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YEAR
2017/18
Introduction --------------------------------------------- -
Head of Learning – Year 13 Mr R Crickett
Tel: 0161 434 5378Email: [email protected]
Dear Parents/Carers,
It is with great pleasure that I continue to work with this year group into the final two terms at Parrs Wood Sixth Form. As their Head of Learning, my primary concern remains focussed on ensuring that all students achieve the very best that they can. I will do this by monitoring and reporting back to you on your child’s progress at regular intervals during the year. Behind the scenes I will be working hard to provide support, to enable the students to access their work and gain success. I will liaise with the various faculties, support networks including our own learning mentor and agencies to strategically target help where it is needed.
No matter what support is put in place, your child will ultimately be responsible for their learning, and it starts with continuing to get the basics right; attending sixth form every day, arriving punctually with all equipment needed, and organising themselves effectively.
It is very important that parents, tutors and teachers work in partnership to ensure that students fulfil their potential over this now very short period and your child's tutor is your first point of contact if you have any concerns or questions. Equally, a member of the sixth form team will contact you if we have concerns, especially if the concern affects full attendance as this has a direct impact on academic performance.
Tutor time continues to be a compulsory element of their time table in order for tutors to offer support with specific advice and guidance with future university and job applications. There will be a student briefing once a week on a Monday, tutors will meet with all tutees twice each week as a group and students will also have individual appointments each term. If you wish to contact your child’s tutor, please call on the Sixth Form number, 0161 434 5378 and leave a message for them and they will call you back as soon as they can.
Alternatively you can write to them at the relevant e-mail address:
Tutor Code Name Email Address13HHL Mr Hinay Lad [email protected] Mrs Elena Kattou [email protected] Ms Emma Woollaston [email protected] Mr David Midgley [email protected] Mr David Crawford [email protected] Mrs Sarah Turner/ Ms Melanie
[email protected] / [email protected]
13CJM Ms Cassie Mellor [email protected] Mrs Claire Harrison [email protected] Mr Ben Moderate [email protected] Ms Helen Reid [email protected] Ms Sarah Glover [email protected]
Whilst writing, I would like to invite you to the Year 13 Tutor Evening on ?? . This is a good opportunity to hear more about the expectations and plans we have for providing a productive and enjoyable
learning experience for our new students. You will also have the opportunity to meet the Sixth Form Management Team. I do hope you will be able to attend.There will also be an opportunity to meet teachers and Sixth Form staff at the Year 13 Parents’ Evening on 16th November. You will receive more notice of this nearer the time. I am also always happy to make additional appointments to meet with you and your child to discuss any concerns you may have, and will make every effort to resolve any problems.I look forward to meeting you in the future. Once again if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.Kind regards
Mr R Crickett
Ancient History -------------------------------------------
----OCR Ancient History AS/A-Level H042/ H442
Director of Faculty: Mr M Retberg (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mr D Midgley (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearGreek History, conflict and culture: Greco-Persian Wars, Roman History, the use and abuse of power: Ruling the Empire
AssessmentsAll units are assessed by external examinations in summer exam series.
Key Dates All examinations take place in the summer exam series beginning in June.
HomeworkAll students will be regularly set a variety and range of appropriate homework and self-study tasks throughout the year for each unit studied.
Resources http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-classics-ancient-history-h042-h442/ There is no core text book for Ancient History, however, the following would be advisable as
supportive reading: Herodotus - The Histories, Suetonius - The Twelve Caesars
How to prepare for September 2016Any wider preparation or reading on the periods studied (Classical Greece or early Imperial Rome) would be strongly advisable.
Art-------------------------------------------
---AQA A2 Art and Design Fine Art
Director of Faculty: Ms E Foster (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mr J Davison (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit Three - The Portfolio of WorkThis A-level requires students to choose one endorsement for study throughout A2. At A2 level students are introduced to a variety of experiences employing a range of media, processes and techniques appropriate to their chosen area of study. At A2 level students should build upon the knowledge, understanding and skills gained at AS with greater depth of study and showing greater independence. This will be studied from June 2014 onwards. Students will focus on the theme from five questions given out in June. Students are also required to produce a written artist/development piece of between 1000-3000 words. This sits alongside their practical work.
Unit Four - The Externally Set AssignmentQuestion papers are issued in January of Year 13 and Students are required do a 15 hour exam over three days with a completed outcome in May.
Both Unit 3 and Unit 4 are handed in and marked in May.
Assessments50% Coursework 50% Controlled test. Key Stage 5 assessment is in accordance with the A-level assessment objectives. This is done through individual tutorials. Set tasks are monitored and feedback is through written and verbal comment. Students are screened termly.
Key Dates Art exhibition is in July which showcases A2 work Coursework at KS4 is due in during May 2017 External tests take place between January and May 2017
HomeworkKey stage 5 homework is set at points during the course but all students are expected to independently work on their project for a minimum of 2 hours per week.
Other useful informationA-level drop in sessions are held after school/lunchtimes. From next year students will have a 6 form project room available to them to catch up work in free periods.
http://www.saatchigallery.com/www.thelowry.comwww.manchestergalleries.orgwww.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-liverpool
Biology----------------------------------------
----AQA Biology (7402)
Director of Faculty: Dr J Wild (email [email protected]) Head of Subject: Mrs H Reid (email: [email protected])
Topics studied this year Energy transfers in and between organisms Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems The control of gene expression
Practical AssessmentBiology, like all sciences, is a practical subject. Throughout the course you will carry out practical activities including: Using chromatography to investigate plant pigments Investigating the effect of a named factor on the rate of enzyme activity in extracts of
chloroplasts Investigating the effect of a named variable on the rate of respiration Investigating the effect of an environmental variable on the movement of an animal Producing a dilution series of a glucose solution and using colorimetric techniques to
produce a calibration curve with which to identify the concentration of glucose in an unknown ‘urine’ sample
Investigating the effect of a named environmental factor on the distribution of a given species
A ‘pass’ or ‘fail’ will be awarded for a practical endorsement at the end of Year 13. For a pass, you must attend all practical sessions within lessons.
AssessmentsEach topic will be assessed and will reflect what students are to expect of the exams in Summer. The assessments will be used to inform the screenings and estimated grades submitted to UCAS and the exam board. Assessments that are done with a poor level of effort or have resulted in a below-target grade will be repeated. Appropriate intervention will be put in place for students whose assessments have highlighted difficulty with the subject.
Key Dates Provisional exam dates: Paper 1 – 12th June (pm) 2hr, Paper 2 - 20th June (am) 2hr, Paper 3 – 26th June (am)
HomeworkTasks will be set weekly based on a combination of past exam paper questions, DoddleLearn activities, research and presentation preparation, journal article reviews and practice essays for the Paper 3 synoptic essay question. Tasks are designed to prepare for the lesson content and consolidate learning as well as stretching students by reading outside of the exam specification.
ResourcesExam board website: www.aqa.org.ukRecommended text books: AQA A-level Biology Student Book by Glenn Toole and Susan Toole, ISBN: 13: 978-0-19-835177-1
BTEC Business----------------------------------------
----EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Business
Director of Faculty: Ms J Roberts (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit 5: Business AccountingUnit 27: Understanding Health and Safety in the Business WorkplaceUnit 29: Understanding RetailingUnit 12: Internet Marketing in BusinessUnit 10: Market Research in BusinessUnit 16: Human Resource Management
AssessmentsAll the above units are internally assessed through the completion of coursework based assignments. Deadlines for specific tasks will be given along with final deadline dates for each unit. Each internally assessed unit will be graded, with an overall grade achieved at the end of year 13.
HomeworkStudents should expect homework for each unit at least once a week and they may be required to access it through our online virtual Leaning Environment. Homework tasks will include written, practical and research tasks, along with elements of coursework assignments.
ResourcesIn addition to timetabled lessons students must also study independently; they must purchase the ‘BTEC Level 3 National Business Book 2’ (Bevan, Dooley, Richards, Goymer, Richards; ISBN 9781846906350).Recommended maga
Recommended magazines and journals are: BusinessToday (www.ukbusiness-today.co.uk) Business Review (Philip Allan for Hodder Education)
The following websites also provide valuable opportunities to strengthen their subject knowledge and understanding. www.thetimes100.co.uk www.tutor2u.net www.bbc.co.uk/news/business www.bized.co.uk www.edexcel.com
www.businessstudiesonline.co.uk
How to prepare for September 2016Compare and contrast the Trafford Centre with your local shopping high street/area. Using a mind map, write down the similarities and differences in: size; trends in sales; types and range of shops; types of customers; facilities available.
