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History The History PGCE course is concerned with theoretical and practical classroom approaches to the teaching of history. This involves examining a range of appropriate learning and teaching strategies through Key Stages 3– 5 in the varied classroom situations you will encounter. You will develop a rigorous understanding of when and where particular activities might be appropriate. The course is underpinned by the belief that history teaching is a stimulating, creative activity that gives pleasure to both teachers and students and educates young people to take a full and active role as citizens. The course draws heavily on current and recent research findings from both the Graduate School of Education and other researchers at the forefront of history education. Taught by a team of lecturers, researchers and practicing classroom teachers from across the South West, the course relates theory to practice in all elements of the National Curriculum and 14-19 History. The PGCE team’s current research interests lie in the areas of history and literacy, the professional learning of trainee teachers, and how to personalise learning effectively in the history classroom.
COURSE LEADER Bryan Smith has considerable experience teaching History in Secondary schools in the South West and has also taught on the Teacher Development Programme and the Outstanding Teacher Programme, supporting teachers in developing their skills. His research interests are in pupils’ writing in History.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN AN APPLICANT The usual entry requirement for this course is a 2:1 degree in history or a history Joint Honours degree. We will also consider applications from those with degrees in related subjects such as ancient history, archaeology or politics. All applicants should be able to demonstrate that they have at least 50 per cent history as part of their degree and have spent some time observing the teaching and learning of history in state secondary schools.
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