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I am Head of Social Sciences teaching AS/A level Sociology and Psychology. For many years I’ve taught History through to A'level and Archaeology through to GCSE and have been Citizenship/PSHE coordinator. I am currently an accredited Lead Practitioner (leading on Stretch and Challenge), an AQA Senior Examiner for Sociology Paper 3 and an AQA EPQ Moderator. I’ve authored an AS/A level Sociology Revision book for Paper 1 (AQA), published by Collins - for the current 2015 Spec.

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I am Head of Social Sciences teaching AS/A level Sociology and Psychology. For many years I’ve taught History through to A'level and Archaeology through to GCSE and have been Citizenship/PSHE coordinator. I am currently an accredited Lead Practitioner (leading on Stretch and Challenge), an AQA Senior Examiner for Sociology Paper 3 and an AQA EPQ Moderator. I’ve authored an AS/A level Sociology Revision book for Paper 1 (AQA), published by Collins - for the current 2015 Spec.
GCE Sociology AQA A'Level Paper 1: Education in Context
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GCE Sociology AQA A'Level Paper 1: Education in Context

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This is designed to help teach the Methods in Context Section for AQA A'level Paper 1. The PowerPoint introduces Methods in Context and the idea of Applying the method directly to the issue. I have used examples from the previous specification, as we have so few from the 2015 Spec. The table (word Doc) and powerpoint activity is designed to encourage students to think about how they would apply and focus their ideas, rather than generalising. There is a peer marking activity - with the current markscheme. A list of past questions, both previous and current specifications. Plenty of practice for students and can be adapted into group work for students to attempt and feedback to rest of group, or complete as individual revision/exam technique practise.
GCSE WJEC Sociology:  Crime and Deviance – Social Control
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GCSE WJEC Sociology: Crime and Deviance – Social Control

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This PowerPoint is used as the 3rd and 4th lesson for GCSE WJEC Sociology (Paper 2: Crime and Deviance Section). The two PowerPoints cover Formal and Informal methods of Social Control. It introduces and develops a range of concepts relating to Social Control methods and an evaluation of their effectiveness. There are also a range of activities included.
Gender Chromosomes and Hormones - AQA Psychology A'Level 7182/3
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Gender Chromosomes and Hormones - AQA Psychology A'Level 7182/3

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I created this lesson for my A'Level Psychology lesson on Biological influences on Gender - specifically the role of genetics and hormones (Gender). There is a PowerPoint, videos as well as activities, e.g. the Silent Debate and assessments within the PowerPoint. I have a VLC copy of 'The Boy with no Penis' so if the link doesn't work let me know! AQA Psychology A'Level 7182/3
GCSE WJEC Sociology:  Crime and Deviance – Social Construction
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GCSE WJEC Sociology: Crime and Deviance – Social Construction

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This PowerPoint is used as the 2nd lesson for GCSE WJEC Sociology (Paper 2: Crime and Deviance Section). It introduces the concepts of Social Concept and Social Fact. The PowerPoint gives information and activities. The reference to the text book is the WJEC Illuminate Textbook. For the 1st slide I used the Vuvuzela noise which I got from YouTube, There were numerous posts of this.
Year 8 PSHE lesson SRE and Health
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Year 8 PSHE lesson SRE and Health

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Year 8 lessons on SRE and health. There are a number of lessons and activities included here for various ability levels with lesson plans and a scheme of work.
Yr 12 Tutor Session - Inroduction to Yr 12/Level 3
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Yr 12 Tutor Session - Inroduction to Yr 12/Level 3

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1st lesson with my Year 12s - Tutor time. I used the powerpoint to get them to think about the GCSE/GCE gap! The powerpoint was to help get to know their fellow tutees. I have further Year 12 and 13 Tutor material uploaded.
Yr 13 Tutor Session - How to choose your university and course
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Yr 13 Tutor Session - How to choose your university and course

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I used the 1st 3 documents with my Yr 12s. We used the powerpoint and clips. In Yr 13 once the students had chosen, been on open days etc and been through the process, I asked them to write a how to guide for the year below - see Word Doc. They also made a short info film which I have and can provide. A good 6th form Tutor session and activity. I have other Yr 12 and 13 Tutor work uploaded
Yr 13 Tutor Session - Post 18 Options
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Yr 13 Tutor Session - Post 18 Options

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Designed for Yr 13 students to consider options post 18. Goes through the range of options and provides several links for students to explore. I also do a detailed sessions on the various options that the powerpoint mentions. I have other Yr 12 and 13 tutor materials uploaded.
Higher Order Questioning - Staff Presentation/Training
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Higher Order Questioning - Staff Presentation/Training

