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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.
18 – Urban Regeneration – The Players (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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18 – Urban Regeneration – The Players (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. Urban Regeneration – The Players: Lesson 18 of 21. Study a diagram and discuss perceptions Quiz leaderboard Instructions for ‘The Big Quiz’ Independent study focus with suggested note taking methods 30 mark class quiz with mark scheme for peer marking (based on content from Oxford text book) Summary plenary – students list players 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: Blank conflict matrix for quiz
20-21 – Players and Stakeholders EXAM PRACTISE (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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20-21 – Players and Stakeholders EXAM PRACTISE (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. Players and Stakeholders EXAM PRACTISE: Lessons 20-21 of 21. Revision mantra starter Students link lesson content to four exam questions (12 and 20 marks) based on Enquiry Question 4. Four different exam practise techniques are explained and students work in timed conditions to complete the questions. Each question has essay hints and a list of suggested content for marking. One full model answer is also provided. Skeleton structure and some suggested content is shown for the final 20 mark question. Teacher’s notes slides covering text book references, revision for class knowledge tests, assessed homework and end of topic test.
1-2   Globalisation and Migration (Migration, Edexcel, A Level, 9GEO)
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1-2 Globalisation and Migration (Migration, Edexcel, A Level, 9GEO)

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Edexcel / Pearson. Topic 8B: Migration, Identity and Sovereignty. 1-2 Globalisation and Migration (migrants, patterns, EU Schengen, case studies) This is a double lesson in one powerpoint. There are 26 slides in total with varied activities keep students’ attention. Skills required for Paper 3 are embedded. Answers for all tasks are on the following slides for peer/self marking, to save teacher time. Slides content: • Starter task • Discussion on links between globalisation and football • Definitions of migrant types • Flow diagram of migration • Focus on command term: ‘Analyse’ • Patterns of migration in the UK– national and international • Patterns of migration in Europe, Middle East • Internal migration in China and the hukou system • Migration between countries and the EU-Schengen Agreement • Datashine link for discussion of ‘big data’ • Case studies: Singapore, Japan, Australia • Past paper question (6 marks) with mark scheme • Plenary question • Extension – Refugees poem • Content from the specification • Teacher’s information slides on text books and homework • HANDOUT – with extra information and case studies for students to stick in SUPPORTING RESOURCES: ‘Migration Resource Pack – Study notes, homework booklet, mark schemes, end of topic assessment and scheme of work with case studies list (Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO)’ Books: Geography for Edexcel A Level Year 2 Student Book. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9781382014885 Edexcel A Level Geography 2016 Year 2 Student Book. Pearson. ISBN: 9781292139654.
23-24   Disunity Within Nations (Migration, Edexcel, A Level, 9GEO)
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23-24 Disunity Within Nations (Migration, Edexcel, A Level, 9GEO)

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Edexcel / Pearson. Topic 8B: Migration, Identity and Sovereignty. 23-24 Disunity Within Nations (Nationalism in the media, EU, BRICS, inequality, failed states) This is a double lesson in one powerpoint. There are 31 slides in total with varied activities keep students’ attention. Answers for tasks are included to use for peer/self marking, to save teacher time. Slides content: • Starter mega knowledge quiz with answers • Nationalism vs globalism • Scotland and Catalonia referendums • Political tensions in the EU (Corsica, Barcelona) • Political tensions in BRICs (Rio, South Africa) • Inequality – skills task interpreting multiple and divided bar charts • Summarising main points using the specification • Failed states – Syria and Somalia • Essay question (20 marks) and mark scheme • Plenary – analysing 2024 Fragile States Index map • Matched content from the specification • Teacher’s information slides on text books and homework HANDOUT 1 – Scotland vs Catalonia worksheet HANDOUT 2 – Syria case study (from Oxford book) SUPPORTING RESOURCES: ‘Migration Resource Pack – Study notes, homework booklet, mark schemes, end of topic assessment and scheme of work with case studies list (Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO)’ Books: Geography for Edexcel A Level Year 2 Student Book. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9781382014885 Edexcel A Level Geography 2016 Year 2 Student Book. Pearson. ISBN: 9781292139654.
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
14 – Attracting Inward Investment (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)
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14 – Attracting Inward Investment (Regeneration, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 4A: Regenerating Places. Attracting Inward Investment: Lesson 14 of 21 Knowledge quiz starter with mark scheme Regional enterprise zones Science parks The role of local interest groups Cold spots Range of regeneration strategies Rural diversification Plenary – students choose a question to answer in detail 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.
7-8   Nation States and Borders (Migration, Edexcel, A Level, 9GEO)
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7-8 Nation States and Borders (Migration, Edexcel, A Level, 9GEO)

