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Year 8

Year 8 History Unit 1

Unit of Work: My Personal History

Timescale: September-October

Year: 2009/10

Description of Unit: Throughout this unit pupils will gain an understanding of what history is, why it is relevant and useful and how they each play a part in making history. Pupils will not only be able to develop their skills of inquiry but will also explore their own historic journeys and how they have shaped them as individuals.
Learning Objective: Developing pupils as individuals
Knowledge, Understanding and Skills Throughout this unit pupils will have the opportunity to investigate the past and its impact on our world today through an understanding of: o Cause and effect o Continuity and change and by developing: o The enquiry skills to undertake historical investigations o Critical thinking skills in their approach to solving problems and making decisions o Chronological awareness and the ability to make connections between historical periods, events and turning points	Key Elements Personal Understanding: Pupils will explore how history has affected their personal identity, culture and lifestyle. Employability: Pupils will understand how the skills developed through history will be useful in a range of careers.	Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities Major Focus o Thinking, problem-solving and decision-making o Managing Information o Working with Others Lesser Focus o Self-Management
Learning Outcomes By the end of this unit pupils will be able to: o Research and manage information effectively to investigate historical issues, using Mathematics and ICT where appropriate o Work effectively with others o Communicate effectively in oral, visual and written formats (including ICT and moving images) showing an awareness of audience, purpose and attention to accuracy o Display creativity and initiative when developing ideas and following them through		Links to other Learning Areas This unit is a collaborative project which links up to Maths, English, R.E. and Geography.

Year 8 History Unit 2

Unit of Work: The Holocaust

Timescale: October-November

Year: 2009/10

Description of Unit: Throughout this unit pupils willgain an understanding of what the Holocaust was, why Jews were persecuted, who made the Holocaust happen and why it is important that they study the Holocaust. Pupils will develop their skills of enquiry and their ethical awareness.
Learning Objective: Developing pupils as individuals
Knowledge, Understanding and Skills Throughout this unit pupils will have the opportunity to investigate the past and its impact on our world today through an understanding of: o Cause and effect o Continuity and change and by developing: o The enquiry skills to undertake historical investigations o Critical thinking skills in their approach to solving problems and making decisions o Chronological awareness and the ability to make connections between historical periods, events and turning points	Key Elements Personal Understanding: Pupils will explore how history has affected their personal identity, culture and lifestyle. Mutual Understanding: Investigate how history has been selectively interpreted to create perceptions to justify views and actions. Ethical Awareness: Pupils will explore why the Holocaust is widely condemned today.	Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities Major Focus o Thinking, problem-solving and decision-making o Managing Information o Working with Others Lesser Focus o Being Creative
Learning Outcomes By the end of this unit pupils will be able to: o Work effectively with others o Research and manage information effectively to investigate historical issues, using Mathematics and ICT where appropriate o Use historical sources to justify their opinions		Links to other Learning Areas English Art Geography Citizenship

Year 8 History Unit 3

Unit of Work: The Normans Arrive

Timescale: December-February

Year: 2009/10

Description of Unit: Throughout this unit pupils will gain an understanding of the Battle of Hastings, considering why the Normans were victorious. Pupils will have an opportunity to look at the changes the Normans made including Normans Castles. They will become familiar with the Feudal System put in place and the Domesday Book.
Learning Objective: Developing pupils as Individuals
Knowledge, Understanding and Skills Throughout this unit pupils will have the opportunity to investigate the past and its impact on our world today through an understanding of: o Cause and effect o Continuity and change and by developing: o The enquiry skills to undertake historical investigations o Critical thinking skills in their approach to solving problems and making decisions o Chronological awareness and the ability to make connections between historical periods, events and turning points	Key Elements Personal Understanding: Pupils will explore how history has affected their personal identity, culture and lifestyle. Mutual Understanding: Investigate how history has been selectively interpreted to create perceptions to justify views and actions.	Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities Major Focus o Managing Information o Being Creative Lesser Focus o Thinking, problem-solving and decision-making
Learning Outcomes By the end of this unit pupils will be able to: o Research and manage information effectively to investigate historical issues, using Mathematics and ICT where appropriate o Work effectively with others o Communicate effectively in oral, visual and written formats (including ICT) showing clear awareness of audience and purpose and attention to accuracy o Demonstrate creativity and initiative when developing ideas and following them through		Links to other Learning Areas Art Geography

Year 8 History Unit 4

Unit of Work: The Normans in Ireland Timescale: February-May Year: 2009/10

Description of Unit: Throughout this unit pupils will gain an understanding of the impact of the Normans in Ireland. Pupils will not only be able to develop their skills of inquiry but will also engage with both physical and documentary evidence to gain an understanding of their heritage. Pupils will also have a clear understanding of cause and effect.
Learning Objective: Developing pupils as individuals
Knowledge, Understanding and Skills Throughout this unit pupils will have the opportunity to investigate the past and its impact on our world today through an understanding of: o Cause and effect o Continuity and change and by developing: o The enquiry skills to undertake historical investigations o Critical thinking skills in their approach to solving problems and making decisions o Chronological awareness and the ability to make connections between historical periods, events and turning points	Key Elements Personal Understanding: Pupils will explore how history has affected their personal identity, culture and lifestyle. Economy and Environment: Investigate the need to preserve history in the local and global environment.	Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities Major Focus o Thinking, problem-solving and decision-making o Managing Information o Working with Others Lesser Focus o Self-Management
Learning Outcomes By the end of this unit pupils will be able to: o Research and manage information effectively to investigate historical issues, using Mathematics and ICT where appropriate o Work effectively with others o Communicate effectively in oral, visual and written formats (including ICT and moving images) showing clear awareness of audience, purpose and attention to accuracy o Demonstrate creativity and initiative when developing ideas and following them through		Links to other Learning Areas Employability – leadership qualities Citizenship – ethics, bonds, contracts Geography – settlement sites

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