Oxford AQA GCSE History: America 1920-1973
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Trusted expert AQA support from Jon Cloake and Aaron Wilkes.Please note this title is suitable for any student Exam AQA Level/ GCSE History First 2016 First June 2018 The America 1920-1973 Student Book is part of a brand new series written specially to match the new 2016 AQA GCSE History specification, and is developed by an expert team led by Aaron Wilkes, an experienced Head of History, and Jon Cloake, an author with examining experience. This period study book focuses on the development of the USA during a turbulent half century of change when some lived the 'American Dream' while others grappled with poverty, discrimination and prejudice. Students will study the political, economic, social and cultural aspects of these developments. Carefully selected Interpretations allow students to evaluate different perspectives on the past in context. Practice Questions and Study Tips help students prepare for the new AQA exam questions, and features such as Extension and How To... provide step-by-step explanations of how to put into practice essential history skills such as analysing an interpretation or essay writing.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the political, economic, and social transformation of the United States between 1920 and 1973 to prepare students for the AQA GCSE History examination. The book is authored by Aaron Wilkes and Jon Cloake, both of whom possess extensive experience in history education and examination standards. It utilizes a structured pedagogical framework designed to align with the 2016 AQA specification, focusing on the dichotomy between the American Dream and the realities of poverty and discrimination. The content is organized to facilitate both content mastery and the development of analytical historical skills.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive coverage of US history from the Roaring Twenties through the early 1970s.
- Methodological guides for analyzing historical interpretations and constructing essays.
- Practice examination questions tailored to the AQA GCSE format.
- Integrated study tips and extension activities for advanced learners.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators and students frequently identify this text as a primary resource for navigating the specific requirements of the AQA GCSE History curriculum. Experts highlight the clear, step-by-step instructional approach as a foundational tool for students developing essential historical analysis skills.
Page Count:
104
Publication Date:
2017-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0198412622
ISBN-13:
9780198412625
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