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PFR resources have been designed to ensure good quality teaching is not compromised by printing restrictions or buffering videos. Lessons that include worksheets have been created for teachers to print at least two copies to an A4 sheet.
This bundle includes all the resources required to teach unit 2D for the new Pearson BTEC applied science specification.
Learning aim D: Review personal development of scientific skills for laboratory work
All lessons have been created in accordance to the specification requirements. Videos have been embedded for ease of use and printer friendly resources attached. Search the individual lessons for more information on the lesson content. Save 22% by purchasing this bundle.
Lesson 1-Personal responsibility
Lesson 2-Interpersonal skills
Lesson 3-Professional practice
Assignment template
Please note that I have merged the content of two lessons into one resource.
Trophic levels and biomass transfers lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for a higher ability class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. This lesson Includes powerpoint timers, slide animations, past paper questions, self-assessment, interactive mark scheme, embedded videos and review.
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NB: If you are unable to play embedded videos please view slide notes for link. *
AQA spec link: 4.7.4; 1, 2, 3
Relevant chapter: B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 300-301
Students are required to know the following;
7.4.1 Students should be able to describe the differences between the trophic levels of organisms within an ecosystem.
Trophic levels can be represented by numbers, starting at level 1 with plants and algae. Further trophic levels are numbered subsequently according to how far the organism is along the food chain.
Level 1: Plants and algae make their own food and are called producers.
Level 2: Herbivores eat plants/algae and are called primary consumers.
Level 3: Carnivores that eat herbivores are called secondary consumers.
Level 4: Carnivores that eat other carnivores are called tertiary consumers. Apex predators are carnivores with no predators.
Decomposers break down dead plant and animal matter by secreting enzymes into the environment. Small soluble food molecules then diffuse into the microorganism.
7.4.2 Pyramids of biomass can be constructed to represent the relative amount of biomass in each level of a food chain.
Trophic level 1 is at the bottom of the pyramid.
Students should be able to construct accurate pyramids of biomass from appropriate data.
7.4.3 Students should be able to: • describe pyramids of biomass • explain how biomass is lost between the different trophic levels.
Producers are mostly plants and algae which transfer about 1% of the incident energy from light for photosynthesis.
Only approximately 10% of the biomass from each trophic level is transferred to the level above it.
Losses of biomass are due to:
• not all the ingested material is absorbed, some is egested as faeces
• some absorbed material is lost as waste, such as carbon dioxide and water in respiration and water and urea in urine.
Large amounts of glucose are used in respiration.
Students should be able to calculate the efficiency of biomass transfers between trophic levels by percentages or fractions of mass.
Students should be able to explain how this affects the number of organisms at each trophic level.
Genetic engineering lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for higher ability (trilogy/combined) class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. Includes: embedded videos and timers, slide animations, practice questions with answers on slides. NB: If you are unable to play videos a URL link can be found in the slide notes.
AQA spec link: 4.6.2.4
Relevant chapter: B13 Variation and evolution. AQA Biology trilogy edition textbook-Page 186-187.
Students are required to know the following;
Students should be able to explain the potential benefits and risks of genetic engineering in agriculture and in medicine and that some people have objections.
Concerns about GM crops include the effect on populations of wild flowers and insects. Some people feel the effects of eating GM crops on human health have not been fully explored.
Please note that this resource contains two lessons worth of content.
Factors affecting food security and making food production efficient lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for a higher ability class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. This lesson Includes powerpoint timers, slide animations, past paper questions, self-assessment, interactive mark scheme, embedded videos and review.
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NB: If you are unable to play embedded videos please view slide notes for link. *
AQA spec link: 4.7.5; 1, 2, 3
Relevant chapter: B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 304-307
Students are required to know the following;
7.5.1 Students should be able to describe some
of the biological factors affecting levels of food security.
Food security is having enough food to feed a population.
Biological factors which are threatening food security include:
• the increasing birth rate has threatened food security in some countries
• changing diets in developed countries means scarce food resources are transported around the world
• new pests and pathogens affect farming
• environmental changes affect food production, such as widespread famine occurring in some countries if rains fail
• cost of agricultural inputs
• conflicts have arisen in some parts of the world over the availability of water or food.
Sustainable methods must be found to feed all people on Earth.
7.5.2 The efficiency of food production can be improved by restricting energy transfer from food animals to the environment. This can be done by limiting their movement and by controlling the temperature of their surroundings. Some animals are fed high protein foods to increase growth.
