Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed

Useful Resources

Psychology

2 hrs

X 2 Exams

Core Studies:

Section A - A mixture of short answer questions that require detailed knowledge and application of the core studies

Section B - A mixture of short and long essay questions focusing on the debates and approaches

Section C – A mixture of short and long essay questions involving apply psychological knowledge to a real life situation/scenario/experiment

Research Methods:

Section A: 20 Multiple choice questions

Section B: A mixture of short and long answer questions that application of knowledge to a given study/investigation

Section C: A mixture of short answer questions that require knowledge of data analysis and interpretation

Core Studies: Evaluation, application, comparisons and detailed knowledge of:

The 10 core studies: Milgram, Bocchiaro, Loftus, Grant, Bandura, Chaney, Sperry, Casey, Freud, Baron-Cohen

Psychological debates and approaches

Research methods unit Research Methods: Evaluation, application and detailed knowledge of:

Research Methods: experiments, correlations, self-reports, observations

Reliability and Validity

How science works e.g. induction/deduction, falsification etc

Maths and descriptive statistics; fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages, mean, median, mode etc

Data recording, analysis and presentation

Report writing

Inferential statistics

Ethics Course content and exam questions: www.psychologywithmisssmith.wordpress.com Practice Papers: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-psychology-h167-h567-from-2015/assessment/ Specification: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-psychology-h167-h567-from-2015/specification-at-a-glance/

Subject Duration Type of assessment

Style of questions

Topics/content assessed Useful resources

English Language

2h 30 minutes

1x exam Section A 2 questions on how the language creates meanings and representations One comparison question Section B Choice of 1 evaluation question on Child Language acquisition based on 3 data sets

Section A: Textual Variations and Representations When analysing texts, students should explore how language is: • shaped according to audience, purpose, genre, mode and context •used to construct meanings and representations • used to enact relationships between writers, speakers and audiences or between participants within a text. This exploration will include: •methods of language analysis • how identity is constructed • how audiences are addressed and positioned • the functions of the texts • the structure and organisation of the texts • how representations are produced. - Section B: Children’s Language Development. the functions of children’s language •phonological, pragmatic, lexical, semantic and grammatical development • different genres of speech and writing • different modes of communication (spoken, written, multimodal) •theories and research about language development.

Practice papers: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/english/AQA-77021-SQP.PDF Specification: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/english/specifications/AQA-7701-7702-SP-2015.PDF

Subject Duration Type of assessment

Style of questions

Topics/content assessed Useful resources

English Literature

3 hours 1x exam 1 Shakespeare essay responding to a statement and an extract. 1 comparison of 2 unseen poems. 1 comparison of prose text to poetry anthology

Section A-‘Othello’ plot, structure, language and form. Close textual analysis. Consideration of contexts of production and reception. Debate interpretations using different critical theories. Section B Compare two unseen poems and the ways on which the poets use language structure and form to create meaning. Debate interpretations using different critical theories. Section C-Compare anthology poems to ‘A Room with a View’. Analyse the ways the writers use language structure and form to create meaning. Consider the impacts of context on production and reception. Debate interpretations using different critical theories.

Specification: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/english/specifications/AQA-7711-7712-SP-2015.PDF Past papers: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/english/AQA-77121-SQP.PDF

Subject Duration Type of Assessment Style of Questions Topics/Content

Assessed Useful Resources

Spanish 2 hours 45 minutes

Paper 1: Listening and reading 1 hour 45 minutes Paper 2: Writing 1 hour

Paper 1: Listening, reading and writing Listening and responding to spoken passages from a range of contexts and sources. Material will include complex factual and abstract content and questions will target main points, gist and detail. Students will have individual control of the recording. Questions in Spanish to be answered with non-verbal responses or in Spanish (35 marks). • Reading and responding to a variety of texts written for different purposes, drawn from a range of authentic sources and adapted as necessary. Material will include complex factual and abstract content and questions will target main points, gist and detail. Questions in Spanish to

Paper 1: Listening, reading and writing • Aspects of Hispanic society • Artistic culture in the Hispanic world • Grammar Paper 2: Writing Film analysis: Volver • One film from the list in the specification