Business----------------------------------------
----AQA A Level Business 7132
Director of Faculty: Ms J Roberts (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year Analysing the strategic position of a business Choosing strategic direction Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies Managing strategic change
AssessmentsStudents will be assessed regularly through homework, rapid response knowledge tests, and more formal assessments each half term. At the end of year 13, three external examinations will be completed: Paper 1 - all subject content (33% of A-level), Paper 2 - all subject content (33% of A-level), and Paper 3 - all subject content (33% of A-level),
Key Dates Provisional examination dates are as follows:Paper 1: 12th June 2017Paper 2: 19th June 2017Paper 3: 23rd June 2017
HomeworkStudents should expect homework for each unit at least once a week and they may be required to access it through our online virtual Leaning Environment. Homework tasks will include written, practical and research tasks, along with examination questions and essays.
ResourcesIn addition to timetabled lessons students must also study independently; they are required to purchase the AQA endorsed textbook upon commencement of year 13 of the course (AQA A-level Business 2; Malcolm Surridge and Andrew Gillespie; ISBN: 9781471835780).
Recommended magazines and journals are: BusinessToday (www.ukbusiness-today.co.uk) Business Review (Philip Allan for Hodder Education)
The following websites also provide valuable opportunities to strengthen their subject knowledge and understanding. www.aqa.org.uk www.thetimes100.co.uk www.tutor2u.net
www.bbc.co.uk/news/business www.bized.co.uk
How to prepare for September 2016Research and produce a mind map on the economic impact of Brexit.
Chemistry ----------------------------------------
----AQA Chemistry (7405)
Director of Faculty: Dr J Wild (email [email protected]) Head of Subject: Ms E Woollaston (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year Kinetics, Equilibria, Acids and Bases, Nomenclature and Isomerism in Organic Chemistry,
Compounds Containing the Carbonyl Group, Aromatic Chemistry, Amines, Amino Acids, Polymers, Organic Synthesis and Analysis, Structure Determination
Thermodynamics, Periodicity, Redox Equilibria, Transition Metals, Reactions of Inorganic Compounds in Aqueous Solution
AssessmentsEach topic will be assessed and will reflect what students are to expect of the exams in Summer. The assessments will be used to inform the screenings and estimated grades submitted to UCAS and the exam board. Assessments that are done with a poor level of effort or have resulted in a below-target grade will be repeated. Appropriate intervention will be put in place for students whose assessments have highlighted difficulty with the subject.
Key Dates Provisional exam dates: Paper 1, 13th June 2017, 1.30pm; Paper 2, 19th June 2017, 9am; Paper 3, 27th June 2017, 9am
HomeworkTasks will be set weekly based on a combination of past exam paper questions, DoddleLearn activities and research. Tasks are designed to prepare for the lesson content and consolidate learning as well as stretching students by reading outside of the exam specification.
ResourcesExam board website: www.aqa.org.ukRecommended text books: Nelson Thornes A2 Chemistry (ISBN: 978-0-7487-8279-6)
How to prepare for September 2016Research the industrial methods of ester production. Explain how to name an ester. Explain and give examples of their uses in foods, perfumes and biodiesels.
Computer Science----------------------------------------
----AQA GCE A2 Computer Science 7517
Director of Faculty: Mrs Moloney (email [email protected])Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator: Mr R Grant ([email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit 1 – ProgrammingIncludes: Advanced data structures Advanced Algorithms Regular languages Internet technologies
Unit 2 – Computer Science TheoryIncludes: Fundamentals of databases OOP and functional approaches
AssessmentsUnit 1 - On-screen exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 40% of A-levelStudents answer a series of short questions and write/adapt/extend programs in an Electronic Answer Document
Preliminary material, a skeleton program and, where appropriate, test data, will be released for use in the exam.
Unit 2 - Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 40% of A-levelA series of short-answer and extended-answer questions.
Non-exam Assessment - 75 marks 20% of A-levelAssesses student's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem
Key Dates Unit 1 and Unit 2Practice Exam – December 2017Mock Exam – February 2018Final Exam – May/June 2018
HomeworkHomework will be set most weeks and will include worksheets based on topics being delivered in class
ResourcesText book – given at the start of the year
How to prepare for September Complete units 10, 11 and 12 on the ‘Code Academy’ Python course.Follow the “Java OOPS (Object Oriented Programming)” course on Udemy
BTEC Information Technology----------------------------------------
----Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Information Technology
Director of Faculty: Mrs V Moloney ([email protected])Head of Computing: Mr R Grant ([email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit 3 - Information SystemsUnit 8 – E-CommerceUnit 30 – Digital Graphics
AssessmentsOngoing assessment marked internally with an external sample.
Key Dates Interim submission dates will be set throughout the year
HomeworkHomework will be completion and improvement of coursework pieces.
ResourcesInformation Technology Level 3 Book 1 and 2 (provided at the start of Year 12)
How to prepare for September 201Research and read around the topic of information systems with a focus on how information is used by organisations and what makes good information.
Information & Communication Technology
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AQA GCE Information and Communication Technology AQA 2520
Director of Faculty: Mrs V Moloney ([email protected])Head of Computing: Mr R Grant ([email protected])
Topics studied this yearINFO 3 – The Use of ICT in the Digital WorldIncludes: Future developments Information and Systems Managing ICT
INFO 4 – Practical Issues involved in the Use of ICT in the Digital WorldIncludes, for a real life project: Analysis Design and Implementation Testing and Evaluation
AssessmentsAs means of ongoing assessment in order to prepare students for the final written theory examination, students will be set weekly tasks for completion by their class teacher. Topic tests will also be given at the end of each topic section. These will be assessed and detailed feedback will be given to students enabling them to develop their understanding of the subject.
INFO 3 – External Exam 2 hours (worth 30 % of A level final grade)INFO 4 – Coursework Project Report, marked internally and moderated by the exam board (worth 20% of A level final grade)
Key Dates INFO 3Mock Exam – January 2018Pre Release Materials released by the exam board approx. April 2018Final Exam – May/June 2018
INFO 4Final coursework hand in – March 2018 (interim submission dates will be set throughout the year)
HomeworkHomework will be set most weeks and will include research tasks, extended learning and flip learning
ResourcesCore text book – given at the start of the yearBBC Click website
Drama & Theatre Studies----------------------------------------
----Edexcel GCE Drama & Theatre Studies 8DR01
Director of Faculty: Ms C Wrigley (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mr M King (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year: Unit 3: Exploration of Dramatic Performance – students work in groups to research, devise, perform and evaluate a performance piece for an intended audience. They also complete a written evaluation on both the process and performance of their work
Unit 4: Theatre Text in Context – This is a written exam lasting 2 hours 30 minutes. Students explore Buchner’s ‘Woyzeck’ from the perspective of a director in both an academic and practical way, and they complete a live theatre review, drawing comparisons with its original performance context.
AssessmentsUnit 3: Internally assessed, comprising a recorded performance and a 3500 word SWED.Unit 4: Written exam
Key Dates December 2016 – Unit 3 performanceFebruary 2017 – submission of Unit 3 SWEDJune 2017 – Unit 4 written exam
HomeworkTerm 1- rehearsals for Unit 3 and deadlines for completion of SWEDTerm 2 – final drafts and submissions of SWED; exam practiseTerm 3 – past essay questions
Resourceswww.edexcel.com
‘Woyzeck’ by Georg BuchnerEdexcel A2 Drama & Theatre Studies – John Davey & Steve LewisA2 Drama and Theatre Studies: The Essential Introduction for Edexcel - Alan Perks and Jacqueline PorteousEdexcel A2 Drama Study Guide (Rhinegold Educational) - Max Harvey & Andrew Psirides
How to prepare for September 2016Read ‘Woyzeck’ and research what was happening at the time Buchner wrote the play and when it was first performed in 1913.Research how plays were staged in Elizabethan England at The Globe.
