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Introducing Top Historian, where a decade of seasoned expertise in History teaching and department management converges to craft exceptional educational resources. Our meticulously designed materials include individual lessons, exam technique and content revision for both British and International exam boards. Let Top Historian lighten your workload without compromising on excellence, providing a seamless blend of experience and adaptability to deliver top quality History with maximum progress.

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Introducing Top Historian, where a decade of seasoned expertise in History teaching and department management converges to craft exceptional educational resources. Our meticulously designed materials include individual lessons, exam technique and content revision for both British and International exam boards. Let Top Historian lighten your workload without compromising on excellence, providing a seamless blend of experience and adaptability to deliver top quality History with maximum progress.
2024 NEW PAPER 1 MODEL EXAM ANSWERS -  IGCSE History Chapter 3 (CIE, 0470)
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2024 NEW PAPER 1 MODEL EXAM ANSWERS - IGCSE History Chapter 3 (CIE, 0470)

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This resource consists of 1 set of Paper 1 model answers for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 1 2024 June examination. QA, B and C are all based upon the Chapter 3 core content ‘How far was Hitler’s foreign policy to blame for the oubreak of war in 1939?’ All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification. How can I use this resource? These model answers can also be used as a high quality assessment resource by speeding up marking and doubling up as ready made feedback lesson, saving you hours of planning! They also make excellent revision resources for Year 11 to revise from prior to assessments and the upcoming summer examination, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks! Please note that if you have already purchased the BIG PAPER 1 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE you will already have the contents of this resource (and more!) so please do not duplicate your spending! Associated resources New IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024 (CIE 0470). This masterclass breaks down the Paper 1 markscheme into student friendly language that’s accessible to all, and offers step by step guidance on structure (with scaffolded writing support), content and how to hit the highest mark on every question! Bonus freebies include an essay writing masterclass and a model Qc answer, as well as more practice questions with mark schemes! Model answers for Paper 1: KQ1 and KQ2 Paper 1 Whole Course Review - A series of revision tasks and practice exam Qs that span Chapters 1-6! Can be used as a revision lesson or as a bank of individual starters and review tasks to use throughout the year! I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce.
2024 NEW PAPER 1 MODEL EXAM ANSWERS -  IGCSE History Chapter 2 (CIE, 0470)
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2024 NEW PAPER 1 MODEL EXAM ANSWERS - IGCSE History Chapter 2 (CIE, 0470)

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This resource consists of 1 set of Paper 1 model answers for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 1 2024 June examination. QA, B and C are all based upon the Chapter 2 core content ‘How far was the League of Nations a success? By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students achieved an average grade of an A* on this Paper. All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course delivered by CIE. How can I use this resource? These model answers can also be used as a high quality assessment resource by speeding up marking and doubling up as ready made feedback lesson, saving you hours of planning! They also make excellent revision resources for Year 11 to revise from prior to assessments and the upcoming summer examination, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks! Please note that if you have already purchased the BIG PAPER 1 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE you will already have the contents of this resource (and more!) so please do not duplicate your spending! Associated resources: New IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024 (CIE 0470). This masterclass breaks down the Paper 1 markscheme into student friendly language that’s accessible to all, and offers step by step guidance on structure (with scaffolded writing support), content and how to hit the highest mark on every question! Bonus freebies include an essay writing masterclass and a model Qc answer, as well as more practice questions with mark schemes! Additionally, I’ve also created model answers for Paper 1 question sets for KQ1 and KQ3 too! Paper 1 Whole Course Review - A series of revision tasks and practice exam Qs that span Chapters 1-6! Can be used as a revision lesson or as a bank of individual starters and review tasks to use throughout the year! I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce!
2024 NEW PAPER 1 MODEL EXAM ANSWERS -  IGCSE History Chapter 1 (CIE, 0470)
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2024 NEW PAPER 1 MODEL EXAM ANSWERS - IGCSE History Chapter 1 (CIE, 0470)

