Year 11 information for parents

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Year 11 information for parents GCSE Geography Year 11 information for parents

Assessment Pearson / EDEXCEL

There is a lot of content to cover in the new GCSE Help is available from several sources:

All our lessons and resources are on the L: Drive and accessible through the portal

Resources and quizzes can be found on Doddle Doddle has mini tests and quizzes that give instant feedback and recap areas students are weaker in. It has been set up to only display material relevant to the Edexcel course. One word of caution with Doddle is it shows all the units – including the optional ones we are not doing.

Use Google to search for the Edexcel website Edexcel have published some material online – as this is a new GCSE there is less than in previous years. There are some specimen papers with mark schemes and examples of student responses

BBC Bitesize has been updated for the new GCSE Geography. Search in Google and choose ‘Edexcel’

Some of the case studies are the same as the ones we have covered. Where they are not the same, the information, issues, etc. covered are similar.

YouTube it! This can be especially useful for understanding physical processes or the formation of landforms if students get stuck. There are also documentaries that may be relevant to the named places and case studies we have covered. Beware your child does not spend hours looking for videos – if you can’t find one in 5 minutes, use another resource.

Resources available from publishers Available from Amazon around £6 each

Our review of the Year 10 PPE highlighted areas for development We can help with this, but ultimately students need to put in the time to revise. Resources like Doddle will be useful to see if they have retained the knowledge. Some students had too many gaps in their knowledge Physical processes confusion – Erosion / Transportation / Deposition / Weathering / Mass Movement Named locations / Case studies not understood in depth Lack of revision Reading the question correctly Command words Unpacking the question Location Using the resources when directed Our efforts can be more effective here. So our revision sessions will focus on this aspect. If students intend to attend these sessions they should have done some preparation.

Command words: “point marked” Identify /state/ name Recall one or more pieces of information Define State the meaning of the term Calculate Produce a numerical answer, show relevant working Label Add labels to a resource, graphic or image Draw/Plot Create a graphical representation of information Describe Give main characteristics or the main steps in a process Develop statements DO NOT need justification/reason Compare Similarities & differences between 2 things Must include both elements. Must include statement of similarity or difference Explain Reasoned explanation Justification and exemplification of a point May include use of annotated diagram Suggest Apply your understanding to provide explanation of why something can occur Need a justification or exemplification point

Command words: “Levels marked” ASSESS Use evidence to determine the relative significance of something. Consideration all factors and identify which are most important EXAMINE Break down into individual components / processes Say how each one contributes to the Q Say how the components work together EVALUATE Measure the value / success of something Review info - strengths/weaknesses, alternatives/relevant data Bring together to form a conclusion DISCUSS Explore strengths and weaknesses of different sides of a question Investigate issue by reasoning or argument

Examine Assess Evaluate Ingredients for a good examine, assess or evaluate question Examine Assess Evaluate Break something down into individual components / processes and say how each one individually contributes to the question’s theme/topic Use evidence to determine the relative significance of something. Give consideration to all factors Measure the value or success of something drawing on evidence such as strengths, weaknesses, alternatives and relevant data Include a number of DETAILED points, which are each well DEVELOPED Use geographical language Include case study knowledge / specific examples as a result / therefore / so / consequently / thus / because / moreover / equally / likewise / similarly / alternatively / consequently / furthermore above all / in particular / especially / significantly / indeed / notably / important / greater / lesser / most / least / more / less / on top of this / besides this On the one hand / in comparison / similarly / in contrast / but / however / although / nevertheless / even so, all the same / this suggests / it could be said that / successful / unsuccessful Conclusion = how the components/processes work together and interrelate. LINK identify which are the most important. LINK ultimately provide a substantiated judgement/conclusion. LINK

How you can help - assisting with revision The secret to doing well in exams lies in planning. You can help your child to create a clear revision plan and method of studying that will make them feel in control of their work. Tips for revision planning: work out a revision timetable for each topic break revision time into small chunks - hour-long sessions with short breaks at the end of each session often work well make sure your child has all the essential books and materials condense notes onto postcards to act as revision prompts buy new stationery, highlighters and pens to make revision more interesting mix up revision styles – read, draw, post-it, talk out loud, etc. go through school notes with your child or listen while they revise a topic time your child's attempts at practice questions (we generally work on the idea of 1 mark = 1 minute of writing)

How you can help – providing all-round support The best way to support your child during the stress of revision and exams is to make home life as calm and pleasant as possible. It helps if other members of the household are aware that your child may be under pressure and that allowances should be made for this. Make sure there are plenty of healthy snacks in the fridge and try to provide good, nutritious food at regular intervals. Encourage your child to join family meals, even if it's a busy revision day - it's important to have a change of scene and get away from the books and computer for a while. Also encourage your child to take regular exercise. A brisk walk around the block can help clear the mind before the next revision session. Try not to nag or make too many demands on your child during exam time. Arguments are counter-productive and will only add unnecessary stress and distract from revision. It's important to get a good night's sleep before an exam, so discourage your child from staying up late to cram. And make sure he or she eats a good breakfast on the morning of the exam.

Beyond the PPEs - Targeted intervention groups Following on from the Year 11 PPEs we will be running targeted intervention with small groups of Year 11 on Mondays. This will run in a 3 week cycle and will focus on Year 10 topics and examination technique. 3-4 cycles are planned to occur before February half term By invitation only Geography staff have looked carefully at every students’ performance and selected those they feel need help to secure their grade or to reach the grade above.