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Complete schemes of work, lesson plans and powerpoints to teach Science, written by a current Head of Physics rated Outstanding in his teaching and currently working at a school rated Outstanding by OfSted
Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - More about Resistance (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)
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Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - More about Resistance (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)

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This is lesson 13.2 More about Resistance from the latest syllabus and linked to the latest Oxford book (2015) Included here is a PowerPoint of this lesson and lesson plan complete with point by point teaching, homework recommendations and curriculum link; everything that you need to teach this lesson. All of Chapter one is free to sample. I am bundling every chapter of the Year 1 and Year 2 course to make them cheaper. The entire 80 PowerPoint course and full scheme of work is also available as a much cheaper single download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-physics-complete-year-1-as-scheme-of-work-for-aqa-80-powerpoints-6-required-practicals-11311522
Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - Terminal Speed (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)
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Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - Terminal Speed (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)

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This is lesson 8.3 Terminal Speed from the latest syllabus and linked to the latest Oxford book (2015) Included here is a PowerPoint of this lesson and lesson plan complete with point by point teaching, homework recommendations and curriculum link; everything that you need to teach this lesson. 18th Januray 2018 - Slides improved to include experiment, labels to graphs and amended the formulae. All of Chapter one is free to sample. I am bundling every chapter of the Year 1 and Year 2 course to make them cheaper. The entire 80 PowerPoint course and full scheme of work is also available as a much cheaper single download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-physics-complete-year-1-as-scheme-of-work-for-aqa-80-powerpoints-6-required-practicals-11311522
Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - Vehicle Safety (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)
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Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - Vehicle Safety (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)

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This is lesson 8.5 Vehicle Safety from the latest syllabus and linked to the latest Oxford book (2015) Included here is a PowerPoint of this lesson and lesson plan complete with point by point teaching, homework recommendations and curriculum link; everything that you need to teach this lesson. All of Chapter one is free to sample. I am bundling every chapter of the Year 1 and Year 2 course to make them cheaper. The entire 80 PowerPoint course and full scheme of work is also available as a much cheaper single download here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/a-level-physics-complete-year-1-as-scheme-of-work-for-aqa-80-powerpoints-6-required-practicals-11311522
BTec Engineering - Efficiency and Mechanical Advantage (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Efficiency and Mechanical Advantage (PowerPoint)

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This is a 12 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Efficiency and Mechanical Advantage as applied to lifting machines in engineering. This is the seventh PowerPoint in this section which covers Mechanical Advantage and Velocity Ratio in ideal systems and then applies this to non-perfect scenarios so that efficiency can be calculated. The lifting machine of a block being pushed up a slope is used throughout this PowerPoint to cover this topic in an easy to understand manner. This is extended to more complex listing machines in the next PowerPoint in the series.
BTec Engineering - Lifting Machines (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Lifting Machines (PowerPoint)

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This is a 15 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Lifting Machines which includes The Inclined Plane, Pulleys, Screw Jacks and Scissor Mechanisms. This is the eighth and final PowerPoint in this section which covers each of these main lifting mechanisms and includes worked example calculations for each example.
BTec Engineering - Capacitors in series and parallel (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Capacitors in series and parallel (PowerPoint)

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This is a 6 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Capacitors in both series and parallel circuits. This PowerPoint includes circuit diagrams and worked examples of the capacitance, current and voltage calculations needed for basic circuits. This is an extension from the earlier lesson where capacitance and capacitors were introduced in detail. This is the sixth PowerPoint in this section (Electricity and circuits).
BTec Engineering - Stress - Strain Graphs (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Stress - Strain Graphs (PowerPoint)

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This is an 8 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Stress - Strain graphs, linking tensile stress and strain and the calculation of the modulus of elasticity This is the third and final PowerPoint in this section which goes over some of the work from lesson one (Tensile stress and strain) and goes into more detail of graph analysis to find yield point, tensile strength as well as comparing qualitatively ideas like malleable and brittle materials.
BTec Engineering - Single Phase AC theory (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Single Phase AC theory (PowerPoint)

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This is an 10 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of single phase alternating current theory. This lessons revisits the graphical representation of AC voltage changes as a sine wave, and then covers the calculations for the average and root mean squared voltages. This is consolidated with a worked example that shows how the form factor is a constant. This is the first PowerPoint in this section (Single Phase Alternating Current).
iGCSE Physics - Transformers (PowerPoint and worksheet)
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iGCSE Physics - Transformers (PowerPoint and worksheet)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Transformers covers the application of induction to the construction of AC transformers. The mathematics and formulae for both power and voltage across transformers is covered, together with a worked example. There is also a comprehensive set of questions and answers. This is the final (of 8) lessons in this section entitled “Magnetism and Electromagnetism” which is available as a bundle in our shop. v1.1 Question worksheet added complete with answers
iGCSE Physics - Stellar Evolution (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Stellar Evolution (PowerPoint)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Stellar Evolution covers the development of a star through its entire life. This powerpoint includes the iGCSE details linking surface temperature to the colour of star and the ultimate ending paths of stars depending on their mass. A poster / flow chart activity idea is also included. This is the third (of 6) lessons in this section entitled “Astrophysics” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
AQA P2 - Electricity - GCSE Physics - 10 lesson plans and PowerPoints
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AQA P2 - Electricity - GCSE Physics - 10 lesson plans and PowerPoints

