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At JB Resources, our mission is to empower educators and students with top-tier educational materials specifically crafted for GCSE and A-Level Psychology. Our comprehensive collection is designed to cater to the diverse needs of the classroom, ensuring each lesson is interactive, thorough, and up-to-date. From complete topic bundles to individual lessons, we provide resources that make learning both enjoyable and effective.
Welcome to JB Resources on TES!
At JB Resources, our mission is to empower educators and students with top-tier educational materials specifically crafted for GCSE and A-Level Psychology. Our comprehensive collection is designed to cater to the diverse needs of the classroom, ensuring each lesson is interactive, thorough, and up-to-date. From complete topic bundles to individual lessons, we provide resources that make learning both enjoyable and effective.
This lesson was created using the latest AQA A-Level Specification (published June 2019) although content and activities may be useful for other specifications.
Key content covered in this Lesson:
Key Questions
The Cognitive Interview
Report Everything
Reinstate the Context
Reverse the Order
Change Perspective
Activity: Concepts - Try it yourself
The Enhanced Cognitive Interview (ECI)
Activity: Concepts - Write Your Own (with answers)
Video: Example of a Cognitive Interview
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam Practice: Short answer, Evaluation Questions with Mark Scheme
Plenary: Consolidation Question
Activity: Whole Topic Recap
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Key content covered in this Lesson:
Key Questions
Freud’s Psychodynamic Theory
Psychosexual Development: The Psychosexual Stages
Summary table of the Five Psychosexual Stages
The Oedipus Complex
The Electra Complex
Identification and Internalisation
Exam Practice Questions with Mark Scheme: Psychodynamic Explanations of Gender
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Planning 8 Mark Questions
Plenary: Consolidation Question
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Key content covered in this Lesson:
Key Questions
Video: Social Learning Theory in 4 Minutes
Class discussion: How can SLT Explain this trend?
Applying SLT to Gender Development
Direct Reinforcement
Differential Reinforcement
Indirect Reinforcement
Identification and Modelling
Mediational Processes
Concepts: Lily and Millie
Exam Practice Questions with Mark Scheme: Social Learning Explanation of Gender
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Application Question
Plenary: Consolidation Question
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Key content covered in this Lesson:
Key Questions
Evolutionary Theory
Natural Selection
Evolutionary Psychology
Sexual Jealousy as an Evolutionary Explanation of Human Aggression
Wilson & Daly’s Research (1996) - Mate Rentention Strategies
Domestic Abuse
Activity: Evaluating Interviews
Shackelford et al.'s Research (2005)- Intimate Partner Violence
Activity: Evaluating Questionnaires
Evolutionary Explanations of Bullying
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Application Question
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Evaluation Question
Activity: Writing Double and Triple Whopper Paragraphs
Plenary: Consolidation Question
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Key content covered in this Lesson:
Key Questions
Early Research on Knowledge of the Physical World
Violation of Expectation (VOE) Experiments
Procedure
Findings
Other VOE Studies
Baillargeon’s Theory of Infant Physical Reasoning
Activity: Concepts - Children’s understanding Physical Properties
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Short answer question
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Planning 16 Mark Questions
Plenary: Consolidation Question
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Key content covered in this Lesson:
Social Support
Video: Understanding Biofeedback
Types of Social Support (Schaefer et al., 1981)
Instrumental Social Support
Emotional Social Support
Esteem Social Support
Research into Social Support (Cohen et al., 2015)
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation point
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: 16 Mark Essay with Application
Using and quoting the STEM
Activity: Essay scaffold
Plenary: Consolidation question
Activity: Topic reflection
This bundle includes a complete lesson and activities for the A-Level Topic Stress Topic:
The 13 lessons are included in this bundle are:
The Physiology of Stress
The Role of Stress in Illness
Life Changes
Daily Hassles
Workplace Stress
Measuring Stress
Personality Type
Hardiness
Drug Therapy
Stress Inoculation Therapy
Biofeedback
Gender Differences in Coping with Stress
The Role of Social Support
*Please see individual lessons for further details of included content.
This lesson was created using the AQA GCSE Specification (published December 2016) although content and activities may be useful for other specifications.
Key content covered in this Lesson:
Lesson Objectives
Short-Term Memory vs. Long-Term Memory
Episodic Memory
Semantic Memory
Procedural Memory
Declarative vs. Non-Declarative Memories
Activity: Key Term Match 4
Episodic, Semantic or Procedural?
Video: The Case Study of Clive Wearing
Activity: Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Application Question
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Research Methods Question (Case Studies) with Model Answer
Plenary: Consolidation Question
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This lesson was created using the GCSE (9-1) Religious Studies B specification although content and activities may be useful for other specifications.
