A completely resourced lesson on GCSE Physics P2 - Terminal Velocity including key content from AQA exam specification and relevant to Edexcel. The starter begins with a question regarding throwing a penny off the Empire State Building - a common myth surrounding this which is dealt with during this lesson on terminal velocity. Forces and size represented by arrows are quickly recapped and related to skydiving which allows for good class discussion. A class activity is detailed which uses just a stopwatch, meter rule and cut-out provided. This task investigates air resistance and it's effect on time to fall to the ground. The conclusions drawn from this can lead to the class to summarise what air resistance is and how it increases and decreases. Terminal velocity is then explained through an animation of a skydive which is summarised by the class. An extended activity uses a v-t graph relating to a skydive with key questions to challenge pupils. The lesson finishes with a TRUE or FALSE quiz and then revisiting the initial started question. More P2 lessons to come

Complete lesson on methods of generating electricity with key content from AQA Physics. Starter uses a series of riddles for pupils to identify different energy resources. Activity sheet included to identify key part of a fossil fuelled power station leading to discussion on processes and advantages & disadvantages. Main includes a timed web-quest for pupils to research the different methods of generating electricity (useful links are included in the Power Point comment box which can be used for lower ability pupils to assist in finding appropriate information). Following webquest the slides provide key notes on each method with advantages & disadvantages. Lesson concludes with literacy task to compare and contrast the different methods of generating electricity (can be set as homework). More lessons to in same format for P1. https://www.tes.com/member/Nteach

Complete lesson on Diffraction with key content from AQA Physics. Starter provides a question for pupils to consider and for the class to come back to with more knowledge on diffraction. Diffraction investigation practical with guidance on method (as designed by me) which requires an open tub, pipette, plasticine (or other suitable blockade) and water. The investigation allows the pupils to look into diffraction without you having to set-up a ripple tank. Key statements on diffraction provided and put into context of real life scenarios. Worksheet provides review of pupils understanding of diffraction. Plenary provides a review quiz on the topic of waves in P1. More lessons to in same format for P1. https://www.tes.com/member/Nteach

Complete lesson on the 'Big Bang Theory' and the 'Expanding Universe' with key content from AQA Physics. Starter uses post-it note from pupils onto the board which allows the teacher to review thoughts from pupils on the origins of the Universe. This is good starter to discuss different pupils beliefs. Following this a focus on 'theories' discusses what theories are and why this is important in Science and evidence which support theories. The main part of the lesson guides pupils through the Big Bang Theory explaining the evidence behind this theory (red-shift and CMBR) with clear description of the Doppler effect. End of lesson uses a written task for pupils to summarise the key points on red-shift. This can then be peer marked by the class using the guidance provided. A homework is included asking pupils to research the fate of the Universe as this is common question from pupils. Plenary includes exam style questions. More lessons to in same format for P1. https://www.tes.com/member/Nteach

Complete GCSE Physics lessons on Static Electricity using key content from AQA Physics P2. Starter begins with discussion of a popular lightning myth/misconception which will be revisited at the end of the lesson. The structure of the atom is reviewed leading to how atoms can gain a charge and therefore how objects can become charged. The main consists of two simple experiments for pupils to do using safe and simple equipment to explore statics. Questions on the Van der Graaf are included with links to videos and a simulator if the teacher doesn't have access to a Van der Graaf. Lesson is consolidated by revisiting the starter reviewing pupil knowledge. More P2 lessons to come.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on 'Changes in energy stores' written in line with new AQA Physics specification. Lessons starts with a 'true or false' activity to review students understanding and misconceptions on the topic. The importance of energy in physics is highlighted in brief to show relevance of the topic. Forms of energy are reviewed as this is likely the manner in which many students have learnt the basics of the topic at KS3. KS3 knowledge is then put in context to the way in which energy is considered at AQA GCSE level. Energy stores and energy transfers are reviewed for students leading to energy flow diagrams. Following examples of how to detail changes in energy stores the students have review questions to answer and this is followed by an energy circus activity. The lesson finished with exam style questions. Lesson Objectives: 1) Recall different forms of energy. 2) Identify different energy stores 3) Explain how energy can be transferred between energy stores. 4) Detail how the energy stores change for various different processes.

