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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.
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 4 exam. 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 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 a and b.
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. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS in the form of 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 16-21 - 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! You’ve got this!
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, though the principles of exam technique will be useful to any school doing the CIE History IGCSE. A handy lesson which can be reused again and again to embed those core skills for Paper 4 success! Fully adaptable as a PowerPoint presentation for those who want to tweak the answers for a Russia or Germany focus.
Looking for the CIE Paper 4 Masterclassfor the America 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 to go through the lesson in a comprehensive manner, with time for questions and discussion.
Keep your eyes peeled for Paper 1 and Paper 2 exam technique masterclasses coming soon!
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 4 exam. 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 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 a and b.
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. In addition to this, we’ve included a SECOND BONUS in the form of 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! You’ve got this!
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 America depth study, though the principles of exam technique will be useful to any school doing the CIE History IGCSE. A handy lesson which can be reused again and again to embed those core skills for Paper 4 success! Fully adaptable as a PowerPoint presentation.
Not doing the USA Depth Study? Find the Germany Paper 4 Masterclass here
How long will it take me to deliver this lesson?
Between 1-2 hours to go through the lesson in a comprehensive manner, with time for questions and discussion.
Other Resources:
Why not pair this Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass with retrieval practice and effective content revision using my New Paper 4 Depth Study Full Course Review (USA)
Keep your eyes peeled for Paper 1 and Paper 2 exam technique masterclasses coming soon!
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 2 exam.
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 15 slide PowerPoint presentation which breaks down the demands of the 2024 IGCSE History Paper 2. With over 20 question formats deconstructed, scaffolded and categorised into ‘question types’, this masterclass offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for every Paper 2 style question.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes ‘Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis’ keyword mats and classroom posters to help students develop the quality of their academic language and written communication. These resources have yielded exceptional results, particularly with supporting EAL students to develop their vocabulary and confidence using formal, academic language, as well as serving as a model of good practice to remind more proficient students to remain as ambitious with their written expression as they are with their historical skills.
Specific content:
Slide 1 - Introduction slide
Slide 2 - Paper 2 Content and Assessment overview
Slide 3 - Paper 2 General guidance and exam advice
Slide 4 - What am I looking for when I’m evaluating content?
Slide 5 - What am I looking for when I’m evaluating provenance?
Slide 6 - Language matters - Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis
Slide 7 - Categorising the Paper 2 questions and timings advice.
Slide 8 - ‘What is the main message of Source A?’ - What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 9 - ‘What is the purpose of Source B?’ (and other variations of this question). What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 10 - ‘Are you surprised by Source C?’ (and other variations of this question). What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 11 - ‘How useful is Source D to a historian studying ?’ What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 12 - ‘How similar are Sources E and F?’ (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 13 - ‘How far do these 2 sources agree?’ (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 14 - ‘Does Source G prove Source H wrong? (and other variations of this Q). What the examiner is looking for in this Q and how to structure it.
Slide 15 - Perfecting the guaranteed essay question.
Other resources:
Pair this Paper 2 masterclass with the Paper 1 & Paper 4 masterclasses to provide a comprehensive foundation of exam technique knowledge across all 3 CIE papers. Stay tuned for the Paper 2 model answers and student workbook coming soon! Great for revision and study leave support.
A full exam technique masterclass for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 1 exam
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 presentation 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
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 - Model paragraphs for the essay ‘Clemenceau was more satisfied with the Treaty of Versailles than Lloyd George. How far do you agree with this statement? (10 marks)
Slide 18 - Hpw 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 Paper 1 to year 10 and 11. This lesson can be reused again and again to embed those core skills for Paper 1 success!
**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!
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. 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 package designed to walk students through every inch of the new Paper 4 mark scheme and demands, packed full of student friendly advice, top tips and scaffolded activities to secure those top grades.
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!).
I am a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials. If you found this resource helpful, I would be so grateful for a review to help others find my work!
A simple, straightforward exam technique lesson 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 some of the top principles of writing a top notch essay without being too overwhelming!
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.
Please feel free to check out my associated Edexcel IGCSE History resources listed below:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-igcse-history-paper-2-exam-technique-masterclass-4hi1-12969152
INTERACTIVE Edexcel IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
Edexcel History Paper 2 FULL COURSE OVERVIEW - USA 1918-41
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! TIA
This resource consists of 65 PAPER 1 (A, B, C) STYLE QUESTIONS for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 1 core content for the 2024 June examination.
The 65 questions are divided equally between the content of Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6. Chapter 5 is naturally omitted as this content will be used for Paper 2 this year, and as such students will not be tested on this during 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 for the 2024 specification.
This question bank is an excellent resource to use throughout the year for either Year 10 as you introduce those key Paper 1 exam skills or for Year 11 to revisit and revise both content and exam technique in advance of their summer exams!
Some ways in which I have used them include:
Using Question As as a snappy starter to get students to recap key content quickly.
Using Question Bs as a consolidation task/ plenary after examining or revising the key content. These are especially great for reminding students how to explain effectively in the run up to an assessment/ mock/ exam.
