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Complete schemes of work, lesson plans and powerpoints to teach Science, written by a current Head of Physics rated Outstanding in his teaching and currently working at a school rated Outstanding by OfSted
iGCSE Physics - Electromagnetism (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Electromagnetism (PowerPoint)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Electromagnetism covers the formation of a magnetic field around a current carrying wire using the right hand grip rule, solenoid construction and the methodology of working out which was to orientate a magnetic field through a solenoid. This is the third (of 8) lessons in this section entitled “Magnetism and Electromagnetism” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
iGCSE Physics - Electric Motors (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Electric Motors (PowerPoint)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Electric Motors covers the application of the motor effect (See previous lesson) in the creation of DC electric motors. This lesson recaps the formula F=BIL and then applies this to DC motor construction. The main design components are a loudspeaker are also covered. There is a choice of two PowerPoints to download due to the size of one which contains a short video clip of a loudspeaker showing the vibrations change with amplitude change of input AC. This is the fifth (of 8) lessons in this section entitled “Magnetism and Electromagnetism” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
iGCSE Physics - Magnets (PowerPoint and questions)
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iGCSE Physics - Magnets (PowerPoint and questions)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Magnets covers the basics on drawing magnetic fields around bar magnets, both on their own and when attracting and repelling each other. There is also a PDF worksheet with three magnet drawings for the pupils to complete. This is the first (of 8) lessons in this section entitled “Magnetism and Electromagnetism” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
iGCSE Physics - Generators (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Generators (PowerPoint)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Generators shows how a rotating coil within a magnetic field can produce a sinusoidal output voltage (potential difference) in a circuit. Oscilloscope readings for an AC suply are looked at in detail so that students can calculate the peak voltage and time period from a diagram. Output wave forms are considered and examples are shown on how these change when the variables of the rotating coil are changed. Finally the engineering systems in a power station generator are covered. This is the seventh (of 8) lessons in this section entitled “Magnetism and Electromagnetism” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
BTec Engineering - Conservation of Energy (PowerPoint & worksheet)
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BTec Engineering - Conservation of Energy (PowerPoint & worksheet)

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This is an 18 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Conservation of Energy. This is the forth and final PowerPoint in this section and it covers Work Done, Kinetic Energy and Gravitational Potential Energy. The slides take the reader through several worked examples and explanations of the use of these formula. v1.01 - Error in calculation corrected v1.1 - Worksheet of questions and answers added
BTec Engineering - SUVAT Kinematic Principles  (PowerPoint + Worksheet)
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BTec Engineering - SUVAT Kinematic Principles (PowerPoint + Worksheet)

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This is an 17 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of SUVAT including the main formulae, their derivations and use. There is also a worksheet of questions and the answers are included. This is the first PowerPoint in this section, which is available as a bundle, covering Dynamic Engineering Systems. v1.1 - A quick worksheet on unit conversion practice has been added, in addition to the SUVAT worksheet v1.11 Minor improvements to ppt made (mainly italics in parameters throughout)
iGCSE Physics - Magnetising (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Magnetising (PowerPoint)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Magnetising covers creating permanent and temporary magnets, hard and soft magnetic materials, and the practical method for creating electromagnets in the classroom. This is the second (of 8) lessons in this section entitled “Magnetism and Electromagnetism” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
iGCSE Physics - The universe (PowerPoint and worksheet)
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iGCSE Physics - The universe (PowerPoint and worksheet)

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This PowerPoint lesson on The Universe covers the introduction of what is in the universe and what we can see and measure in the night sky (planets, stars, asteroids, galaxies etc.). There is also a set of questions and answers. This is the first (of 6) lessons in this section entitled “Astrophysics” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Charge and current flow (Lesson plan, PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Charge and current flow (Lesson plan, PowerPoint)

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This is a detailed lesson plan and PowerPoint that covers the basics of charge and its units and how this links to current flow. There are ideas for practical investigations as well as homework ideas in the step-by-step lesson. A free lesson that precedes this, covering an introduction to circuits and symbols (Also available free in my shop as a stand alone lesson) is also included. This is the second lesson (of 10) in the Electricity unit of work (P2)
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Static charges / electric fields (Lesson and PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Static charges / electric fields (Lesson and PowerPoint)

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This includes a PowerPoint and detailed lesson plan that includes: Recap of charges and charge carriers Description of the phenomena of static charge and the conditions under which it occurs Description of two student led experiments, plus two teacher led demonstrations Extension information about lightning and lightning rods on buildings Electric fields around point charges Homework idea and differentiation / extension ideas are included in the step-by-step lesson. This is the tenth lesson in the Electricity unit of work (P2) and would cover about an hour to 60- 90 minutes of teaching including writing up and analysing the results of the experiments.
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Resistance and IV characteristics (Lesson and PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Resistance and IV characteristics (Lesson and PowerPoint)

