LO: An introduction to the Russia Course. Learning Outcomes By the end of this lesson you will be able to… Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A*

On the desks behind you is a folder. LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A* Task: Once you have written Your title and date… On the desks behind you is a folder. Can you identify which one is yours?

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. So what is the course about? Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A* So what is the course about? This theme focuses on the nature of Russian government and its impact on the Russian people and society. Learners should understand the similarities and differences between the autocratic rule of the tsars to 1917 and the subsequent Communist dictatorship. Learners should develop the ability to analyse thematically the following issues across the full period: Russian rulers: similarities and differences in the main domestic policies of Alexander II, Alexander III, Nicholas II, the Provisional Government, Lenin, Stalin, Khrushchev. The nature of government: autocracy, dictatorship and totalitarianism; change and continuity in central administration; methods of repression and enforcement; the extent and impact of reform; the extent and effectiveness of opposition both before and after 1917. The impact of the dictatorial regimes on the economy and society of the Russian Empire and the USSR: changes to living and working conditions of urban and rural people; limitations on personal, political and religious freedom; extent of economic and social changes. Impact of war and revolution on the development of the Russian Empire and the USSR: the effects of the Crimean War, the Japanese War, 1905 Revolution, 1917 Revolutions, World War One, World War Two, and the Cold War Additionally, learners must develop the ability to analyse and evaluate the ways in which aspects of this period of Russian history has been interpreted in debates between historians. These interpretations are likely to reflect different emphases and approaches by different historians, some of whom may have been writing in widely different periods. Learners will be expected to show that they can discriminate between different interpretations to reach a supported judgement on the issue into which they are making their enquiry. These depth studies could include enquiries into different interpretations of some of the following: The reasons behind and consequences of The Great Reforms of 1861 The reasons behind the 1905 Revolution The reasons behind the revolutions of 1917 and the factors determining the success of the Bolsheviks

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A* UNIT STUDY ASSESSMENT LEVEL Provisional Date Y107 British period study and enquiry England 1547-1603; the Later Tudors 50 marks 1hr 30mins paper 25% of A-Level Friday 9th June 2017 AM Y203 Non-British period study The Crusades and the Crusader States; 1095-1192 30 marks 1hr paper 15% of A-Level Friday 16th June 2017 AM Y318 Thematic study and historical interpretations Russia and its Rulers 1855–1964 80 marks 2hr 30mins paper 40% of A-Level Wednesday 21st June AM Y100 Topic based essay Elizabeth I 3000-4000 word essay 40 marks non exam assessment 20% of A-Level January 2017

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. On the right are a Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A* On the right are a Few pictures linked to the country of Russia. What do you Already know about this place? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJ9q7N5e25c

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A*

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Lets put this into display Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A* Lets put this into display Format. We need… Backing of display board. Shape of Russia. Cities and key locations Different geographical Areas. - Key Cultural Areas

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A*

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A*

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A*

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A*

LO: An introduction to the Russia course. Describe the key features of Russia E-D Explain how the country is unique C-B Judge the key characteristics of Russia A-A*