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The History Academy's goal is to share best practice at an affordable price so that you can focus on your own priorities. Our resources have been written to a high standard and fine tuned in the classroom. During my 35 years in challenging schools, I have published resources for Heinemann, Pearsons, Hodder, Folens, BBC and Boardworks. If you would like to receive updates, create your own customised bundle or join our team, then contact us via our Facebook or Linkedin pages.
This literacy resource has been designed to help students to either discuss or debate in either a speech or a piece of writing. The cards can either be printed off as a worksheet or cut out to be used as set of literacy cards in the classroom. Please note that they are designed to be used in a British classroom so run it through your US spell checker.
When you download this resource, you will be able access a a full editable 7 page Word document with sentence starters to help student discuss and debate in a speech or a piece of writing. The resource is designed to take them through the various stages of constructing an argument from the introduction to the conclusion. For your convenience, I have also uploaded this file as a PDF.
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This outstanding lesson is the second in a series that looks at why Prohibition failed. These resources look at the legislation that was introduced as well as the impact on drink related crime, organised crime, bootlegging , illegal bars and brewing.
When you purchase this resource, you will be able to download a thirteen slide PowerPoint and a three page worksheet. These resources are primarily aimed at foundation and core students. The PowerPoint includes aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, thinking skills tasks and information slides which also include primary and secondary sources. The worksheet includes information ans sources on the impact that Prohibition had on US Society as well as primary and secondary sources, activities and part of my differentiation, these resources included a heads and tails mini plenary as well as a thinking skills review triangle at the end to help students assess which was the most significant impact.
The aims of the lesson are:
Theme: Why did Prohibition fail?
Know: What laws were introduced to enforce Prohibition?
Understand: How did people respond to prohibition?
Evaluate: Why what impact did prohibition have on the USA?
Skills: Chronology, Source Evaluation & judgement
What Am I Looking For this lesson?
Identify / Describe – effects of Prohibition on the USA?
Explain – both the legal and social effects of Prohibition on the USA?
Analyse – Begin to make a judgement on why Prohibition failed?
If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want.
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Roy
A word search on the KKK, which can be used as a starter, plenary or as a homework activity.
If you would like some more resources on this topic then please check out my worksheet and PowerPoint on the KKK. You can also follow 'The History Academy' on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want.
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Roy
This resource looks at how tolerant was US society by looking at the dark side of the Boom by looking at the aims and methods of the WASPs and KKK during the 1920s. The resource also looks in detail at why the KKK's membership increased and suddenly decline after a series of scandals.
There are several activities built into the PowerPoint including a snowballing starter of the key words, a Venn diagram activity comparing the aims and methods of the WASPs and the KKK and final three OCR past paper questions.
The aims and objectives are:
Theme: The Dark side of the Boom
Know: What is the difference between a WASP and a member of the KKK?
Understand: What methods and tactics did the KKK use?
Understand: Why did support for the KKK increase and then decline in the 1920s?
Evaluate: How tolerant was the USA in the 1920s?
Skills: Cause, Consequence, Source Evaluation & Judgement
What Am I Looking For this lesson?
Identify / Describe – Who were the KKK?
Explain – Why did support for them increase and then decline in the 1920s?
Analyse – begin to form a judgement on how tolerant was US society in the 1920s?
There is also a worksheet that can be downloaded separately or in a buddle.
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Roy
This lesson looks at several key issues surrounding the trail of Sacco and Vanzetti and includes a wide range of contemporary and modern sources to help the learner make up their own min. The aims, objectives and differentiated outcomes are:
Theme: The Dark side of the Boom
Know: Who were Sacco and Vanzetti and what were they accused of?
Understand: How fair was their trail?
Understand: Why were some Americans afraid of the new immigrants?
Evaluate: How tolerant was the USA in the 1920s?
Skills: Cause, Consequence, Source Evaluation & judgement
What Am I Looking For this lesson?
Identify / Describe – Who were Sacco & Vanzetti?
Explain – How fair was their trial and investigation ?
Analyse – begin to form a judgement on how tolerant was US society in the 1920s?
