RHS PRE-AICE HISTORY RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

Pre-AICE History Learner Guide - The learner guide reviews the content you need to know for the exam and discusses how you will be tested on the pre-AICE tests.

Pre-AICE History Test Paper 1 Example

Pre-AICE History Test Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

Pre-AICE History Example Candidate Responses for Paper 1 

Pre-AICE History Test Paper 2 Example

Pre-AICE History Test Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

Pre-AICE History Example Candidate Responses for Paper 2

Pre-AICE History Test Paper 4 Example

Pre-AICE History Test Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

Pre-AICE History Example Candidate Responses for Paper 4

You Tube Playlists from History Crusaders - there is a playlist of videos on How to Prepare for the Pre-AICE (IGCSE) exam papers and on The First World War

Useful Vocabulary to use on Pre-AICE History Tests document from InThinking

IGCSE (Pre-AICE) History Istudy website - this website contains notes that students can use to help them study.  Remember you want to focus on the topics covered in your pre-AICE history class.

IGCSE (Pre-AICE) History Notes for Review - this website contains notes for review on 20th century International Relations since 1919 topics and the Germany Depth Study topic.

CIE IGCSE (Pre-AICE) History Notes for Review - notes on several pre-AICE history topics as well as notes on The USA in the 1920s and 1930s Depth Study topic.

Mr. Allsop History.com Website - this website contains podcasts about exam skills and tips as well as podcasts about the different topics featured on the Pre-AICE History exam.

Fast & Easy IGCSE History Video Reviews Playlist

RHS AICE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

The following are course descriptions provided by the AICE instructors to assist you in choosing AICE courses.  Please feel free to contact individual instructors with additional questions.

AICE Art & Design (9479) - AS & A Level - 9479 syllabus

Instructor:  Ms. Lori Smith

Grade Levels 10-12

AICE Art & Design encourages you to explore a range of processes and techniques in a chosen area of study. The class encourages personal responses that are based on knowledge and understanding and skills in art, craft and design. You will develop an inquisitive, creative approach to research and problem-solving and learn how to record notes from first-hand observation, personal experience and other sources.  In additon,  you will develop your independent expression by analysing, evaluating and applying concepts and techniques to the artwork you create.  Reflecting on your process is a critical element in this course.  You will not simply create great works of art:  you will become more aware of the reasons why you create the artwork you do.

AICE Art & Design Resources:

• AS Level - Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                                   Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Sample Portfolios and Commentary - This document shows examples of portfolios submitted by candidates and provides comments from the examiners about what the candidate does well and where the candidate might improve their work.
• AS Level Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses 
• AS Level Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses
• A Level Paper 3 Example Candidate Responses
• Cambridge "The Creative Process" Video 
• Student Art Guide - This website contains articles with guidance about the Cambridge Assessment Art and Design examinations

AICE Biology (9700) - AS & A Level -  9700 Syllabus  
Instructor:  Mrs. Nadine Kalajian
Grade Levels:  11-12

AICE Biology will offer you the opportunity to deepen and refresh the knowledge you gained in Biology I. The emphasis is to develop a profound understanding of many of the fundamental concepts in the field of Biology rather than an overview of all possible topics. There will be heavy emphasis on laboratory practical work in which you will gain not only procedural knowledge, but also become comfortable with designing and carrying out your own inquiries. This course provides an in-depth study of key biological concepts as outlined by the Cambridge Program Standards.  This course emphasizes the application of knowledge, scientific methods and procedures, and independent research. At the end of this rigorous and demanding course students will sit for the 3-part AICE exam.

AICE Biology Resources:

• AS Level - Paper 1 Specimen (example) Paper              Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level - Paper 2 Specimen (example) Paper              Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level - Paper 3 Specimen (example) Paper              Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level -   Paper 4 Specimen (example) Paper              Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level -   Paper 5 Specimen (example) Paper              Paper 5 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• AICE Biology Student (Learner) Guide
• Cells Alive! Website - Particularly useful for learning about microscopy, cell division, microorganisms and immunology, it links well to topics covered in the course
• Difference between Prokaryotic and  Eukaryotic Cells information
• Explore the Eukaryotic Cell
• Virtual Classroom Biology - links to websites on a variety of biological topics
• Biology Encyclopedia Website
• Formation of a Lipid by Condensation information
• Construction of Cell Membrane Video
• How DNA is Packaged Video
• Central Dogma of Molecular Biology video
• What Does DNA Do information
• The Private Life of Plants video by BBC
• Plant Biology Animations
• Circulatory System Video
• The Histology Guide - The Circulatory System information
• Cardiovascular Pathology Index with images and information 
• The Respiratory Tract Slide Images
• Respiratory System Information
• A-Level Notes - This website has notes on a wide range of biological topics, many directly relevant to the AS and A Level syllabus.
• Estrella Mountain Online Biology Book - Much of the information is at a level that is suitable for AS & A Level study. The contents page links easily to a main topic and there are subsections for focus on areas of interest. Links to other sites of interest.
• DNA Learning Centre Website - This is the DNA learning centre website which contains an extremely wide choice of learning material and variation in presentation. Much of this links directly to the topics covered in the AS and A Level syllabus and there is also considerable extension and background material.
• Kimball's Biology Pages - Having studied a topic in class or as a self-study module, this free on-line text book provides further information. Some of the content is aimed at a higher level.
• Chemistry for Biologists - This site explores the biological molecules that make up the structure of living organisms, and the biological molecules, reactions and processes that allow cells and organisms to function. It reviews the basic chemical knowledge required to cover many of the AS and A Level biology topics.
• The Biology Notes - Notes on various AS and A-Level biology topics.

