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I am a Science and Chemistry teacher focused on Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A. I am also heavily involved in the National Chemistry Olympiad program. By way of background I have a PhD in inorganic chemistry and entered teaching after 13 years in the food industry. I guess I am a bit old fashioned - I don't use twitter and I have no idea what instagram or Pinterest are......but I love my subject and I love working with students.

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I am a Science and Chemistry teacher focused on Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A. I am also heavily involved in the National Chemistry Olympiad program. By way of background I have a PhD in inorganic chemistry and entered teaching after 13 years in the food industry. I guess I am a bit old fashioned - I don't use twitter and I have no idea what instagram or Pinterest are......but I love my subject and I love working with students.
Chemistry: practical - careful choice of an Indicator
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Chemistry: practical - careful choice of an Indicator

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This experiment gets students to compare pH titration data collected using different indicators. It shows the importance of choosing the correct indicator. The experiment(s) are easily carried out in 50 minutes and students can do up to 8 titrations during the class. Data is reported back to the teacher and the results shared with the wider class. Student feedback suggests this is a very useful practical and the repetitive nature of the experiment allows them to fine-tune their experimental skills. The practical will be useful for those studying acid-base chemistry and buffer systems. Students enrolled in Honors and AP courses would find this practical beneficial. Notes for the teacher are also included Key words: buffer, acid-base, equivalence point, buffer zone, practical, pKa, indicators.
Chemistry calculations: using the formula n = m/M and calculating % composition
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Chemistry calculations: using the formula n = m/M and calculating % composition

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This resource consists of three double-sided works sheets with over 45 questions and worked answers. Each problem requires students to either calculate the number of moles, mass, molecular mass or % composition. This resource would suit those learning to use n = m/M for the first time. With all the best intentions in the world, mistakes do get made. Please tell me if there is an error and I will correct it and organise to send you a corrected copy.
Anatomy - IGCSE: circulatory, digestive, endocrine system and the eyes: questions and diagrams
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Anatomy - IGCSE: circulatory, digestive, endocrine system and the eyes: questions and diagrams

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This resource consists of 7 worksheets made largely of diagrams that require labeling (heart, lungs, endocrine, digestive and the eye), some questions that require short answers and a cross word. This is that resource you struggle to find: some diagrams that can be labelled and then some questions to follow. This resource would suit a range of students depending on the national curricula (eg. IGCSE).
Organic Chemistry: Alkane and Alkenes- draw and/or name (5 pages) for AS and IB students
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Organic Chemistry: Alkane and Alkenes- draw and/or name (5 pages) for AS and IB students

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This resources contains 5 pages of problems (2 double-sided wrk sheets) that include * Alkanes: name and / or draw isomers * Alkenes: naming and/or draw isomers, organic transformations and geometric isomer problems. In the latter case students are asked to work out how many isomers are possible for a compound with multiple double bonds). This worksheets will suit students studying for AS or IB organic chemistry. they can be sued as 2 sided w/s or as separate w/s as starters. Answers are provided.
Chemistry: Balancing REDOX equations: notes and problems
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Chemistry: Balancing REDOX equations: notes and problems

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This resource consists of some general REDOX notes, which outline how to balance REDOX equations and 2 double sided worksheets (and answers). The exercises include oxidation number elucidation, balancing half equations and balancing full equations. This resource would suit students who want to progress in the Honors program.
Biology: Scientific English for Chinese Students - Ecology
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Biology: Scientific English for Chinese Students - Ecology

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This resource consists of * 2 worksheets with 3 pages of science terms we use to discuss and describe aspects of ecology. The student is asked to either fill in the correct English word or Chinese word when the opposite word is given. * A crossword (and answers) that uses some of the English words in the above worksheets * A worksheet in English with missing words that the student must fill in (answers are provided). My students tell me they enjoy using these resources because they can use them as references afterwards rather than gluing in their book and forgetting about them. The students also enjoy drawing pictures to help them learn these words. If you find any mistakes please contact me. The Chinese words have been checked by a native speaker though he is does not have a science background.
Chemistry: Assignment of 13C-NMR spectra to structural isomers
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Chemistry: Assignment of 13C-NMR spectra to structural isomers

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This resource consists of 5 pages worth of problems containing spectra for 14 compounds. Typically, a molecular formula is given along with 3-4 spectra and the student is then expected to reason using the number of peaks and the signal position which spectra belongs with which structural isomer. This resource would suit students doing A2 or other advanced Chemistry courses. All attempts have been made to ensure the answers are correct. Please get in touch with me if you find an error and I will address it and send you an updated version.
Chemistry: sparingly soluble solids, solubility product and the Common Ion Effect (16-18 yr old).
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Chemistry: sparingly soluble solids, solubility product and the Common Ion Effect (16-18 yr old).

