Teacher with 30 years in the profession and 30 years worth of resources across a range of subjects: English, Politics, Law, Business and Extended Project. Examining experience across these areas as well.
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Teacher with 30 years in the profession and 30 years worth of resources across a range of subjects: English, Politics, Law, Business and Extended Project. Examining experience across these areas as well.
I aim to share cheap and affordable resources for the price of a good cup of coffee so that you can spend more of your time, doing the things that you want.
THIS IS A FREE RESOURCE
Lesson time: 60 minutes approx.
The recent Christmas Quiz was downloaded over 10,000 times, so with compliments of the season, here is a brand-new quiz for Easter!
End of term/Easter Quiz and Answer Grid for use with any class aged 14+ including Sixth Form/A Level. A fun activity which requires no PCâs, no programs, nothing other than pen and paper!
Each round has 10 questions, and participants can earn up to 50 points. The quiz is structured as follows:
Round 1: General knowledge with loosely-based Easter-themed questions.
Round 2: Picture round.
Round 3: General knowledge questions.
Round 4: Picture round featuring various logos.
Round 5: General knowledge questions.
The document includes all necessary materials to run the quiz, such as answer sheets and answers provided after each question. Participants can play individually or in teams, and the quiz is designed to be simple and fun.
Please check out my other resources for students aged 14 - 19 as well!
Teacher of 30 yearsâ standing, specialising in English, Politics, Law and Business as well as some PSHE resources as well.
THIS IS A FREE RESOURCE
Lesson time: 60 minutes approx.
Christmas Quiz and Answer Grid for use with any class aged 14+ including Sixth Form/A Level. A fun activity which requires no PCâs, no programs, nothing other than pen and paper!
Each round has 10 questions, and participants can earn up to 50 points. The quiz is structured as follows:
Round 1: General knowledge with Christmas-themed questions.
Round 2: Picture round where participants identify prominent people from 2024.
Round 3: General knowledge questions.
Round 4: Picture round featuring cartoon characters.
Round 5: General knowledge questions.
The document includes all necessary materials to run the quiz, such as answer sheets and answers provided after each question. Participants can play individually or in teams, and the quiz is designed to be simple and fun.
Please check out my other resources for students aged 14 - 19 as well!
This is a FREE resource!
This Handout is entitled âUK General Election Results since 1945â and provides a comprehensive overview of the election outcomes in the United Kingdom from 1945 onwards.
It includes detailed data for each election year, such as the percentage of votes and the number of seats won by the major political parties (Conservative, Labour, and Liberals, etc.), as well as other parties.
Additionally, it mentions the total number of seats, voter turnout percentages, and the subsequent Prime Ministers and Leaders of the Opposition following each election e.g. in the 1945 election, the Labour Party won 48.3% of the vote and secured 393 seats, while the Conservative Party received 39.8% of the vote and won 213 seats. The document continues in this manner, providing similar data for each subsequent election year up to the most recent one included.
It then has 30 true/false questions which can be used with your classes. Answers are provided so teachers can use the resource straight after downloading.
An invaluable aid to anyone teaching Politics or Citizenship or for anyone who simply wants an exercise to use for data-analysis etc.
A FREE resource for Politics/Citizenship teachers and students.
The chart shows the results of the General Elections held in the UK since 1945 and includes the updated 2024 figures.
An invaluable guide for any students of Politics, Citizenship, history or anybody interested in general election results since 1945.
The wallchart was created as a simple Word document and prints over 4 sheets of landscaped A4.
Enjoy!
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This is a short, 5-slide PowerPoint by way of an Introduction to the EPQ course.
The EPQ is a qualification that represents an extension to A-Level studies. It is valued by Universities and is an excellent way of extending studentsâ skills and enhancing their UCAS applications.
This is the 1st of 8 PowerPoint presentations which represent the COMPLETE COURSE which students complete in order to enhance their skills and make them âmatch fitâ for the development and writing of the Project itself, as well as the compulsory presentation which they must deliver.