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This resource consists of 1 set of Paper 1 style model answers for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 1 2024 June examination. QA, B and C are all based upon the new 2024 Chapter 1 content ‘Was the Treaty of Versailles fair?’ By using the principles and structures outlined in these model answers, our 2024 cohort of 90 students achieved an average grade of an A* on Paper 1. All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations . These model answers can also be used as a high quality assessment resource by speeding up marking and doubling up as ready made feedback lesson, saving you hours of planning! They also make excellent revision resources for Year 11 to revise from prior to assessments and the upcoming summer examination. Please note that if you have already purchased the BIG PAPER 1 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE you will already have the contents of this resource (and more!) so please do not duplicate your spending! Associated resources This resource is best used in conjunction with the New IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024 (CIE 0470). This masterclass breaks down the Paper 1 markscheme into student friendly language which is accessible to all, and offers step by step guidance on structure (with scaffolded writing support), content and how to hit the highest marks on every question! Bonus freebies include an **essay writing masterclass **and a model QC answer, as well as more practice questions with mark schemes! Additionally, I’ve also created model answers for Paper 1 question sets for KQ2 and KQ3 too! Finally the In a nutshell - KQ1 chapter review is perfect for streamlining the content of the whole chapter into a single revision lesson. Great for the week before an assessment or the summer exam! I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce!
IGCSE History NEW PAPER 1 Exam Technique Masterclass 2024 - CIE 0470
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IGCSE History NEW PAPER 1 Exam Technique Masterclass 2024 - CIE 0470

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A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 1 exam By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students achieved an average grade of an A* on this Paper. This lesson has been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE). This resource includes a 23 slide PowerPoint lesson which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 1 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for all 3 Qs. As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to improve the quality of their exam answers. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS in the form of a model answer for a QC essay response. Specific content: Slide 1 - Introduction Slide 2 - Paper 1 Content and Assessment overview Slide 3 - ‘What is the examiner looking for in Qa?’ and ‘test yourself’ example Qs Slide 4 - 4 x model answer content for the test yourself questions Slide 5 - What is the examiner looking for in Qb? Slide 6 - ‘Golden Rules’ for the 6 marker and example Qs Slide 7- How do I show I’m explaining and not just describing? Slide 8 - What is the examiner looking for in Qc? Slide 9 - What formats can the Qc essay take and example Qs Slide 10 - Top tips for a 10 marker and advice on timings Slide 11 - An introduction to the Essay Writing Masterclass Slide 12 - Introductions Slide 13 - Main body Slide 14-17 - A full QC model answer, broken down into individual paragraphs for student analysis. Slide 18 - How to write a great conclusion! Slide 19- Essay pitfalls - what not to do! Slide 22 - Homework - Test your Paper 1 skills with confidence! Who is this lesson for? This lesson can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in CIE Paper 1 to year 10 and 11. **Associated resources ** This masterclass is best paired with my model answer ABC question sets for KQ1, KQ2 and KQ3! (If you want a bargain, they’re even cheaper if you buy the bundle!) These model answers are great for speeding up marking and act as ready made feedback lessons, saving you hours of planning time!
IGCSE History NEW PAPER 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024) Cambridge (0470)
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IGCSE History NEW PAPER 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024) Cambridge (0470)

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A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 4 exam. By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40! This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE). This resource includes a fully adaptable 23 slide powerpoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 4 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for both questions. As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to level-up the quality of their written responses. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS of a model answer to provide students with a clear example of what an excellent Paper 4 essay response should look like. Specific content: Slide 1 - Introduction Slide 2 - Paper 4 Content and Assessment overview Slide 3 - ‘What is the examiner looking for in Qa?’ and example Qs? Slide 4 - What should a good ‘write an account’ question look like? Slide 5 - What is the examiner looking for in Qb? Slide 6-7 - ‘What should a good 25 mark essay contain / look like?’ and example Qs Slide 8-9 - What is a facet?! Slide 10 - Let’s plan one together… Slide 11 - Writing for an A* with PEEL paragraphs Slide 12 - How do you write a final judgement / strong conclusion for a Qb essay? Slide 13 - An introduction to the Essay Writing Masterclass Slide 14 - Introductions Slide 15 - Main body Slide 16-21 - Model paragraphs for the essay ‘Discuss the impact of Stresemann’s policies for the stability of the Weimar Republic between 1924-29 ’ (25) Slide 22 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do! Slide 23 - Homework - Test your new Paper 4 skills with confidence! Who is this lesson for? This lesson and the associated resources can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in Paper 4 to year 10 and 11. The model answer and example questions are focused on the Germany depth study. Looking for the CIE Paper 4 Masterclassfor the US depth study? Find it here, it’s our bestseller! Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass - USA Depth Study How long will it take me to deliver this lesson? Between 1-2 hours Associated resources: Paper 1 exam technique masterclass Paper 2 exam technique masterclass
IGCSE History NEW 2024 PAPER 4 Model Exam Answers (1930s USA) - (CIE 0470)
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IGCSE History NEW 2024 PAPER 4 Model Exam Answers (1930s USA) - (CIE 0470)