AICE Business (9609) - AS & A Level - 9609 Syllabus
Instructor: Mrs. Christine Kearns
Grade Levels:  10-12

This course will inform students of the distinctive role that business plays in our society.  Through the examination of case studies in economics, business ownership, and technology, students will enhance their appreciation for the impact of effective organizational models and leadership styles in the corporate world. 

AICE Business Resources:  

• AS Level - Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper (until November 2022)                Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level - Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper (until November 2022)                 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level -   Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper (until November 2022)                 Paper 3 Reading Insert for Question Paper             Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses - Sample responses and how they would score on the AICE exam 
• Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses - Sample responses and how they would score on the AICE exam
• Paper 3 Example Candidate Responses - Sample responses and how they would score on the AICE exam

• AS Level Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper (starting 2023)                               Specimen Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper (starting 2023)                               Specimen Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper (starting 2023)                                  Specimen Paper 3 Reading Insert                           Specimen Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level Paper 4 Specimen (Example Paper (starting 2023)                                   Specimen Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Student Learner Guide (starting 2023)
• Ed's Business Essentials for IGCSE and AS/A-Level Business - youtube channel with lots of videos
• Learning Made Easy YouTube channel with videos on Business topics for AS/A Level
• Eight Common Reasons Small Businesses Fail article - Forbes (check out the Forbes business section for other articles with content relevant to business management) 
• BBC Bitesize Website - While this website is not specifically focused on AS/A-Level testing, there is valuable information related to business topics you can use for studying
• Tutor2u Website - A website full of useful resources, videos and activities that covers most of the AS and A Level Business content and skills.
• TakingTheBiz - Video tutorials on Business topics.
• S-cool Revision website - A website full of resources for topics related to AS and A-Level Business
• WJEC Educational Resources Website - contains notes and practice activities on a variety of business-related topics
• StuDoc Business Notes 
• The Economist Website - Website with articles about the economy and business
• BBC Business News Website - Real business news stories.
• CIEnotes - AS and A-Level Business Notes
• Entrepreneur Handbook Website - access articles on business-related topics to expand your knowledge of the subject content

AICE Drama (9482) - AS Level - 9482 syllabus

Instructor:  Ms. Kelly Rose

Grades: 10-12

AICE Drama encourages students to explore a range of practical and theoretical approaches to drama from script to performance. The course encourages students to develop the ability to apply practical skills effectively and to analyse and evaluate both their own work and the work of others. At the AS Level, students focus on three key areas: • the exploration, interpretation and analysis of the potential of dramatic texts in a performance context • the development of dramatic skills and their application to the process of devising based on a selected stimulus • the development of acting skills and their application to scripted performance.

AICE Drama Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                                    Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 1 Specimen Answers
• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses                             June 2021 Paper 1  (Example Candidate responses are from this paper)                      June 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme
• Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses

• Glossary of dramatic & theatrical terms

AICE English General Paper (8021) - AS Level - 8021 syllabus

Instructor:  Mrs. Linda Foster
Grade Level:  9-12

This course promotes the skills of rational thought, persuasion, analysis, interpretation and evaluation.  It encourages the exploration and appraisal of social, cultural, economic, philosophical, scientific and technological issues.  Students will develop an understanding and appreciation of individual, social, and cultural diversity as well as maturity of thought and clarity of expression both verbally and in writing.  Through the reading of timely literature, outside novels and works, and current media reports, students will develop critical reading and analysis skills.

AICE English General Paper Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                              Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                              Paper 2 Specimen Paper Reading Insert                      Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Paper 1 Specimen Paper Answers
• Paper 2 Specimen Paper Answers
• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses - this document contains actual example student responses to Paper 1 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.
• June 2019 Paper 1 - Example Candidate Responses above are based on this June 2019 paper                         June 2019 Paper 1 Mark Scheme
• Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses - this document contains actual example student responses to Paper 2 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.
• June 2019 Paper 2                                     June 2019 Paper 2 Reading Insert                                                      June 2019 Paper 2 Mark Scheme
• AICE General Paper Student (Learner) Guide
• Discursive Writing Tips and Information
• Basic Discursive Essay Outline
• How to Develop a Counter-Argument in an Essay Handout

AICE English Language (9093) - AS Level - 9093 Syllabus
Instructor: Mrs. Anne Straub and Mrs. Cynthia Bolton

Grade Levels:  Grades 10-12

Have you ever heard a love song that made you cry, listened to a speech that compelled you take action, or read a blog that made you laugh out loud? More importantly, have you ever wished that you could have that same effect on others?  If so, then AICE English Language AS Level is right up your alley. In this course, you will learn the distinguishing features of a given text and how to apply that understanding to your own writing.

