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Outstanding GCSE and A level chemistry resources

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Having taught GCSE and A level chemistry for 6 years and being an examiner I have developed a solid understanding of what makes a lesson outstanding and seek to share this with other teachers.
Work done questions and answers worksheet with formula triangle - for foundation GCSE students
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Work done questions and answers worksheet with formula triangle - for foundation GCSE students

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This is a worksheet on applying the work done formula (work done = force x distance) with questions and answers. It uses formula triangles to make the content accessible for lower ability students. The final two questions are more challenging as students need to convert from kiloNewtons to Newtons. The conversion is given at the bottom of the sheet. Please rate this resource and leave feedback.
Earthquakes, tsunami, P and S waves graded task
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Earthquakes, tsunami, P and S waves graded task

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This is a GCSE graded task sheet on earthquakes, tsunami, P and S waves designed for independent learning. Students play the role of a geological scientist working for company that is designing an earthquake detection system. They need to put 10 detectors around Japan and explain as part of a Dragons Den pitch how they can detect a tsunami. There are differentiated websites provided for research. Please leave feedback to how this is useful or how it can be improved.
Electromagnetic Spectrum level assessed task
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Electromagnetic Spectrum level assessed task

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This is am ICT research level assessed task that has been designed for key stage 3 levels 5 to 7. It would also work well as a GCSE task for a middle ability group grades D to B. The starter is the fun YouTube video that gets students discussing and explaining what light is. Differentiation is through keyword, website and level. Please rate this resource and leave feedback.
Sound homework project for peer teaching
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Sound homework project for peer teaching

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This is a homework project with 2 optional extension tasks where students research what hearing is. This homework is set at least a week in advance and is used as the basis for a peer teaching lesson which is guided (facilitated) by the teacher. Students may produce a written textbook page or podcast.