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Subject update

Teaching 'the Iron Lady' for GCE History

Margaret Thatcher

Edexcel’s AS topic, 'British Political History 1945-1990: Consensus and Conflict' covers many governments, all of which are possible subjects of controversy, but none more so than that of the Iron Lady. Following the release of 'The Iron Lady' film in cinemas, Geoff Stewart looks at the premiership of Margaret Thatcher, discussing why she is such a controversial figure, and why arguments rage among politicians and historians about her legacy.
 

Free student resource on Northern Ireland c1968-99

Stormont

If you're teaching our controlled assessment topic on Northern Ireland c1968-99, then this update should come as welcome news. We’ve just produced a free student resource which you can download from our website to use with students in class. What’s more, there’s also a great new quiz on this fascinating topic!
 

GCSE reforms 2012: Keeping you informed

GCSE Reforms

Happy new year! In this first update of 2012 we have further information on Ofqual's proposed changes to the GCSE History specifications, including confirmation that GCSE History will be linear for first teaching September 2012, first exam summer 2014. We want to ensure that you have all the information and support you need to deliver the changes to GCSE in 2012, and will continue to keep you updated via this page.

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