AICE English Language Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                  Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                  Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Paper 1 Specimen Paper Sample Answers
• Paper 2 Specimen Paper Sample Answers 
• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses                                        June 2021 Paper 1 (paper that candidate responses were based upon)                      June 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme
• Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses                                        June 2021 Paper 2                                                                                                         June 2021 Paper 2 Mark Scheme

• AICE English Language Student (Learner) Guide
• AICE English Language Glossary of Terms
• Wyzant Grammar Resources Website - English Grammar Lessons and Review Material
• Andrew Moore's Universal Teacher Website - Offers an introduction to studying language and information on models of language and grammar skills
• Descriptive Words Handout
• Descriptive Writing Information and Tips
• Common Mistakes to Avoid on AICE English Language Exam video
• Paper 1 Question 1 Overview and Tips video
• Paper 1 Question 1a Directed Writing - Analyzing A Sample Response video
• Paper 1 Question 2 Overview and Tips video
• Paper 1 Question 2 How to Respond to Question video
• How To Write A Comparative Analysis video
• Annotating a Sample Text for Paper 1 Question 2 video
• Analyzing Form, Structure, and Language information and tips video
• Linguistic Elements Video
• AICE English Language information on Form, Structure, and Language as well as how to write commentary responses website
• AICE English Language Terms to practice on Chegg

AICE English Literature (9695) - AS & A-Level -  9695 syllabus
Instructors:  Mrs. Cynthia Bolton & Mrs. Anne Straub

Grade Level: Grade 12

AICE literature provides students with an opportunity to study several pieces of literature in four genres in order to gain a greater understanding of literary techniques, themes, purpose, etc.  Students will read assigned literature at home and spend class time dissecting the material through a variety of venues. Students will also learn to express their interpretations of the works through written analytical essays that demonstrate a strong grasp of the English language. 

 AICE English Literature Resources:

• AS Level Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                     Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                     Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper                       Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level paper 4 Specimen (Example) Paper                       Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses                              June 2021 Paper 1                                                         June 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses                              June 2021 Paper 2                                                         June 2021 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 3 Example Candidate Responses                              June 2021 Paper 3                                                         June 2021 Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 4 Example Candidate Responses                              June 2021 Paper 4                                                         June 2021 Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• AICE Literature in English Student (Learner) Guide
• Glossary of Poetic Terms

AICE Environmental Management (8291) - AS Level - 8291 Syllabus
Instructor:  Mr. Aaron LeBlanc
Grade Levels:  11-12

Students entering AICE Environmental Management class do not need to have studied environmental science or management before taking this class.  In this class, students will develop knowledge of Earth's natural systems, the effects of human activity on these systems, and important environmental problems which face the world today.  Students will learn that solutions to environmental issues are not easy to find, recognize that the environment is an important social and political issue, and understand the important role that individuals have in thinking about these issues and considering solutions. 

AICE Environmental Management Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                     Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                     Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 1 Example Candidate Response                 June 2022 Paper 1                                               June 2022 Paper 1 Mark Scheme
• Paper 2  Example Candidate Response                June 2022 Paper 2                                               June 2022 Paper 2 Mark Scheme                                              

• Cambridge Suggested Resources List for AICE Environmental Management - this document contains a list of books and websites that candidates might find useful to studying some of the different topics related to Environmental Management

AICE Global Perspectives (9239) - AS Level - 9239 syllabus
Instructor: Ms. Kathy Moore
Grade Levels:  Grades 10-12

The focus of AICE Global Perspectives is on developing the ability to think, speak, and write critically about a range of global issues where there is always more than one point of view.  Students will become aware of global themes and issues, viewed from personal, local, national and international perspectives, and of the connections between them.  This cross-curricular program challenges students to work in groups, to present seminars, to create projects, and to publish essays.  Students who sign up for AICE Global Perspectives must be self-motivated and have the ability to establish and meet deadlines.  This course is recommended for juniors but is also available to sophomores (who have completed AICE English General Paper) and seniors.  

AICE Global Perspectives Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                        Paper 1 Specimen Reading Insert                      Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses - this document contains actual example student responses to Paper 1 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.  
  • November 2021 paper 1
  • November 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
  • November 2021 Reading Insert
• Component 2 - Essay - Example Candidate Responses - this document contains actual example student responses for component 2 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.
• Component 3 - Team Project - Example Candidate Responses - this document contains actual example student responses for component 3 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.
• Cambridge Learners Guide to the Cambridge Research Report
• Cambridge Learner Guide (Starting in 2023)

• OWL - Purdue Writing Lab Website - This website offers easy guides to using the major academic citation systems
• Island Teacher Global Perspectives Support - This website offers a variety of resources on many topics related to global issues
• The Conversation website - articles on global issues and perspectives

AICE Information Technology (9626) - AS & A-Level - 9626 syllabus

Instructor:  Mrs. Susanne VanBrunschot

Grade Levels:  10 -12

AICE Information Technology will explore the impact of IT on industry and commerce, transportation, leisure activities, mediciine, workplaces, and homes.  To explore this impact, you will learn about various hardware and software applications and understand how they work with each other and with us in our environment.  You will then consider the uses of new technologies and how they affect our everyday life and how the rapid changing technology of our society is driving global communication through various platforms. 