7.5.3 Fish stocks in the oceans are declining. It is important to maintain fish stocks at a level
where breeding continues or certain species may disappear altogether in some areas.
Control of net size and the introduction of fishing quotas play important roles in conservation of fish stocks at a sustainable level.
The role of negative feedback lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1) for my separates class (Year 10-KS4). This content is for HIGHER TIER only. Includes: slide animations, embedded video, practice exam question with mark scheme. This resource is suitable for combined science students. May needed to be edited for foundation students.
AQA spec link: 5.3.7
Relevant chapter: B11 Hormonal coordination. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 166-167.
Specification requires students to know the following;
Students should be able to explain the roles of thyroxine and adrenaline in the body. Adrenaline is produced by the adrenal glands in times of fear or stress. It increases the heart rate and boosts the
delivery of oxygen and glucose to the brain and muscles, preparing the body for ‘flight or fight’.
Thyroxine from the thyroid gland stimulates the basal metabolic rate. It plays an important role in growth and development. Thyroxine levels are controlled by negative feedback.
This bundle includes the B12 unit-Homeostasis in action. This is a separates/biology ONLY unit. All lessons have been done in accordance to the specification requirements. Videos have been embedded for ease of use (no internet connection required), and printer friendly resources attached. Search the individual lessons for more information on the lesson content. Save 33% by purchasing this bundle :)
Lesson 1-Controlling body temperature
Lesson 2-Removing waste products
Lesson 3-The human kidney (taught this over 2 lessons, both included in this resource pack).
Lesson 4-Dialysis-artificial kidney
Lesson 5-Kidney transplants
The human population explosion lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for a higher ability class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. Students are expected to demonstrate their graph skills this lesson as well as interpret data.
This lesson Includes powerpoint timers, slide animations, questions with markscheme and embedded video’s and mini review.
***Paper friendly tips: Avoid printing the markscheme provided, unless required, an interactive markscheme has been included in the powerpoint. Print two worksheets to one page to save paper. Instruct able students to copy out the table on slide 14 .
NB: If you are unable to play embedded videos please view slide notes for link. *
AQA spec link: 4.7.3.1; 3.2; 3.3
Relevant chapter: B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 286-287
Students are required to know the following;
Biodiversity is the variety of all the different species of organisms on earth, or within an ecosystem.
A great biodiversity ensures the stability of ecosystems due to the interdependencies of one species on another for food, shelter, and the maintenance of the physical environment.
The future of the human species on Earth relies on us maintaining a good level of biodiversity. Many human activities are reducing biodiversity and only recently have measures been taken to try to stop this reduction.
Rapid growth in the human population and an increase in the standard of living mean that increasingly more resources are used and more waste is produced. Unless waste and chemical materials are properly handled, more pollution will be caused.
Humans reduce the amount of land available for other animals and plants by building, quarrying, farming, and dumping waste.
Evolution and speciation lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for a separates class. Includes: embedded videos and timers, slide animations, practice questions with answers on slides, worksheet and an interactive quiz. NB: If you are unable to play videos a URL link can be found in the slide notes.
AQA spec link: 4.6.3.2
Relevant chapter: B15 Genetics and evolution. AQA Biology trilogy edition textbook-Page 240-241
Students are required to know the following;
Students should be able to:
• describe the work of Darwin and Wallace in the development of the theory of evolution by natural selection
• explain the impact of these ideas on biology. Alfred Russel Wallace independently proposed the theory of evolution by natural selection. He published joint writings with Darwin in 1858 which prompted Darwin to publish On the Origin of Species (1859) the following year. Wallace worked worldwide gathering evidence for evolutionary theory. He is best known for his work on warning colouration in animals and his theory of speciation. Alfred Wallace did much pioneering work on speciation but more evidence over time has led to our current understanding of the theory of speciation. Students should be able to describe the steps which give rise to new species.
WS 1.1 The theory of speciation has developed over time
This bundle only contains the content for COMBINED/ADDITIONAL science students. It includes the B12 unit-Reproduction. All lessons have been done in accordance to the specification requirements. Videos have been embedded for ease of use, and printer friendly resources attached. Search the individual lessons for more information on the lesson content. Save 20% by purchasing this bundle :) Total = 7 lessons + Past paper questions on mitosis and meiosis pack + 6 mark question
These lessons are suitable to teach separate science but they have 3 extra topics to learn.
