Stalin: Fear, Power and Control in the USSR - Leaving Cert History

When	Monday 9th Feb 2026
Time	7pm – 8pm
Zoom Online	Webinar format
Facilitator	Patrick Hickey
Audience	Post Primary

Overview
Join me for a focused teaching session on Stalin’s use of terror during the Show Trials. These events offer a powerful entry point for understanding control, fear, and power in the USSR.

• Learning Outcomes
  I’ll model how to teach this topic clearly while helping students avoid over-descriptive answers.
• We’ll look closely at recent exam trends, including how to handle two-aspect essay prompts and avoid common structural pitfalls.Resources

Included:

• PowerPoint notes for classroom teaching
• A full H1-standard sample essay
• Primary sources and planning strategies

Facilitator – Patrick Hickey

Delivered by Patrick Hickey, better known as @lchistorytutor. His resources and insights are used by teachers and students nationwide to raise standards and deepen historical understanding.

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