The 2017 Leaving Cert and Junior Cert History exam papers can be viewed using the links below. |
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| student_worksheet_-_the_home_rule_crisis.pdf |
Video clip question worksheet
| video_clip_question_worksheet.pdf |
Below is a target sheet that teachers can use to provide leaving cert history essay feedback to students.
| lchist_-_target_sheet_for_essays.pdf |
Plickers (i.e. paper clickers) is a formative assessment digital tool that can be used by you to collect classroom responses from students in real time. This tool is particularly useful for classrooms without student devices.
You will need an internet enabled computer, smartphone or tablet, projector, large screen and a set of code cards.
You will need an internet enabled computer, smartphone or tablet, projector, large screen and a set of code cards.
History students responding to a multiple choice question using code cards.
In order to gather students' responses, you must download the free app onto your smart device. Students do not need to download the app. Instead, they will each need a code card. These can be printed, for free, via plickers.com. I advise you to print onto white card paper for durability.
The code card could then be pasted to the inside cover of a student notebook. Alternatively, print using normal paper, matte laminate the cards and store them in the classroom. The same card set can then be used for multiple classes.
Each code card has a unique number that can be assigned to individual students. The code card has four sides, lettered A, B, C and D. Each side of the card represents an answer choice.
The code card could then be pasted to the inside cover of a student notebook. Alternatively, print using normal paper, matte laminate the cards and store them in the classroom. The same card set can then be used for multiple classes.
Each code card has a unique number that can be assigned to individual students. The code card has four sides, lettered A, B, C and D. Each side of the card represents an answer choice.
Code Card, Number 1
Class groups are set up using the Plickers website. Plickers automatically assigns card numbers to students as names are entered.
Class group and student names.
The next step is to add questions. Using the web go to your Library and toggle the '+' icon. Questions can be multiple choice or true/false. Make the questions more appealing by adding images. Questions can be organised into folders as well as assigned to specific class groups.
Adding a question to your Library.
Open the app on your mobile device and select the class. Go to your Library and select the question you want to display. Select the Live View tab on the web to display question and class to a large screen via a projector. You also have the option to queue multiple questions.
Question and class in Live View for the large screen.
A student will hold the card so that the chosen letter is at the top. Tap the camera icon and scan responses. Select the Live View tab on the website to instantly display results on the large screen.
The Live View will show the overall results only, ensuring anonymity for a student who has answered incorrectly. The app, which only you can see, will display the answer given by each individual student.
All the data will be stored on the web for you to monitor progress via the Question History and Scoresheet tabs.
The Live View will show the overall results only, ensuring anonymity for a student who has answered incorrectly. The app, which only you can see, will display the answer given by each individual student.
All the data will be stored on the web for you to monitor progress via the Question History and Scoresheet tabs.
Question History for a class group.
I tend to use Plickers half-way through a lesson to check for student understanding. If I am satisfied with the responses I carry on with the lesson as planned. If I am unsatisfied with the responses I alter the lesson plan accordingly. It also allows me to identify an individual student who may be struggling where others are not.
Plickers is a brilliant tool if you want to practice formative assessment in the classroom using digital technology!
Watch the helpful video below:
Plickers is a brilliant tool if you want to practice formative assessment in the classroom using digital technology!
Watch the helpful video below:
Question 3 of the Junior Cert History exam is short-answer questions. This question examines content from years 1 to 3. The most effective way to prepare for this section is to practice past questions.
Below is a guide on how this section should be approached. Resource also contains 20 short-answer questions taken from past Junior Cert exam papers. Sample answers included.
Test yourself! Attempt the short-answer questions before referring to the sample answers. Give yourself 15 minutes. This resource should be used as part of the final preparation for the mock exam or the state exam.
Below is a guide on how this section should be approached. Resource also contains 20 short-answer questions taken from past Junior Cert exam papers. Sample answers included.
Test yourself! Attempt the short-answer questions before referring to the sample answers. Give yourself 15 minutes. This resource should be used as part of the final preparation for the mock exam or the state exam.
| guide_to_question_3_and_sample_short-answer_questions._sample_answers_included_[higher_level].pdf |
The leaving cert history exams take place on Wednesday 14th June, 2.00 - 4.50. The junior cert history exams are also on Wednesday 14th June. Higher level, 2.00 - 4.30. Ordinary level, 2.00 - 3.00. Click on the links below for the full timetables.
Junior Cert Timetable 2017
Leaving Cert Timetable 2017
Below is a list of key paragraphs that should be prepared in preparation for Question 6 [Parts C & D] of the Junior Cert History exam [Higher Level]. Part C examines your knowledge of 20th century Irish history. Part D deals with 20th century international relations. Typically, both parts ask students to write two paragraphs. A paragraph will be worth 10 or 12 marks.
Include a minimum of 5-6 Significant Relevant Statements in a paragraph. Limit background information to one statement. Resource contains a sample paragraph, 'The civil rights movement in Northern Ireland'.
Chart your progress by highlighting each paragraph on the list as you progress.
Include a minimum of 5-6 Significant Relevant Statements in a paragraph. Limit background information to one statement. Resource contains a sample paragraph, 'The civil rights movement in Northern Ireland'.
Chart your progress by highlighting each paragraph on the list as you progress.
| list_of_key_paragraphs_for_question_6_[parts_c___d]_and_a_sample_answer.pdf |
Junior Cert History: Revision checklist for People in History and a sample note. Updated for 2020!
19/12/2016
Section 4 of the Junior Cert History exam is People in History. Students are required to write two essay type answers. One from Part A and one from Part B. Both parts have a choice of three. This section is worth 40 marks [20 X 2] at Higher Level. It is worth 50 marks [25 X 2] at Ordinary Level.
Below is a checklist for People in History questions. To prepare, a Higher Level student should note 8-10 Significant Relevant Statements for each question. An Ordinary Level student should note 5 Significant Relevant Statements for each question. A journal or notebook may be kept for this purpose. It is advisable to highlight one key term within each fact. This resource also contains a sample Higher Level note on Christopher Columbus.
Below is a checklist for People in History questions. To prepare, a Higher Level student should note 8-10 Significant Relevant Statements for each question. An Ordinary Level student should note 5 Significant Relevant Statements for each question. A journal or notebook may be kept for this purpose. It is advisable to highlight one key term within each fact. This resource also contains a sample Higher Level note on Christopher Columbus.
| revision_checklist_for_people_in_history_and_a_sample_note.pdf |
 | The Cork History Teachers' Association have set up a YouTube Channel. It is full of relevant videos for junior and senior history students and teachers. Videos are arranged into helpful playlists. It's a fantastic resource! Check it out and subscribe. Anyone can suggest videos to be added by using #CorkHTAYouTube on twitter. |
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