Concentrating on Edexcel new curriculum on the following topics:
(i) Henry VIII and his ministers
(ii) Medicine in Britain, 1250 - Present
(iii) The British Sector of the Western Front
(iv) Superpower relations and the Cold War
(v) Weimar and Nazi Germany
(vi) British America, 1713-1783: Empire and Revolution
Edexcel Politics:
(i) UK Politics
(ii) Core Ideologies and nationalism
(iii) UK Government
(iv) Global Politics
Concentrating on Edexcel new curriculum on the following topics:
(i) Henry VIII and his ministers
(ii) Medicine in Britain, 1250 - Present
(iii) The British Sector of the Western Front
(iv) Superpower relations and the Cold War
(v) Weimar and Nazi Germany
(vi) British America, 1713-1783: Empire and Revolution
Edexcel Politics:
(i) UK Politics
(ii) Core Ideologies and nationalism
(iii) UK Government
(iv) Global Politics
Comprehensive examination of attempts at environmental global governance.
This is the first in a series of three lessons from The Knowledge House that links to Chapter 6 of the new Edexcel specification on Global Politics - Global governance - environmental.
This lesson examines the role of the global commons, the tragedy of the commons and the realist and liberal approaches to environmental protection.
There is also a comprehensive key-term sheet that introduces students to all new terminology.
This is done in an engaging and student-friendly manner, with interactive worksheets and an accompanying PPT that guides both teacher and student through the content.
Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions or queries about these resources.
Lesson 1/3, introducing students to the concept of regionalism.
There is a detailed keyword sheet, highlighting the key concepts that will arise in this chapter.
There are also tasks that give students an understanding of the various regional developments in recent decades.
Students will also examine the different types of regionalism, such as political, economic and security regionalism.
Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions or queries.
Lesson 2/3 linked to Chapter 8 of Global Politics from Edexcel.
An engaging and informative lesson that requires students to research various regional organisations.
There is an introduction sheet that gives an overview of:
Arab League
African Union
ASEAN
NAFTA
There is then an in-depth article that looks at each of these regional organisations in more detail.
There are a series of questions that focuses students on analysing the success and failures of these organisations.
Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions, queries or comments.
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Lesson 3/3 linked to Chapter 8 of the Edexcel specification: regionalism.
This lesson gives students a comprehensive understanding of the complexity of the European Union through interactive worksheets and case studies.
Students will examine:
the development of the European Union from the inception of the European Coal and Steel Community
the aims of the EU
the six main institutions of the EU, their key features and their impact on state sovereignty
widening of the EU through additional states joining
the Economic and Monetary Union (ECB and Euro)
The lesson will give students that knowledge and tools to approach a question on the EU with confidence.
Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions or queries.
Thank you.
This lesson examines the invasion of the north of England in 1066 by Harald Hardrada and Tostig Godwinson.
Students will analyse:
the decision of Godwinson to split his army
the Battle of Fulford
the Battle of Stamford Bridge.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
Comprehensive examination of attempts at environmental global governance.
This is the third and final in a series of three lessons from The Knowledge House that links to Chapter 6 of the new Edexcel specification on Global Politics - Global governance - environmental.
This lesson examines the efforts of different actors in tackling the effects of climate change.
Students will look into the role of the following treaties/organisations:
UNFCCC
IPCC
There is also an examination of the main international summits to tackle climate change:
Stockholm Conference
Montreal Protocol
Rio Earth Summit
Kyoto Protocol
Copenhagen Summit
Paris Agreement
Students will then examine the role other actors play in the development of methods to tackle climate change, including national governments, cities, NGOs and MNCs.
This is done in an engaging and student-friendly manner, with interactive worksheets and an accompanying PPT that guides both teacher and student through the content.
Please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk if you have any questions or queries about these resources.
The first of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages.
This lesson examines the beliefs of Christians.
There is a detailed keyword list for students to match, along with worksheets on how medieval Christians aimed to get into heaven and the impact of religion on everyday lives.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
End of term assessment that links to the Key Stage 3 series of lessons from The Knowledge House on The Norman Conquest:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-norman-conquest-key-stage-3-12191317
The lessons are carefully chosen to match the style, structure and assessment requirements of the 2016 Edexcel and AQA GCSE (9-1) specification.
