Constitutional Statute Law starter quiz
Looking for something engaging to kick-start a UK politics lesson this week?
The United Nations: 70 Years Old - But Where Next?
A superb animated video here from The Guardian that explains how and why the UN was formed and how it has grown since. Essential background information for students looking at global issues.
Resources to Help Understand the EU
For those following the Global option at A2, students need to have a firm understanding of the history and operation of the EU.
Useful Politics Subscriptions for Your Students
Following on from Scott's blog post, it's really important for politics students to be keeping their finger on the political pulse and immersing themselves in the subject. This blog post suggests a...
A Virtual Visit to the White House
If you fancy putting yourselves in the virtual shoes of Barack and Michelle Obama, you can now take part in a virtual tour of the White House.
Teaching Resources from the Parliament Education Team
Parliament's new Education Centre was formally opened in July. Whilst a visit to Parliament itself is undoubtedly a rewarding experience, the Parliament education team has also really ramped up its...
Beyond the Bike: EU Lesson Resources
As part of tutor2u's support for the Beyond the Bike project, each week I will be providing some lesson resources to accompany Stuart's and Claire's journey, kindly supported by the Royal Economic...
Beyond the Bike - a journey to the heart of the EU
This week Stuart and Claire cycled through France and Belgium and into the Netherlands. This is Stuart's blog post exploring whether Britain should stay in or leave the EU; you can see the original...
Beyond the Bike - an enrichment project
Two teachers cycling new and old Silk Roads en route to China in an epic educational and charity project - look out each week for updates and learning resources on the tutor2u Beyond the Bike page....
Will Northern Ireland's devolution be suspended?
The fragile power-sharing agreement between unionists and nationalists in the Northern Ireland Assembly is close to breaking down completely; Theresa Villiers, the Northern Ireland Secretary, is...
Friendly Politics Blogging Community Seeking New Friends
Have you enjoyed our recent blog posts and additions to our politics Study Notes? Would you like to join our politics blogging community and share your thoughts and ideas with other enthusiastic...
The Political Calendar 2015
Every upcoming political event for the next term! It includes elections from across the globe, party conferences, UK Political events and much more. Use it as your companion guide for the next...
Advice from my Politics Teacher to You
When I was a student of A Level Politics, my Politics teacher gave us all some very important advice. It is this advice which made the study of A Level Politics, that bit easier and fully allowed...
Cameron's first Commons defeat
David Cameron's Conservative government suffered its first Commons defeat of this Parliament yesterday, over the so-called "purdah" rules which restrain government in the run-up to an election, or...
Labour leadership election - How the Alternative vote works
As we close in on the date (September 12th) when the new Labour leader will be announced, those of you who may not have learned election systems yet might be wondering why, if more people vote for...
Labour leadership contest - who would do what?
All eyes will be on the outcome of the Labour leadership election announced this coming Thursday. So who are the 4 candidates and what exactly do they stand for? Here is a suggested lesson activity...
Updating your UK Constitution Knowledge
Earlier this summer The Independent published an ebook containing information about the current state and nature of the UK's constitution. The book contains summaries of the key texts and documents...
What makes a good President?
Here is a great starter activity to get A2 students following the US Politics option back into the swing of things.
The Impact of a Heartbreaking Photo
The heartbreaking photo of a drowned Syrian toddler (linked to here - please be aware of the distressing nature of the image) has almost single-handedly this week changed the view of the public and...
10 Minute Quiz for your New AS students
Here's a 10 minute activity to include in your first (or second) lesson with brand new students to Government and Politics.