AICE Information Technology Resources:

• AS-Level - Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                                                     Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS-Level - Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                                                     Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)                                         Paper 2 Audio & Visual Files

• AICE Information Technology Student (Learner) Guide
• Teach ICT website - Basic information on a wide range of AS & A Level topics.
• HTML Tutorial website - Information and practice opportunities for html coding.
• HTML JavaScript Website - Information and practice opportunities for writing JavaScript.
• Understanding the Principles of Algorithm Design - An article which explore the principles of algorithm design.

AICE Marine Science (9693) - AS & A-Level - 9693 Syllabus
Instructor:  Mrs.  Julia Pearsall
Grade Levels:  Grades 10-12

This class is a college level introductory class into the marine sciences and is designed as a survey class of some of the different marine science disciplines.  The class will cover the basics of geological oceanography, chemical oceanography, physical oceanography and ecology of the marine environment as well covering basic scientific practices and methodologies.  The class contents will include but not be limited to the following:

1. Scientific Method—including experimental design, interpretation of experimental data, inherent variations and limitations in the measurement of experimental data, and an understanding of the challenges that the marine environment poses to experimental design;
2. Marine ecosystems and biodiversity—including discussions of the interrelatedness of populations of predators and prey, various marine feeding strategies, reproductive strategies in the marine environment, predator avoidance, marine succession, relating extreme and unstable environments to the level of biodiversity, specialized and general marine ecological niches, and the correlation between the level of biodiversity and the specificity of ecological niches;
3. Energetics of marine ecosystems—including discussion on the movement of energy through the different marine ecosystems, transfer of energy, and loss of energy;
4. Nutrient cycles in marine ecosystems—input and output to the reservoir of dissolved nutrients, nutrient availability and productivity, biological uses of nutrients, and a discussion of how productivity may be limited by the availability of dissolved nutrients;
5. Coral reefs and lagoons—a discussion of the Darwin-Dana-Daly theory of atoll formation, protective role of reefs, cause and effects of reef erosion, and the use of artificial reefs in the protection of shores and anchorages;
6. The ocean floor and the coast—including a discussion of tectonic theory and how it has helped to shape the ocean basin, process of erosion and sedimentation that give rise to the morphology of the littoral zone, and how environmental factors influence the formation of ecological communities in the littoral zone;
7. Physical oceanography—including discussion of the factors that affect tides and currents and the climactic impact of ocean events including but not limited to El Niño;
8. Chemical oceanography—including discussion of the factors that affect the chemical composition of seawater, layering and mixing of the ocean waters, and the impact of marine chemistry on ocean structures and the marine organisms. 

AICE Marine Science Resources:

• AS Level - Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                        Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level - Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                        Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level -   Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper                        Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A Level -   Paper 4 Specimen (Example) Paper                        Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Paper 1 Specimen Answers
• Paper 2 Specimen Answers
• Paper 3 Specimen Answers
• Paper 4 Specimen Answers
• AICE Marine Science Student (Learner) Guide
• Jeffrey Keene AICE Marine Science Videos  - Mr. Keene has uploaded videos on a variety of AICE Marine Science topics
• Katelyn Parrott AICE Marine Science Videos - Ms. Parrott has uploaded videos on a vareity of AICE Marine Science topics

AICE Mathematics (9709) - AS & A-Level - 9709 Syllabus
Instructor: Mrs. Wanda Krajewski 

Grade Levels:  Grades 10-12

Students entering the AICE Mathematics class should be ready to learn at a fast-pace.  The students in this course typically learn a chapter a week, so this requires students to enter the class with a solid foundation of mathematical skills as well as an ability to learn new skills quickly.  The class will focus on many mathematical concepts and topics including quadratics, coordinate geometry, circular measure, trigonometry, vectors, differentiation, integration, logarithmic and exponential functions, the numerical solution of equations, and statistics. 

AICE Mathematics Resources:

