AS/A Level GCEGovernment and Politics - H095 H495
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Government and Politics FAQs
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What are the major changes to this specification?
This specification will essentially remain the same apart from the changes stipulated by QCA.
What resources should I use to support my delivery of the specification?
Textbooks provide a good basis for theory but for contemporary examples refer to the quality press and the internet.
In terms of citing contemporary examples in candidate examination responses, how recent is recent?
Knowledge of the last three general and presidential elections, for example, is essential but if the most recent example of an event is from 30 years ago, then that is the most recent.
Should we study the government and politics of the European Union?
Yes. Knowledge of the government and politics of the European Union is very beneficial to candidates in allowing them to cite comparative examples.
Will there be any coursework in the new specification?
No. The new specification will be assessed entirely through written examinations.
General FAQs
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Will OCR make past papers available?
Yes. In response to centre demand, OCR will be publishing past papers for live specifications on the website. These will be free of charge. Question papers from the latest series will be available to download from OCR Interchange only.
What support can we expect from publishers?
OCR is working in partnership with individual publishers for different subject groups. Comprehensive resources are being developed by these Publishing Partners and others to support the specification and complement the support available from OCR.
What Support Materials are being produced by OCR for the revised GCEs?
Schemes of work and lesson plans can be downloaded for each qualifcation. The materials are available in PDF format, and Word format. Teachers can adapt the materials for their own use.
Can a candidate be awarded an A* grade if they re-sat one or more of their units?
Yes, the A* grade is calculated arithmetically based on the units used for aggregation, irrespective of whether or not they are re-sits.
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