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What is the role of the humanities in the modern school? Should geography, history, RE and Citizenship teachers remain faithful to long-standing subject cultures and pedagogies? Or is there another way to consider how the curriculum, and the notion of individual subjects and teachers’ pedagogy, could be constructed?Drawing on case studies taken from a range of innovative secondary schools, and interrogating the use of cross-curricular approaches in UK schools, Cross-Curricular Teaching and Learning in Humanities constructs a research based pedagogy with practical steps for students and teachers as they consider how cross-curricular approaches can be implemented in their own subject areas. Key features include: Clear theoretical frameworks for cross-curricular processes of teaching and learning in the humanities Lively and engaging text that blends key issues with stories of current practice An analysis of the use of assessment, enquiry, and pupil talk as key components in building a cross-curricular approach to the humanities Practical and reflective tasks that enable to reader to apply their reading to day to day practice, alongside links to professional standards Summaries of key research linked to suggestions for further reading Professional development activities to promote cross-curricular dialoguePart of the Cross-Curricular Teaching and Learning in the Secondary School series, this timely interdisciplinary textbook is essential reading for all students on Initial Teacher Training courses and practising teachers looking to holistically introduce cross-curricular themes and practices in secondary Humanities teaching.

What is the role of the humanities in the modern school? Should geography, history, RE and Citizenship teachers remain faithful to long-standing subject cultures and pedagogies? Or is there another way to consider how the curriculum, and the notion of individual subjects and teachers’ pedagogy, could be constructed?Drawing on case studies taken from a range of innovative secondary schools, and interrogating the use of cross-curricular approaches in UK schools, Cross-Curricular Teaching and Learning in Humanities constructs a research based pedagogy with practical steps for students and teachers as they consider how cross-curricular approaches can be implemented in their own subject areas. Key features include: Clear theoretical frameworks for cross-curricular processes of teaching and learning in the humanities Lively and engaging text that blends key issues with stories of current practice An analysis of the use of assessment, enquiry, and pupil talk as key components in building a cross-curricular approach to the humanities Practical and reflective tasks that enable to reader to apply their reading to day to day practice, alongside links to professional standards Summaries of key research linked to suggestions for further reading Professional development activities to promote cross-curricular dialoguePart of the Cross-Curricular Teaching and Learning in the Secondary School series, this timely interdisciplinary textbook is essential reading for all students on Initial Teacher Training courses and practising teachers looking to holistically introduce cross-curricular themes and practices in secondary Humanities teaching.

Weimar and Nazi Germany 1918-39 Student Book is part of Oxford's Edexcel GCSE History series. This textbook series provides up-to-date Edexcel exam practice and a tried-and-trusted accessible approach to help students get the best grades they are capable of, and enjoy their history lessons. It has been updated following Edexcel's 2024 specification changes. This textbook is written as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, and developed by a team of practising teachers with Edexcel examining experience and led by Aaron Wilkes, Head of History, PGCE History lead and trusted author. This modern depth study explores the social, economic, and political situation in Germany, from the early days of the Weimar Republic, to the rise of Hitler, and the impact on life under the Nazi Party's control.Exam-style Questions, Nail it! features and carefully Sources and Interpretations help students prepare for their Edexcel exam. Meanwhile, Later On and Earlier On features help students make connections across time periods. How to...Exam Practice pages provide step-by-step, accessible ways to practise essential history skills. Perfect for use alongside Kerboodle, which is packed full of auto-marked quizzes, exam practice, film clips of interviews with historians, and continuing exam support.

Your essential companion for Edexcel GCSE History success! This all-in-one revision and practice guide covers everything that students need to revise for Superpower relations and the Cold War, 1941-91. Revise everything you need to know for this choice of period topic in the GCSE Edexcel History exam, from early tension between East and West to the collapse of the USSR. Backed by research and trusted by teachers, Oxford Revise makes revision simple and effective.Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSESubject: HistoryTopic: Superpower relations and the Cold War, 1941-91Specification: Fully updated for the 2025 exam Why this revision guide?• All-in-One Revision & Practice: Everything students need for Edexcel GCSE History in one book.• Clear Structure: Follows a proven knowledge - retrieval - practice approach, the scientifically proven most effective way to learn and recall information.• Expertly Written: Created by revision specialists and supported by research into best revision techniques. Key Features:• Knowledge Organisers: Clearly arrange the information you need to revise helping you to make connections with what you already know. Timelines and charts are used so that key information is presented in a meaningful way. An online glossary helps you to learn the definitions to key terms.• Retrieval questions: Check that you have remembered what you have just revised before moving on to the exam practice. Regular retrieval questions help to combat the forgetting curve.• Exam-style practice: Gives you lots of experience of the type of question you will face in your exam. This will strengthen your ability to recall and apply knowledge in their exams. All the answers to the practice questions as well as a helpful mark scheme are provided online.As you use this revision and practice guide, you will be securing your knowledge and building up your confidence.QR codes provide links to answers, key word definitions and further revision support on accompanying website. For more subjects in the Oxford Revise series, search Oxford Revise or visit the Oxford Revise website oxfordrevise.com.