• AS Level - Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                               Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level - Paper 5 Specimen (Example) Paper                               Paper 5 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A-Level -   Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper                               Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A-Level -   Paper 6 Specimen (Example) Paper                               Paper 6 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• AS Level Paper 1 Specimen Paper Answers
• AS Level Paper 5 Specimen Paper Answers
• A-Level Paper 3 Specimen Paper Answers
• A-Level Paper 6 Specimen Paper Answers
• AICE Math Student (Learner) Guide
• Khan Academy - Short video presentations of every topic are covered, which can help your understanding of new topics. You can also see examples of problems and examination questions being solved.
• +Plus Magazine Website - Real world mathematics, as well as interesting mathematical problems and investigations.
• A-Level Mathematics Resource Packages Website - Further resources including short lessons and activities which explore the topics you are studying.
• Revisions Maths Website -  Review notes for topics on the A-Level Math exam
• Youtube videos of lessons by Mrs. Krajewski - Mrs. Krajewski's lessons from 2016-2017 school year uploaded to Youtube
• Resource Plus from Cambridge Videos for learners of AICE Math
• Pure Math 1 - Quadratics and Coordinate Geometry lessons, worksheets, and other practice material
• Pure Math 3 - Vectors lessons, worksheets, and other practice material
• Probability and Statistics - Permutations and Combinations lessons, worksheets, and other practice material
• Probability and Statistics - The Poisson Distribution lessons, worksheets, and other practice material
• Intuitive Video Playlist on Exam Hacks, Tips, and Sample Problems for Statistics 1
• Intuitive Video Playlist on Exams Hacks, Tips, and Sample Problems for Pure Math 1 material
• Intuitive Video Playlist of Solved Past Tests
• Maths With David videos for AICE Math 1 topics
• Maths with David videos for AICE Math Paper 3 topics 

AICE Modern European History & AICE United States History (9489) - AS-Level - 9489 syllabus
AICE Modern European History Instructor:  Mr. Jon Reneau - Grade Levels:  Grades 9-12 

AICE United States History Instructor:  Mr. Michael Inman - Grade Levels: 10-12

The purpose of the AICE Modern European History course is to enable students to understand the developments that shaped Modern European History.  This will be achieved with a holistic understanding of Europe as a geographic region from 1789 to 1939.  Europe’s key developments will be studied in relation to the wider European context and with attention focused on the broader issues (revolution, nationalism, imperialism, war and totalitarianism) that helped shape European history.  Generally, assessment will follow the AICE History essay model. Non-essay format assessment will only be used to ensure reading comprehension.

Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, "We are not the makers of history.  We are made by history."  AICE US History aims to develop an interest and appreciation for the human endeavour by providing students with a greater knowledge and understanding of historical periods and themes.  Students will travel through time and explore the expansion of power in the US from the 1840s - 1930s, reenact the Civl War and Recontruction and analyze the war's origins, be dazzled by the Gilded Age and the Progressive Era, and feel the heartbreak of the Great Crash, the Great Depression, and the New Deal.

AICE Modern European History Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper - see pages 2-3 for Modern European test questions                      Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper - see page 2 for Modern European test questions                           Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• June 2022 Paper 1 - see pages 2-3 for Modern European test questions                                                 June 2022 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)  - see pages 5-6
• June 2022 Paper 2 - see page 2 for Modern European test questions                                                      June 2022 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)  - see pages 5-8
• November 2021 Paper 1 - see pages 2-3 for Modern European test questions                                        November 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 5-7
• November 2021 Paper 2 - see page 2 for Modern European test questions                                             November 2021 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 5-8

• Paper 1 Specimen Answers
• Paper 2 Specimen Answers
• June 2021 Paper 1 - see pages 2-3 for Modern European test questions
• June 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 5-7
• June 2021 Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses - Example student responses at high, middle, and low levels for June 2021 test  - see pages 6-18 for Modern European examples
• June 2021 Paper 2 - see page 2 for Modern European test questions
• June 2021 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 5-9
• June 2021 Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses - Example student responses at high, middle, and low levels for June 2021 test - see pages 6-33 for Modern European examples
• AICE History Student (Learner) Guide
• Writing Tips for Paper 1 - SBQ - from a Marion County Schools teacher
• Writing Tips for Paper 2 - from a Marion County Schools teacher
• Six Rules for Writing Cambridge History Essays document
• Paper 1 Youtube Video by Weave Rush History about syllabus and rubric for history
• Paper 2 Youtube Video by Weave Rush History about syllabus and rubric for history
• Questions you might want to consider when analyzing historical sources on Paper 1 from InThinking
• Statements to avoid using when analyzing sources on Paper 1 from InThinking