Lesson 1-Types of reproduction
Lesson 2-Cell division in sexual reproduction
Lesson 3-DNA and the genome
Lesson 4-Inheritance in action
Lesson 5-More about genetics
Lesson 6-Inherited disorders
Lesson 7-Screening genetic disorders
Good luck with your lessons :)
Investigating the effect of temperature on the rate of decay of fresh milk by measuring pH change (RP 10-separate science). This practical was completed in one lesson, students were asked to construct a graph from their data for homework. I have included how i conducted the practical in the slide notes.
AQA spec link: 4.7.2.3
Relevant chapter: B17 Organising an ecosystem. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 282-283
Students are required to know the following;
Required practical activity 10: investigate the effect of temperature on the rate of decay of fresh milk by measuring pH change.
AT skills covered by this practical activity: AT 1, 3, 4 and 5.
This practical activity also provides opportunities to develop WS and MS. Details of all skills are given in Key opportunities for skills development.
Stem cells dilemmas lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for a higher ability separates class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. Includes: slide animations, embedded video, practice questions with answers on slides.
AQA spec link: 4.1.2.3
Relevant chapter: B2 Cell division. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 32-33
Specification requires students to know the following;
In therapeutic cloning an embryo is produced with the same genes as the patient. Stem cells from the embryo are not rejected by the patient’s body so they may be used for medical treatment.
The use of stem cells has potential risks such as transfer of viral infection, and some people have ethical or religious objections.
Stem cells from meristems in plants can be used to produce clones of plants quickly and economically.
•• Rare species can be cloned to protect from extinction.
•• Crop plants with special features such as disease resistance can be
cloned to produce large numbers of identical plants for farmers.
Sustainable food production lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for a higher ability class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. This lesson Includes powerpoint timers, slide animations, past paper questions, self-assessment, interactive mark scheme, embedded videos and review.
For general enquiries or support please email: Paperfriendlyresources@gmail.com
NB: If you are unable to play embedded videos please view slide notes for link. *
AQA spec link: 4.7.5; 3, 4
Relevant chapter: B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 308-309
Students are required to know the following;
Fish stocks in the oceans are declining. It is important to maintain fish stocks at a level where breeding continues or certain species may disappear altogether in some areas.
Control of net size and the introduction of fishing quotas play important roles in conservation of fish stocks at a sustainable level.
Students should be able to describe and explain some possible biotechnical and agricultural solutions, including genetic modification, to the demands of the growing human population.
Modern biotechnology techniques enable large quantities of microorganisms to be cultured for food.
The fungus Fusarium is useful for producing mycoprotein, a protein-rich food suitable for vegetarians. The fungus is grown on glucose syrup, in aerobic conditions, and the biomass is harvested and purified.
A genetically modified bacterium produces human insulin. When harvested and purified this is used to treat people with diabetes.
GM crops could provide more food or food with an improved nutritional value such as golden rice.
Germination Practical (RP 8). This practical was completed in 2 lessons. Students are required to collect data outside of lesson time. I’ve attached both lessons, mock data (lesson 2) and a sign in sheet so you can create your own groups and student rota. Good luck!
Lesson 1: Demo provided, students set up their practical, three conditions were created; full light-by windowsill, partial light-underneath windowsill and darkness-cupboard. The remainder of the lesson was spent discussing how to collect data, the student rota was explained. Students also used this time to assign roles to one another. Opportunity to collect data at break/lunch over 7 days (excluding weekends).
Lesson 2: Interpreting data, working out averages, plotting graph, biological drawings. Conclusion and evaluation of practical was given as homework.
Overall, this practical was very easy to set up but very fiddly to organise. Students need to take active approach as this practical needs to be done over 7 consecutive days, ownership to students. Mustard seeds were quick to germinate but were very poor at demonstrating phototropism. I would probably use coriander seeds next time. Also in the dark condition shoots grew very long, this confused students as light was absent (due to Etiolation), to complex for GCSE students to comprehend.
Spec ref: 5.4.1
Required practical: Investigate the effect of light or gravity on the growth of newly germinated seedlings. Record results as both length measurements and as careful, labelled biological drawings to show the effects.
Gene expression and mutation lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). NB: BIOLOGY ONLY-HT. Designed for higher ability class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. Includes: embedded videos and timers, slide animations, practice questions with answers on slides.
AQA spec link: 6.1.5
Relevant chapter: B13 Genetics and reproduction. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 206-207.
Specification requires students to know the following;
(HT only) Mutations occur continuously. Most do not alter the protein, or only alter it slightly so that its appearance or function is not changed.
(HT only) A few mutations code for an altered protein with a different shape. An enzyme may no longer fit the substrate binding site or a structural protein may lose its strength.