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I was asked to put together a presentation for staff to explain the importance of higher level questioning and give some examples of approaches and activities to encourage it. The powerpoint does just that! This was followed up with further training sessions and now I lead a SWG for stretch and challenge. Please feel free to contact me if you would like further explanation of any activities or further examples. I have not been able to upload the Question Generator but can send this to you separately. Also included, a self assessment sheet and notes to go with the powerpoint. Additionally, the slides contained structured questions relevant to the subject, within the Academy I teach at, all subject areas produced a specific one. The idea being that students get more used to higher order questioning and encourages better peer questioning, teachers have a visual aid - often useful if being observed.
AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - Designing and Conducting the Survey
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AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - Designing and Conducting the Survey

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This PowerPoint is aimed at students and can form part of the taught delivery. It goes through the the reading and researching process and how to reading effectively, considering the role and significance of the book. It begins to introduce source evaluation. The resource log accompanies the PowerPoint and I used it in subsequent lessons as students got further into the research process. AQA A'Level EPQ 7993
GCSE WJEC Sociology:  Introduction to Crime and Deviance
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GCSE WJEC Sociology: Introduction to Crime and Deviance

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This PowerPoint is used as the 1st introductory lesson for GCSE WJEC Sociology (Paper 2: Crime and Deviance Section). It introduces Crime and Deviance - the concepts and some of the core arguments. (It refers to an ‘envelope exercise’ which will be returned to in later lessons as students have developed clearer and more informed ideas about offenders. There is reference to the WJEC Illuminate Textbook.
Introduction to Sociological Theories and Methods AQA A-level Paper 3
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Introduction to Sociological Theories and Methods AQA A-level Paper 3

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An introduction to Theories and Methods for AQA 2015 Specification This is to encourage students to look at the development of Theory over time and link some of the concepts that the will have some knowledge of through their Year 12 studies. The tick sheet is an outline of the Theory and Methods Unit
Yr 12/13 Tutor Session: First Aid
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Yr 12/13 Tutor Session: First Aid

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Designed for Yr 12s or Yr 13s. The ppt runs through first aid - for bleeding, burns, unresponsiveness and choking. There is a relevant news article, quiz and then information for ‘what to do if...’ I also ordered a number of resusci annes from the BHF (10 free to schools) - these come with a training DVD and we worked through this. Students liked it, especially the practical aspect. I have other Yr 12 and 13 Tutor materials uploaded also.
Introduction to Psychology for Yr 11 Taster Day: Artificial Intelligence
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Introduction to Psychology for Yr 11 Taster Day: Artificial Intelligence

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This provides a 1 hour plus start to Psychology develops the ideas surrounding intelligence, consciousness and what does it mean to be human. This is very much a discussion based Taster, which is particularly topical at the moment. The slides really centre around points to discuss, along with 2 video clips to help this. It requires no previous knowledge and does not preempt any of the content from the AS/A Level course. I have a 3 taster sessions, this is the 3rd (all uploaded).
AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - How to deal with the 'dreaded' Log Book!
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AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - How to deal with the 'dreaded' Log Book!

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This PowerPoint is aimed at students and can form part of the taught delivery. It goes through the role and importance of the logbook - making it clear to students how it relates to the 4 Assessment Objectives. My students find this helpful . As a moderator I find many student's don't pay sufficient attention to the log book and this has a significant impact on their final marks. The second PowerPoint I print off for students in handout format to write notes on. AQA A'Level EPQ 7993
GCE AQA Sociology: Beliefs in Society (7192/2): Revision Quiz
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GCE AQA Sociology: Beliefs in Society (7192/2): Revision Quiz

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Quiz involving 4 rounds - Sociologists, studies, picture round and pot luck. The Joker card enables a group to double their points (groups must declare their joker before the round starts). For a really competitive group 'The Devil Card&' works well, enabling half of another teams points to be stolen! The document has the answers for each round included - make sure these are removed before use with a class!
GCE AQA Sociology: Families and Households (7191/2, 7192/2): Revision Quiz
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GCE AQA Sociology: Families and Households (7191/2, 7192/2): Revision Quiz

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Quiz involving 4 rounds - Sociologists, studies, picture round and pot luck. The Joker card enables a group to double their points (groups must declare their joker before the round starts). For a really competitive group 'The Devil Card' works well, enabling another team to steal points from one they elect. The document has the answers for each round included - make sure these are removed before use with a class!