• French Revolution and Napoleon information resources
• Causes of French Revolution video
• Napoleonic Guide - various information about Napoleon
• Coup of 18 Brumaire video
• Napoleon's Constitution information
• Napelon PBS documentary
• Agricultural Revolution in Britain information
• Agricultural Revolution in England 1500-1850 information
• Industrial Revolution review video playlist on YouTube by a history teacher, Mrs. Abrams
• Industrial Revolution Timeline
• Industrial Revolution - Impact of Steam Engine video
• The Industrial Revolution information
• Transport and the Industrial Revolution information
• Industrial Revolution Educational Film
• The Industrial Revolution information including causes, elements
• Textiles and Transportation and early British Industrial Revolution information
• Iron and Industry Industrial Revolution video
• The Corn Laws video
• Life in Urban Slums during Industrial Revolution video
• Social Change during Industrial Revolution video
• The children who built Victorian Britain video
• The New Poor Law during Industrial Revolution information
• Reform Act of 1832 video
• The Chartist Movement of Industrial Revolution video
• The Chartists of Industrial Revolution video
• The Toldpuddle Martyrs video
• The Industrial Revolution - a variety of links to information about the time period
• The Industrial Revolution overview informational site
• How Otto von Bismarck Unified Germany information
• German Unification video
• German Revolutions of 1848 information
• The Declaration of Olmutz video
• The Degree of growth in German Nationalism information
• Otto von Bismarck and Wars of German Unification information
• Excerpt from Bismarck's Blood and Iron speech
• Austro-Prussian War video
• Franco-Prussian War video
• Liberalism and Nationalism in Germany review video playlist on YouTube by a history teacher, Mrs. Abrams
• Nicholas II Biographical Information
• Nicholas II and Russian Revolutions of 1917 website with a variety of informative links
• Attempts to Strengthen Tsarism 1905-1914
• Russian Revolution of 1917 video
• War and Revolution in Russia 1914-1921 information
• Last of the Tsars - Nicholas II & Alexandra video
• Russian Revolution of 1917 video
• 1917 Constituent Assembly in Russia information
• Treaty of Brest-Litovsk information
• Six Reasons Why Bolsheviks won the Civil War
• Why the Bolsheviks won the Civil War video
• The Revolutionary Sailors of Kronshtadt video
• Lenin's Economic Policy video
• The October Revolution - timeline and other information
• Russian Revolution review video playlist on YouTube by a history teacher, Mrs. Abrams
• British National Archives - Gives you access to a range of historical sources. Especially useful when studying units about Britain and International Relations from a British perspective.
• French National Archives - Gives you a range of historical sources. Especially useful for studying European options and International relations from a French Perspective. There is a language option (French, English or Spanish) at the top of the home page.

AICE United States History Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper - see pages 4-5 for United States test questions                            Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper - see page 3 for United States test questions                                 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• June 2022 Paper 1 - see pages 4-5 for United States test questions                                                       June 2022 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)  - see pages 7-8
• June 2022 Paper 2 - see page 3 for United States test questions                                                            June 2022 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)  - see pages 9-14
• November 2021 Paper 1 - see pages 4-5 for United States test questions                                              November 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 8-10
• November 2021 Paper 2 - see page 2 for United States test questions                                                   November 2021 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 9-14

• Paper 1 Specimen Answers
• Paper 2 Specimen Answers
• June 2021 Paper 1 - see pages 4-5 for United States test questions
• June 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 8-10
• June 2021 Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses - Example student responses at high, middle, and low levels for June 2021 test  - see pages 19-36 for United States examples
• June 2021 Paper 2 - see page 2 for United States test questions
• June 2021 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric) - see pages 10-15
• June 2021 Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses - Example student responses at high, middle, and low levels for June 2021 test - see pages 34-57 for United States examples
• AICE History Student (Learner) Guide
• Writing Tips for Paper 1 - SBQ - from Marion County Schools teacher
• Writing Tips for Paper 2 - from a Marion County Schools teacher
• Six Rules for Writing Cambridge history essays document
• Paper 1 Youtube Video by Weave Rush History about syllabus and rubric for history
• Paper 2 Youtube Video by Weave Rush History about syllabus and rubric for history
• Study Time INC website - contains downloadable versions of AICE history textbooks and a student's notes from course
• Questions you might want to consider when analyzing historical sources on Paper 1 from InThinking
• Statements to avoid using when analyzing sources on Paper 1 from InThinking

• Study Mind Map Notes for US History - a youtube video compilation of study notes in mind map form
• Weave Rush History Review Videos - DO NOT USE VIDEOS FROM 3 YEARS AGO ABOUT HOW TO WRITE PAPERS - USE ONLY CONTENT VIDEOS TO REVIEW
• Short Guide to the American Political System article
• Major changes In American Politics by late 1820s article
• Expansion of U.S map 1763-present video
• Westward the Course of Empire Takes Its Way video - Westward Expansion
• Missouri Compromise of 1820 and Nullification Crisis website with notes
• Compromise of 1850 information 
• Fugitive Slave Act video
• A Historian explains the significance of the Fugitive Slave Act article
• Kansas-Nebraska Act information
• The Second Party System information and Video
• Civil War and Reconstruction: Buildup to the Civil War information
• Dred Scott Decision video
• Transcript of Dred Scott decision
• David Blight on signficance of Dred Scott decision article
• Key Events Leading Tension before Civil War Quizlet
• Inside Lincoln Douglas Debates Documentary
• Information on Lincoln's House Divided speech
• The Right of Secession article
• The Idea of Secession - Civil War and Reconstruction Video
• Secession:  How and Why South Attempted to Leave the US article
• Was It Inevitable Secession Debate Video
• Fort Sumter Information article
• Battle of Fort Sumter information article
• Leadership during the Civil War video
• Civil War Leaders website with information on each
• Truth about Abraham Lincoln documentary
• Union and Confederate Resources Information Sheet
• Revoking Civil Liberties:  Lincoln's Constitutional Dilemma information
• The Emancipation Proclamation: Freedom's First Steps information
• Emancipation Proclamation Video
• Civil War Analysis Study Guide
• Union and Confederate Politics Notes
• President Lincoln's Legacy: Plans for a Reconstructed Union video
• President Andrew Johnson: Attempts to Continue Lincoln's Reconstruction Plans video
• Presidential Reconstruction 1865-1867 notes
• Radical Reconstruction information
• The Reconstruction Amendments video
• Ulysses S. Grant Reconstruction Information
• The Travails of Reconstruction information
• Reconstruction Primary Source Documents and Information
• Civil War Primary Source Documents 
• American Industry Development in Gilded Age video
• Railroads in Late 19th Century information
• Economic Policies during Second Industrial Revolution video
• Immigrants and Health Concerns in late 19th century America information
• Trusts and Monopolies Information
• The Grange Movement 1875 information
• The Progressive Movement & Impact on American Politics information
• Women's Suffrage and Early Feminism Video
• Trust Busting and Government Regulations during Progressive Era video
• Progressive Era Politics Analysis information
• Progressive Era Amendments video
• 20th Century Economic and Social Changes information
• The Progressives and Direct Democracy information
• What Caused Wall Street Crash of 1929 information
• Great Depression Timeline
• The Farmers Story - the Great Depression video
• The Great Depression Analysis Study Guide
• Hoover and New Deal information
• Great Depression 1930s information
• FDR first 100 days study guide
• Measures introduced by Roosevelt to deal with depression information
• The New Deal Coalition video
• Opposition to New Deal information
• New Deal documents to analyze
• Great Depression and New Deal: Primary Source Collections
• The New Deal Primary Sources
• Great Depression and Herbert Hoover information
• USA National Archives - Gives you access to a range of historical sources. Especially useful when studying the American options and International Relations from an American perspective.
• Library of Congress - A collection of sources and resources from The Library of Congress.