Complete GCSE Physics lessons on I-V Characteristics using key content from AQA Physics P2. Starter provides a discussion of graph trends and what graphs tell us, this leads on to wider details of how to interpret graph results and key vocabulary. Sometime can be spent getting pupils to plan an experiment to investigate I-V characteristics of different electrical components but you can choose to move straight to the guided investigation. On collection of data for fixed resistors, diodes and filaments bulbs the class can plot their data on graphs. Key data trends are summarised with explanations of trends for each component. Exam style questions are provided in the relation the new specification. Lesson finished with questioning on LDR's and thermistors with an activity which can be in class or for homework. Lesson Objectives: 1) Identify relationships shown by graphs. (D) 2) Design & carry out an experiment to investigate the relationship between I & V for different electrical components. (C) 3) Explain how current and voltage vary for a filament bulb, diode and fixed resistor. (B) 4) Explain in detail what causes the current and voltage to change for key electrical components. (A) Note: This lesson is formatted is similar content to previously listed 'I_V charasteristics' but in the new Nteach style and also with new content relevant to the new specification for AQA GCSE Physics. The lesson will be updated as all lessons are as I create new , engaging and challenging content relevant to the subject.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on 'Renewable Energy Resources (Solar, Wind, Hydroelectricity, Wave, tidal, geothermal)' written in line with new AQA Physics specification. Lesson starts with a series of riddles relating to different types of energy resources. The need for renewable/alternative energy resources is highlight through questioning regarding previously studied fossil fuels, nuclear power and biofuels. The different types of renewable energy resources are reviewed for note taking and discussion. Following a summary of key renewable energy resource advantages and disadvantages the pupils are given a writing challenge to compare and contrast different types of energy resources. The lesson can be done as regular in class lesson or alternatively can be given as webquest for pupils to complete and then slides used for key summary and consolidation. Lesson Objectives: 1) Explain the need for renewable energy resources. 2) Identify a number of different renewable energy resources. 3) Detail how different energy resources meet our energy demands. 4) Discuss and compare different methods of renewable energy resources, with non renewable resources.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on 'Atomic model, Plum pudding and Bohr's model of the atom ' written in line with new AQA Physics specification. Lesson Objectives: 1) Explain how and why ideas in Science change over time. 2) Identify and explain the conclusions from the alpha scattering experiment. 3) Explain why the new evidence from the scattering experiment led to a change in the atomic model. 4) Compare and contrast the plum pudding model of the atom and the nuclear model of the atom.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on 'Momentum' written in line with new AQA Physics specification. Lesson Objectives: 1) State what momentum is. 2) Relate momentum to mass and velocity. 3) Calculate the momentum of an object with correct units. 4) Apply the conservation of momentum to 2 objects colliding or exploding.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on 'Electromagnetic Spectrum' written in line with new AQA Physics specification. Lesson Objectives: 1) Identify the different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum. 2) Identify the order of EM waves based on wavelengths, frequency & energy. 3) Identify orders of magnitude (size) of different EM wavelengths. 4) Explain the use of different EM waves. 5) Evaluate and discuss the potential risk of using mobile phones.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on 'State of Matter (Solids, Liquid and Gases)' written in line with new AQA Physics specification. Lesson Outline: Starter tasks pupils with drawing particle diagrams of different states of matter. Kinetic theory is review in details for each state of matter. Energy levels of each state of matter are discussed and compared. Students are given a task to act out the different states of matter to model them, this allows for discussion of key concepts that must be communicated and how well the models explain different phenomenon. Changes of states are reviewed to identify the different processes that can occur with change of state including sublimation. A simple experiment shows evaporation and condensation in action for pupils to observe. Evaporation, condensation and sublimation are then discussed in detail. Lesson concludes with review questions and a writing challenge. Lesson Objectives: - State key differences between solids, liquids and gases. - Identify properties of solids, liquids and gases. - Explain the energy differences between different states of matter. - Explain in detail the processes of evaporation and condensation.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on ‘Latent Heat’ written in line with new AQA Physics specification. Lesson Outline: Starter review the change of state graph to look at why the temperature does not increase at the transition point of state of matter whilst it substance is still heated. To answer this internal energy is first recapped. This highlights the importance of the potential energy of the substance/ position of particles in a substance for different states and also overall internal energy. This leads to the conclusion that the energy is being used to change these particles position and overcome forces of attraction within a substance in order to change state - therefore no temperature increase. Latent heat of fusion and latent heat of vaporisation are both discussed in detail with the equation and in relation to the graph. Examples of the equation in use show how to carry out calculations to pupils. Lesson concludes with review questions. Lesson Objectives: - Explain what happens to a substance as it is provided more energy without a temperature change. - State and explain what is meant by specific latent heat. - Compare and contrast latent heat of fusion and latent heat of vaporisation - Successfully apply latent heat equations to solve problems.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on ’ Using Lenses’ written in line with new AQA Physics specification. All questions provided with answers within power point. Lesson Objectives: - Draw ray diagrams using lens symbols. - Explain what is meant by the position and nature of an image. - Detail how to find the position of an image formed by a lens using a ray diagram - Construct ray diagrams to explain how lenses correct vision.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on ’ Reflection and Refraction of Waves’ written in line with new AQA Physics specification. All questions provided with answers within power point. Includes PowerPoint, 3 task sh Lesson Objectives: State what is meant by reflection of a wave. State what is meant by refraction of a wave. Explain how ‘incident waves’ relate to ‘reflected waves’. Identify and explain properties of waves that change due to refraction.

