Queries about using the Understanding Slavery website

• 1.Who is this site for?
• 2.Is this site only for history teachers?
• 3.Can I use this site for teaching key stage 2?
• 4.Can I use this site for teaching older students?
• 5.Do I need to register to use the website? What happens if I forget my password?
• 6.Is the information available to download?
• 7.Can I print the pictures?
• 8.Are the materials ‘one size fits all’, or is their differentiation?
• 9.How much do I need to know about the transatlantic slave trade before I start teaching?
• 10.What about the issues and sensitivities of teaching the subject?

The site is written primarily for History teachers, teaching key stage 3. Older or more able students could use other parts of the site independently.

No, although History teachers are the main audience, many of the Learning Resources can be used in other subjects including Citizenship, English, ICT, RE, and PSHE and by anyone teaching outside the formal curriculum.

Yes, although it is primarily for teachers at key stage 3 the activities can be adapted for key stage 2. Much of the background information will be useful to non-specialist teachers at key stage 2 who cover West African History as a world study or the transatlantic slave trade within a local history study.

Yes, although it is primarily aimed at key stage 3 the activities can be adapted for older students. Much of the Background Information and historical sources can be used independently by older students following their own lines of enquiry.

No, you do not have to register to use the site but, if you do you can open the My teaching folder tool which enables you save material from the Learning Resources for further use. If you forget your password there is an automatic reminder prompt. Registration is free and your details will not be passed to any other parties, or used for any other purpose without your permission.

Yes, the content in the Learning Resources is available as downloads. There are many images, PDFs, and audiovisual files for you to download.

Yes, you can also project pictures using a data projector or an electronic whiteboard. Downloading the images first and then resizing them will assist in achieving the best quality for your purposes.

The Learning Resources are flexible enough to be used with a wide range of students and you can adapt them to your needs.

The website has an Introductory PowerPoint Presentation that you can use to get started or as a refresher tool. The Background Information on each historical theme is also provided to support your research on the subject. If you want to pursue a particular subject in more depth there are other resources listed in References and External links.

The Issues to Consider section of the website can support you in this aspect of the teaching and also offers guidelines about use of terminology.