The course was written by an EPQ teacher and Moderator of many years standing and all the PowerPoints were refined after use with many groups and cohorts.
Please note that the COMPLETE COURSE is available as a BUNDLE at a discounted price, with 33% off!
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IF YOU FIND THIS RESOURCE USEFUL, THEN PLEASE CHECK OUT MY OTHER RESOURCES ON THE SITE
AQA Model Answers Paper 2 - 2020 - Short Questions (all 3)
Pages: 11; words: 2987
This free resource is an invaluable teaching aid for teachers and students preparing for the AQA A Level Politics exams. It includes expertly crafted model answers to the short questions from the 2020 AQA Politics Paper 2, written by an experienced Examiner and Moderator. The model answers are designed to meet the highest standards and provide clear, concise, and high-quality responses that can achieve top marks.
The document features real exam questions, detailed explanations, and revision exercises that encourage students to practice under timed conditions and compare their answers with the model responses. This promotes active learning and self-assessment, helping students understand the reasoning behind each response and how to structure their own answers effectively.
Key topics covered in the model answers include US Congressional Committees, pressure groups in the US, and rational choice and voting behaviour in the US.
Each model answer is accompanied by thorough explanations and analysis, making this resource an essential tool for any teacher aiming to provide their students with the best possible preparation.
Length of document: 28 pages; 6924 words. Teaching time: 4 hours.
This Handout contains model answers for all questions set in the AQA A Level Law Paper 1 (Criminal law) in 2023.
It has been written and prepared by a Law teacher and Examiner with 30 yearsâ experience of teaching and marking Law.
The Handout also provides grids for students to compare their answers with the model answers, aiding in effective revision, and helping them to self-evaluate their own learning.
Further, there is an âExaminerâs Commentaryâ section after each question, highlighting tips and observations to help your students get top marks.
This is an invaluable resource for teachers and students working towards their A Level in Law.
It is intended that every Paper across all options since 2020 will be covered. Please keep checking back as more papers will be added in the coming weeks.
If you have found this resource useful, then please take a look at my other Model Answers for Politics and other resources for Business, Politics, EPQ, Law and English, as well as some PSHE materials.
A summary table of the arguments for and against Britainâs âFirst-past-the-postâ election system.
FULLY UPDATED to refelect the results in 2024.
PLUS
Questions to use with your students and outline answers.
This is an invaluable resource for teachers of Politics, Citizenship or similar subjects.
It is a Handout over 3 pages and is designed to be taught over approximately 60 minutes.
This is a 5-page Handout which represents a âmodel answerâ to the question: âHow does Shakespeare treat death in âRomeo and Juliet?ââ
It is designed as a complete lesson and should last around 60-minutes in terms of delivery.
The answer is structured as follows:
William Shakespeareâs âRomeo and Julietâ intricately explores the theme of death, intertwining it with love, fate, conflict, and transformation.
Foreshadowing and Premonitions: Shakespeare uses premonitions and dreams to foreshadow the impending deaths of Romeo and Juliet, heightening the sense of foreboding and dramatic irony.
The Role of Fate and Destiny: Fate and destiny play significant roles, with the characters often attributing their misfortunes to fate, suggesting that their lives are governed by external forces beyond their control.
It is an invaluable resource for any students and teachers of the play.
One lesson of around 60 minutes duration. Use as an Introduction to the play OR as a revision aid when the play has been studied.
6 pages.
This Guide is designed for students and teachers of the play and has been written by an experienced Examiner. Used with many students across the years.
Hereâs a summary of the document:
This study guide for AQA English Literature GCSE covers William Shakespeareâs âRomeo and Juliet,â providing an overview of the plot, characters, themes, and potential examination questions.
Main Characters: The main characters include Romeo Montague, Juliet Capulet, Friar Laurence, Mercutio, Tybalt Capulet, the Nurse, Paris, Prince Escalus, Lord and Lady Capulet, and Lord and Lady Montague.