AICE Music (9483) - AS Level - 9483 syllabus
Instructor: 
Grade Levels:  10-12

The AICE music class is an advanced music class that is an in-depth study of music history and/or music performance.  Students who are interested in the class should either have completed AICE General Paper and/or have a significant background in music.  Please note there is NO requirement that students in the class have a musical background.  The information provided by AICE makes it very clear that non-music people are encouraged to take the class.

The topics covered in the class cover a wide range of musical ideas including (but not limited to) form, harmonic structure, historical context, and emotion in music.  Two fundamental ideas in music are assigned by Cambridge each year for in depth study.  Additional concepts are assigned by the teacher to ensure a thorough understanding of music.  The examination for this class does require students to perform musical pieces, compose short musical pieces, and write about music based on selections that are played for you.

If you enjoy listening, talking about, and discovering, music AICE is a wonderful class.  Be prepared to contribute to daily class discussions and to see music in a totally new way!

AICE Music Resources:

• AICE Music Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper              Paper 1 Audio File 1          Paper 1 Audio File 2       Paper 1 Audio File 3                    Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

AICE Physics (9702) - AS & A-Level - 9702 syllabus
Instructor:  Mrs. Tania Hartman
Grade Levels:  12

AICE Physics is a survey of physics that includes the study of such topics as kinematics (describing motion), accelerated motion, dynamics (explaining motion by looking at the forces involved), work, power, energy, momentum,  properties of matter, electric fields,  electric current, practical circuits, waves and their properties, and radioactivity.   Laboratory activities and their analysis will be an integral part of the course.   As physics relies heavily on mathematical problem solving, it is HIGHLY recommended that you have completed Algebra II Honors with at least a B and are currently enrolled in an upper-level mathematics course. 

AICE Physics Resources:

• AS Level - Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                                               Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level - Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                                               Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS Level - Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper                                               Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A-Level -   Paper 4 Specimen (Example) Paper                                               Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A-Level -   Paper 5 Specimen (Example) Paper                                               Paper 5 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• AICE Physics Student (Learner) Guide
• STEM Learning Website - Navigate via ‘resources’ to Secondary and A Level Science. You will need to create an account if you have not used this resource before. The physics section is subdivided in familiar topics and each topic contains (or is linked to) a wide range of resources, e.g. detailed lesson plans, videos and interactive animations.
• Institute of Physics Website - Navigate to ‘Teaching Advanced Physics’. This site gives ideas and resources for teaching physics, grouped in familiar topics.
• PhET University of Colorado Boulder Interactive Simulations Website - This site contains a vast range of physics simulations, often of experiments which are difficult to perform within the laboratory. You will need to register to gain full functionality, for example to download the teacher notes which are essential for each activity. 
• Minute Physics YouTube Channel -  This site contains some entertaining and thought provoking ‘sketch type’ videos which are particularly useful for wave particle duality and explaining the Universe.
• The Particle Adventure Website - This is an excellent resource to accompany the Particle Physics topic. It provides a comprehensive set of resources and activities for all the aspects covered in this topic, with plenty of scope for independent and Next Steps 12 active learning. In the additional features section, there is a link to a highly useful wall chart on Fundamental Particles and their interactions.