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Edexcel / Pearson. Topic 8B: Migration, Identity and Sovereignty. 7-8 Nation States and Borders (Ethnic composition, national borders, contested borders, case studies) This is a double lesson in one powerpoint. There are 33 slides in total with varied activities keep students’ attention. Skills required for Paper 3 are embedded. Answers for tasks are included to use for peer/self marking, to save teacher time. Slides content: • Starter knowledge quiz with answers • Defining a nation state • Wagah border ceremony – India and Pakistan • Skills task – analysis of ethnic composition on a divided bar chart • Iceland and Singapore case studies • Data for students to produce their own divided bar chart • National borders – natural features (rivers, lakes, mountains) • National borders – human features (colonial history, political intervention) • Students annotate a blank world map to explain national borders in each continent • Rwanda case study – Berlin conference, genocide • Contested borders and conflict – Ukraine, Taiwan • Video – ‘Is Taiwan part of China?’ • Practice exam question (20 marks) with mark scheme and two example plans • Plenary - summary task • Extension – time lapse video of borders in Europe over 1000 years • Matched content from the specification • Teacher’s information slides on text books and homework HANDOUT 1 – divided bar chart for annotation HANDOUT 2 – blank world map for annotation SUPPORTING RESOURCES: ‘Migration Resource Pack – Study notes, homework booklet, mark schemes, end of topic assessment and scheme of work with case studies list (Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO)’ Books: Geography for Edexcel A Level Year 2 Student Book. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9781382014885 Edexcel A Level Geography 2016 Year 2 Student Book. Pearson. ISBN: 9781292139654.
Globalisation Resources Pack (Edexcel, A level)
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Globalisation Resources Pack (Edexcel, A level)

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These resources accompany the scheme of work for Globalisation available in my shop. Included are: 50 page student study notes booklet with content from all 19 lessons and a definitions organiser Homework booklet Homework mark schemes End of topic test End of topic test mark scheme Past paper exam questions Past paper exam question resource booklet Past paper exam question mark schemes Extra practise questions document Excel document for recording class test scores
11 – International Migration and its Impacts (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)
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11 – International Migration and its Impacts (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 3: Globalisation. Lesson 11 of 19: International Migration and its Impacts Starter definitions quiz and mark scheme 2x recap quizzes on Mann Whitney Skills – proportional flow diagrams Describing trends of international migration Global hub cities Types of international migration (elite vs. low wage migrants) Impacts of migration on source and host countries Practise exam question and model answer Interdependence Discussion questions Class voting plenary Stimulating video discussion task
14 - Water Insecurity - The Consequences. Edexcel, A level, 9GEO. (Water Cycle and Water Insecurity)
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14 - Water Insecurity - The Consequences. Edexcel, A level, 9GEO. (Water Cycle and Water Insecurity)

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Edexcel / Pearson. Topic 5: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity. Lesson 14 – Water Insecurity – The Consequences This is a complete lesson in one powerpoint, with one supporting document. There are 25 slides in total with varied activities keep students’ attention. Skills required for Paper 3 are embedded. Answers for all tasks are on the following slides for peer/self marking, to save teacher time. Slides content: • Starter – economic and environmental problems • The importance of water supply: for economic development; for human wellbeing • Millennium Development Goals • Interpreting compound bar graph • Recap - water scarcity • Price of water • Case Study: Water Privatisation in Bolivia • Cost vs demand • Water Poverty Index – radar chart • Students draw and interpret radar chart • Conflict and geopolitics • Berlin Rules for governing fair use of rivers • Summary • Teacher’s information slides • HANDOUT: Water Poverty Index activity sheet SUPPORTING RESOURCES: ‘Water Cycle Resource Pack - Homework, Mark Schemes, Assessment (Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO)’ Books: Geography for Edexcel A Level Year 2 Student Book. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9781382014885 Edexcel A Level Geography 2016 Year 2 Student Book. Pearson. ISBN: 9781292139654.
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
2 - Theory of Plate Tectonics (Tectonics. Edexcel A level)
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2 - Theory of Plate Tectonics (Tectonics. Edexcel A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Theory of Plate Tectonics Lesson 2 of of 18. Includes: Evidence for plate tectonic theory: continental drift, palaeontology, climate, jigsaw fit, technology New theory for plate tectonics: palaeomagnetism and sea floor spreading Practise exam question with mark scheme
6-8 Deficits in the Hydrological Cycle - Drought. Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO. (The Water Cycle)
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6-8 Deficits in the Hydrological Cycle - Drought. Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO. (The Water Cycle)