Character Development Questions: Potential examination questions explore the development of characters such as Romeo, Juliet, and Friar Laurence, focusing on their growth, decisions, and impacts on the plot.
Themes and Motifs: Key themes include fate versus free will, light and darkness, and conflict. Examination questions may ask students to analyze these themes and their significance.
Context and Interpretation: Questions may address the social and historical context of Verona, gender and societal expectations, and the significance of the playâs ending.
Literary Devices: Students might be asked to identify and analyze dramatic irony, foreshadowing, and poetic language used in the play.
Conclusion of Study Guide: The guide emphasizes understanding the plot, characters, and themes for a deeper analysis and appreciation of âRomeo and Julietâ.
*** Example Examination Question: An example question provided in the guide discusses the development of Romeoâs character, with a detailed plan on how to structure the answer.**
This is a 17-slide presentation which includes a video of the famous balcony scene from the RSC as well as question practice and a topic for debate. There are also pointers as to how to answer the debate question.
This is an invaluable resource written by an experienced Examiner and used in classes many times.
It is aimed at GCSE students but would be suitable for any scholars of the play!
The presentation explores the love and tragedy in Shakespeareâs masterpiece, âRomeo and Juliet,â and provides guidance on answering common examination questions. It covers the characterization of key characters such as Romeo, Juliet, Tybalt, and Mercutio, highlighting their traits and roles in the play. The famous balcony scene is analyzed, focusing on themes, language, and character development. The presentation also offers tips on structuring answers for exam questions, emphasizing the importance of practice and preparation.
Additionally, it delves into the major themes of the play, including love, fate, and the conflict between individual desire and societal expectations. Symbolism, such as stars, the moon, roses, and swords, is discussed to illustrate the playâs deeper meanings. Language techniques like metaphor, simile, and symbolism are explained with examples from the text. The presentation concludes with pointers for debate and comparison essays, encouraging critical analysis and a deeper understanding of the play.
A Worksheet consisting of 25 differentiated questions to help your students revise Shakespeareâs âHamletâ.
Divided into 5 sections, the Worksheet consists of questions that get harder as students work through them.
The final section contains questions which are âessay-styleâ questions or they can be used as the basis of discussion or class debate.
The Worksheet consists of 5 pages with spaces provided for the first 20 questions.
Tried and tested with many classes across the years. A great resource for revising the play.
Enjoy!
This is a Handout on the Law of Murder, written by an experienced examiner and used over many years with my students.
It is a short introduction to the topic and is an invaluable aid for AS and A Level students of the subject.
It is 7-pages long and it is estimated that it would take about 60-minutes of teaching time. There are questions and exercises throughout.
The Handout is structured as follows:
Definition and Jurisdiction of Murder: Murder is defined as the unlawful killing of a reasonable person under the Queenâs peace with malice aforethought, and British citizens can be charged with murder committed in any country.
Actus Reus Elements: The actus reus of murder includes four elements: D killed, a reasonable creature in being, under the Queenâs Peace, and the killing was unlawful. The document primarily focuses on the first element.
Importance of Causation: For murder, it is crucial to prove that Dâs act or omission caused the death of V, with examples like Gibbins v Proctor illustrating how omissions can fulfill actus reus.
Reasonable Person in Being: The term refers to a human being, with complexities arising in cases involving a foetus or brain-dead individuals.
Unlawful Killing: Killing is unlawful unless it is in self-defence, defence of another, or prevention of crime with reasonable force.
Mens Rea for Murder: Murder requires specific intent, meaning the jury must be convinced of an intention to kill or cause grievous bodily harm, as illustrated in cases like Vickers and Swift.
Indirect or Oblique Intention: Issues arise when Dâs primary aim is different from causing death or serious injury, but death results, requiring examination of indirect intention.
An invaluable introduction to murder for any students of the subject!
A short Handout and questions on the law on Diminished Responsibility written by an experienced examiner of Law and delivered to my own students across many cohorts and students.
This 7-page Handout is all that you need to teach and study Diminished Responsibility.
The Handout is structured as follows:
Definition and Legal Basis.