Economics ----------------------------------------
----AQA A level Economics 7136Director of Faculty: Ms J Roberts (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearIndividual, firms, markets and market failure This part of the specification focuses on an advanced study of microeconomics by looking at costs of production, revenue curves, market structures, labour markets, wage determination, the distribution of income and wealth and government intervention. The national and international economy This builds on year 1 knowledge of macroeconomic policies and objectives by looking at the global and European context and assessing macroeconomic performance by investigating key indicators, as well as examining financial markets and monetary policy. AssessmentsStudents will be assessed regularly through homework, rapid response knowledge tests, and more formal assessments each half term. At the end of year 13, three external examinations will be completed: Paper 1 – Markets and market failure (33.3% of A-level), Paper 2 – The national and international economy (33.3% of A-Level) and Paper 3 – Economic principals and issues (33.3% of A-level).
Key Dates Provisional examination dates are as follows:Paper 1: 6th June 2017Paper 2: 13th June 2017Paper 3: 19th June 2017
HomeworkStudents should expect homework for each unit at least once a week and they may be required to access it through our online virtual Leaning Environment. Homework tasks will include written, practical and research tasks, along with examination questions and essays.
Resources
In addition to timetabled lessons students must also study independently; they are required to purchase the AQA endorsed textbook upon commencement of year 2 of the A-level (AQA Economics Student Book 2 Economics; Ray Powell and James Powell; Hodder Education; ISBN-13: 978-14718-2984-0).
Recommended magazines and journals are: Economics Today (Anforme Limited) The Economist (http://www.economist.com/)
The following websites also provide valuable opportunities to strengthen their subject knowledge and understanding. www.aqa.org.uk www.tutor2u.net www.bized.co.uk
http://www.economist.com http://www.economicshelp.org
How to prepare for September 2016Create a presentation highlighting the drawbacks of the UK not being a member of the European Union.
English Language ----------------------------------------
----AQA English Language B (ENGB3, ENGB4)
Director of Faculty: Mr G Fox (email [email protected])Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator: Mr B Moderate
(email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearCoursework Topics: Language Investigation Editorial Coursework Portfolio = 20% of A Level Students need to produce two pieces: a language investigation and an informative media text. Deadline
is October/November 2016. Examination Topics Paper 1: Examination “Language, the Individual and Society” Paper 2: Examination “Language, Diversity and Change” Builds on AS knowledge and skills, with an additional focus on two new areas of language study: Child
Language Acquisition and Language Change
AssessmentsAutumn 1 - Coursework investigation drafts. Assessment essays on knowledge of Language Change / Child Language AcquisitionAutumn 2 – Editorial Coursework assessmentSpring 1 - Mock Examination. Internal Coursework DeadlineSpring 2 - Assessments on Language Change and Child Language AcquisitionSummer 1 - Examination RevisionSummer 2 - Examination Revision Key Dates Coursework investigation: 15th OctoberMock week: 20th January
Media investigation: 15th NovemberPaper 1: Examination “Language, the Individual and Society” 14th June 2017 (am)Paper 2: Examination “Language, Diversity and Change” 20th June 2017 (am)
HomeworkHomework Projects on Research Investigation; Media; Child Language Acquisition and Language Change.
ResourcesThe Cambridge Encyclopaedia of the English Language by David Crystal Word of Mouth (Radio 4 iPlayer for investigation topics)http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/enduring-voices/talking-dictionaries/http://www2.let.uu.nl/UiL-OTS/Lexicon/http://www.bl.uk/learning/langlit/sounds/index.htmlhttp://www.ethnologue.com/http://www.glottopedia.org/index.php/Main_Pagehttp://www.open.edu/openlearn/history-the-arts/culture/english-language/the-history-english-ten-minutesThe library at Parrs Wood is well stocked with English Language and Linguistics text books, including some quite recent ones.
How to prepare for September 2016Spend time focusing on the Language Investigation. Read around your chosen topic as much as you can and do some planning. You can also begin to gather data, if, for example, you are doing a corpus analysis. There are many resources online that can help you study in advance the key examination topics of Language Acquisition and Language Change which will help prepare you for September. You may also wish to revise your knowledge from AS, by, for example, testing your knowledge of frameworks and terms.
English Literature ----------------------------------------
----AQA A2 Literature B Director of Faculty: Mr G Fox (email [email protected])Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator: Mr B Moderate
(email [email protected])
Topics studied this year:Coursework (20%) Independent Reading (Poetry Project) Coursework Essay on Poet/s of Candidates Choice + Literary Critical Anthology Re-creative Crime Coursework Creative Monologue piece from point of view of a victim in a canonical crime story + commentary
referencing Literary Critical Anthology.Examinations: Paper 1: Literary Genres “Aspects of Tragedy” Paper 2: Texts and Genres “Elements of Crime Writing”
AssessmentsAutumn 1 – “Brighton Rock” Essay; “When Will There Be Good News?” EssayAutumn 2 – Poetry and Monologue Coursework pieces. Mock Examination practice questions.Spring 1 - Mock Examination.Spring 2 – AS Revision work. Crime text revision.Summer 1 - Examination practice; full mockSummer 2 - Examination practice
Key Dates Coursework: October 2016 Mock Week 20th January Paper 1: Literary Genres “Aspects of Tragedy” 15th June Paper 2: Texts and Genres “Elements of Crime Writing” 22 June
HomeworkHomework projects ½ termly:Autumn 1 – NEA coursework Autumn 2 – Tragedy revision homeworkSpring 1 - Essay skills homework projectSpring 2 - Exam revision workSummer 1 - Exam revision workSummer 2 - Exam revision work
Resourceswww.aqa.orghttp://www.sparknotes.com/lit/doctorfaustus/http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/cuckoo/
How to prepare for September 2016Advanced reading of all texts is recommended. Students should spend the summer developing more thorough understanding of the biography, context and works of their chosen poet in preparation for the Independent Reading Coursework. Sparknotes is one among many other useful online literature resources that can provide a useful adjunct to reading for pleasure. Revision using The Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms is also recommended. Students should have read at least one EXTRA text from the recommended Crime reading list, prepared their choice of poet and crime coursework text, and have read through/annotated the booklet of crime extracts from the introductory course.
French----------------------------------------
----French AQA 2651Director of Faculty: Ms S White (email [email protected])Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator/ Head of Subject:
Ms L Etchells (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year:Pollution, Energy, Protecting the Planet, Immigration, Racism, Integration, Social Issues, Law and Order, Science and Technology
Theme 1: The work of an Author: Un sac de billes – Joseph JoffoTheme 2: The work of a cinema director: La Haine – Matthieu Kassovitz
Assessments Assessments will take place based on the units studied on a half-termly basis. These assessments
will involve tasks in all four skills areas - Listening/Reading/Writing/Speaking Assessed homework tasks will also be set on a regular basis throughout the year There will be a mock examination for both Papers – Mixed Skills and Speaking in February Further past papers will be completed during the final revision period, both in class and at home
Key Dates February – Mock examinationsMay – Final examinations (Speaking and Mixed Skills)
HomeworkHomework will be set after each lesson. Students will be expected to complete a range of tasks – comprehension exercises, essay writing, listening tasks and preparation for speaking tasks. You will be expected to spend two to three hours a week on your homework. Students will be expected to do supplementary reading to accompany the study of the Themes.
Resources www.aqa.org.uk Atouts 1 www.europeinfos.com www.mediajunior.com www.bonjourdefrance.com www.tv5.org www.rfi.fr www.zut.org.uk www.linguascope.com www.realfrench.net www.CALL@Hull (provides links to a number of useful sites)
How to prepare for September 2016 Watch any French Language TV channels such as ARTE and TV5 Change the language on your favourite DVD to French Read magazines and books – we have provided a text booklet for you. Use the internet to get information on News and Current affairs in the French speaking world Get informed about issues which will be discussed next year Use Youtube to watch clips on key topics Go to a French speaking country – if you are lucky enough! Brush up your grammar knowledge with www.laits.utexas.edu/tex
Geography----------------------------------------
----AQA Geography 2030
Director of Faculty: Mr M Retberg (email [email protected]) Head of Subject: Ms K Isherwood (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearPhysical Geography – Tectonics and Weather and climateWe start off by studying the tectonic processes at work in our lithosphere, and how they generate volcanoes and earthquakes. In each case we study recent events to gain an in-depth understanding of how tectonic events happen and how they vary from place to place.We then follow on from this with an in-depth study of the processes which create our weather and climate. Looking at both global and localised features which work together to create distinctive weather patterns, finishing off by looking at Global climate change, and how our actions are changing the global climate, and how we could possibly alter this.