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This resource consists of 2 worksheets and answers. It covers definitions, short answer questions and calculations (solubility products, solubility, common ion effect). These w/s would suit students doing Cambridge A2, IB and other higher order chemistry courses. (some typos were removed 12 May 2019). Please leave feedback about whether this material meets your needs or if you find any mistakes.
Biology: Scientific English for Chinese Students - flowering plants, leaves and plant cells
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Biology: Scientific English for Chinese Students - flowering plants, leaves and plant cells

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This resource consists of 8 worksheets (and answers) that focus on the key words that are used when describing plants: cells, leaves and flowers. There are two versions of each resource requiring either a Chinese word or an English word (usually 1-2 pages of words). There are also resources that require the student to label the diagram using English words. The feedback from the classroom has been very positive and the resources are being reviewed for use in other schools. If there are specific topics you would like please tell me as a number of other resources are currently under development and review.
Aromatic chemistry for A2 students
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Aromatic chemistry for A2 students

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This resource consists of 6 pages of problems (questions, mechanism and 'complete the reaction scheme' questions) targeting the A2 Cambridge program. Answers are provided. The problems and answers have been checked but if there are any errors or questions, please get in touch with me and I will address them. If you would like a certain type of worksheet please contact me as I am working on other ones for my classes and I will reorder my efforts if I think it can be useful to others.
Physics: Radioactivity science for 16-18 year old "English as a 2nd language" Chinese students.
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Physics: Radioactivity science for 16-18 year old "English as a 2nd language" Chinese students.

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This resource will be useful for older Chinese students who have started an English speaking physics program. The material would suit students at AS or A level. The resource includes 3 pages of key radioactivity words in both Chinese and English. These have been created into worksheets where the student puts in either the correct English or Chinese word. Room is made for the student to also write down definitions. One worksheet asks the student to fill in the blanks for a list of words but it is also designed for them to read silently, aloud (eg in pairs or in front of the class). There is also a 15 minute starter focused on sub atomic particles.
Science - The rock cycle and volcanoes (13-16 years old)
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Science - The rock cycle and volcanoes (13-16 years old)

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This resource consists of a diagram that needs to be labeled and a 1 page cloze-style work sheet to help reinforce the terms in the diagram. Answers are provided. A series of 10 questions (and answers) on rocks and volcanoes are also provided in a separate w/s that can be used to start a lesson off or for peer-testing.
Chemistry: balancing word and symbol equations involving metals
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Chemistry: balancing word and symbol equations involving metals

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This resource consists of 4 work sheets and answers. It would suit students aged 14-16 learning to balance word and symbol equations. WS1 contains 20 word and symbol equations involving the reaction of metals with oxygen, chlorine, water or an acid. WS2 contains 20 word and symbol equations involving reactions between metal salts (carbonates, hydroxides and oxides) and acids WS3 requires the students to complete acid base word and symbol equations WS4 requires symbol equations for reactions with metals. Some of these resources appear elsewhere.
Astronomy: English science words for Chinese students
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Astronomy: English science words for Chinese students

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This resource contains material that would suit a Chinese student learning English language as a second language. The focus is on aspects of astronomy, namely: phases of the moon, seasons, tides and the relationship between the sun and Earth, and the Earth and the moon . It contains * A 3 page list of key astronomy terms requiring English or Chinese words filled in, * Cloze activities (w/s 3 pages contains 5 cloze activities with pictures ) * A word finder.
Tongan-English Science words used in physics and practical laboratory lessons
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Tongan-English Science words used in physics and practical laboratory lessons

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This resource contains key words that Tongan students will need to learn if they are to manage science lessons in physics and laboratory practical sessions. TESOL teachers will note that direct word for word translations are not easy and often multiple words are needed to explain a concept. I have used a Tongan teacher to help me with the translations. A key strategy I use is to ask the students to draw diagrams to help them explain what they mean.
Science: Tongan - The English words used in Astronomy lessons
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Science: Tongan - The English words used in Astronomy lessons

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This resource consists of the list of key words used in Astronomy lessons (15-17 years old). Tongan students often come to Australia or New Zealand for further education but do not have support outside the TESOL class in terms of key Science words. Would you believe there is no word for spring tide? It requires a lengthy description. It is examples like this one which help illustrate why Tongan students often struggle in the English dominated classroom. Some cloze-style problems and a word finder are also included. Topics include tides, seasons and phases of the moon. This resource would help NZ students who are studying the Internal assessment AS 90954.
Chinese-English- Learning and using the terms used in Genetics
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Chinese-English- Learning and using the terms used in Genetics

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This resource consists of 2 worksheets consisting of lists of key genetics words in which the student has to add the correct term -in English or Chinese. A worksheet where the student chooses the correct word to complete the sentence (5 min starter) There is also a 2-page worksheet (and answers) that asks the students to fill out some punnet squares and carry out simple calculations (these are written in English).