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Navigation - GCSE History Definition

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Navigation is the skill or process of successfully finding a way from one place to another. In the context of GCSE History, navigation often refers to the techniques and tools used by explorers and sailors to travel across the sea during important events or time periods, like the Age of Exploration. This might include the use of maps, compasses, stars, and other instruments to determine the best route and avoid getting lost. Understanding navigation helps us learn how explorers were able to discover new lands and trade routes, which had a big impact on history.

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Zoe has worked in education for 10 years as a teaching assistant and a teacher. This has given her an in-depth perspective on how to support all learners to achieve to the best of their ability. She has been the Lead of Key Stage 4 History, showing her expertise in the Edexcel GCSE syllabus and how best to revise. Ever since she was a child, Zoe has been passionate about history. She believes now, more than ever, the study of history is vital to explaining the ever-changing world around us. Zoe’s focus is to create accessible content that breaks down key historical concepts and themes to achieve GCSE success.

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