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This resource consists of two model answers for the New 2024 Paper 4 Cambridge IGCSE History exam. It includes one Qa. ‘Write an account…’ question and one Qb. ‘Discuss the importance/impact/significance of…’ question. Both questions are centred on 1930s USA, as part of the CIE USA depth study. All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification. These Paper 4 model answers can be effectively incorporated into assessment feedback lessons as ready-made reflection or improvement tasks. Additionally, they can be used alongside the New Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass to practice exam technique, or as revision benchmarks for students to revise prior to assessments and the summer exam, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks! Please note that if you have already purchased the New Paper 4 Model Answers Bundle you will already have the contents of this resource and more so please do not duplicate your spending! For a more in-depth examination and active implementation of the Paper 4 exam technique including; scaffolded planning support, writing tips (FAQs on content, timings, length of answers), assessment questions, pre-made marking codes for both and b questions, reflection tasks and target setting, 'uplevelling your work’ feedback activities AND model answers please take a look at my New Paper 4 Assessment Lessons for getting students exam ready, building confidence and accelerating progress. NEW RESOURCE FOR 2025 EXAMINATION: 1920s USA IGCSE Revision Guide and Activity Book with Model Answers 1930s Depression and Recovery Guide with model answers coming soon! I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!)
IGCSE History NEW 2024 PAPER 4 Model Exam Answers (1920s USA) - (CIE 0470)
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IGCSE History NEW 2024 PAPER 4 Model Exam Answers (1920s USA) - (CIE 0470)

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This resource consists of two model answers for the New 2024 Paper 4 Cambridge IGCSE History exam. It includes one Qa. ‘Write an account…’ question and one Qb. ‘Discuss the importance/impact/significance of…’ question. Both questions are centred on 1920s USA, as part of the CIE USA depth study. All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification. These Paper 4 model answers can be effectively incorporated into assessment feedback lessons as ready-made reflection or improvement tasks. Additionally, they can be used alongside the New Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass to practice exam technique, or as revision benchmarks for students to revise prior to assessments and the summer exam, to remind themselves of the key features and qualities required to secure those top marks! Please note that if you have already purchased the New Paper 4 Model Answers Bundle you will already have the contents of this resource and more so please do not duplicate your spending! For a more in-depth examination and active implementation of the Paper 4 exam technique including; scaffolded planning support, writing tips (FAQs on content, timings, length of answers), assessment questions, pre-made marking codes for both and b questions, reflection tasks and target setting, 'uplevelling your work’ feedback activities AND model answers please take a look at my New Paper 4 Assessment Lessons for getting students exam ready, building confidence and accelerating progress. NEW RESOURCE FOR 2025 EXAMINATION: 1920s USA IGCSE Revision Guide and Activity Book with Model Answers 1930s Depression and Recovery Guide with model answers coming soon! I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!)
THE BIG 2024 IGCSE HISTORY NEW PAPER  4 BUNDLE (CIE 0470)
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THE BIG 2024 IGCSE HISTORY NEW PAPER 4 BUNDLE (CIE 0470)

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Packed full of exam technique, model answers, retrieval practice, revision and consolidation activities, full student-friendly breakdowns of the mark scheme and step by step guidance and clarification on every aspect of the new Paper 4 exam, this bundle contains everything you need to get your students prepared and confident for the 2024 Paper 4 examination. All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification. Specific content: 1 x Cambridge (0470) IGCSE History Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (23 slide PowerPoint lesson with facilitated essay planning and writing task for Qb, a model answer and homework tasks) 1 x Paper 4 Assessment Lesson - Planning, Writing and Feedback tasks for Qa and Qb (2 x PowerPoint Lessons for practising and perfecting Qa and Qb, with 6 accompanying tasks including; scaffolded planning templates, reflection and feedback worksheets and improving written communication activities.) 1 x New Paper 4 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE - 3 x Qa responses and 3 x Qb responses 1 x New Paper 4 Full Course Review - Revision and Retrieval Practice for the whole USA Depth Study Course (22 slides of revision activities, games and practice exam Qs) The number of activities and resources in this bundle means I am unable to break down each individual one into a description of individual slides, worksheets and activities included as I normally would. However, linked below are each of the resources as they are sold individually, with full descriptions and detailed breakdowns of the contents. IGCSE NEW Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass CIE IGCSE New Paper 4 Assessment Lesson New Paper 4 Model Answers Bundle New Paper 4 Full Course Review - Revision and Retrieval Practice - USA Please note the content specific elements of these resources are focused on the USA Depth Study although the principles of exam technique and the New Paper 4 are applicable to all doing the 20204 CIE (0470) examination. All resources are fully adaptable and customisable to suit individual teacher’s needs. I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!) As a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials, I would be so grateful for a review if you found these resources helpful!
THE BIG IGCSE HISTORY NEW PAPER 4 BUNDLE 2024 (CIE, 0470)
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THE BIG IGCSE HISTORY NEW PAPER 4 BUNDLE 2024 (CIE, 0470)

