MacDonald interpretations: Homework MacDonald interpretations: Provide a fact to support at least 3 statements on each side of the table

The Formation of the National Government - 1931 Learning Objectives K: How the National Government came about. U: The variety of factors which influenced MacDonald’s decision. S: Note-taking, discussion and analysis.

The Formation of the National Government - 1931 Learning Outcomes All Produce notes on the reasons why a National Government was formed in 1931 Most Notes will show organisation and categorisation of reasons, e.g. political / economic Some: Notes will also include links between reasons and judgements about their significance

What strategies / techniques will you need to ensure effective note-making from a lecture? Clear headings / sub-headings Select the information you need to record – don’t attempt to write everything down Abbreviate words Use symbols, arrows, text-speak Leave lots of margin space for your own thoughts – links you identify, judgements you reach

Reasons why the National Government was formed in 1931 Divisions within the Labour govt on how to deal with the economic crisis The continuing worsening of the economy The reactions of the other parties and unions The personality and feelings of MacDonald The actions of King George V

Plenary - Links Worsening economy Divisions in Labour govt Other parties and trade unions King George V MacDonald