There are 6 activities built into the lesson including a snowballing starter, an Oxford and Cambridge source question with a pupil mark scheme, a persuasive speech literacy activity for their defence or prosecution, a Venn dig ram source analysis on contemporary reactions, an evidence review sheet on their innocence or guilt and finally an Oxford and Cambridge 6 mark question with a mark scheme on 'why were Sacco and Vanzetti executed?'
I have been observed several times with this resource and have had this lesson graded as outstanding. I have also included a persuasive literacy mat to help students phrase their speeches.
If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow 'The History Academy' on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want.
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Roy
This PowerPoint looks at two key questions, why did the Japanese invade and why did the League fail to stop them? The learning objectives are as follows:
Theme: Why did the League of Nations fail?
Know: What role did Japan play in the League of Nations?
Understand: Why did Japan invade Manchuria?
Evaluate: Why did the League fail to stop the Japanese invasion?
Skills: Cause, Consequence, Source Evaluation & judgement
What Am I Looking For this lesson?
Identify / Describe – What problems faced Japan in the 1930s?
Explain – Why did the Japanese invade Manchuria?
Analyse – begin to form a judgement on why the League eventually failed?
This resource includes information, maps, photographs from the time, primary and secondary sources, OCR Exam Board questions and student mark schemes for peer and self assessment.
These resources can be easily adapted. This resource works extremely well with my AFL Pack on this topic or my League of nations AFL Booklet
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Roy
This outstanding resource which has been field tested in the classroom on many occasions, gets students to review the work of the league of Nations in the 1920s and 30s and decide whether the statements are correct by ticking 'yes' or 'no'. They the have to give some supporting evidence to back up their decision.
Once completed successfully, students should then see the connections between the Leagues successes and failures be able to come to an overall judgement about why it failed.
This resource could be completed prior to doing an exam or writing an essay. Its an all round nice little add on that works well as a starter or plenary.
Aims and Objectives:
Theme: League of Nations 1919 - 1939
Know: What action did the League of Nations take to prevent war?
Understand: How successful was the League of Nations?
Evaluate: Why did the League of Nations fail in the 1930s?
WILF: What Am I looking For?
Identify and describe: What action did the League of Nations take to prevent war?
Explain: How successful was the League of Nations at tackling international conflict?
Analysis: Why did the League of Nations fail in the 1930s?
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Roy
This clever little card sort can be used as a starter or plenary exercise on the impact of the Roman invasion of Britain in AD 43.
Students have two headings and have to cut out the cards and sort them under one of two headings, Britain before the Roman invasion and Britain after the invasion.
For more able students I have included an extension exercise or discussion point for the class asking them to assess whether life for ordinary people improved or got worse after the invasion.
If you have an especially bright group, you could ask them to create a key to identify which cards were to do with religion, money, transport or power.
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Roy
This popular and really useful card sort can be used as a starter or plenary on the impact of the Black Death on England. It has been designed work alongside any main stream resource on this topic. if you are looking for a more comprehensive lesson resource then, please check my other lessons on the
When you purchase this resource you will receive a full editable Microsoft Word document with instructions, a learning aim and two headings cards labelled Britain ‘before’ and ‘after’ the Black Death as well as 16 statement cards that need to be sorted.
For more able students I have included an extension exercise or discussion point for the class asking them to assess which was the most important change that took place as a result of the Black Death. If you have an especially bright group, you could ask them to create a key to identify which cards were to do with money, freedom and power. You could also use these cards to help students plan or revise for an essay or assessment.
The aims and objectives for this lesson are:
Theme: Medieval Society
Know: What changed as a result of the Black Death?
Understand: How did Medieval Society change as a result of the Black Death?
Evaluate: Which changes were more important?
WILF: What Am I Looking For?
Identify and Describe: What changed as a result of the Black Death?
Explain: How did medieval society chance as a result of the Black Death?
Analyse: Which changes were more important?
If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. I’ve produced other card sorts for the more able such as my diamond 9 activity as well as a market place activity. If you wish you can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, Google Plus, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want.