Human Geography – Globalisation and World citiesWithin the units of Globalisation and World cities we look at the distinctive characteristics of our “world cities” and they have been created, issues in cities and global solutions to these issues. Similarly within Globalisation we look at the development of the “global village” and how we now live in a globalised world with products and services coming from all parts of the globe.
AssessmentsEach unit has its own end of unit assessment carried out to test students acquisition of knowledge, these end of unit tests are based upon past exam questions. Also within each unit students are regularly set “part” past exam questions specific to the section of the unit they have
www.frenchteacher.net www.jde.fr www.google.fr www.fr.yahoo.com www.ipsos.fr www.ados.fr www.lesclesjunior.com www.radionfrance.fr www.bbc.co.uk www.touslesmedias.com
just studied to enable exam practice.
Key Dates End of course examinations May / June 2017
HomeworkHomework will be set each week from both the Human and physical half of the course, and is intended to further knowledge and understanding of the topics being studied.
Resources http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/geography#bm-A-level Core text - AQA Geography by Barker, Redfern and Skinner
German----------------------------------------
----GERMAN A2 LEVEL AQA 2661
Director of Faculty: Ms S White (email [email protected])Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator/ Head of Subject: Mrs E. Garth (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year Cultural topics; Wolfgang Becker (Director) and Friedrich Dürrenmatt (Literature: Der Besuch
der alten Dame) Environment; pollution, energy and protecting the planet Contemporary Social Issues; wealth and poverty, law and order, impact of scientific progress The Multicultural Society; immigration, integration and racism
Assessments End of Unit Assessments in all 4 skill areas after each topic is completed. A2 Level past papers each term and for mock examinations. Mock speaking examinations each term. Timed essays each half term
Key Dates February-mock examination April/ May-A2 Speaking examination May/June-A2 Paper Unit 3
HomeworkA range of homework tasks will be given by both teachers each week to include essays, listening tasks, reading comprehensions, oral presentations and reading around the topic areas.
Revision of key vocabulary and grammar will also be a vital component of the homework. Expect to spend at least 4 hours per week on homework.
Resources www.aqa.org.uk AQA German A2 textbook Wort für Wort AS/ A2 vocabulary book Medium-large sized German dictionary http://www.languagesresources.co.uk http://www.20min.ch – news channel http://www.u2learn.com/a-level-german-revision.html http://DW.De – German news and TV channel http://www.goethe.de
How to prepare for September 2016 Revise all AS vocabulary carefully, especially higher level vocab Look over and revise all grammar points, especially tenses Keep up to date with current affairs, especially things that are happening in German
speaking countries. Keep a file of current articles which relate to the topic areas we are going to cover at A2!
Complete work packs given on Cultural Topics Read the Dürrenmatt play- ‘Der Besuch der alten Dame’ and write a short synopsis Watch your favourite movie with German subtitles Go to a German speaking country if you get the chance!
Government & Politics --------------------------------------------
Edexcel A2 US Government and Politics 9GP01
Director of Faculty: Mr M Retberg (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mr D Crawford (email d.crawford @parrswood.manchester.sch.uk)
Topics studied this yearUnit 3C - Elections and Voting, Political Parties, Pressure Groups, Racial and Ethnic PoliticsUnit 4C - US Constitution, Congress, the Presidency, the Supreme Court
AssessmentsUnit 3C: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutesStudents are required to answer three short answer questions from a choice of five (15 marks each).Students are then required to answer one essay question from a choice of three (45 marks).
Unit 4C: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutesStudents are required to answer three short answer questions from a choice of five (15 marks Students are then required to answer one essay question from a choice of three (45 marks)
Key Dates Jan – Mock ExamsMay/June - Exams
HomeworkFollowing the school’s homework policy both teachers set regular and substantial tasks every week.
Resources US Government and Politics Anthony Bennett Philip Allen Updates Useful websites - Edexcel.com
How to prepare for September 2016 Take an interest in US political events and any issues that affect the US for discussion and
debate Use the recent classroom work and materials at home to develop an understanding of how
the US political system works and what we will be studying in the coming academic year
Health & Social Care Double Award Level 3
--------------------------------------------. OCR Advanced GCE (Double Award) in Health and Social Care H703
Director of Faculty: Ms S McCready (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mrs S Hawksley (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit F920: Understanding Human Behaviour and Development Unit F922: Child Development Unit F923: Mental-health issuesAssessmentsUnderstanding Human Behaviour is assessed by an external exam. Child Development and Research Methods will both be assessed by the submission of a portfolio of work marked internally.
There will be deadlines throughout the year for individual sections of portfolio work and mock examination assessments for externally assessed units.
Key Dates April 2017 Final submission for internally assessed portfolio F921 Anatomy and physiology in practice June 2017
HomeworkStudents will be expected to complete homework tasks linked to the Unit content, revise for assessments. Students will have to research, plan and deliver practical tasks for their portfolio.
Resourceswww.ocr.org.ukwww.oxfordebooksforocr.co.ukwww.nhs.ukwww.gov.uk/government/topics/social-carewww.patientopinion.org.uk
How to prepare for September 2016:Try to make a series of observations over the summer on a child aged between 5 and 8. You could observe them playing outdoors, playing with board games or with their friends. Write a report on what they can do physically, their language ability and their social skills. You should ensure to get permission off parents in order to do this.
Health & Social Care Single Award Level 3
--------------------------------------------OCR Advanced GCE (Single Award) in Health and Social Care H503
Director of Faculty: Ms S McCready (email [email protected]) Head of Subject: Ms S Hawksley (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit F919: Care practice and provisionUnit F920: Understanding Human Behaviour and DevelopmentUnit F925: Research Methods in Health and Social Care
AssessmentsHuman growth and development in practice will be assessed by an external exam Care Practice and Provision and Research Methods in Health and Social Care will both be assessed by the submission of a portfolio of work marked internally.There will be deadlines throughout the year for individual sections of portfolio and mock examination assessments for externally assessed units
Key Dates
February 2017 Final submission for internally assessed portfoliosF920 Understanding Human Behaviour and Development
HomeworkStudents will be expected to complete homework tasks linked to the Unit content and revise for assessments. Students will have to research, plan and deliver practical tasks for their portfolio.
Resourceswww.ocr.org.ukwww.oxfordebooksforocr.co.ukwww.nhs.ukwww.gov.uk/government/topics/social-carewww.patientopinion.org.uk
How to prepare for September 2016Research and produce a report about the possible positive and negative effects on an individual with a mental health disorder, of the portrayal of mental health in the media. The report can be in a format of your choosing e.g. PowerPoint, written document, poster. You could also choose to write your report in the form of a case study.
History ----------------------------------------
----Edexcel History A level spec 9HI0
Director of Faculty: Mr M Retberg (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mr D Midgley (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit 3 Option 39.1: Civil rights and race relations in the USA, 1850-2009 This module is worth 30% of the final A level mark. The USA from 1850-2009, examining 5 depth studies on Reconstruction, Jim Crow, the New Deal, post-WW2 civil rights movement and the Obama presidency. As well as this, students will explore two breadth options, the changing Geography of civil rights and the changing depiction of African Americans in the media.
Unit 4 option; coursework unit on the origins of the Cold War, 1945-1949This module is worth 20% of the final A level mark. This unit offers students the opportunity to develop their own enquiry into a fascinating period of post-war international relations.
AssessmentsUnit 3 will be assessed by regular essay tasks.Coursework for Unit 4 by regular assessments, including reading and research tasks to develop the students’ individual enquiries.
Key Dates January –Mock Examination Unit 3; Coursework deadlineMay/June – Examination Units 1, 2 and 3
HomeworkWill be set at regular intervals in both units, it may be individual or group –based tasks
Resources Edexcel.org Textbooks for all topics will be provided by the department
How to prepare for September 2016Reading from the reading lists issued is essential to develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of both units; Unit 4 requires independent research on an issue of your choosing within the topic studied. If you enjoy fiction try to read some historical fiction from the period.