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This includes two detailed lessons and PowerPoints that cover Resistance in circuits. There is also a dedicated lesson on the required AQA practical investigating the IV characteristics of a lamp, diode and resistor. Homework ideas and differentiation ideas are included in the step-by-step lesson. This is the fourth lesson in the Electricity unit of work (P2) and would cover 2-3 hours of teaching including writing up and analysing the results of the experiments. v1.01 - Amended the IV graph example to include negative values
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Electrical Power and Energy Transfers (Lesson and PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Electrical Power and Energy Transfers (Lesson and PowerPoint)

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This includes a PowerPoint and detailed lesson plan that includes: Calculations examples and descriptions of: Electrical power Electrical power via heating Energy transfer linked to current flow Energy transfer linked to potential difference Homework idea and differentiation / extension ideas are included in the step-by-step lesson. This is the ninth lesson in the Electricity unit of work (P2) and would cover about an hour of teaching.
GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Mains electricity, plugs and fuses (Lesson and PowerPoint)
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GCSE Science / Physics / (AQA P2) Mains electricity, plugs and fuses (Lesson and PowerPoint)

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This includes a PowerPoint and detailed lesson plan that includes: Mains electricity in the UK including conventional wiring colours Wiring diagrams for a UK electrical plug, together with a clip art picture to colour in and label Experiment idea to test fuses to find their maximum rating Calculations to ascertain the current flow, and hence fuses needed, for circuits and appliances Homeworks idea and differentiation / extension ideas are included in the step-by-step lesson. This is the eighth lesson in the Electricity unit of work (P2) and would cover about an hour to 90 minutes of teaching including wiring a plug and doing the experiment.
iGCSE Physics - Orbits and orbital motion (PowerPoint and activity)
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iGCSE Physics - Orbits and orbital motion (PowerPoint and activity)

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This PowerPoint lesson on Orbits and Orbital Motion covers the mathematics of circular motion (at iGCSE physics level) and applies this to the orbits of the planets, moons and satellites. Various types of satellite orbits are also considered including geostationary orbits. This is the second (of 6) lessons in this section entitled “Astrophysics” which is available as a bundle in our shop
BTec Engineering - Momentum (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Momentum (PowerPoint)

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This is a 9 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Momentum This is the third PowerPoint in this section which goes over the basic calculations for two body problems including collisions that stick together, bounce apart, and explosions. This lesson is supported with a set of questions and fully worked answers. This PowerPoint is designed as an animated set of examples of each of the three main types of momentum problems.
iGCSE Physics - The Motor Effect (PowerPoint and questions)
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iGCSE Physics - The Motor Effect (PowerPoint and questions)

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This PowerPoint lesson on The Motor Effect covers the calculations of the motor force using the formula F=BIL, the use of the Left-hand rule for showing the direction of the motor force on a current carrying wire, and the detailed interaction of magnetic fields between a wire and permanent magnets. There is also a PDF with two examples of charged particles travelling into a magnetic field, for students to complete, that include the answers. This is the fourth (of 8) lessons in this section entitled “Magnetism and Electromagnetism” which is available as a bundle in our shop.
iGCSE Physics - Energy (PowerPoint)
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iGCSE Physics - Energy (PowerPoint)

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iGCSE Physics PowerPoint that covers the topic of Energy including: Energy stores, energy forms, energy transfers, two practical lessons with methods and analysis, conservation of energy, and energy efficiency calculations. This is the first of 6 topics in this units of work and is expected to cover approximately 3 hours of teaching. v1.1 - Added Sankey diagram slide and a second summary slide
BTec Engineering - Describing Fluid Systems (PowerPoint and worksheet)
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BTec Engineering - Describing Fluid Systems (PowerPoint and worksheet)

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This is a 12 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Fluid Systems. This is an introduction to this topic where the properties of mass, pressure, volume, density and weight are explained. A worksheet of questions and an answer sheet are included. This is the first PowerPoint in this section and includes definitions and worked examples.
BTec Engineering - Hydrostatic Pressure (PowerPoint)
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BTec Engineering - Hydrostatic Pressure (PowerPoint)

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This is a 14 slide PowerPoint that covers BTec National Engineering (A-Level equivalent) on the topic of Hydrostatic Pressure. This covers hydrostatic thrust calculations, centre of mass and links to everyday engineering (dams), including a worked example. This is the second PowerPoint in this section (Fluid dynamics) v 1.1 - Worksheet added, with answers (2nd Sept 2021)