OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Tissue Fluid Formation and Retention. This is one of ten lessons to meet the specification points for 3.1.2 Transport in Animals.
Specification points: 3.1.2 (d)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Recap the names of the different blood vessels.
• Describe how tissue fluid is formed from plasma.
• Explain the differences in the composition of blood, tissue fluid and lymph.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Magnification and Calibration. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.1 Cell Structure.
Specification points: 2.1.1 (d & e)
Objectives for this lesson:
• State the formula for calculating magnification.
• Describe how to calibrate a microscope using an eyepiece graticule and stage micrometer.
• Calculate magnification using the formula.
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All lessons for the OCR Biology A A Level Topic 2.1.2 Biological Molecules.
This includes a 62 page workbook (with exam questions (and answer booklets) to go with these lessons.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on PAG 6 - Chromatography. This is one of the lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.2 Biological Molecules.
Objectives for this lesson:
Describe the principles and uses of paper and thin layer chromatography to separate biological molecules/compounds.
Analyse the paper chromatography and calculate the Rf value for each amino acid.
Interpret the results to identify the amino acids present in the solution.
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This includes all of the lessons, with answers for ALL of the questions on the slides. It also comes with an complete workbook that includes exam questions for each lesson and answers to go with these questions.
Included:
1 + 2) Pathogens & Modes of Transmission
3) Plant Defences
4) Primary Defences and Phagocytes
5) The Non-Specific Immune Response & Blood Smear PAG
6 + 7) The Specific Immune Response
8) Primary And Secondary Infection
9) Immunity
10) Vaccinations & Herd Immunity
11) Autoimmune Diseases
12) Antibiotics
13) New Medicines
Also included:
Workbook to go with lessons and ANSWERS
BONUS CONTENT: Marking rubric for student presentations for Lesson 2.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on ECG Traces. This is one of ten lessons to meet the specification points for 3.1.2 Transport in Animals.
Specification points: 3.1.2 (h)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Describe how ECGs can be used.
• Calculate heart rate using an ECG trace.
• Interpret ECG traces of both normal and abnormal heart activity.
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Here is a workbook and answers for the whole of 4.1.1 Communicable Diseases, disease prevention and the immune system.
This workbook is designed to go alongside my lessons that you can purchase.
This bundle includes complete lessons for the whole of the 4.2.2 Classification and Evolution topic covering all specification points (but can also be used for other exam boards). It is 8 lessons with all answers provided. I have also created a workbook that has space to use during lessons and exam question practice for each lesson.
The lessons are laid out with clear learning objectives and tasks throughout. Key definitions and exam tips are also clear to see on slides.
The lessons are:
Classification
Kingdoms and Domains
Phylogeny
Evidence for Evolution
Types of Variation
Variation and Statistics
Adaptations
Changing Population Characteristics
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Antibiotics. This is one of thirteen lessons to meet the specification points for 4.1.1 Communicable Diseases, disease prevention and the immune system.
Specification points: 4.1.1 (n)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Recall the history of penicillin.
• Describe how antibiotics work to manage bacterial infection.
• Evaluate the benefits and risks of using antibiotics to manage bacterial infections.
This lesson includes some articles for students to read and draw information from so students can develop their research and interpretation skills. You will need to download the articles yourself due to copyright. I found them easily on a basic google search.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Nucleotide Monomers and ATP. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.3 Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids.
Objectives for this lesson:
Know the structure of ADP and ATP.
Describe the structure of a nucleotide.
Identify the purines and pyrimidines in DNA and RNA and differences between DNA and RNA nucleotides.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Conservation of Biodiversity. This is one of nine lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.1 Biodiversity.
Specification points: 4.2.1 (h) ands (i)
Objectives for this lesson:
Define conservation.
Describe in situ and ex situ methods of maintaining biodiversity.
Explain how international and local conservation agreements are made to protect species and habitats.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Maintaining Biodiversity. This is one of nine lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.1 Biodiversity.
Specification points: 4.2.1 (g)
Objectives for this lesson:
Recall the factors affecting biodiversity.
Describe the reasons for maintaining biodiversity.
Explain, with examples the reasons for maintaining biodiversity.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Microscopy. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.1 Cell Structure.
Specification points: 2.1.1 (a & f)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Name and describe the function of the main components of the light microscope.
• Explain the difference between magnification and resolution.
• Compare the functional capabilities and specimen suitability for the electron microscope (scanning and transmission) and the scanning confocal microscope.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Prokaryotic Cell Differences. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.1 Cell Structure.
Specification points: 2.1.1 (k)
Objectives for this lesson:
Recall the cellular components in eukaryotic cells.
Identify and give the function of the cellular components of prokaryotic cells.
Compare and contrast the structure and ultrastructure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on New Medicines. This is one of thirteen lessons to meet the specification points for 4.1.1 Communicable Diseases, disease prevention and the immune system.
Specification points: 4.1.1 (m)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Describe possible sources of medicines.
• Explain the connection between maintaining biodiversity and sources of medicines.
• Understand the potential for personalised medicines and synthetic biology.
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This is designed for the OCR A Level Biology A Module 2.1.1 Cell Structure SLOP Booklet and Answers.
It is a 51-page workbook for students to fill in and also has exam questions for each lesson.
There is also answer books included.
BONUS CONTENT: I have also included a Topic Checklist with web links to other resources and activities for to support student independent learning.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on The Non-Specific Immune Response & Blood Smear PAG. This is one of thirteen lessons to meet the specification points for 4.1.1 Communicable Diseases, disease prevention and the immune system.
Specification points: 4.1.1 (e (i), e(ii))
Objectives for this lesson:
• Recall how to use the light microscope and prepare samples.
• Describe the mode of action of phagocytes.
• Examine cells from a prepared blood smear and draw cells observed.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on PAG 1 Microscopy. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.1 Cell Structure.
Specification points: 2.1.1 (b, c & d)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Describe how to use the light microscope to view a sample.
• Produce scientific drawings of samples using the light microscope.
• Create a microscope slide of a sample using the correct techniques.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on PAG 3.2 Belt Transect. This is one of nine lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.1 Biodiversity.
Specification points: 4.2.1 (b)(ii)
Objectives for this lesson:
Recall sampling techniques.
Investigate the abundance of plants in a line transect.
Analyse the distribution and abundance of plants in a named habitat.
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