Application in Trials: A defendant cannot be charged with voluntary manslaughter directly; it is a verdict the jury may reach if the defense of diminished responsibility is successfully pleaded during a murder trial.
Criteria for Diminished Responsibility: To qualify for diminished responsibility, the defendant must prove an abnormality of mental functioning arising from a recognized medical condition that substantially impaired their ability to understand their conduct, form rational judgments, or exercise self-control.
Impact of the Defence.
Case Law Examples: Several cases illustrate the application of diminished responsibility, including BYRNE, where a sexual psychopathâs conviction was reduced to manslaughter, and LUC THIET THUAN, where a head injury did not qualify as a recognized medical condition.
Substantial Impairment: The defence requires that the abnormality of mental functioning substantially impair the defendantâs abilities, such as understanding their conduct or forming rational judgments, as seen in the GITTENS case.
Challenges in Application: Juries sometimes disregard the defense of diminished responsibility, as seen in the SUTCLIFFE case, where the defendant was convicted of murder despite evidence of mental abnormality.
An invaluable set of notes for anyone studying this vital concept in Law.
FREE resource
A summary table of the non-fatal offences in English Law written by an experienced examiner in Law and used with countless classes across the years.
Invaluable for students and teachers at any level who are studying this vital component.
If you have found this resource useful, why not take a look at my other, ever-growing collection, of law resources. All designed to save busy teachers time and effort. Why reinvent the wheel?!
25 revision questions on Shakespeareâs Romeo and Juliet.
The Handout incorporates questions which get harder as they go along and are divided into 5 sections:
Basic comprehension;
Intermediate questions;
Advanced analysis;
In-depth exploration and
Critical thinking.
Questions can be set so as students can work their way through the whole set or students can be asked to choose a certain number of questions from each section.
Designed for use with GCSE students of Shakespeareâs great tragedy.
Saving busy teachers a great deal of time.
A 6-page student analysis of the character of Estragon from Samuel Beckettâs play, âWaiting for Godotâ.
The Handout would be invaluable to A Level English students or anyone studying this fascinating play.
At the end of the Handout there are discussion points/questions which can be used with your class, together with suggested pointers as to how to address them.
The discussion highlights:
Physical and Mental State: Estragon is depicted as physically uncomfortable and mentally distressed, symbolised by his struggles with his boots and his forgetfulness, reflecting human frailty and existential burdens.
Relationship with Vladimir: The interdependent relationship between Estragon and Vladimir highlights the need for companionship and mutual support in the face of lifeâs uncertainties.
Themes of Waiting and Time: Estragonâs character embodies the themes of waiting and the cyclical nature of time, mirroring the existential struggle for meaning in an indifferent universe.
Existential Struggle: Estragonâs frequent expressions of doubt and hopelessness, along with moments of resilience and humor, underscore his existential crisis and the absurdity of life.
Symbolism and Imagery: Estragonâs boots and his reactions to carrots serve as metaphors for his discomfort and fluctuating outlook on life, illustrating the interplay between the mundane and the existential.
Role of Memory: Estragonâs fragmented memory and reliance on Vladimir to recall past events highlight the playâs exploration of the fluid and unreliable nature of human consciousness.
Philosophical Underpinnings: Estragonâs character reflects existentialist and absurdist themes, illustrating the search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world.
A FREE guide for students and teachers on how to structure your coursework answers for the first part of the first assignment for BTEC Business Unit 1.
This guide was successfully used with many classes over the years and students who followed it achieved great results.
If you find the guide useful, why not take a look at the other ever-growing collection of resources on the website?
Good luck with your teaching/studies!
Save more than a third off with this BUNDLE which covers the complete** BTEC Business Level 2, Unit 4, Principles of Customer Service.**
This bundle consists of 4 PowerPoints plus an Activity Sheet and covers the entire Unit.
Teachers would need to do nothing else other than deliver these materials.
Written by an Examiner with 30-years experience and a record of excellent results.
Now with 33% off!