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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.
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.
Gender Dysphoria - AQA Psychology A'Level 7182/3
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Gender Dysphoria - AQA Psychology A'Level 7182/3

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This is a complete lesson covering Gender Dysphoria (Gender Identity Disorder). Resources include a complete lesson PowerPoint, activities such as case studies, evaluation sorting activity leading to essay practice, video documentary and assessment marking activity. I have used this at A'level, however, it could easily be adapted and used for PSHE. AQA Psychology A'Level 7182/3
Flipped Learning: Staff Presentation/Training
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Flipped Learning: Staff Presentation/Training

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I was asked to put together a presentation for staff to explain what Flipped Learning is, the importance of it and give some examples of how to use it. The PowerPoint does just that! This was followed up with further training sessions relating to Stretch and Challenge, which I am a Lead Practitioner for and use Flipped Learning as a strategy to develop this. Please feel free to contact me if you would like further explanation of any activities or further examples. The final data collection sheet I give as an example - is one that has been used in a training session I have attended. It has no copyright and I do not know who to credit it to.
AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - The Presentation
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AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - The Presentation

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This PowerPoint is aimed at students and can form part of the taught delivery. It goes through the final Presentation - how to design and develop it, the issues to consider and how to improve it. It's accompanied with a check sheet and guide. I used this towards the end of the process as students had almost completed their Production Log and their report. There are 2 examples both with some good and bad aspects - these are helpful for the students to discuss. AQA A'Level EPQ 7993
6th Form Tutor Activities
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6th Form Tutor Activities

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Big Bundle of Yr 12 and Yr 13 Tutor Resources - Yr 12 Includes: 1. An Introductory Session 2. CV writing 3. Revision and Exam Stress Yr 13 Includes: 1. Post 18 Options 2. Choosing University as a path 3. Apprenticeships 4. Budgeting (focus on student budgeting) 5. Safe Dating (focus on as a student) 6. Election and voting CV writing, Exam Stress and Revision could also be used in Yr 13
GCE AQA A Level Psychology Gender (7182)
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GCE AQA A Level Psychology Gender (7182)

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The Bundle comprises of: 1. An introduction to the course through the Sex and Gender folder 2. Biological Approach - Gender and Hormones 3. Atypical Sex Chromosomes 4. Psychodynamic Approach 5. Gender Dysphoria I haven't upload Social Learning theory, Cognitive approach, social/cultural factors as my work is not all my own with these. I can share these though. There are a good range of activities and exam practices included.
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
AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - Effective Reading 'Your Inner Critic!'
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AQA 7993 EPQ Taught Skills for Students - Effective Reading 'Your Inner Critic!'

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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
AQA 7993 EPQ Information for Students - Launch to Students
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AQA 7993 EPQ Information for Students - Launch to Students

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This PowerPoint is aimed at students and aims to launch the EPQ process to students. It goes through the process from start to finish, concentrating more fully on the early stages such as choosing topic areas, how the course is structured it. The word document follows the launch and is for students to brainstorm on and work on, before the next lesson, when we share ideas and discuss whether some may be more or less viable. AQA A'Level EPQ 7993
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
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
GCE AQA A/AS Level Sociology Methods (7191/7192)
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GCE AQA A/AS Level Sociology Methods (7191/7192)

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This bundle comprises of a series of lessons designed to fit the new 2015 AQA Spec for Sociology Methods. 1. PET - Influences of topic and Methology 2. Sampling 3. Experiments 4. Observations 5. Surveys: Interviews & Questionnaires 6. Secondary Sources 7. Practical Application Activity 8. Final word on concepts There are a range of activities, exam question practice (10 markers and essays), applied activities, stretch and challenge ideas.
Practical Application:  From Design Brief to Proposed Sociological Methodology!
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Practical Application: From Design Brief to Proposed Sociological Methodology!

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I created this lesson for an observation. It was a 2 hour lesson but you could split it over 2 lessons or reduce it down to 1 1/2 hours. There is a practical starter - reminding of terms and the process of choosing a methodology from start to finish. The main activity comprises of 5 separate applied scenarios. Students are given one of these Briefs and then need to decided what questions they need to ask to proceed further to make decisions about this proposed study. They are then given further information - giving info about personal characteristics, funds, funding bodies etc. There is an activity to run along side this and lesson plan to explain how the lesson runs.
Yr 13 Tutor Session - Apprenticeships
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Yr 13 Tutor Session - Apprenticeships

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Designed for Yr 13 as part of Post 18 pathways. An introduction to Apprenticeships and leads to plenty of discussion. I have other Yr 12 and 13 tutor material 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.
Yr 12 Tutor Session - CV Writing
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Yr 12 Tutor Session - CV Writing

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This is aimed at Year 12s in the summer term., but could equally be used with Yr 13s. There are two powerpoints. One briefly introducing CVs and the information which will be needed. This could be sent to students or given the week before in preparation. I have other Yr 12 and 13 Tutor work uploaded.
Yr 12 Tutor Session - Stress (Exams)
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Yr 12 Tutor Session - Stress (Exams)

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Designed really for Yr 12s who might be feeling stressed by Yr 12 Mock exams/AS exams, but can also be used for Yr 13s. I have other Yr 12 and 13 Tutor materials uploaded also.