Year 8

What type of home learning will be set?

In Year 7 your homework will consist of 3 detailed homework booklets. You will
receive one booklet per term.

How does it relate to class work, skills, curriculum knowledge?

You will have different activities within your homework booklets. Some activities will
focus on historical skills (Change and continuity, source analysis etc). Others will
focus on your understanding of subject knowledge (Key terms, events, dates)

How often will it be set?

You will be set homework once every two weeks.

How long will students have to complete the work?

You will have at least a week to complete your homework.

Autumn Term – Revision Booklet (What if? / GCSE links)
Spring Term – Native Americans/ Slavery Booklet (Subject knowledge/ change and continuity)
Summer Term – Civil Rights Booklet (Subject knowledge/ interpretations/ sources)

Sanctions

• Lack of homework will result in catch ups with your class teacher.

• Consistent lack of homework will result in phone calls home.

Rewards/Acknowledgement:

• Students who continuously hand in homework of a high standard will be
  sent Bee Postcards. You will also receive positive phone calls home for
  exceptional work.

Helpful Resources:

BITESIZE
Subject knowledge quiz, video clips   https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/zk26n39
SENECA
Subject knowledge and quiz   https://www.senecalearning.com/