(HT only) Not all parts of DNA code for proteins. Non-coding parts of DNA can switch genes on and off, so variations in these areas of DNA may affect how genes are expressed.
This bundle contains the content for SEPARATE science students. It includes the B18 unit-Biodiversity and ecosystems. All lessons have been done in accordance to the specification requirements and have been pitched to a higher ability class. Videos have been embedded for ease of use, and printer friendly resources attached. Search the individual lessons for more information on the lesson content. Save 24% by purchasing this bundle :) Total = 11 lessons
Lesson 1-The human population explosion
Lesson 2-Land and water pollution
Lesson 3-Air pollution
Lesson 4-Deforestation and peat destruction
Lesson 5-Global warming
Lesson 6-Maintaining biodiversity
Lesson 7-The impact of change
Lesson 8 + 9 -Trophic levels and biomass transfers
Lesson 10-Factors affecting food security
Lesson 11-Making food production efficient
Lesson 12-Sustainable food production
Good luck with your lessons :)
Evidence for evolution lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for higher ability class, although content can be adjusted to suit any ability. Includes: embedded videos and timers, slide animations, practice questions with answers on slides, worksheet and an interactive quiz. NB: If you are unable to play videos a URL link can be found in the slide notes.
AQA spec link: 4.6.3.4
Relevant chapter: B15 Genetics and evolution. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 242-243
Students are required to know the following;
Students should be able to describe the evidence for evolution including fossils and antibiotic resistance in bacteria.
The theory of evolution by natural selection is now widely accepted. Evidence for Darwin’s theory is now available as it has been shown that characteristics are passed on to offspring in genes. There is further evidence in the fossil record and the knowledge of how resistance to
antibiotics evolves in bacteria.
This lesson has been created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1) for my combined/additional science class (Year 9-KS4). Includes: slide animations, embedded video, worksheet, quiz, practice exam questions and answers have also been included within the slides. This resource is suitable for separate science students.
AQA spec link:
Relevant chapter: B5-Communicable diseases . AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 90-91.
*The new specification requires students to know the following;
Students should be able to describe the non-specific defence systems of the human body against pathogens, including the:
• skin
• nose
• trachea and bronchi
• stomach.
Students should be able to explain the role of the immune system in the defence against disease. If a pathogen enters the body the immune system tries to destroy the pathogen.
White blood cells help to defend against pathogens by:
• phagocytosis
• antibody production
• antitoxin production.
Making the most of photosynthesis lesson created in accordance to the NEW AQA Specification (9-1). Designed for a higher ability class and HIGHER TIER ONLY students. You will require access to computers/tablets for this lesson as it is heavily research based.
You may decide to set this part of the spec as homework although my students thoroughly enjoyed designing the most affordable greenhouse. * NB: If you are unable to play embedded videos please view slide notes for link. Enjoy this lesson for free as a token of appreciation for all the hard work you've done this term :)
AQA spec link: 4.4.1.2
Relevant chapter: B8 Photosynthesis. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 128-129
Students are required to know the following;
Limiting factors are important in the economics of enhancing the conditions in greenhouses to gain the maximum rate of photosynthesis whilst still maintaining profit.
To use a light microscope to observe, draw and label a selection of plant and animal cells.
AQA spec link: 4.1.1.5
Relevant chapter: B1 Cells and organisation. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 4-5
In doing this practical students should cover these parts of the apparatus and techniques requirements.
Biology AT 1 – use appropriate apparatus to record length and area.
Biology AT 7 – use a microscope to make observations of biological specimens and produce labelled scientific drawings
Measure the population size of a common species in a habitat. Use sampling techniques to investigate the effect of a factor on the distribution of this species. This lesson was conducted outdoors hence why a powerpoint was not created.
This investigation has two parts:
Investigating the population size of a plant species using random sampling
Investigating the effect of a factor on plant distribution using a transect line.
AQA spec link: 4.7.2.1
Relevant chapter: B16 Adaptations, interdependence and competition. AQA Biology third edition textbook-Page 262-263
In doing this practical students should cover these parts of the apparatus and techniques requirements.
AT 1 – use appropriate apparatus to record length and area.
AT 3 – use transect lines and quadrats to measure distribution of a species.
AT 4 – safe and ethical use of organisms and response to a factor in the environment.
AT 6 – application of appropriate sampling techniques to investigate the distribution and abundance of
organisms in an ecosystem via direct use in the field.
AT 8 – use of appropriate techniques in more complex contexts including continuous sampling in an
investigation.