History at Senior Cycle by Amy Dignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn The History Department en-us 2022-03-06 19:33:45 UTC 2026-03-13 13:25:32 UTC hello@padlet.com Senior Cycle History adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080206663 Senior Cycle History explores the Later Modern period from 1815 to 1993 in a European, Irish and world context. It is an extremely interesting and challenging course that will enable students to understand the contemporary world.

]]> 2022-03-06 19:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080206663 RSR adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080207421 Students also undertake an individual research study report (RSR) under the direction of their teacher. This involves the study of a subject of historical significance chosen by the student. The RSR is submitted before the final examination and it is worth 20% of the total marks.

]]> 2022-03-06 19:42:00 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080207421 What topics are covered? adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080208973 Topics studied within the syllabus:
1. Nation States and International Tensions (1871-1920)
2. Dictatorship and Democracy (1920-1945).
3. Movements for Political and Social Reform (1870-1914).
4. 3 Case Studies - Politics in Northern Ireland (1949-1993)

]]> 2022-03-06 19:44:26 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080208973 LC History and Essay writing adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080209713 Essay writing is a core component of the LC History course which will allow you to develop expertise in the evaluation of evidence and historical sources and the capacity to make reasoned judgements. Strong English skills, the ability to do research and an interest in History are all important if you choose this subject.

]]> 2022-03-06 19:45:29 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080209713 Benefits of studying History at Senior Cycle adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080210702
  • Relevance to modern life
  • Awareness of human behaviour
  • Cultural inheritance
  • ICT Use 
  • Developing skills
  • Career relevance 
    • ]]>     2022-03-06 19:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080210702     Why should I consider studying History for my LC? adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080212740 Choosing Leaving Certificate History will allow you to acquire a unique combination of skills and insights that will develop you as a person and help to prepare you for a future career and to participate fully in society. 

    ]]>     2022-03-06 19:50:16 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080212740     Levels at LC History adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080215206 Leaving Certificate history is assessed at two levels, Ordinary level and Higher level.
    Both levels study the same information. ]]>     2022-03-06 19:53:53 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080215206     adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080218208 “Historians are regarded as having had an education that trains their minds to assemble, organise and present facts and opinions and this is a very useful quality in many walks of life and careers” ~ Which Magazine]]> 2022-03-06 19:58:48 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080218208 Careers from studying History adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080221249 Historical skills are prized in all walks of life and work and you can go on to have a prosperous career in the following areas: law, research, librarian, conservation, archaeology, teaching, accountancy, journalism, politics, business, heritage manager, tourism, museum officers, historian, policymaking, administration, management and media.]]> 2022-03-06 20:02:57 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080221249 What current Fifth and Sixth Years are saying about Senior Cycle History..... adignam https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080229228 2022-03-06 20:14:06 UTC https://padlet.com/adignam/po1a4mvtsrhof6tn/wish/2080229228