Computer Science----------------------------------------
----AQA GCE A2 Computer Science 7517Director of Faculty: Mrs Moloney (email [email protected])Head of Computing: Mr R Grant ([email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit 1 – ProgrammingIncludes: Advanced data structures Advanced Algorithms Regular languages Internet technologies
Unit 2 – Computer Science TheoryIncludes: Fundamentals of databases OOP and functional approaches
AssessmentsUnit 1 - On-screen exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 40% of A-level
Students answer a series of short questions and write/adapt/extend programs in an Electronic Answer Document
Preliminary material, a skeleton program and, where appropriate, test data, will be released for use in the exam.
Unit 2 - Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes 40% of A-levelA series of short-answer and extended-answer questions.
Non-exam Assessment - 75 marks 20% of A-levelAssesses student's ability to use the knowledge and skills gained through the course to solve or investigate a practical problem
Key Dates Unit 1 and Unit 2Practice Exam – December 2017Mock Exam – February 2018Final Exam – May/June 2018
HomeworkHomework will be set most weeks and will include worksheets based on topics being delivered in class
ResourcesText book – given at the start of the year
How to prepare for September Complete units 10, 11 and 12 on the ‘Code Academy’ Python course.Follow the “Java OOPS (Object Oriented Programming)” course on Udemy
Year 13BTEC Information Technology----------------------------------------
----Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Information Technology
Director of Faculty: Mrs V Moloney ([email protected])Head of Computing: Mr R Grant ([email protected])
Topics studied this yearUnit 3 - Information SystemsUnit 8 – E-CommerceUnit 30 – Digital Graphics
Assessments
Ongoing assessment marked internally with an external sample.
Key Dates Interim submission dates will be set throughout the year
HomeworkHomework will be completion and improvement of coursework pieces.
ResourcesInformation Technology Level 3 Book 1 and 2 (provided at the start of Year 12)
How to prepare for September 2017Research and read around the topic of information systems with a focus on how information is used by organisations and what makes good information.
Year 13Information & Communication
Technology----------------------------------------
----AQA GCE Information and Communication Technology AQA 2520
Director of Faculty: Mrs V Moloney ([email protected])Head of Computing: Mr R Grant ([email protected])
Topics studied this yearINFO 3 – The Use of ICT in the Digital WorldIncludes: Future developments Information and Systems Managing ICT
INFO 4 – Practical Issues involved in the Use of ICT in the Digital WorldIncludes, for a real life project: Analysis Design and Implementation Testing and Evaluation
AssessmentsAs means of ongoing assessment in order to prepare students for the final written theory examination, students will be set weekly tasks for completion by their class teacher. Topic tests will also be given at the end of each topic section. These will be assessed and detailed feedback will be given to students enabling them to develop their understanding of the subject.
INFO 3 – External Exam 2 hours (worth 30 % of A level final grade)INFO 4 – Coursework Project Report, marked internally and moderated by the exam board (worth 20% of A level final grade)
Key Dates INFO 3Mock Exam – January 2018Pre Release Materials released by the exam board approx. April 2018Final Exam – May/June 2018
INFO 4Final coursework hand in – March 2018 (interim submission dates will be set throughout the year)
HomeworkHomework will be set most weeks and will include research tasks, extended learning and flip learning
ResourcesCore text book – given at the start of the yearBBC Click website
Law ----------------------------------------
----OCR A2 Law H534
Director of Faculty: Ms J Roberts (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year: Unit 3: G153 Criminal LawThis unit covers the following: Principles of criminal liability, Attempted crimes, Offences against the person, General defences, Non-fatal offences against the person, Offences against property. Unit 4: G154 Criminal Law Special StudyThis unit is based on pre-released materials: a special study booklet sent out to us at the beginning of the course, which provides a starting point for study of the legal topic set.
AssessmentsStudents will be assessed regularly through homework, rapid response knowledge tests, and more formal assessments each half term. At the end of year 13, two external examinations will be completed: Unit 3 – Criminal Law (60% of A2), and Unit 4 – Criminal Law Special Study (40% of A2).
Key Dates Provisional examination dates are as follows:
Unit 3 (G153): Tuesday 13th June 2017 Unit 4 (G154): Friday 16th June 2017
HomeworkStudents should expect homework for each unit at least once a week. Homework tasks will include written, practical and research tasks, along with examination questions and essays.
ResourcesIn addition to timetabled lessons students must also study independently; they are required to purchase the OCR endorsed textbook upon commencement of the course (OCR Law for A2, Jacqueline Martin, Fourth Edition; ISBN 978 -1 – 4718 -0706 -0).Law students are recommended to read a quality newspaper every day.
The following websites also provide valuable opportunities to strengthen their subject knowledge and understanding:a-level-law.com www.lawmentor.com www.lawteacher.net
How to prepare for September 2016Research the case of R v Brown and others and write a summary of the case explaining why the case is important in developing the defence of Consent.
Mathematics Pure & Applied----------------------------------------
----AQA A Level Mathematics 6360Associate Assistant Headteacher with Responsibility for Maths:
Mr M Waites (email [email protected]) Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator: Mr D Phillips (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearCore 3FunctionsTransformationsTrigonometry
Decision 1Minimum ConnectorsShortest Path (Dijkstra's)Chinese PostmanTravelling SalesmanGraph TheoryMatchings
The Functions ex and ln xDifferentiationIntegrationNumerical MethodsProof
Core 4AlgebraBinomial ExpansionFurther DifferentiationFurther TrigonometryCoordinate geometry (Parametric)Differential EquationsVectors
AssessmentsAll teaching groups will be given an assessment at the end of each topic with additional assessments taking place at the end of each half term.
Key Dates Assessments take place at the end of each half term
Provisional Exam Dates:Core 3 - 14/06/2017Core 4 - 16/06/2017Decision 1 - 23/06/2017
HomeworkAll teachings groups will be given at least two pieces of homework each week.
Resourceswww.aqa.org.ukwww.mymaths.co.uk
All students will be expected to pay a deposit for the Core3/4 and Decision 1 text books to use for study throughout the course. Student course guides will be given to all students which include the syllabus and all end of topic assessments.
How to prepare for September 2016Use the mymaths website to read ahead on Core 3 topics.
Mathematics Pure and Statistics ----------------------------------------
----AQA A Level Mathematics 6360Associate Assistant Headteacher with Responsibility for Maths:
Mr M Waites (email [email protected]) Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator: Mr D Phillips (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearCore 3Functions
Decision 1Minimum ConnectorsShortest Path (Dijkstra's)Chinese PostmanTravelling SalesmanGraph TheoryMatchings
Statistics 2Discrete Probability DistributionsThe Poisson distributionContinuous Probability DistributionsConfidence Intervals
TransformationsTrigonometryThe Functions ex and ln xDifferentiationIntegrationNumerical MethodsProof
Core 4AlgebraBinomial ExpansionFurther DifferentiationFurther TrigonometryCoordinate geometry (Parametric)Differential EquationsVectors
AssessmentsAll teaching groups will be given an assessment at the end of each topic with additional assessments taking place at the end of each half term.
Key Dates Assessments take place at the end of each half term
Provisional Exam Dates:Core 3 - 14/06/2017Core 4 - 16/06/2017Statistics 2 - 20/06/2017
HomeworkAll teachings groups will be given at least two pieces of homework each week.
Resourceswww.aqa.org.ukwww.mymaths.co.uk
All students will be expected to pay a deposit for the Core3/4 and Statistics 2 text books to use for study throughout the course. Student course guides will be given to all students which include the syllabus and all end of topic assessments.
How to prepare for September 2016Use the mymaths website to read ahead on Core 3 topics.
Year 13 Further Mathematics----------------------------------------
----AQA A Level Mathematics 6371
Associate Assistant Headteacher with Responsibility for Maths: Mr Malcolm Waites (email [email protected])Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator: Mr D Phillips (email [email protected])
Statistics 2Discrete Probability DistributionsThe Poisson distributionContinuous Probability DistributionsConfidence Intervals
Topics studied this year
Further Pure 2Roots of PolynomialsComplex NumbersDe Moivre’s TheoremProof by InductionFinite SeriesThe Calculus of Inverse Trigonometric FunctionsHyperbolic FunctionsArc Length and Area of surface of revolution about the x axis
Further Pure 3Series and LimitsPolar CoordinatesDifferential EquationsDifferential Equations - First OrderDifferential Equations – Second Order
AssessmentsAll teaching groups will be given an assessment at the end of each topic with additional assessments taking place at the end of each half term.
