WILFs: Can cite evidence of differential achievement by gender (D).... Can compare and contrast different theeories of differential achievement of girls and boys (C-B)... Can evaluate theories (A)
Starter: Silent Reading - read page 2 of the fact sheet then highlight the 'facts' of gender and achievement in one colour and explanations of these facts in another. Create a mind map of explanations of differential achievement by gender - this should grow through the lesson!
Lesson Development
1. Teacher led PPT together - take notes where appropriate
2. Pair up and log on. Work through and print the interactive exercises after studying the summary PPT
3. Mini plenary - Quiz Quiz Trade
4. Complete a summary diagram in your pairs then work on your Mind maps using your textbooks and revision guides.
5. Plenary Games