History · Pioneers 11–15 · Years 7–9
Source analysis and argument
Whose story gets told?
What you will learn
- Evaluate sources for provenance, purpose and reliability
- Explain causation with short- and long-term factors
- Construct an argument with evidence and counter-evidence
- Analyse how interpretations change over time
Helpful to know first: Primary vs secondary sources; Write PEEL paragraphs
Discover
Think first: Whose story gets told? Say or jot one idea before you read on.
Learn — core route
- Provenance analysis of 4 sources on one event
- Causation web
- Structured debate with evidence cards
Lessons in this subject: Learn Topics · History
Practise — check a common mix-up
A biased source is useless to historians.
The event with the closest date is always the main cause.
Apply / Create — Contested Event Essay
Pick a contested historical event. Using at least 4 sources, argue what caused it and why interpretations differ. 700–900 words.
Evidence type: writing · accessible alternative always allowed (speak it, draw it, or show an adult).
How it is judged (rubric)
- Beginning: Narrates events
- Developing: Uses sources with some evaluation
- Secure: Sustained argument using evaluated sources and counter-evidence
- Extending: Explains changing interpretations and their contexts
Explain — say what you did
Review later
We'll offer a quick memory check in 7, 21 and 45 days. Mark this done and your Today page will remind you gently.
For grown-ups · framework mappings
- aligned to UK NC · KS3 History: historical enquiry; interpretations
- aligned to IB MYP · Individuals and Societies: criterion B/D
Status: Live · reviewed
What's next?