Using Question Cs for longer practice at extended analytical writing - either as a main task, a weekly homework or revision task for Year 11. If you’re short on time, they’re also great for drafting essay plans to get students used to carving out those 3-4 minutes in the real exam to organise their themes and main line of argument.
Selecting a batch of 3 for a ready made assessment without the hassle of trawling through past exam papers! There’s enough here to see you through the two year course and more!
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 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!
Fancy some model answers to go with your question bank? I’ve compiled model answers for ABC question sets for KQ1, KQ2 and KQ3! (If you want a bargain, they’re even cheaper if you buy the bundle!) They make a great assessment resource by speeding up marking and double as ready made feedback lessons, saving you hours of planning!
This resource consists of 3 sets of Paper 1 style (A, B, C) model answers for the Cambridge History IGCSE Paper 1 2024 June examination.
This bundle contains:
1x A, B, C model answer for Chapter 1 - How fair was the Treaty of Versailles?
1x A, B, C model answer for Chapter 2 - How successful was the League of Nations?
1x A, B, C model answer for Chapter 3 - Why did the world go to 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 lessons, 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!
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 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 another model Qc answer, as well as more practice questions with mark schemes!
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!)
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
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
These lessons include start to finish scaffolded support and instruction for the new Paper 4 Cambridge IGCSE History Exam (2024) 15 and 25 mark questions. Included in this bundle are scaffolded planning support, writing tips (FAQs on content, timings, length of answers), pre-made marking codes for both questions, 'uplevelling your work’ 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 resources are fully adaptable as Microsoft PowerPoint or Word documents.
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, 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!).
I am a new TES author doing my best to provide the highest quality History teaching materials. If you found this resource helpful, I would be so grateful for a review to help others find my work!
Packed full of exam technique, model answers, retrieval practice, revision and consolidation activities, full student-friendly breakdowns of the mark schemes and step by step guidance and clarification on every aspect of the newly modified Paper 1 specification, this bundle contains everything you need to get your students prepared and confident for the 2024 Paper 1 examination.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification.
Specific content:
1 x Cambridge (0470) IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass (20 slide PowerPoint lesson with full breakdowns of the mark scheme for each question type, as well as golden rules, structure guidance, example content, timings advice and bonus top tips. A bonus essay writing masterclass and an EXTRA model answer is included in this resource too.)
1 x Paper 1 Question bank for easy assessment creation, revision and exam practice. All 65 question templates are colour coded and correspond to each of the 6 chapters of the core content. Great to give to students to take away on study leave to support active and meaningful revision.
3 x Paper 1 core content MODEL ANSWERS for KQ1, 2 and 3. In total you will recieve: 3 x Qa responses, 3 x Qb responses and 3x Qc responses.
1 x New Paper 1 Full Course Review - Revision and Retrieval Practice for the whole Core Content of Paper 1 (21 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.
2024 Paper 1 History IGCSE Exam Technique Masterclass (CIE, 0470)
NEW 2024 IGCSE HISTORY PAPER 1 QUESTION BANK (CIE, 0470)
New Paper 1 Model Exam Answer set - Chapter / KQ1
New Paper 1 Model Answer set - Chapter/ KQ2
New Paper 1 Model Answer set - Chapter/ KQ3
New Paper 1 Full Course Review - Revision and Retrieval Practice
All resources are fully adaptable and customisable to suit individual teacher 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!
A FULL COURSE REVIEW of the CIE IGCSE Paper 1 core content, focusing on retrieval practice of knowledge combined with exam practice of the Paper 1 style questions to maximise students attainment for the summer exam.
All materials included in this resource have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the 2024 specification.
This resource includes a 21 slide PowerPoint presentation which comprises a series of challenge grids and practice A,B,C questions for retrieval practice of every element of the core content from chapters 1-6.
These can be used as a fun starter activities to recall prior knowledge from the previous lesson or to review flipped learning /homework. They can also be used as plenaries at the end of a lesson or topic to consolidate new information or turned into competitive games within revision lessons at the end of the course! They also make for great homework assignments, mini assessed quizzes or study leave aids. However you decide to implement these retrieval practice activities they are guaranteed to aid students long term memory and recall abilities. Fully differentiated with a low stakes, low energy structure for all students to access, these are perfect for your linking and consolidating the core content of Paper 1!
**Specific content: **
Slide 1 - Introduction
Slide 2-4 - Challenge grids - Chapter 1
Slide 5-8 - Challenge grids - Chapter 2
Slide 9 -10 Challenge grids - Chapter 3
Slide 11 - Practice exam questions chapters 1-3
Slide 12 - Peer marking challenge
Slide 13-14 - Challenge grids - Chapter 4
Slide 15-17 - Challenge grids - Chapter 5
Slide 18-19 - Challenge grids - Chapter 6
Slide 21 - Peer marking challenge
Associated resources / supporting materials:
This resource is best used in conjunction with the Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass , which provides a student friendly breakdown of the markscheme, **essay writing masterclass **and a model Qc answer.
