A PowerPoint used during the assessment phase of the unit. It reviews the requirements for the source analysis and evaluation table for this task (IA2). It also provides students with a list of upcoming checkpoints so they know what they are expected to work on for homework. The lesson begins with a review of how to determine whether a source is trustworthy (reliable). The TADPOLE acronym can be used to help make this assessment. Some preparation tips are provided (as to fit within the word count students should have a plan in place before they begin writing). There are some example source tables for students to learn from. Then, at the end of the 17 slides, there is time for students to begin annotating the sources they have found and make dot points in their planning booklet. They are expected to have 3 tables done before the next lesson. Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.

A PowerPoint used during the assessment phase of the unit. It begins by explaining what a rationale is and then provides a suggested structure (based on the QCAA exemplar). I have then colour coded and annotated the rationale from the QCAA exemplar to demonstrate the language features and key content. As a key component of the rationale is a tentative thesis statement (aka hypothesis), the PPT then shows how to write a tentative hypothesis and provides some good and bad ones for students to consider. Finally, the students have time to write their first draft of the rationale. There is also a word document with sentence starters and a handout with 3 example rationales for students to annotate. Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.

A PowerPoint used during the assessment phase of the unit. It reviews the requirements for the CSOE (IA2). The lesson will help students to learn the purpose, structure and language of a Critical Summary. There are a few examples for students to read (in the hope that they identify good phrasing which they could use as sentence starters for their own). Three suggested structures are provided (taken from the History Skills Website). Afterwards, students have time to map out their ideas for their CSOE and begin writing. Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.

A lesson designed for a flipped classroom approach. The content of the Word Document was put onto the class One Note with sources attached so that students could work through the lesson independently at their own pace. (Ideal for leaving as a cover or during school closures). This lesson begins with an exploration of music which became popular during the cultural revolution. (Inquiry based learning approach). There is also information about which kinds of music were censored at this time. This is followed by a viewing activity and information about how Mao instigated the Cultural Revolution. A list of key events (up to Mao’s death) is provided. This is followed by information about the end of the revolution and its lasting significance. The document concludes with some checking for understanding questions. The resource includes: The word document referred to above (which includes key terms to add to the glossary and instructions for all activities in the lesson) A word document version of the webpage MAO-ERA. CHINESE REVOLUTIONARY MUSIC on ‘factsanddetails.com’ (in case the link disappears) Information about some revolutionary songs (for teacher reference) Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.

In this lesson students will watch the 52-minute documentary entitled ‘Inside Mao’s China’ on YouTube. This worksheet includes a summary of this 2016 documentary and 18 questions for students to answer as they watch. Afterwards there are some activities designed to hone students’ skills. Firstly, they are given a source (quotations from Mao) and students must evaluate its usefulness and justify their answer. (There are hints in the document). Secondly, they are given 2 propaganda posters which they need to thoroughly analyse. Students must complete a table using the PICTURE acronym (explained in document). Finally, they are given two photographs which they must complete a CAMPORUM table for (this is a combination of analysing and evaluating). A homework activity is included (students must create an infographic to demonstrate their learning. (A document explaining infographics is provided for student reference.) Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.

A lesson designed for a flipped classroom approach. The content of the Word Document was put onto the class One Note with sources attached so that students could work through the lesson independently at their own pace. (Ideal for leaving as a cover or during school closures). The resource includes: The word document referred to above which includes a link to a video looking back on the cultural revolution (made for the 50 year anniversary) and 3 viewing questions. Information about the historical concept of empathy (what it means and how this differs from sympathy.) Looking at a type of source where this skill can be applied: autobiographies. Information about the difference between a biography and an autobiography are provided. A series of extracts from 2 autobiographies are provided. Students are to read both and then choose one to complete a CAMPORUM table about. Typed extracts from two memoirs which students will engage with in the lesson (Mao’s Last Dancer and Wild Swans) A table explaining CAMPORUM with hints of what students should look be looking for when analysing and evaluating the source **Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources. **

A PowerPoint designed for the assessment handout lesson. It begins with a warm up (Treasure Hunt) where students are given their task sheet and the QCAA exemplar. (There are a list of questions they have to respond to.) Following this, information from the task sheet is shown (i.e. context, task, conditions, checkpoints). I also have a marking summary (how many points they get for each skill). We then look at the ISMG (Instrument Specific Marking Guide) and unpack what each of these mean – using elaborations from the QCAA’s subject reports. Examples of good key and sub questions are included to demonstrate devising and conducting.