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Packed full of exam technique, model answers, retrieval practice, revision and consolidation activities, full student-friendly breakdowns of the mark scheme and step by step guidance and clarification on every aspect of the new Paper 4 exam, this bundle contains everything you need to get your students prepared and confident for the 2024 Paper 4 examination. All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification. Specific content: 1 x Cambridge (0470) IGCSE History Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (23 slide PowerPoint lesson with facilitated essay planning and writing task for Qb, a model answer and homework tasks) 1 x Paper 4 Assessment Lesson - Planning, Writing and Feedback tasks for Qa and Qb (2 x PowerPoint Lessons for practising and perfecting Qa and Qb, with 6 accompanying tasks including; scaffolded planning templates, reflection and feedback worksheets and improving written communication activities.) 1 x New Paper 4 MODEL ANSWERS BUNDLE - 3 x Qa responses and 3 x Qb responses 1 x New Paper 4 Full Course Review - Revision and Retrieval Practice for the whole USA Depth Study Course (22 slides of revision activities, games and practice exam Qs) The number of activities and resources in this bundle means I am unable to break down each individual one into a description of individual slides, worksheets and activities included as I normally would. However, linked below are each of the resources as they are sold individually, with full descriptions and detailed breakdowns of the contents. IGCSE NEW Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass CIE IGCSE New Paper 4 Assessment Lesson Please note the content specific elements of these resources are focused on the USA Depth Study although the principles of exam technique and the New Paper 4 are applicable to all doing the 20204 CIE (0470) examination. All resources are fully adaptable and customisable to suit individual teacher’s needs. I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!). As a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials,** I would be so grateful for a review if you found these resources helpful**!
MODEL ANSWER BUNDLE - New Paper 4 History Cambridge IGCSE (2024) (CIE 0470)
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MODEL ANSWER BUNDLE - New Paper 4 History Cambridge IGCSE (2024) (CIE 0470)

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This bundle of New Paper 4 Model Answers contains 3 Qa ‘Write an account’ responses, along with 3 Qb essay style answers. These model answers can be used as writing benchmarks, structure guidance or feedback resources post-assessment. By using the principles and structures outlined in these model answers, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40! These model answers are based on the content from the US depth study but the structure and format is applicable to anyone doing Paper 4 of the Cambridge History IGCSE for the 2024 exam onwards. All resources are customisable and adaptable as Microsoft Word Documents. For pre-made assessment lessons complete with a full range of planning guidance, writing support and feedback activities to maximise student progress on the Paper 4 exam, please take a look at my New Paper 4 History IGCSE Assessment Lessons (2024). Additionally, my Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass is the most comprehensive resource designed to walk students through every inch of the new Paper 4 mark scheme and examination demands, packed full of student friendly advice, top tips and scaffolded activities to secure those top grades. Also availab All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification. Specific content: Model Answer 1 - Write an account of the developments leading to Roosevelt’s 1932 election victory. (15 marks) Model Answer 2 - Write an account of the growth of popular entertainment in the 1920s. (15 marks) Model Answer 3 - Write an account of the impact of the Great Depression. (15 marks) Model Answer 4 - Discuss the impact of Prohibition. (25 marks) Model Answer 5 - Discuss the importance of changes in the lives of women in the 1920s (25 marks) Model Answer 6 - Discuss the importance of the New Deal (25 marks) I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce (with more coming soon!). Additional resources: 1920s USA Depth Study Revision Guide
New Paper 4 History IGCSE Assessment Lessons (2024) -  planning , writing  & feedback resources
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New Paper 4 History IGCSE Assessment Lessons (2024) - planning , writing & feedback resources

