A Level Edexcel Learning Grids: Comparative Politics: USA
A brilliant way to support weaker learners!
Students read their textbooks/notes to complete a grid of questions in exact specification order. Cross-referenced to the major textbooks and ZigZag Course Companions to ensure structured study.
Focuses on knowledge. This is the foundation block they need
The structured and active learning method helps students understand the key points and build confidence.
Brilliant for students who learn best by doing. Dramatically improves learning for weaker students; highly motivating.
- Progressive structure helps students grasp the basics before tackling applied questions.
- Requires minimal teacher planning and input – ideal for cover lessons
- An easy-to-set, valuable homework option
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- ZigZag Education Course Companions for A Level Edexcel Politics
- Edexcel GCE Politics AS and A Level Student Book, by Goodlad et al. (Pearson, ISBN 978–1292187020)
- US Government and Politics for A Level (5th Edn.), by Bennett et al. (Hodder 2017, ISBN 978–1471889363)
- US Government and Politics, Bennett, Tuck & Lemieux (Hodder 2021, 978-1398311343)
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Closely focused on the syllabus. Linked to a number of text-books/resources but works particularly well in combination with POD 8779... Helps them produce succinct but relevant notes (their normal inclination when writing notes is to copy out the entire text-book!)... No other resources like this... Great for revision or for making notes, particularly for weaker students.
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