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Roy
This clever little card sort can be used as a starter or plenary exercise on the impact of the Norman invasion of Britain in 1066
Students have two headings and have to cut out the cards and sort them under one of two headings, Britain before the Norman invasion and Britain after the invasion.
For more able students I have included an extension exercise or discussion point for the class asking them to assess whether life for ordinary people improved or got worse after the invasion.
If you have an especially bright group, you could ask them to create a key to identify which cards were to do with religion, money, society or power.
If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. You can also follow ‘The History Academy’ on Twitter, YouTube and Facebook for the latest updates or even to get in touch and chat about how you have used this resource or to ask questions. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee or a happy meal so that you can spend more time doing the things that you want.
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Roy
This great little card sort is a must have for anyone studying why William won the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The resource in a word format so it can be fully adapted to suit your learners, but I have made sure that it’s accessible for core, foundation and gifted and talented students.
This card sort can be used as a starter, mini plenary or plenary. It can also be used as a planning exercise before students attempt writing an extended essay for assessment purposes on the topic.
So in brief, I have provided a two page worksheet with the following heading of leadership / tactics. organisation, luck and Harold’s mistakes as well 16 cards that students can sort under these headings.
The aims objectives are:
Theme: Why did William win the Battle of Hastings in 1066?
Know: What factors helped William to win?
Understand: How important was William’s leadership, tactics, luck and organisation in helping to win?
Evaluate: How far did William win or Harold lose?
WILF - What an I Looking For?
Identify / describe: Why William won the Battle of Hastings?
Explain: Several reasons why William won the Battle of Hastings?
Analyse: Explain which factor was the most important reason why William won?
I have been observed several times with this lesson and have been graded outstanding each time. This is a high quality resource, which works. The students love the activity which never fails to help them develop a sophisticated understanding of why he won! However, don’t take my word for it, download and try it!
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This great resources has successfully engaged students of all abilities for over 24 years. It was the number one download on the website www,schoolhistory.co.uk. I have since updated it with a few tweaks.
The worksheet comes in two sections. The first looks at the traditional story of the Gunpowder Pot as it has been taught to school children for hundreds of years. I have created a series of questions and activities aimed at foundation and core students that helps them to study an old Victorian school history book version. This is a great exercise to help students appreciate how history has been taught in the past.
The next section looks a the revisionist version of the Gunpowder Plot and gives students a series of contemporary sources and secondary research by historians to help them decide whether Guy Fawkes was innocent or guilty. The activity aims to get them to draw a table to help them analyse the information before having a go at writing a newspaper report from either a Catholic or Protestant stand point on what happened.
If you like this resource, then I have produced a series of card sorts which may want to download separately or in the combo version of this resource entitled the Gunpowder Ploy, 1605.
The aims and objectives are:
Theme: What were the causes of the English Civil War?
Know: What happened during the Gunpowder Plot?
Understand: Why did the Catholics supposedly want to murder the King?
Evaluate: How far do the contemporary sources and research by historians prove that Guy Fawkes was innocent or guilty?
WILF - What Am I Looking For?
Identify & describe: What evidence and facts supports that Guy Fawkes was innocent or guilty?
Explain: How does the evidence support whether Guy Fawkes was innocent or guilty?
Analyze: Come to a judgement on how far Guy Fawkes was guilty?
If you like this resource then why not check out my other resources on this topic in my TES shop. We aim to produce cheap and affordable resources for either the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more quality time with the people who matter.
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Roy
This PowerPoint is designed to span two lessons and includes 6 activities to help students assess the tactics that General Haig used at the Battle of the Somme in 1916. The aims and objectives are:
Theme: Why was there a stalemate on the Western Front?
Know: What tactics did General Haig use at the Battle of the Somme in 1916?
Understand: Why did the Battle of the Somme end in a stalemate?
Evaluate: Was General Haig the 'Butcher of the Somme?
Skills: Cause, Consequence, Source Analysis and Interpretation
WILF: What Am I Looking For?
Identify and describe - What happened during the Battle of the Somme in 1916?