A worksheet for students to complete when watching the 2009 film Mao’s Last Dancer. It includes contextual information about how ballet became popular in China. A ClickView link to the film is provided (for absent students / at home learning). There are 8 questions for students to respond to during / after watching the film. There is also some information about some areas where the film differs from the actual events. Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.

A mini lesson on how to write a key inquiry question and relevant sub questions. Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.

A PowerPoint used during assessment phase of the unit (when students are completing a historical inquiry). It begins with information about how to do a BOOLEAN search. This is followed by a list of good places to look for sources online as well as a list of sources I don’t want to see. There is a recommended research process with tips and suggested word counts. This is followed by what information student should put into their IA2 source analysis tables (a reminder of the Features of Evidence which should be noted is provided via the CAMPORUM acronym). Finally, there are examples of what goes on the left and right side of the table.

Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). This lesson includes: 1 x list of source types for warm up evaluation activity (can be laminated with a magnet on the back for sorting activity) 1 x PowerPoint 1 x Source Booklet with sources about Hitler Youth 1 x Independent Work Booklet with various activities designed to help students practice the evaluation skill Context: My school runs this program in Alternative Sequence (yr 11 and 12s in together) due to the small size of the school. The lesson begins with some teaching that both grades can do together before the year 12s are assigned some independent work and the year 11s are given some more focused teaching. Then the year 11’s do independent work while the year 12s share their answers and receive feedback. The sequence of the lesson: The lesson begins with a warm up activity where students have to place types of sources on a grid in terms of how reliable and useful they typically are. Next students have to brainstorm some synonyms and antonyms for ‘reliable’ and ‘useful.’ Following this, year 12s are given a booklet which has evaluation activities (starting at simple activities and building up to those styled like the short response questions in the Term 4 exam). They begin completing these while the year 11’s get a more teacher centred lesson. In this portion of the lesson we begin with defining ‘evaluate’ before zooming in on the evaluation criteria we use in modern history – reliability and usefulness. There is information about what reliability is and that there are levels of reliability. There are tips for how to write a judgement of reliability and some things to look for when determining reliability. There is a list of reasons why a source may be deemed unreliable. There is an example reliability statement which has been colour coded to show how the writer has included various features of evidence in their evaluation. Following this, the gradual release method is used to engage with the first few sources in the booklet. (I explain the first activity, we engage with Source 1 and then complete the question together – with me modelling my thinking process via think alouds. Students then do Source 2 as a pair and Source 3 on their own). This is followed by explicit teaching on how to determine the usefulness of a source. There is also information about the importance of corroboration (including a video from the History Skills website). This is followed by some sentence starters which can be used when corroborating. This is followed by completing activities from the booklet (first as a we do, then students do one in a pair, then they do one on their own). Following this, the year 11’s continue doing the booklet independently while I go through the answers with the year 12s.

Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The syllabus objectives would also be useful more broadly for English students in other states and countries with an interest in German Nationalism between 1914–1945 (World War I begins –World War II ends). This lesson includes: 1 x Worksheet – match the definitions 1 x PowerPoint 1 x Source Booklet – containing 8 sources (a mixture of types) for analysis 1 x Handout containing a graphic organiser for analysing sources 1 x Handout explaining CAMPORUM acronym with tips for what to look for when analysing sources The lesson begins with a matching the definitions warm up (historical concepts and other relevant historical terms). This is followed by a definition of ‘analyse’ and a 9 step process for analysing. A run down of the 7 features of evidence we look for when ‘analysing’ in history (based on those in the QLD syllabus). Students are then introduced to an acronym which will help them to remember what each of these are (CAMPORUM). Students are shown the A standard criteria for analysing and the are unpacked. The year 12 students then begin independently analysing sources in the source booklet and filling in the handout (CAMPORUM tables). The year 11’s then receive focused teaching about the difference between primary and secondary sources, things to keep in mind when discussing the source origins in a written analysis, how the origins of the source may impact its reliability and tips for evaluating the reliability of different source types. There is some information about historical context and why it is crucial to understand the creator’s motive when engaging with a source. This is followed by an explanation of what the sources will look like in the exam (i.e. a context statement, an excerpt from a source and an APA reference). Following this, the gradual release method is used to engage with the first few sources in the booklet. (I have done the first one on the slides to show how to complete the table, we do the second one together, they do the third one in pairs and they do the fourth one independently). The types of sources in the booklet: An extract from Mein Kampf, an extract from a textbook, an extract from the Alpha History website, an extract from The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum website, an infographic, a poem, an artwork and a history magazine. They were chosen to deliver content at the same time as teaching the analysis skill. Context: My school runs this program in Alternative Sequence (yr 11 and 12s in together) due to the small size of the school. The lesson begins with some teaching that both grades can do together before the year 12s are assigned some independent work and the year 11s are given some more focused teaching. Then the year 11’s do independent work while the year 12s share their answers and receive feedback.

An introduction to the topic that students were being assessed on in this particular unit: Eugenics in Nazi Germany. Other relevant terms that were explained in this lesson include euthanasia, hereditary, Aryan, Ubermensch, Untermensch The lesson began by defining eugenics and sources of this ideology. Notes that students were to copy were underlined. Information (historical context) was provided about the places that this happened in the world during the 20th Century. Specific examples of what happened in the USA (Indiana and Chicago) based on information sourced from a reputable journal article. This was followed by some slides looking at how Social Darwinism was used to justify practicing eugenics. From here, I explored what transpired in Germany and how Jewish people became victims. There are slides explaining the Nazi party’s platform and how Jewish people were used as scapegoats to blame for Germany’s manifold problems. A screen shot from a textbook which summarises major anti-Jewish laws that were introduced between 1933-1939. The subsequent slides provided information about specific laws including the 1933 “German Law on Hereditary Disease” and the 1935 “Marriage Health Law.” This is followed by information about 2 key eugenicists / scientists in this era: Dr Ernst Rudin and Dr Josef Mengele. Students will learn about their motives and intentions + their actions (progression from eugenic theory > compulsory sterilization > to the killing of mentally ill patients + experimenting on twins). For homework, students were given a list of scientists from this era. They chose one to research and had to create a poster to communicate their findings to the class.

A PowerPoint designed to teach students how to write an essay under exam conditions in response to historical sources. (In Queensland this is done once a year and students are given half of their sources one week before the exam, the remainder are unseen sources. The question is unseen until the assessment date.) The lesson will help build student assessment literacy as they become familiar with the criteria which they will be assessed with. The lesson begins with tips for how to write a thesis statement (aka historical argument / hypothesis). Students are shown an example introduction (from QCAA’s sample IA1) and they must identify the thesis statement. Students are then shown the example question used by the QCAA. As a class we discuss what we believe the task statement is asking the student to do. We unpack the words ‘to what extent.’ The PPT then goes through each of the criteria one at a time. The syllabus definition is provided along with what is required to get top marks. On the next slides this is followed by a look at a body paragraph which has been written with the criteria in mind (words which demonstrate this skill are highlighted). Sometimes an additional example from the subject report (these have been written by actual students.) This is followed by tips for engaging with sources, preparing for the exam etc. A recommended structure is provided for the introduction, body paragraphs and conclusion is also provided.

A selection of thirteen sources which I gathered for a practice exam on eugenics in Germany during World War Two. These are a mix of primary and secondary sources. Context statements are provided to assist students with their analysis and evaluation of these sources. Could be used for a practice exam or to practice skills during lessons / for a revision sheet.