AICE Psychology (9990) - AS Level - 9990 syllabus
Instructor:  Mrs. Jackie Insalaco
Grade Levels:  11-12

AICE Psychology is an internationally accepted college level course that explores behavior and mental processes through twenty “core studies” from Psychology’s past. Students who take this course will gain a working knowledge of what psychologists do, how they gather their data, and how the research is applied to daily life.  Students in the AICE Psychology class are expected to able to write for evidence, evaluation, application, and analysis.  Students will write a total of 20 papers as they relate to 20 original research studies and will take 20 tests to prepare for the AICE exam during the year.  The 20 research studies to be examined will allow students to reflect on five key approaches in psychology: cognitive psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, physiological psychology, and the psychology of individual differences. 

AICE Psychology Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                                          Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                                          Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses - this document contains actual example student responses to Paper 1 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.
• Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses - this document contains actual example student responses to Paper 2 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.
• AICE Psychology Student (Learner) Guide
• Simple Psychology Website - This website offers information on all forms of behaviourism.
• Mrs. M's AICE Psychology YouTube channel - videos with information about psychology studies
• Cambridge A-Levels Psychology YouTube Channel with Ross Stephenson - videos on how to answer papers and about psychology studies
• Cambridge AS Psychology Videos by David Meaker on YouTube
• Powerpoints from an AICE Psychology teacher at North Marion High School
• Powerpoints about and notes on case studies and key words by Mr. Piazza at Somerset Canyon Charter School
• Psych Tutors has a page for each of the studies as well as information on the five approaches
• WJEC Educational Resources for psychology

AICE Sociology (9699)- AS Level - 9699 syllabus
Instructor: Mrs. Jackie Insalaco
Grade Levels:  10-12

In a rapidly changing world, Cambridge International Sociology offers students the opportunity to not only explore the processes that are shaping current trends, but also to develop an understanding of the complexity and diversity of human societies and their continuities with the past. The study of Sociology should stimulate awareness of contemporary social, cultural and political issues, and focus attention on the importance of examining these issues in a rigorous, reasoned and analytical way. 

AICE Sociology Resources:

• Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                                       Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                                       Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 1 Specimen Answers
• Paper 2 Specimen Answers

• Paper 1 Example Candidate Responses                                June 2021 Paper 1                                                 June 2021 Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 2 Example Candidate Responses                                June 2021 Paper 2                                                 June 2021 Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AICE Sociology Student (Learner) Guide
• Socio Guru YouTube Channel with AS Sociology videos
• Mr. Andoscia's Sociology Classroom - readings, study guides, writing advice and structures, video lectures, notes
• Crash Course Socialization Video
• Revise Sociology - notes on culture, socialization, and social norms   Notes on Research Methods in Sociology
• Introduction to Sociology Video
• Sociology Central Resources - various links and notes

AICE Spanish Language (8685) - AS Level - 8685 syllabus
Instructor: Mrs. Ana Garcia

Grade Levels:  Grades 11-12

Students in the Spanish Language class will study a wide range of topics in the language including human relationships, family, patterns of daily life, the media, food and drink , law and order, religion, health and fitness, work and leisure, employment, sports, and education.  It is recommended that students who wish to enter the AICE Spanish Language class have a minimum of three previous years of instruction in Spanish.  Students are required to complete a speaking presentation that will be recorded as part of the exam for this class. 

AICE Spanish Language Resources:

• Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                           Paper 2 Reading Insert                               Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper                                                                                           Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• Example Candidate Responses -  this document contains actual example student responses to Papers 1, 2 and 3 and gives details on how they were scored by the Cambridge examiners and why.
• Example Candidate Responses Audio Files 
• Cambridge Suggested Resources Document - textbook and website resource suggestions

AICE Thinking Skills (9694) - AS & A-Level - 9694 syllabus
Instructor:  Ms. Kathy Moore

Grade Levels:  10-12

Thinking Skills is an intriguing course that allows candidates to develop a specific set of transferable intellectual skills, independent of subject content including Critical Reasoning and Problem Solving.  The focus of the Critical Reasoning unit is on development of skill sets to

1. evaluate the credibility of evidence (information) to make decisions based on rational,  logical reasoning;
2. to analyze and draw appropriate conclusions from scientific data;
3. to unpack arguments, identify flaws in reasoning and present reasoned arguments.

The Problem Solving unit focuses on analytical thinking using data and strategies to create/find solutions to real world scenarios.  Students learn to think critically “outside the box,” look at scenarios from different perspectives and discover “what to do” (strategies to implement) “when we don’t know what to do.”  

Students must have a “true desire to think,” be actively involved in group discussions AND motivated to improve their skills at thinking.  We practice making informed decisions based on sound logical reasoning.  The curriculum creates opportunities for and encourages free and open debate, critical and investigative thinking, and informed and disciplined reasoning.

 AICE Thinking Skills Resources:

• AS-Level - Paper 1 Specimen (Example) Paper                                Paper 1 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• AS-Level - Paper 2 Specimen (Example) Paper                                Paper 2 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A-Level -   Paper 3 Specimen (Example) Paper                                Paper 3 Mark Scheme (Rubric)
• A-Level -   Paper 4 Specimen (Example) Paper                                Paper 4 Mark Scheme (Rubric)

• AICE Thinking Skills Student (Learner) Guide