Key Dates Assessments take place at the end of each half term.Provisional exam dates:Further Pure 3 17/05/2017Further Pure 2 23/06/2017Mechanics 2 26/06/2017
HomeworkAll teachings groups will be given at least two pieces of homework each week.
Resourceswww.aqa.org.ukwww.mymaths.co.uk
All students will be provided with the FP2/FP3 and M2 text books to use for study throughout the course. Student course guides will be given to all students which include the syllabus and all end of topic assessments.
How to prepare for September 2016Read ‘Fermat’s Last Theorem’ by Simon Singh
Media Studies----------------------------------------
----AQA A Level Media Studies 2570
Director of Faculty: Mr G Fox (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mr R Beswick (email [email protected])
Mechanics 2Mathematical ModellingMoments and Centres of MassKinematicsNewton’s Laws of MotionApplication of Differential EquationsUniform Circular MotionWork and EnergyVertical Circular Motion
Topics studied this yearSeptember - October October – DecemberMEST3: Exam preparation – identity in the media and the impact of new and digital media.
MEST 4: Critical Investigation and linked practical production.
MEST3: Exam preparation – identity in the media and the impact of new and digital media.
MEST 4: Critical Investigation and linked practical production.
December - February February – EasterMEST3: Exam preparation – identity in the media and the impact of new and digital media.
MEST 4: Critical Investigation and linked practical production.
MEST3: Exam preparation – identity in the media and the impact of new and digital media.* specific focus on how to answer exam-style questions* synthesis of case study material
Easter - May May - SummerMEST 3: Exam Preparation, Section A and B –* specific focus on how to answer exam-style questions* synthesis of case study material
Exam
AssessmentsMEST 3: Exam (50% of grade at A Level, 25% of A Level)MEST 4: Production Coursework (50% of grade at A Level, 25% of A Level)
Key DatesSubmission dates for individual pieces of controlled assessments given by class teacher, with one piece of controlled assessment being completed by February.
HomeworkCombination of revision, topic based work, research and extension activities. Students are expected to spend at least two hours a week on homework/ coursework/revision for Media Studies.
Other useful informationCoursework Catch-up Club/Revision Club in F24 after school each Tuesday.
Resources http://aqa.co.uk/qualifications/media-studies/ AQA A2 Media Studies: Study and Revision Guide (available from Longman Publishing and
Amazon)
Music
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A-Level Music AQA 7272 [Year 1 out of a 2 year course]Director of Faculty: Ms C Wrigley (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Ms H Groarke (email [email protected])Topics studied this year
Component 1: Section A - Appraising Music [general listening - unfamiliar music]General theory and listening skillsAoS1 - Strand A- Baroque: Solo ConcertoAoS1 - Strand B – Classical: The operas of MozartAoS3 -Strand C– Romantic: piano music of Chopin, Brahms and GriegAoS2 – Pop music [all named artists]AoS5 – Jazz [all named artists]
Component 1: Section B – Set Works AoS2
Stevie WonderBeyonceDaft Punk or Muse [TBC]
Component 2: PerformanceMinimum 10 minutes must be complete = solo/ ensemble/ multi-trackComponent 1: Section B – Set Works AoS1 Western Classical Tradition 1650 – 1910STRAND C
1. Chopin Ballad no. 2 in F major op. 38 Nocturne in E minor op. 72 no. 12. Brahms Intermezzo in A major op. 118 no. 3
Ballade in G minor op. 118 no. 33. Grieg Norwegian march op. 54 no. 2
Notturno op. 54 no. 4Component 3: CompositionComposition 2: set brief 2.5 – 3 mins
AssessmentsAssessments will be in the form of timed essays, listening tests, performances and composition.
Key Dates Performances must be recorded by Summer 2018 Composition must be completed by summer 2018
HomeworkEssays and research tasks will be set on a weekly basis. Students will be expected to attend instrumental lessons and rehearse daily for performances
Physical Education
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OCR A2 unit G453 OCR AS unit G454 Director of Faculty: Mr F Fenton (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year - G453Comparative Studies The United Kingdom The United States of America Australia
Sports Psychology Individual aspects of performance Group dynamics of performance and audience effects Mental preparation for physical activity
Anatomy and physiology Energy Health components of physical fitness Application of the principles of training Performance enhancement
Topics studied this year - G454Practical Skills
Performance (one sporting activity from one of the practical activities assessed in AS) Evaluation, appreciation and the improvement of performance (Analysis of Performance)
Assessments
Key DatesDec 2016 - End of Term Practice Mock
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3Assessment :Practical activities assessed using exam board assessment criteria C
I/2 term end of topic test- EC/ SMBexam style questions4, 5 and 6 marksH
Assessment :One practical activity chosen for assessment C
Introduction of verbal O&A of practical performance.EP
Cumulative I/2 term end of topic test- exam style questions EC /C SMB 4, 5 and 6 marks. Introduction of 10 mark questions H
Practice mock exam EC/SMB/C
Assessment :Practical activity assessedECPractice AOP assessment filmedEC
Cumulative I/2 term end of topic test- exam style questions EC/C4, 5 and 6 marks. Consolidation of 10 mark questions H
Assessment :Cumulative I/2 term end of topic test- exam style questions EC/C
Final practical activity assessment. C / EC/SMB
AOP final assessmentEC/ C/SMB
Mock ExamEC/ C/SMB
Assessment :External Practical Moderation
Revision
Practice exam papers
Assessment :Year 12 reports
February 2017 – Practical AssessmentFebruary 2017 – Final AOP assessmentApril 2017 – Final Mock Exam and ScreeningMay 2017 – External Practical ModerationMay/June 2017 – Final full examination
HomeworkOne homework to be set by each teacher, in each of the three subject areas, each week. Therefore, students will receive three pieces of homework per week.
Resources http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h154-h554/ OCR A2 PE Student Book
How to prepare for September 2016 Visit OCR website and familiarise with course content Download AOP analysis video and PowerPoint to familiarise with (found under
presentations) Download all past papers and mark schemes Read around subject area
Physics
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AQA Physics Spec A
Director of Faculty: Dr J Wild (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Mr D Blake (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year: Periodic Motion. Thermal Physics. Gravitational Fields. Electric Fields. Capacitance. Magnetic Fields. Radioactivity. Astrophysics option.
AssessmentsEach topic will be assessed and will reflect what students are to expect of the exams in Summer. The assessments will be used to inform the screenings and estimated grades submitted to the exam board. Assessments that are done with a poor level of effort or have resulted in a below-target grade will be repeated. Appropriate intervention will be put in place for students whose assessments have highlighted difficulty with the subject.
Key DatesPaper 1 - 15th June 2017 AMPaper 2 - 21st June 2017 AMPaper 3 - 29th June 2017 AM
HomeworkTasks will be set weekly based on a combination of past exam paper questions, DoddleLearn activities, research and presentation preparation, and journal article reviews. Tasks are designed to prepare for the lesson content and consolidate learning as well as stretching students by reading outside of the exam specification.
ResourcesExam board website: www.aqa.org.ukRecommended text books: Advanced Physics for You (ISBN-13: 978-0748752966); A2 Physics A: Student Book (ISBN-13: 978-0748782819).
How to prepare for September 2016In year 13 you will study topics, which are covered in year 12; however the level of detail and application will obviously be harder. In order to prepare for year 12 you will need to know: Everything from year 12 and how to manipulate logarithms. It is therefore essential that you make sure you read over your year 12 notes in the summer.