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These fully adaptable lessons and resources include start to finish scaffolded support and instruction for the new Paper 4 Cambridge IGCSE History Exam (2024). By using the methods, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40! Included in this bundle are scaffolded planning support, writing tips (content, timings, length of answers), pre-made marking codes , feedback activities and model answers designed to maximise student progress while reducing teacher workload. The questions used as examples are based on the USA depth study, though the principles of the exam technique, skills and guidance on planning, writing and feedback are applicable to anyone doing the Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 4. All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification. Specific content: Perfecting the Paper 4 ‘account’ question (Qa): Slide 1 - Title slide Slide 2 -Let’s plan together (content and sequencing activity) Slide 3 - Time to write - FAQs Slide 4 - Feedback on Qa (feedback and reflection worksheet) Slide 5 - Decoding the marking codes Slide 6 - What Went Well Slide 7 - Even Better If Slide 8 - Personal feedback and target setting using a model answer. Perfecting the Paper 4 essay (Qb): Slide 1 - Title slide Slide 2 -Let’s plan together (with essay planning template) Slide 3 - Writing for an A* with PEEL paragraphs Slide 4 - Conclusions and judgements Slide 5 - Time to write - FAQs Slide 6 - Feedback on Qb (with feedback and reflection worksheet) Slide 7 - Decoding the marking codes Slide 8 - What Went Well Slide 9 - Even Better If Slide 10 - Personal feedback codes Slide 11 - Uplevelling our academic writing (compare and contrast exemplar answers) Slide 12 - A quick note on conclusions… What’s included in this Paper 4 assessment bundle? 1 x PowerPoint on Perfecting Qa 1 x PowerPoint on Perfecting Qb 1 x Qb Essay planning and structure template 1 x Qb Improving our academic writing activity sheet 1 x Qa Feedback and Reflection Worksheet 1 x Qb Feedback and Reflection Worksheet 1 x Model answer for Qa 1 x Model answer fo Qb I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your money, please feel free to download my FREE EDEXCEL PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce. Complementary resources: Paper 4 Masterclass USA and Germany
Edexcel History IGCSE  Paper 1 Exam technique Masterclass
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Edexcel History IGCSE Paper 1 Exam technique Masterclass

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A full exam technique masterclass for the Edexcel History IGCSE Paper 1. This lesson includes a 10 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of every question on this paper. This masterclass also provides specific instructions, writing frameworks and guidance on how to craft top quality answers for each Paper 1 question, to help your students gain the highest marks possible in their final exam. It also includes example questions to enable students to become familiar with the format of each and an essay writing masterclass which breaks down the key principles of writing a top notch essay in a straightfoward and accessible way! Specific content: Slide 1 - Introduction slide Slide 2 - Paper 1 Content and Assessment overview Slide 3 - Structure advice and writing template for how to score 6/6 on Qa. Also includes language, tonal and content word mats for upleveling student’s academic language. Slide 4 - Top tips for an 8 mark question (Qb) - structural guidance and example questions. Slide 5 - Top tips for a 16 mark question (Qc) - instructions and framework Slide 6 - Paper1, Qc Essay Writing Masterclass Slide 7 - Introductions Slide 8 - Main body and conclusion Slide 9 - Modelled and colour coded examplar PEEL paragraph Slide 10 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do! Who is this lesson for? This lesson can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in Paper 1 to year 10 and 11. A handy lesson which can be reused again and again to embed those core skills for Paper 1 success! Fully adaptable as a PowerPoint presentation for those who want to tweak the example questions to fit their chosen Paper 1 topics. I understand that quality is of the greatest importance when imparting important History content and skills to your students, particularly if you’re paying for it! If you’d like to see an example of my work before you part with your hard earned money, please feel free to download my FREE EDEXCEL IGCSE HISTORY PAPER 2 MASTERCLASS to give you an indication of the top quality resources we produce. Complementary resources: MODEL ANSWERS AND TASKS BUNDLE- Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 1 FULL COURSE OVERVIEW - USA 1918-41 - Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 2 I am a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials. If you found this resource helpful I’d be so grateful for a review to help others find my work!
Edexcel History IGCSE - USA FULL COURSE RETRIEVAL PRACTICE and CONTENT REVISION (Paper 2, Section A)
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Edexcel History IGCSE - USA FULL COURSE RETRIEVAL PRACTICE and CONTENT REVISION (Paper 2, Section A)