Key content covered in this Lesson:
The Nature of Allah
Video: What is Allah like?
Key Islamic Beliefs about God
The 99 Names of Allah
Surah 112 Analysis
Characteristics of Allah
The Importance of Knowing the Nature of Allah
Exam Practice Questions (a) and (b) Questions
Plenary: Consolidation Activity
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This bundle includes a complete scheme of work for the Psychology topic: ADDICTION.
The 11 lessons are included in this bundle are:
Describing Addiction
Risk Factors in the Development of Addiction
Brain Neurochemistry as an Explanation for Nicotine Addiction
Learning Theory as an Explanation for Nicotine Addiction
Learning Theory as an Explanation for Gambling Addiction
Cognitive Theory of Gambling Addiction
Drug Therapy: Reducing Addiction
Behavioural Interventions - Aversion Therapy: Reducing Addiction
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Reducing Addiction
The Theory of Planned Behaviour
Prochaska’s Model of Behaviour Change
*Please see individual lessons for further details of content included.
EXPLANATIONS FOR NICOTINE ADDICTION: Includes Brain Neurochemistry & Learning Theory [A-Level Psychology - Addiction Topic)
This lesson bundle includes TWO complete lessons:
Brain Chemistry as an Explanation for Nicotine Addiction
Learning Theory as an Explanation for Nicotine Addiction
All lessons include the complete lesson slides and worksheets.
Please see individual lessons for further details of included content
EXPLANATIONS FOR GAMBLING ADDICTION: Includes Learning Theory & Cognitive Theory of Gambling Addiction [A-Level Psychology - Addiction Topic)
This lesson bundle includes TWO complete lessons:
Brain Chemistry as an Explanation for Nicotine Addiction
Learning Theory as an Explanation for Nicotine Addiction
All lessons include the complete lesson slides and worksheets.
Please see individual lessons for further details of included content
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Key content included:
Key questions
Video: What is Obesity?
Genetic Explanations
Family Studies
Polygenic Determination
Neural Explanations
Serotonin
Dopamine
Exam practice: 16 Mark Questions - A01 Paragraph
Mark scheme
Possible content
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam practice: 16 Mark Questions - A03 Paraagraph
Mark Scheme
Possible Evaluation
Plenary: Discussion prompt
This lesson was created using the Edexcel GCSE Specification although content and activities may be useful for other specifications.
Key content covered in this Lesson:
Learning objectives
Activity: Stroop Test
Introduction to Willingham’s Theory
Factual Knowledge Precedes Skill
The Importance of Praise and Effort
Important for Building Knowledge
Strategies to Support Development: Cognitive, Physical and Social Development
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Application questions
Evaluation worksheet
Evaluation points
Exam Practice with Mark Scheme: Evaluation Question
Plenary: Consolidation question
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This bundle designed using the OxfordAQA International A-level Psychology (9685) specification although content and activities may be useful for other specifications.
This bundle includes 7 complete lessons (.ppt) with activities:
Types of Biological Rhythms
Biological Rhythms - Endogenous Pacemakers and Exogenous Zeitgebers
Disruption of Biological Rhythms
Nature of Sleep
Evolutionary Explanations of Sleep
Restoration Theories of Sleep including Memory Consolidation
Disorders of Sleep: Insomnia and Narcolepsy
*Please see individual lessons for further details of included content.
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This fully editable lesson explores the impact of disrupting biological rhythms, focusing on the effects of shift work and jet lag. Designed using the OxfordAQA International A-level Psychology (9685) specification, this lesson helps students understand how modern lifestyle factors can desynchronise circadian rhythms and the potential health consequences.
Key Features:
Comprehensive Lesson Slides: The lesson covers how biological rhythms are disrupted by factors such as shift work and jet lag. Students will learn about the role of endogenous pacemakers (internal body clocks) and exogenous zeitgebers (external cues such as light) in regulating circadian rhythms. Key studies, including Davis et al. (2001) on shift work and Cho et al. (2000) on jet lag, are discussed, providing insights into the effects of misaligned biological rhythms on health, performance, and well-being.
Interactive Activities: Engages students with a “Do Now” activity that prompts them to reflect on the consequences of disrupted sleep schedules. Throughout the lesson, Think-Pair-Share discussions encourage students to consider real-world scenarios, such as the experiences of night-shift workers and frequent travellers. Case studies like “Sam the Policewoman” provide opportunities for students to apply their knowledge of pacemakers and zeitgebers to practical examples, fostering critical thinking.
Assessment Materials: Includes exam-style questions with model answers to assess students’ understanding of the effects of shift work and jet lag. Students will evaluate research, discuss strategies for minimising the negative impacts (such as forward shift rotation and light management), and critically engage with the evidence, helping them develop the analytical skills required for psychology exams.
