mills, the transport revolution and the growth of democracy in the Nineteenth Century.
Weimar and Nazi Germany Revision Booklet
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Weimar and Nazi Germany Revision Booklet

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This comprehensive revision booklet offers a structured and engaging approach for students studying National 5 or GCSE History, particularly on Nazi Germany and the Weimar Republic. Packed with activities like recall challenges, source analysis, and interactive tasks, it builds students’ confidence in tackling key topics such as the Treaty of Versailles, hyperinflation, Nazi propaganda, and the persecution of minorities. The booklet also integrates examination strategies, helping students master essential skills like evaluating sources and structuring high-mark answers. Designed for classroom or independent use, it reinforces critical knowledge while developing exam readiness, making it an invaluable resource for both teachers and learners.
Exam Wrapper
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Exam Wrapper

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An exam wrapper is a reflective tool that aids students in analyzing their exam performance, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and refining study strategies. It promotes metacognition by encouraging students to evaluate their preparation and errors, ultimately enhancing learning outcomes and engagement with course material.