Psychology ----------------------------------------
----GCE Psychology
Director of Faculty: Ms K. Ayirebi ([email protected])Head of Subject: Ms J Brereton ([email protected])
Topics studied this year Paper 1 – Introductory topics in Psychology, worth 33% of your final A level gradePaper 2 - Research Methods and BioPsychology, worth 33% of your final A level grade develops an understanding of Psychology in context, Paper 3 – Relationships, Schizophrenia, Forensic Psychology and Issues in Research , worth 33% of your final A level grade. develops an understanding of Psychology in context
Paper 1 – Introductory Topics in PsychologyThis paper is worth 50% of the AS in Psychology and 33.3% of the A Level in Psychology. In year 12 you will learn about the topics of memory, social influence and attachment. Some examples of the specific topics that you will cover are listed below:Memory - factors affecting the accuracy of eyewitness testimony; theories of forgetting.Social Influence – obedience; conformity; minority influenceAttachment – explanations of attachment; Bowlby’s theory of maternal deprivation
Paper 2 – Psychology in contextThis paper is worth 50% of the AS in Psychology and 33.3% of the A Level in Psychology. In year 12 you will learn about various different approaches to explaining human behaviour (e.g., biological, cognitive and behaviourist) and you will also develop knowledge on psychopathology (e.g., explanations and treatments for depression, phobias and OCD) and research methods. You will carry out your own research on human behaviour as part of this unit. If you choose the A Level in Psychology you will also learn about biopsychology and two other approaches to explaining human behaviour – the psychodynamic approach and the humanistic approach.
Paper 3 – Issues and Options in PsychologyThis paper is worth 50% of the AS in Psychology and 33.3% of the A Level in Psychology. Everything in this unit will be delivered in Year 13 where you will learn about various different approaches to explaining human behaviour. Issues and Debates in Psychology include: Gender and Culture in Psychology, Free Will and Determinism, The Nature Nurture Debate, Holism and Reductionism, Idiographic and Nomothetic, Ethical implications of research studies and theory including social sensitivity.Options in Psychology :Relationships : explanations for partner preference, factors affecting attraction, theories of romantic relationships, virtual relationships and parasocial relationships.Schizophrenia : classification of schizophrenia, Biological explanations, Psychological explanations, Drug therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy and stress-diathesis model.Forensic – Problems in defining crime, measuring crime, offender profiling, Biological and Psychological explanations of offending behaviour, Dealing with offending behaviour.
AssessmentsPupils are regularly tested throughout the year. They will be given assessments throughout and at the end of each sub-unit in order to track progress closely. Students will also sit a mock examination in each of the units and there will be three external exams at the end of year 13 (Paper 1 = 2 hours; Paper 2 = 2 hours: Paper 3 = 2 hours).
Key Dates Paper 1 mock exam – January 2017 Paper 2 mock exam – January 2017 Paper 3 Mock – April 2017 Paper 1 external exam – 7th June 2017 (pm) - provisional Paper 2 external exam – 14th June 2017 (pm) – provisional Paper 3 external exam – 21st June 2017 (pm) – provisional
HomeworkStudents will have 2 psychology teachers and they will get one piece of homework per week from each teacher. Homework tasks will usually involve independent research, exam/essay questions and/or revision for in-class assessments. As well as completing the homework that is set each week, students will be expected to carry out their own self-directed, independent study in order to develop their knowledge on key areas of the specification. Resources aqa.co.uk (exam board website) bps.org.uk (the British Psychological Society website) Students will be provided with all teaching booklets and revision materials, however if you do
wish to purchase a textbook then the following book is recommended: ‘AQA Psychology – For A Level Year 1 & AS – Flanagan, Berry, Jarvis and Liddle (Illuminate
Publishing). ‘AQA Psychology – For A Level Year 2 – Flanagan, Berry, Jarvis and Liddle (Illuminate
Publishing). ‘AQA Psychology – For A Level Year 2 – Jean Marc Lawton and Eleanor Willard (Illuminate
Publishing).
How to prepare for September 2017Students should prepare for September 2016 by completing two research tasks:1. To research 2 different explanations of schizophrenia and make brief notes (at least 2 sides
of A4 paper) – you might want to look at 1) Biological explanations: genetic vulnerability theory; dopamine hypothesis: neural correlates 2)Psychological explanations: family dysfunction: cognitive explanations ,dysfunctional thought processing.
2. To research 3 different theories of crime and make brief notes (at least 2 sides of A4 paper) – you might want to look at 1) The genetic vulnerability theory; 2) Social learning theory; 3) Subcultural theory.
Religious Studies ----------------------------------------
----AQA Religious Studies 2060Head of Faculty: Ms K Ayirebi (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Ms A White (email [email protected])
RE is an inclusive subject accessible to students of any religious persuasion or none. It is not necessary to have taken Religious Studies at GCSE, although students who have a GCSE will find that the AS/A Level builds on their knowledge, understanding and skills. All that is required is a desire to find out more about religion and its role in society.
Topics studied this yearStudents will study two A2 units –Unit 3A Religion and Ethics (RST3A) and Unit 4A Religion and Human Experience Topic 1, Life, Death and Beyond.
Unit 3A Religion and Ethics (RST3A)1. Libertarianism, free will and determinism2. Virtue Ethics3. Religious views on sexual behaviour and
human relationships4. Science and Technology
Unit 4A Religion and Human experience Topic 1 Life, Death and Beyond (RST4A) 1. Religious and secular perspectives on the
nature and value of human life2. Eschatological and apocalyptic teachings3. Religious and secular ideas about the
importance of present life4. Beliefs about death and beyond, both
religious and non-religious
In all of their studies, students will be encouraged to formulate their own opinions as well as to appreciate the views of others.
AssessmentsStudents will be asked to conduct independent research and read given articles to discuss in the classroom. They will produce essays based on this research and classroom notes and also participate in class timed essays. Timed assessments will take place at the end of each topic. In addition Unit mocks will be completed on two topics of the students’ choice at the end of each unit.
Students have to illustrate two skills Assessment Objective 1, and Assessment Objective Assessment 2. A01 Knowledge and understanding accounts for 60% A02 Evaluation accounts for 40%
AO1 Select and demonstrate clearly relevant knowledge and understanding through the use of evidence, examples and correct language and terminology appropriate to the course of study. In addition, for synoptic assessment, A Level candidates should demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the connections between different elements of their course of study.
AO2 Critically evaluate and justify a point of view through the use of evidence and reasoned argument. In addition, for synoptic assessment, A Level candidates should relate elements of their course of study to their broader context and to aspects of human experience.
HomeworkHomework will usually be once a week. They will include independent research tasks, essays based on past paper questions, articles and information to read in preparation for a lesson, and group presentation tasks.
Key datesRST3A - Religion and Ethics Wednesday 15th June 2017 amRST4A - Religion and Human experience: Life, Death and Beyond Tuesday 21st June 2017 pm
Other useful informationwww.aqa.org.ukhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/ethics/guidehttp://www.rsrevision.com/Alevel/
Sociology -------------------------------------------
-AQA AL Sociology 7192Director of Faculty: Mrs K Ayirebi (email [email protected])Head of Subject: Ms J Bunyan (email [email protected])
Topics studied this yearOver the course of the year, students will study two different units alongside one another which will be Beliefs in Society and Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods. In addition to this, students will revisit Education with Methods in Context and Families and Households and Research Methods from AS and will be expected to apply all topics in the final examinations.
Beliefs in Society: Topics of learning that will be covered in this very interesting unit are different theories of ideology, science and religion, including both Christian and non-Christian traditions, The relationship between religious belief and social change and stability, Religious organisations including cults, sects, denominations churches and New age movements and their relationship to religious and spiritual belief and practices. Other topics of learning are, the relationship between different social groups/spiritual organisations and movements, beliefs and practices and the significance of religion and religiosity in the contemporary world, including the nature and extent of secularisation in a global context.
Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods: This interesting and engaging unit will engage learners in theoretical debate while encouraging an active involvement with the research process. Learners will learn to develop and foster a critical awareness of contemporary social processes and change, drawing together the knowledge understanding and skills learnt in different aspects of the course. This exciting unit covers Different theories of crime, deviance, social order and social control, The social distribution of crime and deviance by age, ethnicity ,gender, locality and class including recent trends in crime, Globalisation and crime in contemporary society; the mass media and crime; green crime; human rights and state crime. Other topics of study are Crime control, prevention and punishment, victims and the role of the criminal justice system and other agencies and the connections between sociological theory and methods and the study of crime and deviance.