Course content and exam questions: Google Classroom Useful vocabulary: Listening and reading exercises: https://www.kerboodle.com/app/courses/30874/modules/Digital%20Book Vocabulary revision:

Kerboodle and Quizlet https://quizlet.com/en-gb

Essay writing:

Toolkit on Google Classroom

Palabra por Palabra

be answered with non-verbal responses or in Spanish (45 marks). • Translation into English (10 marks) Paper 2: Writing • All questions will require a critical response to aspects such as plot, characterisation, imagery or other stylistic features as appropriate to the work studied. No access to texts or films during the assessment. (Approximately 250 words)

Subject: Duration: Assessment: Style of questions: Topic and content: Useful Resources:

Sociology 1 hour 30 minute exam paper

Paper 1: Socialisation, Culture and Identity; Families and Relationships

Section A: 6 marks (explain the concept) 12 marks (explain an idea/argument in the context of 2 sources) 20 marks (explain and briefly evaluate and argument) Section B: 12 marks (explain 2 ideas/arguments/reasons in detail) 16 marks (explain and briefly evaluate an argument) 24 marks (assess/evaluate a view)

Section A: What is culture? -culture, norms and values -types of culture -cultural hybridity -cultural diversity What is socialisation? -primary and secondary socialisation - agencies of socialisation -the nature/nurture debate -formal and informal control What is identity? -social class -ethnicity and nationality -gender and sexuality -age -disability Section B: How diverse are modern families? The diversity of family and household types in the contemporary UK: -nuclear families -extended families -lone parent families

-Folders and notes from the year -Revision overview sheets created in class -Textbook 1

-reconstituted families -same-sex families -non-family households Aspects of and reasons for family and household diversity in the contemporary UK, including: -trends in marriage, divorce and cohabitation -demographic changes: •birth-rate •family size •age at marriage •age of childbearing •ageing population - family diversity in terms of: •social class •ethnicity •sexuality The ideology of the nuclear family and the theoretical debates about the role and desirability of the nuclear family in contemporary society: -functionalism -New Right -Marxism -feminism -postmodernism

Debates about the extent of family diversity in the Contemporary UK. To what extent are roles and relationships within families and households changing? Roles and relationships between partners and how they are changing, including issues of power. Roles and relationshipsbetween parents and children and how they are changing, including issues of power.

Subject Duration

Type of Assessment

Style of Questions

Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

Maths 2hours

Paper 1 - Pure

Chapters 1 – 11 – Text Book

Polynomials

Binomial Expansion

Algebraic Division

Indices

Surds

Quadratics

Inequalities

The Discriminant

Simultaneous Equations

Sketching Curves

Transformations of Curves

Co-ordinate Geometry Straight Lines Tangents and Normals Intersections Circles

Trigonometry Sine and Cosine Rule Solving Equations Trig Identities

Logs and Exponentials

Differentiation with Co-ord Geometry

Integration Area under a curve

Vectors Geometrical proof

Proof by deduction or exhaustion disproof by counter example

C1 and C2 past papers – www.physicsandmathstutor.com Ignore any questions involving sequences. www.mymaths.co.uk userid: ousedale password: segment A LEVEL sections. AS Specification – available on the O drive O:\Maths\A LEVEL MATHS 2018\Year 12 Specification.pdf Or https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/A%20Level/Mathematics/2017/specification-and-sample-assesment/as-l3-mathematics-specification.pdf

1 hour 10 minutes

Paper 2 - Applied

Chapters 12 – 16 of text book

STATISTICS

LARGE DATA SET

Date presentation and Interpretation

www.mymaths.co.uk userid: ousedale password: segment

Mean Standard Deviation and Variance Median by Interpolation Correlation Box Plots and outliers Sampling

Probability Venn Diagrams Tree Diagrams Discrete Probability Distributions Binomial Distribution Hypothesis testing

MECHANICS

Kinemtics SUVAT Vertical Motion Distance Time Graphs Velocity Time Graphs Variable Acceleration (Differentiation and Integration)

Forces Equilibrium F=ma Connected particles – Lifts, Pulleys, Cars and Caravans

A LEVEL sections. AS Specification – available on the O drive O:\Maths\A LEVEL MATHS 2018\Year 12 Specification.pdf Or https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/A%20Level/Mathematics/2017/specification-and-sample-assesment/as-l3-mathematics-specification.pdf Practice papers provided by school

Subject Duration Type of

assessment Style of questions

Topics/ Content Assessed Useful resources

Media 2hrs 1 exam 1st Hour – Media One style questions. 2nd Hour – Media Two style questions.