Quesions include:
Describe two features…
Explain one way in which ‘x’ is similar/different to ‘y’…
What can you infer …
What is the main difference between Interpretations 1 and 2.
Focuses on Williams attempts to consolidate his power over England through:
Feudalism
Domesday Book
Students will gain a thorough understanding of the feudal system and reasons and impact of the Domesday Book.
Tasks are differentiated for high and low ability students.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
The fourth of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages.
This lesson examines the influence of the Church on crime and punishment.
Students will examine:
The role the Church played in administering trial by ordeal
An information sheet with carefully chosen questions that looks at the role of the Church
An examination of sanctuary and benefit of clergy.
There is an examination question that builds on the skill required to answer Question 3 on Paper 1 - Examine one way in which something is similar/different from something else (4 marks).
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
The fifth of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages.
This lesson examines the effects religion had on medieval ideas.
The three main ideas students will research are:
Science
Medicine
Warfare.
There is a worksheet that guides students on how to assess the utility of sources. These are key skills that prepare students in how to approach Question 2 (paper 1) and Question 3a (Paper 3).
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
The sixth of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages.
This lesson examines the background of Thomas Becket and his relationship with King Henry II.
Students are introduced to new keywords that arise when studying the relationship between the Church and state.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
The eight of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages.
This lesson examines the murder of Thomas Becket.
Students will examine:
historical keywords, such as cause, significance, interpretation
the immediate causes and events of the murder of Thomas Becket
an 8-mark utility question with guidance on how to approach this question suitable for Year 7 students.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
The seventh of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages.
This lesson examines the tensions that existed between the Church and the state in the 12th century.
Students will examine:
the different powers that the Church and the state enjoyed in the 12th century
the ways in which Thomas Becket and Henry II clashed over Church power.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
Lesson 12 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs.
This lesson examines the reasons for the failure of the Spanish Armada.
Students will look in detail at:
keywords that arise
16th century galleons
the events of the invasion of the Armada
reasons for the failure of the Armada
This is a long lesson, and could be taught over two classes, with the second lesson concentrating on analysing the significance of the various factors.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
Detailed lesson examining the events surrounding the Battle of Hastings.
Students must examine the different stages in the battle and its preparation and determine which side has the advantage at each stage.
Students then analyse the main factors for the Norman victory.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
This is a skills-based lesson where students analyse primary sources and historical interpretations.
Students will consider why there are different interpretations for the same historical event.
There will then be an exam question (3b on Paper 2 from the new Edexcel specification), with guidance on how to answer.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
The second of eleven lessons that links to the role of religion in the Middle Ages.
This lesson examines the roles played by priests and religious orders.
Included are worksheets on:
A matching exercise for keywords for this lesson.
A list of five of the seven sacraments and the role of medieval priest
The role of six religious orders/monastic houses.
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
This lesson includes an ‘Explain one way in which something is similar/different than …’ type question, linking to Question 3 on Paper 1 (Crime and Punishment, Medicine, Warfare).
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
Lesson 10 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs.
This lesson examines the reasons for the execution for Mary, Queen of Scots.
Students will look in detail at:
the threats Elizabeth faced from Catholics, Spain and Mary and the links between each
the three main plots that Elizabeth faced
the options Elizabeth had with regard to dealing with Mary
There is an exam question linked to:
Question 1 on Paper 1 - Describe two features
Question 4a on Paper 2 - Describe two features
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.
Lesson 9 of 12 that links to the English Reformation, beginning with Martin Luther and documenting the changes under the various Tudor monarchs.
This lesson examines the success, or otherwise, of the Elizabethan religious settlement.
Students will look in detail at:
the impact of the religious settlement
Protestant and Catholic responses to the religious settlement
historical interpretations linked to the religious settlement
There is an examination question linked to:
Question 3b on Paper 3 - What is the main difference between Interpretations 1 and 2 about …
This is part of a series of lessons that aims to encompass the new 9-1 GCSE skills into Key Stage 3.
Lessons are colourful and engaging and match the content of the new Exploring History textbook from Pearson, although the textbook is not necessary for any of the tasks.
If you have any questions or queries please email info@theknowledgehouse.co.uk.