The aim of History teaching at Stringer is to stimulate an interest in British and World History and to outline how past events have links with modern society. Pupils experience a breadth of study through three British studies, a European study and two world studies. The course seeks to promote knowledge, understanding and interpretation of history. The course is also intended to develop the writing, speaking, listening and reading skills of pupils of all levels of ability. Links are made where appropriate with the promotion of citizenship. Assessments are made and recorded on a regular basis through ‘Key Assignments’, which are marked according to National Curriculum Levels.
It is our hope that pupils will continue to opt to continue to study History at GCSE level. The GCSE Modern European and World History course (Edexcel History A 1334) consists of the study of four units: Nazi Germany; Vietnam; Superpower Relations 1945-90; and ‘A Divided Union? The USA 1941-1980’. The coursework element accounts for 25% of the final mark. In 2007 86% of History students at Stringer achieved A* - C grade.