A free lesson on using signposting in your writing. A definition of signposting is provided along with the two ways to achieve this. Some hints for signposting in an introduction and signposting in a body paragraph are provided. Just a quick lesson which can be used as a warm up before tackling unit-specific content.

A PowerPoint designed to introduce students to their new topic: China. It begins with some interesting facts about China (with statistics written in 2019 and 2020). This is followed by information about our overarching learning intentions for the unit. A visual timeline of the weeks to complete the task is displayed on the board to emphasise to students why it is important to knuckle down. Then the focus of the lesson begins with an introduction to the historical context of China. Information about how a person’s name is written in sources is provided along with an explanation of the Wade-Giles and Pinyin systems. This is followed by information about what traditional China was like (during the Qing dynasty). There is information about the roles of women and children. An explanation of the prevalent belief system (Confucianism) is provided. A key idea: ‘The Mandate from Heaven’ is explained along with how power could change hands (how dynasties were challenged and overtaken). A summary of each part of the social structure (taken from Inquiry 1 textbook) is displayed to inform students about the relative status of Shenshi, Peasants, Artisans, Workers, Merchants, Traders, Professional Soldiers. Information is provided about their beliefs and foreign policy. The lesson then looks at how the Qing Dynasty was overthrown. Information is provided about The Taiping Rebellion and The Boxer Rebellion. A key figure (Sun Yat-Sen / Sun Yixian) is introduced. This is followed by information about an event: the 1911 Xinhai Revolution. There is a 9 minute YouTube clip for students to watch and then there are some notes for them to copy down (underlined). Finally, summary of events up to the Warlord era (1916-27) are provided.

A unit plan designed for a Modern History unit about China (1931-1976). The specific focus of the content varies from year to year but the assessment is always an Independent Source Investigation. Designed to meet the requirements of the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019), this unit falls under the category of ‘National experiences in the Modern World.’ This unit plan includes: • a list of Learning Intentions and Success criteria which are given to students at the beginning of the unit • a description of the assessment and grades breakdown • a list of useful resources (including video links) • recommended content to cover if teaching the Cultural Revolution (from QCAA) • recommended content to cover from Cambridge Textbook (focusing on the impact of Mao’s vision on China) • A brief teaching and learning cycle including recommended checkpoints for the year 12’s to use to ensure they have completed their assessment on time

A lesson designed to provide students with an understanding of events between the Warlord era (1916) to the establishment of the Chinese Communist Party. The lesson includes definitions for terms including Kuomintang/Guomindang, Communism (which students need to add to their glossary) Information is provided about the diverse nature of warlords. The impact of the Treaty of Versailles meeting in 1919 (and the decision not to return the Shandong province to China) is briefly mentioned. This leads to an exploration of the May Fourth Movement, the New Culture Movement and the Guomindang (Nationalist party). Sun Yat-Sen’s 3 guiding ideological principles are shown. Information is provided about how he was inspired by the 1917 Marxist revolution in Russia. Information about how Marx’s theory had to be modified to fit China’s situation (is provided). This is followed by details about how the CCP formed (with the help of a Comintern Agent) in 1921. A brief bio of the following figure is provided for students to copy down (Jiang Jieshi/Chiang Kai-Shek). Why the CCP initially allied itself with the Nationalist party and how this relationship became fractured. A brief bio of Mao Zedong / Mao Tse-Tung is introduced. **Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.**

A PowerPoint used to teach students about the Hundred Flowers Campaign. It includes notes from textbooks and online sources, viewing activities (propaganda posters, images and videos from YouTube) & different historian’s interpretations of this event. The homework task is for students to research the Anti-Rightist campaign and create a poster to display on our learning wall. Resources designed for the new senior Modern History syllabus (implemented in QLD in 2019). The end of term assessment for this unit was an Independent Source Investigation. The content would also be useful more broadly for students in other states and countries with an interest in the China (1931-1976). The other resources are also available in my store – Aussie_Resources.