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A full course review of the Edexcel IGCSE Paper 2 Historical Investigation A3: The USA, 1918-41, focusing on retrieval practice to maximise students revision of the America content. This resource includes a 16 slide PowerPoint presentation which comprises a series of challenge grids (as seen in the preview) for retrieval practice of every element of the USA Historical Investigation. These can be used at the end of individual lessons as fun consolidation plenaries, turned into competitive games within revision lessons at the end of the course, or given to students to take home and self assess as homework assignments / whilst on study leave to support them in their revision of content in an active and memorable way. **Specific content: ** Slide 1 - Introduction and title Slide 2 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy Slide 3 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy Slide 4 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy Slide 5 - Challenge grid - 1920s Society Slide 6 - Challenge grid - 1920s Society Slide 7 - Challenge grid - 1920s Women Slide 8 - Challenge grid - 1920s Immigration Slide 9 - Challenge grid - 1920s Racism Slide 10 -Challenge grid - 1920s Prohibition Slide 11 - Challenge grid - Causes of thee Wall Street Crash Slide 12 - Challenge grid- Impact of the Wall Street Crash Slide 13 - Challenge grid - Hoover Vs Roosevelt Slide 14 - Challenge grid - FDR’s First Hundred Days and the First New Deal Slide 15 - Challenge grid - The Second New Deal Slide 16 - Challenge grid - The impact of the New Deal This lesson is best complemented by the** FREE** Edexcel PAPER 2 Exam Technique Masterclass which supports students in honing their Paper 2 exam skills, to maximise their progress and academic success for the 2024 exam. I am a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials. If you found this resource, or the Paper 2 Masterclass, helpful I’d be so grateful for a review to help others find my work! TIA
New Paper 4 History IGCSE (2024, CIE) - FULL COURSE REVIEW - Retrieval practice and exam skills
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New Paper 4 History IGCSE (2024, CIE) - FULL COURSE REVIEW - Retrieval practice and exam skills

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A full course review of the new Cambridge IGCSE Paper 4 Depth Study, focusing on retrieval practice for content as well as Paper 1 and Paper 4 skills, using practice exam questions based upon the new specification (2024) *This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification (CIE). * This resource includes a 22 slide PowerPoint presentation which comprises a series of challenge grids (as seen in the preview) for retrieval practice of every element of the USA Depth Study. These can be used at the end of individual lessons as fun consolidation plenaries, turned into competitive games within revision lessons at the end of the course, or given to students to take home and self assess as homework assignments / whilst on study leave to support them in their revision of content in an active and memorable way. At the end of each subtopic there are sample questions from Paper 1 and Paper 4 for students to practice applying their knowledge to. Following this is a peer assessment and feedback task to enable students to practice applying the mark scheme whilst also gaining feedback from their classmates. **Specific content: ** Slide 1 - Introduction and title Slide 2 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy Slide 3 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy Slide 4 - Challenge grid - 1920s Economy Slide 5 - Challenge grid - 1920s Society Slide 6 - Challenge grid - 1920s Society Slide 7 - Challenge grid - 1920s Women Slide 8 - Challenge grid - 1920s Immigration Slide 9 - Challenge grid - 1920s Racism Slide 10 -Challenge grid - 1920s Prohibition Slide 11 - Depth Study Paper 1 Questions - The 1920s (Students to pick one a, b and c to practice from a choice of 9) Slide 12 - Depth Study Paper 4 Questions - The 1920s (Students to pick one a and b from a choice of 7) Slide 13 - Peer assessment and feedback task Slide 14 - Challenge grid - Causes of thee Wall Street Crash Slide 15 - Challenge grid- Impact of the Wall Street Crash Slide 16 - Challenge grid - Hoover Vs Roosevelt Slide 17 - Challenge grid - FDR’s First Hundred Days and the First New Deal Slide 18 - Challenge grid - The Second New Deal Slide 19 - Challenge grid - The impact of the New Deal Slide 20 - Depth Study Paper 1 Questions - The 1930s-40s (Students to pick one a, b and c to practice from a choice of 9) Slide 21 - Depth Study Paper 4 Questions - The 1920s (Students to pick one a and b from a choice of 7) Slide 22 - Peer assessment and feedback task Associated resources: New Paper 4 Masterclass 2024 NEW 1920s USA Paper 4 Revision Guide and Activity Book
Living Conditions in the Industrial Revolution
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Living Conditions in the Industrial Revolution