Education with Methods in Context: This exciting unit covers the Role and purpose of education including vocational education and training in contemporary society, Differential educational achievement of social groups by social class, gender and ethnicity in contemporary society, Relationships and processes with particular reference to teacher/student relationships, student subcultures, the hidden curriculum, and the organisation of teaching and learning. Other topics will include the significance of social policies, including selection, comprehensivisation, marketization and privatisation for the understanding of the structure, role, impact and experience of education. Students will also learn to apply their knowledge of sociological research methods to the context of education.
Families and Households: This interesting and engaging unit covers topic content such as the Relationship of the family to the social structure and social change with particular reference to the economy and state policies, Changing patterns of Marriage Cohabitation, Separation and Divorce, Childbearing and the life course. Other topics include Diversity of the contemporary family and household structures, The nature and extent of changes in the family with reference to gender roles, domestic labour and power relationships, The nature of Childhood and changes in the status of children in the family and society and Demographic trends in the UK since the 1900’s, including reasons for changes in birth rates, death rates and family size. Students will also cover more postmodern topics such as the personal life perspective and will consider how the family helps to construct our identity formation and the meaning its members give to us.
Assessments
Students are regularly tested throughout the year. They will be given assessments throughout each unit based on their learning and will be assessed via short answer questions and through in- class, timed essays. Many assessments are based on previous exam questions and are essay focused and students will sit a Mock Examination to consolidate and review their learning in preparation for their Exams in June 2017
Paper 1: Education with Theory and MethodsThis unit comprises of a written paper of two hours. The paper consists of 80 marks and accounts for 33.3% of the A Level. For the Education section, students are to answer short mark questions and an essay worth 30 marks. For the Methods in Context section, students are expected to answer an essay question totalling 20 marks and for Theory and Methods, another mini essay, totalling 10 marks.
Paper 2: Topics in Sociology: Families and Households and Beliefs in Society This unit is worth 33.3% of the A level and comprises of a 2 hour paper. The assessment consists of a written paper of 80 marks and students complete essay questions on both Family and Beliefs topics; both equalling to 40 marks each.
Paper 3: Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods This unit is worth 33.3% of the A Level and comprises of a written paper of two hours. The assessment consists of a two hour written paper of 80 marks and students answer two compulsory questions, For the Crime and Deviance section, students will be expected to answer short mark questions and an essay worth 30 marks. For the Theory and Methods paper students will be expected to write an essay totalling 20 marks and an additional mini essay totalling 10 marks.
Key Dates Intervention Sessions-Wednesday afternoons, 3:15- 4:15pm in LG29 Revision Sessions-Thursday afternoons, 3.15-4.15pm in LG29 Exam Dates - Paper 1: Thursday 18thth June 2017, Paper 2: Thursday 15th June 2017, Paper 3:
Tuesday 20th June 2017
HomeworkStudents will be set regular homework to consolidate learning in class and to strengthen their knowledge and skills set required to pass the course. Homework tasks will be set such as research tasks, revision for tests and application activities and students will be given regular essays to complete in their own time in addition to completing them under timed conditions, in class.
Resources http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/sociology/as-and-a-level/sociology-2190 Haralambos and Holborn (2000), Sociology Themes and Perspectives, Fifth Edition, Harper Collins
Publishers Webb et al (2009), A2 Sociology: The complete course for the AQA specification, Napier Press Browne et al (2014) Sociology for A2 AQA, Polity Press
How to prepare for September 2016 Come well equipped to the first lesson with a file, file dividers and plenty of stationery Keep up to date over the summer months in relation to Global issues through reading newspapers
such as the Telegraph and the Guardian and watching the News Familiarise yourself with Sociology Ferret on You tube. This link has a number of video clips to
enable you to explore some of the topics we will be studying http://www.youtube.com/user/SociologyFerret
Visit http://www.podology.org.uk/ for podcasts, videos and articles covering a wide range of issues
Research a Cult of your choice from the list below and create a PowerPoint presentation on it which you will be asked to deliver when you return after the summer: Moonies Transcendental Mediation Scientology Church of Bible Understanding The Manson Family
Aum Shinrikyo Restoration of the 10 Commandments Raelism Order of the Solar Temple Heaven’ s Gate
Branch Dividians Unification Church
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----AQA SPANISH A2 LEVEL 2696
Director of Faculty: Ms S White (email [email protected])Key Stage 5 Co-ordinator/ Head of Subject:
Ms D McVey (email [email protected])
Topics studied this year: Cultural topics; Pedro Almodovar and Eduardo Mendoza Environment; pollution, energy and protecting the planet Contemporary Social Issues; wealth and poverty, law and order, impact of scientific progress The Multicultural Society; immigration, integration and racism
Assessments End of Unit Assessments on all 4 skill areas after each topic is completed. A2 Level past papers each term and for mock examinations. Mock speaking examinations each term. Timed essays each half term
Key Dates February-mock examinationApril/ May-A2 Speaking examinationMay/June-A2 Paper Unit 3
HomeworkA range of homework tasks will be given by both teachers each week to include essays, listening tasks, reading comprehensions, oral presentations and reading around the topic areas. Revision of key vocabulary and grammar will also be a vital component of the homework. Expect to spend at least 3 hours per week on homework.
Resources www.aqa.org.uk AQA Spanish A2 textbook Palabra Por Palabra vocab book Medium size Spanish dictionary http://www.languagesresources.co.uk http://www.ver-taal.com http://20minutos.tv www.bbc.co.uk/mundo www.rtve.es
How to prepare for September 2016 Revise all A2 vocabulary carefully, especially higher level vocab Look over and revise all grammar points, especially tenses
Keep up to date with current affairs, especially things that are happening in Spain or South America.
Complete work packs given on Cultural Topics Watch your favourite movie with Spanish subtitles Go to a Spanish speaking country if you get the chance!!
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----QCF Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Sport (Double award)
Director of Faculty: Mr F Fenton (email [email protected])Course Leader: Mr A Dunne ( email [email protected])
Topics studied this year Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport The Physiology of Fitness Assessing Risk in Sport Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Sports Coaching Practical Team Sports Sports Development
AssessmentsUnits are broken down in to tasks, which must be completed by set deadlines. Assignments must meet the criteria fully on initial submission, as only one submission is permitted under exam board guidelines. Work will be assessed by the subject teacher and graded according to the criteria met (Pass, Merit or Distinction).
Key Dates Christmas Holidays Easter Break May Half Term
HomeworkCoursework will need to be completed outside of curriculum time, if not completed within lesson time.
ResourcesBTEC National Sport: Development, Coaching and Fitness 2nd Edition – Jennifer Stafford-Brown & Simon Rea.
How to prepare for September 2016Begin to read up on Anatomy & Physiology, Health & Safety and Sports Initiatives & NGB’s.
Special Education Needs& Disabilities
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School SENCO: Ms R Sheldrake (email [email protected])
The SEND department is within the Inclusion Faculty. The department aims to raise achievement across the curriculum for students who have additional needs or disabilities, are vulnerable and need a little extra support in or outside the classroom.
We work within and beyond the classroom in partnership with subject, pastoral staff and parents to meet the individual needs of pupils from Years 7 through to Year 13.
For further information please see our website.
PARRS WOOD HIGH SCHOOLTerm Dates 2016-2017
DAY DATE SCHOOL EVENT
Friday 1st September Training Day
Monday 4th September Training Day
Tuesday 5th September Term Starts
Friday 20th October Term Ends
Monday – Friday 23rd - 27th October Half Term Break
Monday 30th October Term starts
Friday 24th November Training Day Friday 22nd December Term Ends
Monday – Friday 25th December 2017 – 8th January 2018 Christmas Break
Monday 8th January Term Starts
Friday 16th February Term Ends
Monday – Friday 19th-23rd February Half Term Break
Monday 26th February Term Starts
Thursday 29th March Term Ends
Friday – Monday 30th March – Friday 13th April Easter Break
Friday 13th April Training Day
Monday 16th April Term Starts
Monday 7th May May DayFriday 25th May Term Ends
Monday – Friday 28th May – 1st June Half Term Break
Monday 4th June Term starts
Monday 2nd July Training Day
Friday 20th July Term Ends
Good Friday: 30th March 2018Easter Monday: Monday 2nd April 2018
May Day: Monday 7th May 2018Spring Bank Holiday : Monday 28th May 2018
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