This fully editable lesson focuses on the different stages and characteristics of sleep, including both non-REM (NREM) and REM sleep. Designed using the OxfordAQA International A-level Psychology (9685) specification, this lesson explores the nature of sleep, the biological rhythms that regulate it, and key research findings.
Key Features:
Comprehensive Lesson Slides: The lesson covers the different stages of sleep, from light NREM sleep to deep slow-wave sleep and REM sleep. Students will learn how each stage is characterised by unique brainwave patterns and physiological changes, with a focus on EEG readings. Key studies, including the work of Aserinsky and Kleitman (1953), are highlighted, providing insight into how sleep cycles operate as ultradian rhythms. The lesson also addresses the role of circadian rhythms and neurotransmitters in sleep regulation.
Interactive Activities: Students engage in a “Do Now” activity that prompts them to consider how sleep deprivation affects their body. The lesson includes a detailed summary activity where students complete a chart outlining the stages of NREM and REM sleep. Additionally, the lesson incorporates a quiz using ABCD cards to assess understanding, allowing for instant feedback and class discussion on the key differences between the stages of sleep.
Assessment Materials: Includes exam-style questions with model answers that assess understanding of NREM and REM sleep. Questions prompt students to explain differences between sleep stages, interpret EEG data, and identify key features of REM sleep such as muscle paralysis and vivid dreaming. This encourages critical thinking and exam readiness.
This fully editable lesson covers key sleep disorders, including insomnia and narcolepsy, exploring their symptoms, causes, and treatments. Designed using the OxfordAQA International A-level Psychology (9685) specification, this lesson provides an in-depth understanding of sleep disorders, with real-world applications and case studies.
Key Features:
Comprehensive Lesson Slides: The lesson covers major sleep disorders such as insomnia and narcolepsy, detailing their symptoms, underlying causes (e.g., neurotransmitters like orexin in narcolepsy), and various treatment options (e.g., CBT for insomnia, stimulant medications for narcolepsy). The slides also include relevant research, such as Gregory et al. (2006) on the role of circadian rhythms in insomnia, providing insights into the biological and psychological aspects of these disorders.
Interactive Activities: Engages students through a multiple-choice quiz (MCQ) where they can hold up A, B, C, or D cards to answer questions related to sleep disorders, such as identifying symptoms of narcolepsy or treatments for insomnia. The quiz serves as a quick assessment tool, allowing students to consolidate their understanding of key concepts. The lesson also includes case studies, such as Imran’s experience with insomnia, which encourages students to apply their knowledge by explaining real-life scenarios using psychological theory.
Assessment Materials: Includes exam-style questions with model answers to assess students’ ability to describe and evaluate research into sleep disorders. Questions cover key areas such as symptoms of insomnia, genetic and personality factors in insomnia, and evaluating research on narcolepsy, helping students prepare for exam-level analysis and evaluation of sleep disorders.
This fully editable lesson explores the evolutionary explanations for the functions of sleep, focusing on how ecological factors, predator-prey relationships, and energy conservation influence sleep patterns across species. Designed using the OxfordAQA International A-level Psychology (9685) specification, this lesson provides a detailed understanding of sleep’s adaptive role in survival.
Key Features:
Comprehensive Lesson Slides: The lesson covers key evolutionary theories of sleep, including the predator-prey hypothesis by Meddis (1975) and the hibernation theory by Webb (1982). Students will learn how factors such as an animal’s size, ecological niche, and predator-prey status affect sleep duration. The lesson includes research by Allison and Cicchetti (1976) and Lesku et al. (2005), highlighting how correlational studies have shaped our understanding of the relationship between brain mass, sleep duration, and REM sleep.
Interactive Activities: Students engage with a “Do Now” activity that prompts them to think critically about whether sleep is always beneficial for animals. The lesson also features “Check it” questions throughout to assess understanding, including tasks that ask students to explain ecological niches, evaluate research findings, and critically assess the limitations of correlational and captivity-based studies.
Assessment Materials: Includes exam-style questions with model answers, such as explaining evolutionary functions of sleep and identifying limitations of using animal studies to investigate sleep. These assessment materials guide students in applying their knowledge to real-world examples and prepare them for answering both application and evaluation questions on this topic.
This free, editable resource is designed for A Level Psychology students to enhance their evaluation skills using the GRAVE method (Generalisability, Reliability, Applications, Validity, Ethical Issues).
The resource includes a detailed summary sheet and a blank worksheet, guiding students through key questions for each component of GRAVE. It helps students critically assess psychological studies, ensuring they understand sample representation, experimental control, real-world applications, variable influences, and ethical considerations.
Ideal for classroom use or independent study, this resource supports comprehensive and structured evaluation practice.