This lesson introduces learners to the components of aggregate demand before looking at each component in greater detail later in the course. We start by breaking down the definition of aggregate demand to undestand the components involved. We look at the AD curve and understand why it slopes downwards and why it is different to the micro demand curve although looks the same. We look at movements and shifts in the AD curve and students have the opportunity to practice drawing the diagram with shifts - answers provided. A box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to the concept of economic profit as opposed to accounting profit which most are familiar with. We use broken down examples to explain the concept of normal, supernormal profits and losses. We then look at marginal revenue and marginal cost to identify profit maximisation points and shutdown points. Calculation and drawing tasks to consolidate and a box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to different sizes and types of firms, we look at what factors determine the size of a business, we then go on to look at the principal-agent problem and an example of a firm that has made attempts to reduce this problem. We look at the different between public and private sector organisations and their different motives, followed by interesting videos which stimulate debate on the topic. We finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

In this lesson, learners develop their understanding on factors affecting attraction in romantic relationships, with a focus on Kerckhoff and Davis’ Filter theory. We start with a discussion on how we ourselves might filter out people for our relationships which leads into the filter theory. We look at the three stages (social demography, similarity in attitudes and complementarity) before applying the filter theory to scenarios. Evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, videos, true or false questions, PEEL paragraph practice, 2 kahoot quizzes and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Factors affecting attraction: filter theory

In this lesson, learners are introduced to the first set of factors affecting attraction which is self-disclosure. We start by discussing what we might reveal on a first date to introduce the concept of self-disclosure, we then look at the social penetration theory and its likeness to an onion, importance of reciprocal self-disclosure in building trust and more. Evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, videos, true or false questions, 2x PEEL paragraph practice, debate task and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Factors affecting attraction: self-disclosure

In this lesson, learners are introduced to Duck’s phase model of relationship breakdown. We start with a discussion on how romantic relationships start to break down and whether stages can be identified, We then look at common ways of relationship breakdown before looking at Duck’s four phases. Application task, evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, true or false questions, 16 mark A02 exam style question and example paragraphs, self assessment grid to reflect on WWW/EBI and make improvements, kahoot quiz and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Theories of romantic relationships: Duck’s phase model

In this lesson, learners are introduced to phobias and their behavioural, emotional and cognitive characteristics. We start with a discussion on what phobias are, what types students are aware of before looking at the characteristics of phobias. Application task, videos, MCQs, true or false questions, 4 mark exam style question with answer, PEEL paragraph practice, kahoot quiz and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Phobias

In this lesson, learners are introduced to the social exchange theory. We start with a discussion on how a romantic relationship can sometimes be similar to business or economics. We then look at the social exchange theory with a focus on rewards and costs. We look at how individuals may compare their relationships to see if they are in ‘profit’. Some application tasks followed by an evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, video, true or false questions, 16 mark exam style question and self assessment grid to reflect on WWW/EBI, debate task and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Social exchange theory

In this lesson, learners are introduced to the equity theory. We start with a discussion on what fairness is in a relationship, emphasizing equity rather than equality, we then look at how being over-benefited or under-benefited in a relationship can cause dissatisfaction, how couples may cope with it, before applying it to a scenario. Evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, video, true or false questions, 2x PEEL paragraph practice, debate question, kahoot quiz and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Equity theory

In this lesson, learners are introduced to Rusbult’s investment model. We start with a discussion on what investment means before introducing the concept of Rusbult’s investment model. We look at the 3 factors involved in the model as well as additional factors that are important in aiding commitment in relationships. An application task and exam style A02 question with model answer. Evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, true or false questions, PEEL paragraph practice, kahoot quiz and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Theories of romantic relationships: Rusbult’s investment model

This double lesson introduces learners to the fundamental concept of the basic economic problem, we start with an engaging group activity to highlight the problem of scarcity by distributing items between groups. This brings to light the concept of opportunity cost which we look at, students are given scenarios where they have to make choices and understand the opportunity cost involved in those choices. We then look at renewable and non renewable resources before a research task and box plenary to end with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

This lesson introduces learners to the role of the father. We start by discussing what the role of the father might be and how it has changed, before looking at numerous studies with different findings on the role of the father. Knowledge is consolidated through some multiple choice questions and true or false statements. Students complete an evaluation task before we go through evaluation points as a class to fill any gaps in understanding. A debate task, exam style question and model answer to help with self/peer assessment. Finally, we end with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

In this lesson, learners develop their understanding on factors affecting attraction in romantic relationships, with a focus on physical attractiveness. We start by discussing what features might be considered physically attractive, followed by a matching up couples task which leads to a discussion on the matching hypothesis and halo effect. Evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, videos, true or false questions, 2x PEEL paragraph practice, debate task and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Factors affecting attraction: physical attractiveness

In this lesson, learners are introduced to the bottom-up approach to offender profiling, following on from the top-down approach. We start by discussing what the bottom-up approach might involve before looking into the two branches of the approach - investigative psychology and geographic profiling. We look at a case study on ‘the railway rapist’ and a video on the Rachel Nickell case. Evaluation task and discussion, MCWs, a 16 mark exam style question with example paragraphs, peer assessment grid so students can reflect on WWW/EBI and make improvements. True or false questions, a debate task, 2 kahoot quizzes and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Offender profiling - The bottom up approach

This lesson introduces learners to the different types of efficiencies. We start by watching a clip of Goldilocks to understand allocative efficiency - we go deeper into it and look at the definitions and illustrations of the different efficiencies. Videos and questions based on x-inefficiency and a box plenary to finish with. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you

In this lesson, learners are introduced to genetic factors in aggression, we start by discussing whether we are born with aggression in us or whether it is learned as we grow up. We look at research into the MAOA gene, MAOA variants, XYY genotype. Various videos to engage learners in these different areas, an evaluation task, a short exam style question with a model answer. MCQs, debate task and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Genetic factors in aggression

In this lesson, learners are introduced to the influence of media on aggression. We start by having a discussion on the topic and provoke interest. We then look at a range of research which shows the influence of media, excessive tv viewing and video games in particular on aggression. Video clip, evaluation task followed by discussion, true or false qs, MCQs PEEL practice, debate task, research task and we end with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Media influences on aggression

In this lesson, learners are introduced to the first psychological explanation of offending - Eysenck’s theory of the criminal personality. We start by discussing personality in general and whether criminals have certain personality traits before going into the work of Hans Eysenck. We look at the key theory, the complex nature of personality traits, diagram of personality based on the personality questionnaire which students can attempt to identify their own personality. Screen villian task, videos, A02 exam style question with model answer, evaluation task and discussion, PEEL paragraph practice, true or false questions, MCQs and we end with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Psychological explanations - Eysenck’s theory of the criminal personality

In this double lesson, we look at the influence of early attachment on later relationships, we recap the internal working model as it is relevant. We attempt a ‘love quiz’ by Hazan and Shaver, before looking their study in 1987. A group debate task to collate evidence for their argument, research task, MCQs, video clip, evaluation task, 16 mark exam style question with mark scheme, box plenary and we end with two kahoot quizzes to recap knowledge from the whole attachment unit. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Influence of early attachment on later relationships

In this lesson, learners develop their understanding in dealing with offending behaviour with a focus on anger management. We start by discussing what makes us angry and how we deal with it. We then look at anger management techniques and the 3 stages involved. We also look at research into the effectiveness of this. 6 mark exam style A02 question, evaluation task and follow-up discussion, MCQs, anger management test, true or false questions, PEEL paragraph practice, kahoot quiz and we finish with a box plenary. Colourful, concise and engaging slides! Thank you Dealing with offending behaviour: Anger management