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IB History Internal Assessment (IA) Writing and Research Handouts and Guides
The document contains several IB History Internal Assessment (IA) Writing and Research Handouts and Guides. The file includes an IA proofreading checklist, templates for section 1 and 2, research question peer review activity, outline assignment, and research notes template. It is suggested that you use this in conjunction with a sample IA in parts.
11th - 12th
Other (Social Studies), U.S. History, World History
Rise of Stalin Speed Dating
Students will be able to complete this task: Explain how Stalin was able to overcome the challenge from the Left and the Right?
Students will research for their role on a historical figure. They will come into class and role play as that person and conduct interviews with other figures during Stalin's rise to power.
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Government, World History
Population Research Project
This assignment helps students practice researching demographic data on a country of your choice to create an 8 page report that describes the population of their country. Aligns with the AP Human Geography curriculum. It includes a grading rubric. (The latest version has updated directions and resource links.)
6th - 11th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Geography, Other (Social Studies)
CCSS
6.SP.B.5
, HSS-ID.B.6
Viewing Guide for the BBC documentary Planet Earth
This viewing guide specifically focuses on the documentary's chapters on Mountains and Freshwater.
7th - 9th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Geography
Phillips Curve and AD Worksheet
AP Macroeconomics - This worksheet helps students understand how the Phillips Curve and AD/AS graphs are related.
10th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Economics
Multiple Nuclei Model and Urban Structures Assignment
This assignment asks students to explore their city and identify the locations of multiple nuclei within it. This lesson is oriented explicitly for St. Petersburg but can be modified to fit any city. Online resources, such as Google Maps, can be used as an alternative to traveling in person. See comments for additional notes for teachers on ways to modify for your location. AP Human Geography - Urbanization
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Geography
CCSS
SL.11-12.4
, SL.11-12.5
, SL.11-12.6
Urbanization Model Case Studies: St Petersburg and Tampa
This project asks students to apply what they have learned about the urbanization models discussed in AP Human Geography to either St. Petersburg or Tampa but can be modified for almost any city. Students must use maps of their city and decide which model best describes the urban layout.
9th
Geography, U.S. History
A reading guide for Geography of Nowhere by Kunstler Ch. Joyride
This reading guide supports the chapter from Kunstler's book Geography of Nowhere. It covers the Joyride chapter which explores the changing transportation networks in the US during the last 100 years. Supports the AP Human Geography curriculum on urbanization.
9th
Geography, U.S. History
Foreign Imports Scavenger Hunt
This assignment is a fun way to introduce the concept of imports and exports. Students must search their homes for products that have been imported from specific foreign countries. Aligns with AP Macroeconomics and Economics.
6th - 12th
Economics
Immigrant Interview Assignment
This assignment asks students to interview a legal immigrant to better understand the reasons people migrate and the challenges they face when coming to a new country. Civics, Government, AP Human Geography
9th
Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government
Viewing Guide for the documentary Hot Coffee
A simple viewing guide for the documentary Hot Coffee. Civics. Judicial System. Economics
9th
Civics, Criminal Justice - Law, Government
Geography of Nowhere - Evil Empire
This is a guided reading assignment to accompany the Chapter Evil Empire from the book Geography of Nowhere by Kunstler for AP Human Geography.
9th - 12th
Geography, U.S. History
Central Business District Scavenger Hunt
This assignment helps students better understand the geographic landscape of a central business district. Students must explore a CBD and find examples of key terms related to AP Human Geography.
9th - 12th
Geography, U.S. History
AP Human Geography Ethnic Conflict Research Paper
This assignment requires students to research particular ethnic conflicts and create a research report based on their findings.
9th - 12th
Geography, World History
"A State of Mind" Viewing Guide
Questions at various levels for students who view the documentary "A State of Mind." It includes open-ended questions.
8th - 12th
Asian Studies, Geography, Government
"A Death in Tehran" Viewing Guide
This is a viewing guide to help prepare students to view the Frontline documentary about the political uprisings in Iran.
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Civics, Geography, World History
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About the store
Experience
15+ years working in education including post-secondary education.
Teaching style
Hands-on investigations, complex reading assignments and analysis, evaluating resources and differing opinions, debates, Socratic method
Awards & shining teacher moments
Top 10 Finalist - Pinellas County Teacher of the Year
Patricia Behring Teacher of the Year Award - Florida
Teacher Prestige Award - Memphis City Schools
Excellence in Coaching Award - Urban Debate League
My own education history
Masters in Arts of Teaching; BA in Sociology
Additional biographical information
Brandon Rader is an award-winning teacher and curriculum designer with nearly two decades of experience helping students and educators thrive. Recognized as a Top 10 Teacher of the Year finalist by the Pinellas Education Foundation and honored nationally by National History Day, Brandon has taught and designed rigorous, engaging social studies courses—including AP Human Geography and IB World History—for diverse classrooms across the U.S.
Brandon’s work is grounded in practical, real-world teaching. He’s led professional development, mentored new teachers, and created classroom-ready resources that meet high standards without sacrificing creativity. His lessons have helped students not just pass exams, but think critically, ask better questions, and connect learning to the world around them.
A lifelong learner himself, Brandon has traveled extensively through Europe, Latin America, and Asia, including fellowships in Germany, South Korea, and Japan. These global experiences shape his culturally responsive approach to teaching and curriculum development.
This toolkit brings together the wisdom, tools, and hard-won strategies Brandon wishes he’d had as a new teacher—designed to support educators who want to teach with purpose, confidence, and impact.
Learn more at https://www.skillforge.design
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