AQA component 1C: Breadth study, England: turmoil and triumph, 1485-1603
The nature of causes, consequences, change, continuity, similarity and differences over time, the links between perspectives such as political, economic, social or religious and the role played by individuals, groups, ideas or ideology exploring Instability and consolidation: ‘the Mid-Tudor Crisis’ 1547 -1563, the triumph of Elizabeth, 1563-1603. Questions and answers, monitoring of class work, presentations, peered writing, quizzes.
AQA component 2Q: Depth study, Challenges to the American Dream 1963-1980
The deep understanding of change and continuity through the interrelationships, roles of individuals, groups and ideology, identifying links and contrasting elements with a secure knowledge and understanding of the complexity of the historical process; the Johnson Presidency, 1963 – 1968, Republican reaction: the Nixon Presidency 1968 – 1974, The USA after Nixon 1974 -1980. Questions and answers, monitoring of class work, presentations, peered writing, quizzes.
Non Examined Unit (NEA)
Final amendments to student’s independent study of approximately 100 years into the Stuart period examining the relationship between crown and Parliament; students will develop an enhanced understanding of the nature and purpose of history as a discipline and how historians work. Monitored by staff to ensure student’s final piece is up to date.