Media One Questions based on targeted Close Study Products plus one unseen text Questions will vary in marks from 6 through to 20. Media Two Questions will be based on in depth Close Study Products plus one unseen text. Questions will all be 25 marks except for unseen text question

Media One – Targeted Close Study Products Film Chicken – Industries Advertising and Marketing Maybelline and Score adverts – Language and Representation. Music Video Billy Jean – Language and Representation. . Media Two – In Depth Close Study Products Magazines – Oh Comely and Men’s Health. Language, Representation, Audience and Industries TV Drama – Deutschland 83 and Capital. Language, Representation, Audience and Industries Wider Contexts Social, political, economic, cultural and historical contexts of

https://mediaahoy.wordpress.com/ http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/media-studies/as-and-a-level/media-studies-7572 Close Study Product Information School shared drive:

which will be 12 marks.

production, consumption and response. Theories

Judith Butler and Gender Performance

Stuart Hall’s Reception and Representation theories

Liesbet Van Zoonen and Femininity

bell hooks and Femininity

Claude Levi Strauss and Binary Oppositions

Tvetzan Todorov and Narratology

George Gerbner and Cultivation Theory

Steve Neal and Genre Theory

David Hesmonhalgh and Cultural Industries

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

Physics 2 hrs

X 3 Exams

Paper 1 (Y12 Content):

60 marks short and long answer questions which may involve definitions, explanations or calculations.

25 marks of multiple choice questions on key content

Paper 2 (Y13 Content):

60 marks short and long answer questions which may involve definitions, explanations or calculations.

25 marks of multiple choice questions on key content

Paper 3 (Practical Skills and Astrophysics):

Section A (Practical Skills): 45 marks of short and long answer questions on practical experiments and data analysis.

Section B (Astrophysics): 35 marks of short and long answer questions on the astrophysics optional topic.

Paper 1 (Y12 Content) – Including:

Measurements and their

errors

Particles and radiation

Waves

Mechanics and materials

Electricity

Periodic Motion

Paper 2 (Y13 Content) – Including:

Thermal Physics

Fields and their

consequences

Nuclear Physics

Paper 2 (Practical Skills and Astrophysics) – Including:

Knowledge of required

practicals

How to Undertake a practical

Data Analysis

Telescopes

Stellar Classification

Cosmology

Practice Papers: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/as-and-a-level/physics-7407-7408/assessment-resources Specification: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/as-and-a-level/physics-7407-7408/spec-at-a-glance Revision content is also available on the learning zone and through the emails sent previously

Subject Duration Type of

Assessment Style of Questions Topics/Content

Assessed Useful Resources

History 1hr 45min

2x exams

One extract based question. Requires analysis and linking to the question. Also, provenance and contextual knowledge. One essay based question. Answer needs supporting with precise evidence and development.

Britain: 1906-1929 Liberal governments Economy Social Issues Challenges and Crisis 1914-1922 Politics in wartime Economic issues Impact of war Ireland 1929-1939 Political developments Economic issues Depression Challenges to stability Germany: 1871-1914 Constitution Kaiser Wilhelm I and Bismarck Kaiser Wilhelm II and Chancellors Economy Social developments 1914-1929 Revolutions and peace

‘Germany 1871-1991 The Quest for Political Stability’ Steve Ellis and Alan Farmer. ‘Germany 1871-1991’ Sally Waller ‘Wars and Welfare’ Michael Willis

Impact of war 1924-29 improvement? Cultural and social changes Condition of Germany by 1929

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed

Useful Resources

Biology 1h 30min hrs

X 2 Exams

Paper 1 and Paper 2: Each will contain any content from topics 1-4 (all topics covered in year 12). Includes any relevant practical skills. 91 marks in on each paper total of which:

76 marks: a mixture of short and long answer questions.