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on Magnets Fields & Currents written in line with new AQA Physics specification. All questions provided with answers within power point. Lesson Objectives: Explain the relationship between electric current and magnetic fields Draw the magnetic field around a current carrying wire Identify ways in which an electromagnetic field strength can be increased Explain what an electromagnet is and how once can be made

New GCSE AQA Physics lesson on Magnets and Magnetic Fields written in line with new AQA Physics specification. All questions provided with answers within power point. Lesson Objectives: State the basic information about magnets and how they interact Explain how to plot a magnetic field using a plotting compass Explain what induced magnetism is and identify magnetic materials Detail how a compass can be used for navigation

Complete lesson on Sound with key content from AQA Physics. Starter uses simple task to get pupils thinking about how sound can be represented and how these may look like different sounds. The lesson contains the bell jar and oscilloscope but as these often require a specialist or dedicated time to use links to on-line simulators are included which shows these very clearly and are easy to use. The on-line oscilloscope allows you to change the frequency and amplitude of an audible sound the class can hear allowing you to question them on the wave changes and effects. Also included is a short description and discussion of echoes. End of lesson uses a written task for pupils to summarise the key points on volume and pitch. This can then be peer marked by the class using the guidance provided and then pupils can act on this feedback as homework. More lessons to in same format for P1. https://www.tes.com/member/Nteach

GCSE Physics P2 lesson on AC & DC current including key content from AQA Physics exam specification. Starter uses gets pupils to try and categorise different electrical devices, this leads to the discussion of batteries and plugs. Key definitions and explanations are given for a.c and d.c current with suggested modelling activity for a.c. and d.c currents. Relevant wave properties are recapped and this allows for easier transition to using oscilloscope traces. A link to a great online simulator is given to help show a.c and d.c current flow on an oscilloscope (no experiment set-up needed) and also a video of this is posted on youtube for use: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEkPVViFa2Y AC is focused on for main circuit supply and related to lighting and for peak voltages and frequency calculation. Summary questions included. More P2 to come.