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My Revision Notes: OCR AS/A-level History: Democracy and Dictatorships in Germany 1919-63

by Nicholas Fellows

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OCR As Level History is a challenging but rewarding qualification. It is designed to give students a deep understanding of historical events and the skills to analyse and evaluate historical sources. This guide provides everything you need to know to achieve your best grade in OCR As Level History.

What is OCR As Level History?

OCR As Level History is a one-year course that is taught in schools and colleges across the UK. It is equivalent to half of an A Level qualification. The course is divided into four units:

Unit 1: The Making of the Modern World (1700-1914)
Unit 2: The Shaping of the Twentieth Century (1914-1991)
Unit 3: Weimar and Nazi Germany (1918-1945)
Unit 4: The Cold War (1945-1991)

Each unit is worth 25% of the final grade. Students must choose two units to study in depth. The other two units are studied at a more basic level.

Why study OCR As Level History?

There are many reasons to study OCR As Level History. Here are just a few:

It is a challenging and rewarding subject that will help you to develop your critical thinking and analytical skills.
It will give you a deep understanding of historical events and the forces that have shaped our world.
It will improve your communication and presentation skills.
It will open up a wide range of career opportunities in fields such as law, journalism, teaching, and politics.

How to study OCR As Level History

The best way to study OCR As Level History is to follow a structured revision plan. Here are some tips:

Start early. Don't leave your revision until the last minute. Start revising as early as possible so that you have plenty of time to cover all the material.
Make a revision timetable. Plan out your revision time so that you cover all the units in depth. Make sure to allocate more time to the units that you are struggling with.
Use a variety of resources. There are a wide range of resources available to help you study OCR As Level History. These include textbooks, websites, past papers, and revision notes.
Practice your exam technique. The best way to prepare for the exam is to practice answering exam-style questions. This will help you to get used to the structure of the exam and to develop your time management skills.
Get help from your teacher. If you are struggling with any aspect of the course, don't be afraid to ask your teacher for help.

OCR As Level History past papers

Past papers are a great way to practice your exam technique and to get an idea of the types of questions that you can expect in the exam. You can find past papers on the OCR website.

OCR As Level History revision notes

Revision notes are a great way to summarise the key points in each unit. You can find revision notes on the OCR website and on a variety of other websites.

OCR As Level History textbooks

There are a number of textbooks that can help you to study OCR As Level History. Some of the most popular textbooks include:

OCR As Level History: The Making of the Modern World (1700-1914) by John Cunningham
OCR As Level History: The Shaping of the Twentieth Century (1914-1991) by Ian Kershaw
OCR As Level History: Weimar and Nazi Germany (1918-1945) by Jane Penrose
OCR As Level History: The Cold War (1945-1991) by David Reynolds

OCR As Level History websites

There are a number of websites that can help you to study OCR As Level History. Some of the most popular websites include:

OCR As Level History
BBC Bitesize OCR As Level History
How to Study History A Level OCR A: Q&A with Dr Mike Hopkins

OCR As Level History is a challenging but rewarding qualification. By following the tips in this guide, you can give yourself the best chance of achieving your best grade. Good luck!

My Revision Notes: OCR AS/A-level History: Democracy and Dictatorships in Germany 1919-63

by Nicholas Fellows

4.7 out of 5