15 marks: extended response questions.

Core content 1. Biological molecules

2. Cells

3. Organisms exchange

substances with their environment

4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms

Lesson PowerPoints/ Key words: http://learning.ousedale.org.uk/course/index.php?categoryid=43 Practice Papers: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/as-and-a-level/biology-7401-7402/assessment-resources AS Exam Question booklet: http://learning.ousedale.org.uk/course/view.php?id=255 Specification: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/as-and-a-level/biology-7401-7402

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed

Useful Resources

Philosophy and Ethics

2 hrs

X 2 Exams

40 mark essay questions - there will be a choice of 4 for each paper and three must be completed. AO1 - subject content (16 marks) AO2 - Evaluation (24 marks)

Philosophy: - Plato - Aristotle - Cosmological Argument - Teleological Argument - Ontological Argument - Religious Experience - The Problem of Evil Ethics: - Situation Ethics - Natural Law - Kant - Utilitarianism - Euthanasia - Business Ethics - Meta-Ethics

The A Level Specification The Learning Zone Religious Studies for OCR textbook Revision guides YouTube - Crash Course in Philosophy (there are lots on there for these topics)

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

Geography 2 x 1 hour exams:

Exams Paper 1: Physical Paper 2: Human

Mixture of:

4 mark quantitative

questions

4, 6, 8 mark ‘explain’

questions

12 mark ‘assess’

questions

20 mark ‘evaluate’

questions

Some resource based questions.

Skills:

Mathematical, including

statistical

Graphical

Data interpretation

Application of knowledge and

understanding.

Explaining, assessing, and

evaluating.

Physical topics: Tectonics and Coasts Human topics: Globalisation and Regeneration

O Drive and Learning Zone:

Specification

Ousedale Student Guides

for each topic

Examples of exam

questions and examiner

marked answers with

comments.

Subject Duration

Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed

Useful Resources

A Level Business

2 Hours Written Exam

Various:

Section A: Multiple-choice

Section B: Short answer questions

Section C: two data response stimuli with questions worth approximately 25 marks

Supplementary: data response worth approximately 20 marks

All Year 1 content: 1. What is

business? 2. Managers,

leadership & decision-making

3. Marketing performance

4. Operational performance

5. Financial performance

6. Human resource performance

Course text Taking The Biz (YouTube Channel) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIlJ4pk3uzyWoeoBkGs0hxQ

Subject Duration Type of assessment Styles of questions Topics/Content assessed

Useful resources

A-Level Product Design

2.30Hrs Paper 1 exam – Technical Principles 30% of A-level 120mks

Mixture of short and long answer questions. Contains science and maths based questions as well and design. Highest marking question 14 marks

All technical principles from the specification (3.1) Mechanical and physical properties of materials. Manufacture types and processes. Smart and modern materials Moral, social and ethical issues surrounding design and designing.

All specification information can be found on the school learning zone. All courses, design technology, KS5, Aqa product design A-level projects Programme of revision can be found in their google classroom and also on the learning zone.

Subject Duration

Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

Music Technology

1hr 15mins

X1 Listening Exam

Section A Section A will consist of four questions of 10 marks each, which may include multiple-choice, gap-fill, diagrammatic, short-open and open response questions using unfamiliar commercial recordings as a stimulus. Section B Section B will consist of two extended open response The first will be comparative and based on production techniques and effects processing used on two unfamiliar commercial recordings (15 marks). The second will be based on one recording and ask the student to consider the wider musical context (20 marks).

1.1 Capture of sound

Gain structure and how it affects noise and distortion The characteristics and suitability of microphone types The suitability of microphone placement techniques The advantages and disadvantages of microphone types in terms of polar pattern and frequency response Advanced microphone techniques How microphones work 1.2 Synthesis

How synthesis is used to create sounds How timbre is affected by a wider range of parameters 1.3 Sampling

Pitch mapping Editing samples Looping Advanced parameters 1.4 Sequencing

Quantise

Course content and exam questions: Ousedale School Learning Zone Practice Papers: Ousedale School Learning Zone Specification: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/music-technology-2017.html