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A 13 slide double period lesson on Living Conditions in the Industrial Revolution, packed with; source analyses, extended writing tasks, modelled answers, data analysis, star challenge activities, games and optional homework/extension tasks. Suitable for KS3-4 students and fully adaptable to be scaled up or down to the needs of your class. This resource examines the impact of population growth on living conditions in the cities, including overcrowding, lack of housing, poor hygiene and the spread of disease. This is an excellent lesson to use to provide an overview of living standards in Victorian Britain, either to introduce the social history of the Industrial Revolution to students or to consolidate their understanding of the topic. Through the activities, GCSE skills such as writing in PEEL paragraphs, evaluating evidence and analysing data will be nurtured and consolidated, providing an excellent foundation for future academic success. Specific content: Slide 1 - Introduction and title Slide 2 - Starter - Source analysis questions with star challenge activity Slide 3 - ‘Our Big Learning Question’ and breakdown of learning objectives Slide 4 - Main Task 1 - Running pictionary source analysis with star challenge Slide 5 - Reveal of Source Slide 6 - Examination of the source and facilitated whole class feedback questions Slide 7 - How did rapid population growth in the cities impact the standard of living - bar chart task. Slide 8 - Data analysis - what does the data tell us about population growth? Slide 9 - Video clip on living conditions and mind map task Slide 10 - ‘Pulling it all together’ writing task - modelled PEEL paragraph Slide 11 - Writing like a Historian task- writing frame provided for the question ‘What were the consequences of rapid population growth for people living in the cities in the Industrial Revolution?’ Slide 12 - Homework / Extension task - Creative writing menu Slide 13 - Plenary - Challenge grid competitive points scoring game Duration This lesson consists of a minimum of 2-2.5 hours of content. Each activity has been carefully designed using tried and tested methods to guarantee maximum engagement and understanding in order to facilitate maximum progress. I am a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials. If you enjoyed this resource or found it helpful, I would be so grateful for a review to help others find my work! TIA
MODEL ANSWERS AND TASKS  BUNDLE - Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
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MODEL ANSWERS AND TASKS BUNDLE - Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass

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A full exam technique lesson for the Edexcel History IGCSE Paper 1. This lesson includes a 15 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of every question on this paper. This masterclass also provides specific instructions, examples, activities, writing frameworks and guidance on how to craft top quality answers for each Paper 1 question, to help your students gain the highest marks possible in their final exam. Specific content: Slide 1 - Introduction slide Slide 2 - Paper 1 Content and Assessment overview Slide 3 - Structure advice and writing template for how to score 6/6 on Qa. Also includes language, tonal and content word mats for upleveling students academic language. Slide 4 -Students as examiners Qa task - students to grade 2 very different exam answers based on a typical Qa source using the mark scheme. Slide 5 - Students to use the advice and structure template provided on the slides to have a go at writing their own response to a Qa source question. A star challenge activity is provided to stretch and challenge the most able. Slide 6 - Top tips for an 8 mark question (Qb) - structural guidance and example questions Slide 7 - Students as examiners Qb task - students to grade 2 different Qb exam answers and use the mark scheme to mark the answers, providing clear reasons as to why they have given the mark they have. They should then have a go at writing up their own response to a different question b, before moving onto the two star challenge activities provided. Slide 8 - Top tips for a 16 mark question (Qc) - instructions and framework Slide 9 - Paper1, Qc Essay Writing Masterclass Slide 10 - Introductions Slide 11 - Main body and conclusion Slide 12 - Modelled and colour coded examplar PEEL paragraph Slide 13 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do! Slide 14 - Students as examiners Qc - Students are to carefully read the model answer provided and colour code it for the different elements of PEEL (using the example in Slide 12 as a guide). They should then use the essay structure template to plan and write their own 16 mark essay, before peer or self assessing using the mark scheme. Slide 15 - Congratulations on completing the masterclass and final tips and advice. **Resources included ** 1x Masterclass presentation - Microsoft PowerPoint 1 x Qa Masterclass activities ( 3 mains and 1 Star Challenge) - Microsoft Word 1 x Qb Masterclass activities ( 3 mains and 2 Star Challenges) - Microsoft Word 1 x Qc Model essay (standard IGCSE ability) 1 x Qc Model essay (a more academic, detailed and ambitious variation on the above essay to inspire the most able historians - possibly closer to an AS level essay than IGCSE but a nice way to stretch and challenge the most able) 1 x Qc Structure template 1 x Edexcel Mark Scheme Duration This bundle consists of a minimum of 4-5 hours of content (including feedback). Each activity has been carefully designed to guarantee maximum engagement for maximum progress
Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique masterclass (4HI1)
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Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique masterclass (4HI1)