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Edexcel / Pearson. Topic 5: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity. 6-8 – Deficits in the Hydrological Cycle - Drought This is a complete set of three lessons in one powerpoint, with supporting documents. There are 46 slides in total with varied activities keep students’ attention. Skills required for Paper 3 are embedded. Answers for all tasks are on the following slides for peer/self marking, to save teacher time. Slides content: • Starter – key words quiz • What is a drought? • Causes of drought • Tropical droughts • Case Study – Brazil Droughts • Analyse a graph (Paper 3 command word), with model answer • The Global Atmospheric Circulation System • Positive feedback loops • Types of drought - meteorological, hydrological, agricultural and socio-economic • Drought risk from human activities • Case study – Drought in the Sahel • Mitigating droughts (‘To what extent’) • Droughts and fires in the Pantanal, Brazil – video • Impacts of drought on ecosystems – wetland, forest • UK wetlands, past and present – comparing maps • Ecosystem services • Exam question – 12 marks – with mark scheme • Plenary – comparing key terms • Summary – students write their own • Short mid term class test • Teacher’s information slides • HANDOUT: Scenarios from deficits in the water cycle (South America) SUPPORTING RESOURCES: ‘Water Cycle Resource Pack - Homework, Mark Schemes, Assessment (Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO)’ Books: Geography for Edexcel A Level Year 2 Student Book. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9781382014885 Edexcel A Level Geography 2016 Year 2 Student Book. Pearson. ISBN: 9781292139654.
13 – Water Insecurity - The Causes. Edexcel Pearson, A level, 9GEO. Water Cycle and Water Insecurity
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13 – Water Insecurity - The Causes. Edexcel Pearson, A level, 9GEO. Water Cycle and Water Insecurity

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Edexcel / Pearson. Topic 5: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity. Lesson 13 – Water Insecurity – The Causes This is a complete lesson in one powerpoint, with supporting documents. There are 25 slides in total with varied activities keep students’ attention. Skills required for Paper 3 are embedded. Answers for all tasks are on the following slides for peer/self marking, to save teacher time. Slides content: • Starter – key words quiz • Insecurity, stress and scarcity • Regional issues • Using data to predict future patterns of scarcity • Interpreting water scarcity and water stress maps • Role play: Regional expert in global water insecurity – students learn one region and then teach each other • Physical causes: climate variability, saltwater encroachment • Human causes: increasing population, improving living standards, industrialisation, agriculture • Plenary – 20 mark exam question – students write a plan for the essay, add facts, then write a conclusion • Summary • Teacher’s information slides • HANDOUT 1: Blank map for adding notes on regional insecurity • HANDOUT 2: Notes for role play SUPPORTING RESOURCES: ‘Water Cycle Resource Pack - Homework, Mark Schemes, Assessment (Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO)’ Books: Geography for Edexcel A Level Year 2 Student Book. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9781382014885 Edexcel A Level Geography 2016 Year 2 Student Book. Pearson. ISBN: 9781292139654.
12 - The Aral Sea Case Study. Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO. (Water Cycle and Water Insecurity)
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12 - The Aral Sea Case Study. Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO. (Water Cycle and Water Insecurity)

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Edexcel / Pearson. Topic 5: The Water Cycle and Water Insecurity. Lesson 12 – The Aral Sea Case Study This is a complete lesson in one powerpoint, with a supporting document. There are 12 slides in total with varied activities keep students’ attention. Skills required for Paper 3 are embedded. Answers for all tasks are on the following slides for peer/self marking, to save teacher time. Slides content: • Starter – class discussion – interpreting aerial photos showing change over time • What is the Aral Sea? • What are the issues related to the Aral Sea? • Why was nothing done? • Impacts of mismanagement in the Aral Sea • Students watch videos and take notes • Players and stakeholders • Plenary – discussion question • When to use this case study • Teacher’s information slides • HANDOUT: Aral Sea news article SUPPORTING RESOURCES: ‘Water Cycle Resource Pack - Homework, Mark Schemes, Assessment (Edexcel, Pearson, A level, 9GEO)’ Books: Geography for Edexcel A Level Year 2 Student Book. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9781382014885 Edexcel A Level Geography 2016 Year 2 Student Book. Pearson. ISBN: 9781292139654.
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
6 – Measuring Globalisation (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)
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6 – Measuring Globalisation (Globalisation, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 3: Globalisation. Lesson 6 of 19: Measuring Globalisation Definitions quiz starter NASA ‘Earth lights’ map Indicators to measure globalisation Skills: ranking and scaling to create indices KOF Index and AT Kearney Index Switched off places (North Korea, Sahel, Ethiopia) Map analysis with model answer
6 - Volcanic Processes (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)
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6 - Volcanic Processes (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards. Lesson 6 of 18. Includes: Features of a volcano Supervolcanoes Shapes of volcanoes Types of lava Types of eruption Lahars and jökulhlaups Primary and secondary volcanic hazards Questions and suggested answers Volcanic Explosivity Index Case studies task - Montserrat (LIC) and Eyjafjallajökull (HIC)
9 – Tectonic Hazard Profiles and Models (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)
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9 – Tectonic Hazard Profiles and Models (Tectonics, Edexcel, A level)

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Edexcel. Topic 1: Tectonic Processes and Hazards. Lesson 9 of 18. Includes: Class quiz starter Recaps from previous lessons Hazards, Vulnerability, Resilience and Disaster Hazard Risk Equation Degg’s Model Pressure and Release (PAR) Model Practise question and model answer Skills task on level of development Hazard profiles World risk report Multiple Hazard Zones (Vanuatu) Plenary based on interpreting graph data Two word documents containing blank hazard profiles and models to cut and stick into book