Editing skills 1.5 Audio editing

How to remove clicks and noise 1.6 Pitch and rhythm correction and

manipulation

How to correct inaccuracies in pitch How to correct inaccuracies in rhythm Parameters that allow greater control and creativity 1.7 Automation

How to use volume and pan automation Automating parameters of plug-ins 1.8 Dynamic processing

Uses of compression and gating Core and advanced parameters of a compressor and gate 1.9 Stereo

Pan 1.10 EQ

Different types of EQ used in a recording How parameters affect the sound 1.11 Effects

Core and Advanced parameters Reverb Delay Modulated Delay Wah Wah Pedal Distortion

Tremelo Vocal Effects Lo-Fi 1.12 Balance and Blend

Balance Blend 1.13 Mastering

Perceived Volume Mastering parameters Understanding how E.Q is used in the mastering process 2.1 Acoustics How the live room acoustics affect the recording Acoustic parameters 2.2 Lead’s and Signals Connectivity including signal path and signal; types The different types of leads Impedance 2.3 Numeracy Technical numeracy 2.4 Levels Principles of levels and metering

Levels and metering scales 3.1 Software and hardware digital Digital hardware/software attributes Digital sequencing and digital audio workstations (DAW) Digital consumer formats Digital recording and sampling hardware 3.2 Hardware: analogue Analogue hardware attributes Tape machines Analogue consumer formats Analogue effects Analogue synthesisers Electric instruments

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

Music 1hr 40min Exam

Appraising Exams (Written Paper with Audio CD that students will have control over)

Section A: Listening Students will be assessed on their ability to analyse and evaluate the music heard in the exam and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of musical elements and musical language to make critical judgements Each set of questions will contain three excerpts of unfamiliar music by the named artists/composers for each Area of study. One question in each set will be an extended answer and require students to use knowledge of appropriate musical elements and musical language to make critical judgements relating to the context of an artist's/composer's work in the Area of study. Section B: Analysis Students will be required to answer one question, including short answers and extended writing, on an

Area of study 1: Western classical tradition 1650–1910 (compulsory) Baroque: the solo concerto Classical: the operas of Mozart Area of study 5: Jazz Louis Armstrong Duke Ellington Charlie Parker Miles Davis Pat Metheny Gwilym Simcock Reading staff notation Chords and their associated chord symbols Musical vocabulary and terminology

O Drive and Learning Zone:

Specification

Ousedale Student Guides

for each topic

Examples of exam

questions and examiner

marked answers with

comments in student

listening books.

extract of the set works from the two selected strands in Area of study 1. The question paper will include scores of the extracts. Section C: Essay Students will be required to answer one essay question on Area of study 5: Jazz

Subject Duration

Type of Assessment Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

Chemistry 2 x 1.5 h exams:

Exams Paper 1 ( Weighting = 50%)

Relevant Physical

chemistry

(Sections 3.1.1 to

3.1.4, 3.1.6 and

3.1.7)

Inorganic

chemistry

(Sections 3.2.1 to

3.2.3)

Relevant practical

skills

Paper 2: : ( weighting 50%)

Relevant Physical

chemistry

(Sections 3.1.2 to

3.1.6)

Organic chemistry

(Sections 3.3.1 to

3.3.6)

Relevant practical

skills

Each paper has a total of 80 marks (160 marks for both papers). Mixtures of:

65 marks of

short and

long answer

questions

15 marks of

multiple

choice

questions

Skills: Both paper will include the following assessment objectives (AOs): AO1-Demonsrtate knowledge and

understanding of scientific ideas, processes,

techniques and procedures ( weightings for

each paper is 35% and overall weightings is

35%)

AO2- Apply knowledge and understanding of

scientific ideas, processes, techniques and

procedures:

In a theoretical context

In a practical context

When handling qualitative data

When handling quantitative data (weightings for

each paper is 43% and overall weightings is

43%)

AO3- Analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific

information, ideas and evidence, including in

relation to issues, to:

Make judgements and reach conclusions

Develop and refine practical design and procedures

( weightings for each paper is 22% and overall

weightings for both is 22%).