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A full exam technique lesson for the Edexcel History IGCSE Paper 2. This lesson includes a 19 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of every question in both Section A and Section B of this paper. This masterclass also provides specific instructions, examples, writing frameworks and guidance on how to craft top quality answers for each Paper 2 question, to help your students gain the highest marks possible in their final exam. Specific content: Slide 1 - Introduction slide Slide 2 - Paper 2 Content and Assessment overview Slide 3 - A summary of Paper 2, Section A Slide 4 - Top tips for a 6 mark Q (Qa) - instructions and framework Slide 5 - Top tips for a 6 mark Q (Qa) - example questions Slide 6 - Top tips for an 8 mark Q (Qb) - instructions and framework Slide 7 - Top tips for an 8 mark Q (Qb) - example questions Slide 8 - QB structure template Slide 9 - Top tips for a 16 mark Q (Qc) - instructions and framework Slide 10 - Top tips for a 16 mark Q (Qc) - example questions Slide 11 - Paper 2, Qc Essay Writing Masterclass Slide 12 - Introductions Slide 13 - Main body and conclusion Slide 14 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do! Slide 15 - A summary of Paper 2, Section B Slide 16 - Top tips for a 6 mark Q (Qa) Slide 17 - Top tips for an 8 mark Q (Qb) Slide 18 - Top tips for a 16 mark Q (Qc) - breakdown of demands and example questions Slide 19 - Top tips for a 16 mark Q (Qc) - format and structure Who is this lesson for? This lesson can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in Paper 2 to Year 10 and 11. The example questions are focused on America for Section A and China for Section B, though the principles of the Paper 2 exam technique will be useful to any school doing the Edexcel History IGCSE. A handy lesson which can be reused again and again to embed those core skills for Paper 2 success! Fully adaptable as a Powerpoint presentation for those who want to tweak and adapt to the needs of their class! Duration of lesson Between 1-2 hrs for students who are new to or still developing their Paper 2 technique. You may wish to get students to apply the tips and structure guidance in the masterclass to some practice exam questions, in which case it will naturally take longer. This is a lesson you can revisit again and again for revision of Paper 2 If you are teaching the Edexcel IGCSE History course, you may also like to check out my IGCSE HISTORY PAPER 1 INTERACTIVE REVISION WORKSHOP AND MASTERCLASS which is packed full of 4-5 hours worth revision and exam technique activities including; model answers, content revision, exam practice, scaffolded planning, writing guidance and Paper 1 top tips.
IGCSE History NEW PAPER 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024) Cambridge (0470)
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IGCSE History NEW PAPER 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024) Cambridge (0470)

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A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 4 exam. By using the methods outlined in this masterclass, our 2024 cohort of 90 students averaged an A grade on this paper, with one student gaining 40/40! This lesson has been produced following the completion of the new Paper 4 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification (CIE). This resource includes a fully adaptable 22 slide powerpoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 4 and offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for both questions. As a BONUS this lesson also includes an Essay Writing Masterclass which breaks down the components of an excellent essay into easy to follow steps - ideal for those students who struggle with academic writing and for those who’ve grasped the basics but want to up-level the quality of their answers. As a SECOND BONUS this resource includes a model answer which will provide your students with a clear example of what an excellent Paper 4 essay response should look like. Specific content: Slide 1 - Introduction slide Slide 2 - Paper 4 Content and Assessment overview Slide 3 - ‘What is the examiner looking for in Qa?’ and example Qs? Slide 4 - What should a good ‘write an account’ question look like? Slide 5 - What is the examiner looking for in Qb? Slide 6-7 - ‘What should a good 25 mark essay contain / look like?’ and example Qs Slide 8-9 - What is a facet?! Slide 10 - Let’s plan one together… Slide 11 - Writing for an A* with PEEL paragraphs Slide 12 - How do you write a final judgement / strong conclusion for a Qb essay? Slide 13 - An introduction to the Essay Writing Masterclass Slide 14 - Introductions Slide 15 - Main body Slide 16-20 - Model paragraphs for the essay ‘Discuss the impact of prohibition’ (25) Slide 21 - Essay pitfalls - what not to do! Slide 22 - Homework - Test your new Paper 4 skills with confidence! Who is this lesson for? This lesson and the associated resources can be used to introduce, embed or revise the key skills required to excel in Paper 4. The model answer and example questions are focused on the America depth study, though the principles of exam technique will be useful to any school doing the CIE History IGCSE. Other Resources: New Paper 4 Depth Study Full Course Review (USA) 1920s USA Revision Guide for the Paper 4 IGCSE Depth Study Germany Paper 4 Masterclass