Explain - Why did Haig’s tactics fail to achieve a breakthrough?
Analyze - How far was Haig’s responsible for the failure to break through in 1916?
These activities include a snowballing starter, source analysis comparing John Laffin and the BBC’s Blackadder interpretation of General Haig, a contemporary cartoon analysis to assess public reaction in 1916, a summary diagram of why Haig tactics failed and a source analysis comparing the different perspectives of George Coppard and Haig of the progress made on the first day of the attack. I’ve also included a card sort activity which could be used as the basis for an assessment or extended writing on the topic.
In all there are 40 slides which can be easily customised for your students. It could also be uploaded to a virtual learning environment and used as an independent learning resource for homework.
Professional Knowledge
For those of you who are new to the profession, this topic is controversial for a number of reasons. Firstly, the leadership of the British Army during the war is traditionally described by some historians as ‘lions led by donkeys.’ Please note that this interpretation first grew out a dissatisfaction with the Treaty of Versailles and the concept that the First World War would be the ‘War to end all wars’ in the 1930’s. Clearly by then, many of the sacrifices appeared to have been in vain with the rise of Hitler and the threat of war. However, in the immediate aftermath of the First World War, Haig was seen as a hero. He was also the man who set up the Royal British Legion and began the first poppy appeal. Secondly, this topic is controversial for many of our Australian cousins whose sense of national identity grew out of their frustration and anger over the disaster at Gallipoli. This has led to feeling that the British tactics were a complete failure in all theatres of war and has led to the writing of some pretty bad popular history by Australian tour guides like John Laffin in his book ‘British Butchers and Bunglers of WW1’ to almost justify the Republican Movement in Australia.
Anyway, have fun and I look forward to your feedback.
The great resource deals with the tricky topic change and continuity in Medieval Medicine in Britain.
The resource includes a PowerPoint with all the resources and worksheets that are required for the lesson as well as a recent lesson plan I wrote to help teach this topic with this resource.
The PowerPoint includes:
Aims & Objectives
A starter + a differentiated version
Information Slides
Source analysis activity
A card sort / activity on change and continuity
An extended question which has been differentiated to include a slide to help structure responses
Peer and self analysis feedback sheets.
Blank templates for the activities.
The aims and activities are:
• Theme: Medicine in Britain, 1250 – present
• Know: What were the key features medieval medicine?
• Understand: Which key features of ancient medicine were still being used in medieval times?
• Evaluate: How far did ancient ideas about medicine continued to be used in the medieval period?
• Skills: Change and Continuity
Learning Outcomes
• Levels 1 – 4 = Identify & describe: What changed and what stayed the same?
• Levels 5 – 7 = Explain: What had changed and what had stayed the same?
• Levels 7 – 8 = Analyse: How far did medical ideas changed during the medieval period?
This great lesson is designed to help students assess how successful the Elizabethan Church Settlement Act of 1559 was at promoting peace and stability in England? This is potentially a difficult topic to teach, but these resources approach the topic in a fun and engaging way that is suitable for the full ability range. They also link up the religious changes from previous Tudor monarchs and will allow students to predict what problems would face the Stuarts.
When you purchase this resource you will be able to download a PowerPoint with thirteen slides. These include aims, objectives, differentiated outcomes, starters, plenaries, thinking skills activities, pictures, templates and information slides. When you deliver this lesson, you can choose from a selection of starters which include a snowballing starter of the key words or a thinking fork template on attitudes towards the death of Queen Mary. The next activity involves getting your students to draw a religious seesaw and then sorting various statements from the Elizabethan Church Settlement Act and deciding whether they would satisfy either Catholics or Protestants. Once complete, students can draw a line to decide which side the changes benefited the most. Later on in the course, you can refer back to this diagram whilst looking at either James or Charles I and draw links and conclusions as to how they were unpicking the compromise and laying the foundations for the English Civil War. The next activity gets students to sort through a series of cards to help them evaluate how successful the Elizabethan Church Act was at reducing religious tensions. For more detailed information, please refer to the detailed preview.