20% of the overall assessment of AS Chemistry will

contain mathematical skills equivalent to Level 2 or

Course content:

O drive and Learning Zone

Practice Papers

http://www.aqa.org.uk/exams-administration/exams-guidance/find-past-papers-and-mark-schemes

Specification

http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/science/as-and-a-level/chemistry-7404-7405/specification-at-a-glance

USEFUL SITE for Revision

http://www.a-levelchemistry.co.uk

above. At least 15% of the overall assessment of

As Chemistry will assess knowledge, skills and

understanding in relation to practical work

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions

Topics/Content Assessed

Useful Resources

Computer Science A level

Paper 1 40% 2 hrs 30 mins

Computer-based exam using EAD (electronic answer document using Microsoft Word)

Section A – General theory questions to do with Paper 1 programming theory content Section B – Making and testing a Console App including writing a suitable algorithm to complete the specific set task Section C – Set theory questions based on the pre-release skeleton code the exam board has provided Section D – Programming challenges which are using the skeleton code the exam board has provided. Students must code improvements and extensions based on the question

Fundamentals of programming Fundamentals of data structures Fundamentals of algorithms Theory of computation

Revision Materials: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTEyMTU0MjUwN1pa Practice Papers: http://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/computer-science-and-it/as-and-a-level/computer-science-7516-7517/assessment-resources Specification: http://filestore.aqa.org.uk/resources/computing/specifications/AQA-7516-7517-SP-2015.PDF

paper questions. They test and screenshot their outcomes on the EAD.

Paper 2 40% 2 hrs 30 mins

Paper-based exam Calculator permitted

A mixture of short answer, long answer and algorithmic tracing / problem-solving questions

Fundamentals of data representation Fundamentals of computer systems Fundamentals of computer organisation and architecture Consequences of uses of computing Fundamentals of communication and networking Fundamentals of databases Big Data Fundamentals of functional programming Systematic approach to problem solving

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

PE Comp 1 Applied Anatomy & Exercise Physiology

2 hr 1 Exam – 90 marks AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding. 40% AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding. 40% AO3: Analyse and evaluate. 20%

A mixture of short answer questions that require detailed knowledge, the identification of key terms and practical application of knowledge.

One 20 mark essay question focusing synoptic assessment – the ability to link knowledge from various parts of the specification.

Joints, movements and muscles. Functional roles of muscles and types of contraction. Analysis of movement. Skeletal muscle contraction. Muscle contraction during exercise of differing intensities and during recovery. Exercise at altitude and heat. Diet and nutrition. Ergogenic aids. Cardiovascular system at rest. Cardiovascular system during exercise and recovery. Respiratory system at rest. Respiratory system during exercise and recovery. ATP and energy transfer. Energy systems and ATP re-synthesis. ATP re-synthesis during exercise. The recovery process.

OCR PE webpage inc. Specification: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h155-h555-from-2016/ Textbooks and Resources: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h155-h555-from-2016/textbooks/ Exam Questions and Lesson Resources: http://learning.ousedale.org.uk/

PE Comp 2 Skill Acquisition & Sport Psychology

1 hr 1 Exam – 60 marks AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding. 33% AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding. 33% AO3: Analyse and evaluate. 33%

A mixture of short answer questions that require detailed knowledge, the identification of key terms and practical application of knowledge.

One 10 mark essay question focusing synoptic assessment – the ability to link knowledge from various parts of the specification.

Individual differences (personality, attitudes, motivation, arousal, anxiety, aggression, social facilitation). Group and team dynamics. Goal setting in sport performance.

OCR PE webpage inc. Specification: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h155-h555-from-2016/ Textbooks and Resources: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h155-h555-from-2016/textbooks/ Exam Questions and Lesson Resources: http://learning.ousedale.org.uk/

PE Comp 3 Sport and Society & Contemporary Issues in Sport

1 hr

1 Exam – 60 marks AO1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding. 33% AO2: Apply knowledge and understanding. 33% AO3: Analyse and evaluate. 33%

A mixture of short answer questions that require detailed knowledge, the identification of key terms and practical application of knowledge.

One 10 mark essay question focusing synoptic assessment – the ability to link knowledge from various parts of the specification.

Emergence and evolution of modern sport (pre-industrial Britain, post 1850 industrial Britain, sport in 20th century Britain, sport in 21st century Britain). Global sporting events (modern Olympic games, hosting global sporting events).

