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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · 2d

First topic homework set for Y7-9 within our new booklets. Students working through short meaningful tasks linked to bettering their understanding of second order concepts and building on knowledge developed in lessons. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · 10d

Emphasising chunking content with Y11. Paper 3 Germany contains a huge amount of complex content. So infographics combined with simple task formats to start a lesson, end one or break down a difficult concept. Hopefully this approach will firm up foundations. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · 14d

A Level numbers have rocketed so to has the mark load. Attempting to battle that with whole class feedback comments that are numbered and attributed as individual feedback. Combined with SPAG, exam board mark scheme, student reflection and consolidation questions. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · 22d

This format is fast becoming a go to for articles and extract tasks. Finding quotes, quick comprehension responses and deeper explanation questions guarantee thorough reading, triggers for quality discussion and meaningful notes. #historyteacher

James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · 24d

Already we’ve used some of the clip sheets from last year’s bank with Y9 and Y10. Brilliant for focused viewing, triggering debate and reflecting back on as a summary of key knowledge. Also logistically a meaningful cover work task. #historyteacher

James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Sep 7

Worth adding that all staff are provided with a terminology and definition crib sheet. To ensure all are engaging with the same content. Reinforced with KO’s.

James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Sep 7

First set of ‘Progress Points’ all set to go for KS3. Mid unit, we’ll review the spelling of key terminology, definitions, core knowledge and linkage of events. From this we can correct misconceptions/effectively reteach before the summative assessment. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Sep 2

Building on our KS3 homework format we’ve compiled tasks into one booklet. Purpose/logistics are outlined to students and parents. Whilst for teachers, workload is minimised via no requirement to remember to print/set homework tasks/highlighted teacher reviews. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Aug 28

Y9 was in desperate need of remodelled knowledge organisers. Chronology, Key Figures, Terminology and Core Content all in one place for students to refer to during lessons and revision. Looking to ensure they are utilised more throughout curriculum this year. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jul 15

Revisited our ‘Curriculum in Objects’ initiative. Initial idea of student led inferences remains in place but we’ve switched to connected closed questions to build confidence and frame the concepts and understanding we want to take forward into the topic. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jul 9

A labour of love but our Y7 KO’s are completed. We move onto trying to box off Y8/Y9. Chronology, Key Figure, Terminology and Core Content all in one place for students to reflect on and refer to during lessons and in preparation for assessments. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jul 1

Something we’re considering are ‘Progress Points’ half way through a unit. Ensuring students have a grasp of key terms, foundational knowledge and a sense of narrative of how events link/impact. Provides insight on what to revisit/prepares for summative assessment #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jun 24

Looking to adapt how students engage with extracts by varied approaches to guarantee thorough reading. Start with scanning for quotes, read to answer comprehension questions and then combine the extract with own knowledge to provide explanations. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jun 23

This year we’ve developed a range of ‘Clip Sheets’ which have helped to make each snippet more meaningful. Students have quality short answers to reflect back on, the set questions promote wider debate and logistically they’ve been excellent for cover work. Win! #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jun 18

No problem at all.

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jun 18

Hi Luke, thanks for the great feedback, still not finished but getting there. Yes all on PowerPoint.

James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jun 18

Still not finished, not sure it ever will be but we’ve made a lot of progress in developing our KS3 curriculum. Connected second-order concepts, guidance on outcomes and key vocabulary all identified for students, parents and staff to be aware of. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jun 8

Only Paper 3 to go and again there is so much knowledge to retain. These KO’s focus on who were the key figures of the topic and importantly a chronology of events, ‘the fallout’. Great as a one page reference for prompts and reminders before the exam. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Jun 2

Still chipping away at KS3 assessment. Varied multiple choice formats provide a confidence boost for students whilst rigorously assessing knowledge. This builds to a historical skill/second order concept response. Review of knowledge/writing enhancement to finish. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · May 22

Bonkers they have to access so many question stems!

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · May 21

So glad to see lots of students outside the exam hall for Paper 1 with their ‘If faced with’ question stem sheets. Juggling the content is difficult enough so having this quick reference point is a big help. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · May 12

www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-...

KS3 History: How life changed in Elizabethan England

Ian Mortimer takes a journey back in time to find out about how life was changing in Elizabethan England.

www.bbc.co.uk

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · May 12

More ‘Clip Sheets’ made for consistent/meaningful notes. This version focuses on Ian Mortimer’s brilliant ‘Time Travellers’ BBC series that are great at bringing Elizabethan society to life. The format provides a good foundation for conversation/expanding answers. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · May 6

Old but gold. ‘Has it stuck’ recall is a great recall format. Students begin with ‘core knowledge’ post it’s in the centre and work their way out. Accessible for all yet full of challenge. Great for all Key Stages and easily adapted. #historyteacher

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James Fitzgibbon @mrfitzhist.bsky.social · Apr 27

Next round of ‘All Four One’ KS3 homework sheets. This format has helped with the consistency of our homework setting and offers flexibility with setting either the entire sheet or individual tasks. Short sharp bursts of meaningful knowledge/second order concepts. #historyteacher

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