GCSE (for first teaching in 2009) History B: Modern World - J417

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Specification update

The amendments are marked with a black line in the left margin of pages 25 and Section 6.4

New GCSE History B Short Course

From last examination June 2010, GCSE History A Short Course will no longer be available - please see the new GCSE History B Short Course for further details. For more information, please read the full notice (PDF, 48Kb).

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Overview

Please note that there are separate specifications for the short course and full courses, but the specimen assessment material for Unit A973 is applicable to both courses.

If you are already teaching History B you can compare current and revised specifications on the What are the changes? page.

Our new specification focuses on the turbulent history of the twentieth century, its key events, people, changes and issues. Viewing history from both a national and global perspective, students will learn about international relations, global conflict and the political development of key countries, and take a detailed look at changes in British society.

Benefits to you and your learners of teaching this qualification

  • An opportunity to study key historical events, people, changes and issues of history, in particular the 20th century.
  • A closer look at changes in British society, including the changing roles of women, changing patterns of ethnicity and how young people's lives have changed.
  • A view of history from national and international perspectives.
  • A detailed look at the most dramatic and troubled periods of human history.
  • An appreciation of how learning from past events can help improve the future.
  • An insight into international relations, global conflict and political developments in key countries.
  • In-depth studies of:
    • Causes and events of the First World War 1890-1918
    • Mao's China c1930-1976
    • End of Empire c1919-1969
    • The USA 1945-1975: Land of Freedom?
  • Qualifications supported by a variety of media resources.
  • The option to study a Short Course, offering more flexibility.

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