New GCSE lesson on classification for AQA syllabus. Learning Objectives: Describe what classification is Describe the binomial naming system Explain why classification has changed over the years

These sheets are to help students practice using the equations from the physics paper 1 in the new GCSE specifications. They could be used with Year 10 or 11. They could be used in lessons, for homework or in extended days for Year 11 students.

New GCSE lesson on fossilisation for the AQA syllabus. Includes exam questions relating to the content Learning Objectives: Describe what a fossil is Explain how fossils are formed Explain what information we can get from fossils

An introduction into philosophy, given to a KS4 class. One slide is a research task which the class did on school computers/iPads, but the lesson could be done without. The lesson includes many videos so non-specialist teachers can teach it. Learning Objectives: Define what philosophy is Compare the different types of knowledge and reasoning Debate philosophical questions

New GCSE lesson on fractional distillation and the fractions that are separated off. Before this lesson the class were given HW to research uses of the particular fractions, but you can alter the PowerPoint to introduce the information in the lesson. Worksheet included. Learning Objectives: Describe the fractions that are produced in fractional distillation Explain the process of fractional distillation Evaluate why fractions are used in relation to their properties

New GCSE lesson on polluting gases produced by the burning of fossil fuels for the new AQA syllabus Learning Objectives: Describe the pollutants produced by combustion Explain the problems associated with each pollutant Discuss what can be done to reduce the carbon footprint of a country Analyse the social, economical and ethical results of the problems caused by pollutants

New GCSE lesson on potable water for the AQA syllabus. For the required practical I used the practical sheets provided by the AQA exam board. Exam questions and answers included. Learning Objectives: Describe the differences between potable and pure water Explain the process of desalination Evaluate the steps used to produce potable water

GCSE lesson looking at digestive enzymes and their uses. Also goes into bile and the liver. Learning Objectives: Describe what carbohydrates, proteins and lipids are broken down into Explain why enzymes are used in digestion Justify the conditions needed for different digestive enzymes to work

GCSE Biology lesson on the Heart and it’s structure Learning Objectives: Describe the structure of the heart Explain the route taken by blood in the circulatory system Link different features of the heart to their function

Lesson used with a GCSE Physics class to teach orbital motion. Starter task has answers included. Exam questions included, with answers.

GCSE Physics lesson on a density, specifically looking at irregular objects and doing the eureka pot experiment in class. Learning Objectives: Recall how to calculate the density of a regular shape Explain how to calculate the density of an irregular shape Evaluate the method of measuring the volume of an irregular object

The lesson provides an overview for the negative ion tests. It enables students to complete practical work and use their knowledge of ion tests to determine the composition of compounds. Lesson objectives To describe the range of negative ion tests To recall the positive result for each test To identify compounds based on observations

A lesson looking at what utilitarianism is. Video links included to help in delivery. Learning Objectives: Describe what utilitarianism is Describe what Jeremy Bentham philosophised Debate utilitarian questions

A GCSE physics lesson on the evidence of the big bang used with a KS4 class. Covers doppler effect and red shift. I also had students running outside pretending to be a ambulance to demonstrate the doppler effect.

GCSE Physics lesson on the life cycle of a star for a KS4 class. Crossword included.

New GCSE lesson on the parts and functions of the brain and eyes for the AQA syllabus. Also focuses (no pun intended) on how the eye works, myopia and hyperopia. Differentiated questions throughout. Learning Objectives: Describe the structure of the brain and the function of its’ parts Relate the different parts of the eye to its’ function Compare and evaluate the solutions of myopia and hyperopia

Directed towards KS3 but could be used with low ability KS4 lesson on balancing equations and naming compounds. Learning Objectives: Identify the ion charges of each group Construct formula through their ion charges Work out formulas for compounds Balance equations

Lesson on digestive system and enzymes. Worksheets included. Learning Objectives: Describe each of the stages of the digestive system Explain the features of the digestive system and how they aid digestion Learning Objectives: Describe what an enzyme is Explain the lock and key hypothesis Analyse the results of a practical to explain the factors that affect enzymes

A GCSE Biology lesson on anerobic respiration. Exam questions included with answers. Learning Objectives: Describe the process of anaerobic respiration Explain the problems with anaerobic respiration Compare aerobic and anaerobic respiration

GCSE Biology lesson on aerobic respiration. The lesson also carried out a practical involving cobalt chloride paper and limewater tests. Learning Objectives: Recall the equation for respiration Describe the purpose of respiration Explain how you can test for the products of respiration