Archive for the ‘A-Level / IB History’ Category

Research Grid – Lenin’s Russia, Roleplay Unit

Sunday, January 15th, 2012

This worksheet is part of the new Scheme of Work through which the entire topic of Lenin’s Russia is taught through an extended roleplay with students taking the role of different Politburo members.

Essay Planning: The October Revolution

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

A worksheet to help students plan their essay assignment. A completed teacher version is also available.

Primary Source Analysis: Was the October Revolution a popular uprising, or a coup d’etat?

Wednesday, December 14th, 2011

A worksheet activity designed to get students thinking about the key historiographical debate.

Mussolini’s Italy: Two model essays on his domestic policies

Sunday, December 11th, 2011

Two model essays, written by RJ Tarr to help students understand how to structure an effective essay:
1. How Fascist was Fascist Italy?
2. How Successful were Mussolini’s Domestic Policies?

Factual Test: The Provisional Government and the October Revolution

Thursday, December 8th, 2011

A student test; there is also a completed teacher version available.

Mussolini’s Italy: Essential Teacher Notes on all key policy areas

Monday, December 5th, 2011

A series of notes [1][2][3] to help teachers with their planning and preparation.