You might also like the Paper 1 Model Answers Bundle. Comprising 9 model answers, they make great assessment resources by speeding up marking and double as ready made feedback lessons, saving you hours of planning!
We also have a Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass for the new 2024 exam too! Available for America and Germany depth studies, with Russia coming soon!
This bundle contains everything you need to give your students the best possible foundation on which to build their exam skills and confidence for Paper 1, 2 AND 4.
All materials included in this bundle have been produced following the completion of the New 2024 CIE IGCSE training course delivered by Cambridge International Examinations for the new 2024 specification.
Comprising 3 individual exam technique masterclasses for each paper of the Cambridge IGCSE History examination for 2024, this bundle is the perfect accompaniment to any revision programme and is fully accessible to students learning both in the classroom or independently at home / while on study leave.
Each masterclass breaks down the demands of every question relative to that paper. Deconstructed mark schemes, scaffolded writing formulas, top tips, timing guidance, model answers, essay writing masterclasses and question banks are just some of the assets designed to consolidate student understanding of the modified 2024 exam, and accelerate progress in these last few months.
Specific content:
1 x IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024). A 20 slide PowerPoint that takes students through every aspect of the new Paper 1 exam with full breakdowns of the mark scheme for each question type, as well as golden rules, structure guidance, example content, timings advice and bonus top tips. A bonus essay writing masterclass and an EXTRA model answer is included in this resource too.
1 x IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass (2024). With over 20 question formats deconstructed, scaffolded and categorised into ‘question types’, this masterclass offers clear direction and specific instruction on how to craft top quality answers for every Paper 2 style question.
As a BONUS this lesson also includes ‘Writing like a Historian for Source Analysis’ keyword mats and classroom posters to help students develop the quality of their academic language and written communication
1 x IGCSE History Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass (23 slide PowerPoint lesson which takes students through every aspect of the brand new Paper 4 exam with a focus on the USA depth study. From decoding what exactly is meant by a facet to facilitated essay planning and writing tasks, a model answer and homework tasks this masterclass is sure to instill confidence in young historians preparing for the June exam!
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 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.
Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 1 Exam Technique Masterclass
Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass
Cambridge IGCSE History Paper 4 Exam Technique Masterclass
Want this bundle but with a Paper 4 Germany focus? - find it here.
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!
A complete set of 5 model answers for the 2024 Paper 2 topic - KQ5 (Containment). These model answers focus specifically on the Cuban Missile Crisis and contain a broad cross section of question types for this paper.
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).
Great for use as in class activities or as a whole pre-made assessment with the model answers to support feedback. Crucially, I’ve found using model answers such as these invaluable when walking students through exam technique during revision sessions, and helping to translate the demands of the mark scheme into something tangible and understandable.
Having the models to serve as clear examples of what high scoring answers should look like has resulted in higher quality assessment answers from my own classes, as well as those of my colleagues. Students too have commented on how useful it has been to have a benchmark to measure their own answers against, while doing independent revision and practising past paper questions at home.
Specific content:
Study Sources A and B.
How far do these sources agree? Explain your answer using details from the sources.
Study Source C.
Why was this cartoon published on 29th October 1962? Explain your answer using details from the source and your knowledge.
Study Sources D and E.
How far does Source D make Source E surprising? Explain your answer using details from the sources and your knowledge.
Study Source F.
What is the cartoonist’s message? Explain your answer using details from the source and your own knowledge.
Study ALL the sources.
How far do these sources provide convincing evidence that the Cuban Missile Crisis was a success for Khrushchev? Use the sources to explain your answer.
Associated resources
This resource is best used in conjunction with the New IGCSE History Paper 2 Exam Technique Masterclass for 2024. This masterclass breaks down the Paper 2 markscheme into student friendly language that’s accessible to all, and offers step by step guidance on structure, content and how to hit the highest mark on every type of question! Bonus freebies include advice on timings, top tips for analysing content and provenance, and ‘writing like a historian’ keyword mats to help students uplevel their written communication through the application of precise and specific vocabulary.
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 every week!)
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!
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.
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!)
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.
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
A clear, comprehensive and accessible revision mind map containing the core content of Chapter 1 - ‘How fair was the Treaty of Versailles?’ for the new 2024 Cambridge IGCSE (0470) History Paper 1 exam.
This resource 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 consists of a fully comprehensive, detailed yet streamlined mind map which breaks down the key details and most salient points of Chapter 1 in a single visual, colour coded knowledge organiser. Fantastic for less-able students who struggle with note making or those high flyers who struggle to condense.
These mind maps have been invaluable with my own Year 10 and 11 classes for consolidating, condensing and linking together key information. Each year my students comment on how useful they find them to revise from, particularly the day before and morning of the exam as a quick short term memory refresh!
Complementary resources
This resource is best used in conjunction with the following exam technique masterclasses and model answers to accelerate progress and consolidate understanding:
Chapter 1 model answers for the 2024 Paper 1 exam
Paper 1 model answers bundle (2024)
New Paper 1 2024 IGCSE History exam technique Masterclass
Paper 1 full course review - retrieval practice and content revision
THE BIG PAPER ONE BUNDLE 2024
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