The aims and objectives of this lesson are:
Theme: What were the consequences of the break with Rome?
Know: What were the terms of the Church Settlement Act of 1559?
Understand: Who opposed the Elizabethan Church Settlement Act?
Evaluate: How successful was the Church Settlement Act at maintaining peace?
WILF - What Am I Looking For?
Identify and describe: What were the successes and failures?
Explain: Who opposed the Church Settlement Act and why?
Analyse: How far was the Church Settlement Act a success?
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Anyway, have fun and stay in touch via social media for the latest updates.
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Roy
This outstanding lesson has been featured at various history teacher conferences across Europe and featured on several well known websites as an example of outstanding practice. It has also been used as a training resource on how to teach the difficult topic of historical interpretation to students.
The aim of this exciting lesson is to help students assess just how bloody Queen Mary I was by evaluating the views of both eye witnesses from the time and historians. It is suitable for a range of abilities, but mainly core and advanced.
When you download this lesson you will have a PowerPoint as well as word document with 12 primary and secondary sources about the reign of Queen Mary I 1553 - 1558.
The PowerPoint includes a snowballing and pair and share starters, slides on why Mary I executed the protestants and why she is such a controversial historical figure. This is followed up with links to carefully selected video clips which can be used with your students.
Afterwards, you then have the luxury of deciding whether to do the card sort exercise either a continuum, pro and con organiser or as a simple sort. I would recommend printing off the appropriate slides on A3 to go along with these activities. Sometimes, I allow my more able students to decide individually which organiser they wish to use, but you could always decide for different groups as part of your differentiation.
Once this has been complete, students can then have a go at answering the assessment question in activity 4: Does Mary I deserve the title, ‘Bloody Mary’? This slide also includes a suggested structure for answering the question, along with possible connectives. I've also thrown in my award winning literacy and persuasive literacy mats to help sweeten the deal. The final plenary slides looking at how history is written will help your students draw their own conclusions about just how bloody was Queen Mary I.
The Aims & Objectives are:
Theme: Consequences of the break with Rome?
Know: Why did Queen Mary I burn protestant heretics?
Understand: How has Mary been viewed by both contemporaries and historians?
Evaluate: Does Mary I deserve the title 'Bloody Mary'?
WILF - What Am I Looking For?
Identify and describe: Which sources support / disagree with the 'Bloody Mary' interpretation?
Explain: Why do people disagree about how 'Bloody' Mary I was?
Analyse: How far does Queen Mary deserve the title 'Bloody Mary?'
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This resource provides interactive flashcards that encompass the essential elements of the Russian Revolution. These flashcards, known as Dingbats, are specifically designed to assist students in focusing on key terms and facts, thereby transforming the revision process into a social and enjoyable activity. With Dingbats, students can move away from solitary studying, as these cards encourage teamwork and peer assessment, making the learning experience more engaging and effective. Regular utilization of these cards, combined with the strategies outlined in the accompanying PowerPoint presentation, will enhance memory skills and establish crucial connections that are vital for exam success.
These flashcards are particularly well-suited for starter activities, offering a fun game at the beginning of lessons or acting as a mini plenary to assess understanding and reinforce learning. Their versatility allows for inclusion in revision booklets or for printing on cards, making them easy to store in students’ pockets or envelopes. Furthermore, students can use them independently for their own revision needs.
Upon downloading this lesson, educators will receive a Word document featuring Dingbats tailored specifically for the Russian Revolution, along with an 18-slide PowerPoint presentation that outlines effective methods for employing these flashcards. In Game 1, one player reads key words while another guesses the topic, which enhances memory recall. Game 2 presents a challenge where players must describe the topic without using key words, thereby increasing the difficulty level. To further engage students, additional competitive activities such as Pictionary and Charades are included. The lesson wraps up with strategies for delivering a one-minute class talk and provides tips for creating personalized Dingbats, complemented by suggested homework tasks. Both documents are conveniently available in PDF format for easy printing and sharing.