OCR PE webpage inc. Specification: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h155-h555-from-2016/ Textbooks and Resources: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-a-level-gce-physical-education-h155-h555-from-2016/textbooks/ Exam Questions and Lesson Resources: http://learning.ousedale.org.uk/

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions

Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

Economics 2 hrs

1 Exam based on Theme 1 and Theme 2

PLEASE NOTE – THIS IS A MODIFIED VERSION OF AN A LEVEL PAPER THAT YOU WILL SIT AT THE END OF THE 2 YEARS SO THE LAYOUT IS SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT. Section A – Microeconomics (Theme 1) A mixture of short answer questions including multiple choice, diagrams and numerical questions. There will also be short explain/define style questions. Total for this section = 25 marks.

See specification given to you at the start of the academic year as all content from Theme 1 and Theme 2 could be assessed here. If you need another copy then check here: https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/A%20Level/economics-a/2015/specification-and-sample-assessment-materials/A_Level_Econ_A_Spec.pdf

Course content: See shared drive location: O:\Economics\Mr Britton's Folder This contains all Theme 1 and Theme 2 slides covering the entire year 12 content. Practice Papers: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-a-levels/economics-a-2015.coursematerials.html#filterQuery=Pearson-UK:Category%2FExam-materials (note we are following an adapted version of the 2 hour end of year 13 exams with some content changed so that you are able to complete it). Specification: See previous link (you should also have a paper copy).

Section A – Macroeconomics (Theme 2) A mixture of short answer questions including multiple choice, diagrams and numerical questions. There will also be short explain/define style questions. Total for this section = 25 marks. Section B – Macroeconomics (Theme 2) A 5, 8 and 12 mark question based on a case study/data. 5 mark is a calculate questions, 8 mark is an examine question and the 12 mark is

an assess question. Section C – Macroeconomics (Theme 2) One 25 mark essay question from a choice of 2.

Subject Duration Type of Assessment

Style of Questions Topics/Content Assessed Useful Resources

French 2 hours 45 minutes NB: Listening exam will be done during lesson time

Paper 1: Reading and translation 1 hour 15 minutes Paper 2: Essay and translation into French 1 hour 30 minutes

Paper 1: Reading and translation • Reading and responding to a variety of texts written for different purposes, drawn from a range of authentic sources and adapted as necessary. Material will include complex factual and abstract content and questions will target main points, gist and detail. Questions in Spanish to be answered with non-verbal responses or in French (45 marks). Content will be taken from all topics studied in Year 12. • Translation into English (10 marks) Paper 2: Writing • One essay on film studied. All questions will require a critical response to aspects such as plot, characterisation, imagery or other stylistic features as appropriate to the work studied. (Approximately 250 words)

Translation into French – 5 sentences drawing on content in the stimulus text provided (15 marks).

Paper 1: Reading and translation • Aspects of French-speaking society – current trends; • Artistic culture in the French-speaking world Paper 2: Writing Film analysis: Au Revoir les Enfants • One essay from a choice of two

Translation from English into French content will be the topics as in paper 1

grammar

Course content and exam questions: Students have paper copies of all of the Year 12 content in addition to their passwords for Kerboodle; Kerboodle has all listening materials and the transcripts for the Assessment sections covering the 6 year topics for year 12. Film Study: students have individual copies of the film, Study Guide and a book of the film script, in addition to paper copies of other resources. They also have a set of questions to guide their analysis.

Subject Duration Type of

Assessment Style of Question

Content Resources

Politics 2 hours 1X Exam Three 9 mark explain questions. Pupils will have to give an introduction followed by three examples. One source based question. Pupils will need to analyse and show understanding of the extract. Must also consider provenance. One essay question. Students must look at both sides of the debate, provide precise supporting evidence and fully explain.

The nature and sources of the British Constitution

The structure and role of Parliament

The Prime Minister and cabinet

The judiciary

Devolution

Democracy and participation

Elections and referendums

Political parties

Pressure groups

The European Union

Government and Politics for AS/A Level by Philip Lynch, Paul Fairclough and Toby Cooper (2017, 5th ed.) School revision guide.