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This is an entire bundled scheme of work covering the P2 unit of the AQA syllabus and consists of all 10 PowerPoints and detailed lesson plans which are available individually in my shop. Introduction to Circuits (Available FREE) Charge and Current Flow Potential Difference and Resistance Resistors Series Circuits Parallel Circuits AC / DC and the National Grid Mains electricity and plugs (UK) Electrical Power and Energy Transfer Static Charge and Electric Fields (Physics)
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Parallel Circuits (Lesson and PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Parallel Circuits (Lesson and PowerPoint)

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This includes a PowerPoint and detailed lesson plan that includes: Recap of current in parallel circuits Recap of potential difference in parallel circuits Experiment investigating resistance in parallel Homework idea and differentiation / extension ideas are included in the step-by-step lesson. This is the sixth lesson in the Electricity unit of work (P2) and would cover about an hour to 90 minutes of teaching including writing up and analysing the results of the experiments.
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Potential Difference, Resistance of a wire (Lesson and PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Potential Difference, Resistance of a wire (Lesson and PowerPoint)

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This includes two detailed lessons and PowerPoints that cover Potential Difference and Resistance in circuits. There is also a dedicated lesson on the required AQA practical investigating the Resistance of a Wire. Homework ideas and differentiation ideas are included in the step-by-step lesson. This is the third lesson in the Electricity unit of work (P2) and would cover 2-3 hours of teaching including writing up and analysing the results of the experiments. v 1.01 - Added points, scale and animated line of best fit to example graph
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Series Circuits (Lesson and PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Series Circuits (Lesson and PowerPoint)

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This includes a PowerPoint and detailed lesson plan that includes: Recap of current in series Recap of potential difference in series Experiment investigating resistance in series Homework idea and differentiation ideas are included in the step-by-step lesson. This is the fifth lesson in the Electricity unit of work (P2) and would cover about an hour to 90 minutes of teaching including writing up and analysing the results of the experiments.
iGCSE Physics - Evidence of the Big Bang (PowerPoint & Worksheet)
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iGCSE Physics - Evidence of the Big Bang (PowerPoint & Worksheet)

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This lesson covers the Evidence of the Big Bang through inlcluding the calculation of recessional speeds due to the Doppler Effect and an explanation of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB). There is a worksheet of questions and answers included in this lesson. This is the sixth and final lesson in this section entitled “Astrophysics” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
iGCSE Physics - Conduction and Convection (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Conduction and Convection (PowerPoint)

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iGCSE Physics PowerPoint that covers the topics of conduction and convection. This 18 page powerpoint explains the two methods of thermal transfer, goes through a science classroom experiment for each and links to insulation with a third experiment fully explained. There are also links with weather patterns and a discussion of the four variables that control conductive transfer rates. This is the second of 6 topics in this units of work and is aimed at covering approximately 3 hours of teaching, including the experiments.
iGCSE Physics - Thermal Radiation (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Thermal Radiation (PowerPoint)

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iGCSE Physics PowerPoint that covers the topic of thermal radiation. This 14 page powerpoint explains how thermal radiation (infrared) is absorbed and emitted from different surfaces. Two experiments are explained in detail as well as the results from the Leslie cube demonstration including a FLIR photo. A vacuum flask diagram is also explained and links back to the previous lesson on conduction and convection. Common misconceptions are also highlighted. This is the third of 6 topics in this units of work and is aimed at covering approximately 2-3 hours of teaching, including the experiments.
BTec Engineering - Immersed Bodies (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Immersed Bodies (PowerPoint)

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This is a 8 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Immersed Bodies. This covers the calculations of buoyancy for fully and partially submerged objects. This builds on Archimedes’ principle with a mathematical understanding of buoyancy. This is the third PowerPoint in this section (Fluid dynamics) v1.2 - Worksheet added with answers (2nd Sept 2021)
BTec Engineering - Circular Measurements (PowerPoint + Worksheet)
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BTec Engineering - Circular Measurements (PowerPoint + Worksheet)

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This is an 8 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of circular measurements including: converting degrees to radians, derivation of radians as a unit, calculating area or circles and sectors, calculating circumference and arc lengths. There is a worksheet and answers to the worksheet are included. This is the eighth PowerPoint in this section (Mathematical methods).
Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - Deformation of Solids (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)
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Physics A-Level Year 1 Lesson - Deformation of Solids (PowerPoint AND lesson plan)

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This is lesson 11.3 Deformation of Solids from the latest syllabus Included here is a PowerPoint of this lesson and lesson plan complete with point by point teaching, homework recommendations and curriculum link; everything that you need to teach this lesson. All of Chapter one is free to sample. I am bundling every chapter of the Year 1 and Year 2 course to make them cheaper. The entire 80 PowerPoint course and full scheme of work is also available as a much cheaper single in my shop