The aims and objectives of this lesson are:
Aims and Objectives of the Lesson:
Theme: Revision of Weimar Germany 1919 - 1933
Know: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision
Understand: Various card games that can be played
Evaluate: The effectiveness of these methods for revision
Skills: Revision techniques, competition, and collaboration
WILF – What Am I Looking For?
Describe: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision
Explain: Different revision techniques applicable with Dingbats
Evaluate: The most effective strategies for your learning needs
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Dingbats are interactive flashcards designed to help students concentrate on essential terms and facts, transforming the revision process into a social and enjoyable experience. With Dingbats, you can bid farewell to solitary studying! They promote teamwork and peer assessment, making learning more engaging. Regular use, combined with the strategies outlined in the accompanying PowerPoint, will enhance memory skills and foster vital connections for exam success.
These flashcards are ideal for starter activities, functioning as a fun game at the beginning of a lesson or as a mini plenary to assess understanding or reinforce learning. Their versatility allows them to be included in revision booklets or printed on cards for easy storage in students’ pockets or envelopes. Additionally, students can use them independently for their own revision.
Upon downloading this lesson, you’ll receive a Word document featuring Dingbats for the League of Nations from 1919 to 1939, along with an 18-slide PowerPoint detailing effective utilization. Game 1 involves one player reading key words while the other guesses the topic, enhancing memory recall. Game 2 challenges players to describe the topic without using key words, adding an extra level of difficulty. Other entertaining and competitive activities, such as Pictionary and Charades, are also included. The lesson concludes with strategies for conducting a one-minute class talk and tips for creating your own Dingbats, supported by suggested homework tasks. Both documents are available as PDFs for easy printing and sharing.
Aims and Objectives of the Lesson
Theme: Revision of the League of Nations 1919 - 1939
Know: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision
Understand: Various card games that can be played
Evaluate: The effectiveness of these methods for revision
Skills: Revision techniques, competition, and collaboration
WILF – What Am I Looking For?
Describe: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision
Explain: Different revision techniques applicable with Dingbats
Evaluate: The most effective strategies for your learning needs
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These revision flash cards cover all the key factors that your students will need to know about German Unification 1815 - 1871 for AS or A Level. Dingbats are innovative interactive flashcards carefully designed to help students sharpen their focus on key terms and essential facts, transforming the revision process into a vibrant and enjoyable social experience. With Dingbats, students can say goodbye to solitary study sessions, as these flashcards encourage teamwork and peer assessment, making learning significantly more engaging. Regular use of Dingbats, combined with the effective strategies detailed in the accompanying PowerPoint, will enhance memory retention and foster the crucial connections necessary for success in studying or revising German Unification (1815 – 1871).
These versatile flashcards are perfect for kickstarting lessons, serving as an exciting game at the beginning of class or as a mini plenary to assess understanding and reinforce learning towards the end. Their convenient format allows for easy incorporation into revision booklets or printing on cards, enabling students to store them in their pockets or envelopes for on-the-go studying. Additionally, students can independently utilize these cards for their own revision, promoting self-directed learning.
Upon downloading this lesson, you will receive a Word document featuring Dingbats specifically tailored for German Unification (1815 – 1871), along with an informative 18-slide PowerPoint that outlines effective methods for utilizing these resources.
In Game 1, one player reads key words while the other guesses the corresponding topic, boosting memory recall. Game 2 presents a greater challenge as players must describe the topic without mentioning any key words, adding an exciting element of difficulty. The lesson also includes other fun and competitive activities such as Pictionary and Charades. The session concludes with strategic advice on conducting a one-minute class talk and tips for creating personalized Dingbats, all supported by suggested homework tasks. Both documents are conveniently available as PDFs for easy printing and sharing.
The aims and objectives of this resource are:
Theme: German Unification 1815 - 1871
Know: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision
Understand: Various card games that can be played
Evaluate: The effectiveness of these methods for revision
Skills: Revision techniques, competition, and collaboration
WILF – What Am I Looking For?
Describe: How to use Dingbats and flashcards for revision
Explain: Different revision techniques applicable with Dingbats
Evaluate: The most effective strategies for your learning needs