Liam Core

This inquiry-based, fully scaffolded unit introduces History as an Area of Knowledge — designed as the first AOK in the TOK course and a structured foundation for the TOK Essay. Aligned with the current IB Theory of Knowledge syllabus, it develops a clear understanding of how historical knowledge is constructed through interpretation, methods, perspectives, ethics, and the influence of the knower. Each lesson builds conceptual clarity through structured tasks, targeted questioning, and real-worl

This is a lesson where students consider and discuss how we value Art, and what Art is considered valuable or not. The lesson is fully structured and scaffolded, and gives students several opportunities to reflect on their own experiences and tastes in Art. There are examples that students are familiar with (e.g. Mona Lisa, Fast and Furious 9) and perhaps less familiar with (e.g. David Byrne's American Utopia). The lesson also looks at how NFT's are making us reconsider the value of Art. All to

This is a fully scaffolded lesson considering the Historical, Social and Cultural influence on our understanding of Art. There are ten tasks all together, with all resources provided. The lesson starts by considering the role of stereotypes in our understanding of different forms of Art, before considering events in the US and the UK surrounding the removal of statues. Then there's an analysis of cancel culture, and some activities considering why certain musicians haven't been cancelled. All t

This is a fully structured and scaffolded lesson for the new TOK spec on how Art can be used as a Tool for campaigning. There are five tasks altogether, with lots of scope for discussion and many cross curricular links. IB Memes, Pussy Riot, and domestic violence are some of the topics covered. There is a PPT and a worksheet.