Rumour has it that Julius Caesar set off in 55 BC with a force of 80 ships and 10,000 soldiers to invade Britain in order to seize Evidence-Based Learning (EBL) lessons to take back to Rome in triumph. It is said that he was particularly keen to get his hands on this Roman-based “Mastering EBL skills” set in which, it has to be said, Caesar himself plays a leading role.

Caesar had heard from the Gauls that these “Mastering EBL skills” lessons were some of the best resources ever produced for schools because they have the VIII evidence-based learning skills proven by research to maximise learning included in them and, in addition, each one also offers pupils the opportunity to master one of these skills. All VIII EBL skills are covered across these 25 lessons.

These VIII EBL skills, which can be easily acquired by every Roman, Briton or Gaul regardless of ability, have been proven to lead to the highest level of learning because they combine the most effective thinking skills with the most productive learning skills.

Using the Roman period in British history as the medium to master the VIII EBL skills allows a minimal cognitive load as each lesson builds on, and gently extends, the history content. In addition, English skills are developed throughout the lessons. Further mastering lessons will be added to the Roman series which will cover Caesar’s second invasion in 54 BC, Claudius’ invasion in 43 AD, Boudica’s revolt and daily life in Romano-Britain.