A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about how IV graphs appear for fixed resistors, filament bulbs and diodes. The lesson also delves into the reasoning behind why these trends arise. Progress checks are available following each success criteria Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Learning objective: Use Ohm’s law to justify the trends seen in IV graphs for a fixed resistor, filament bulb and LED. By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Success criteria: -Identify generally what happens to current as voltage increases. -Describe how to calculate resistance from a voltage-current graph. -Compare how the resistance changes with load in: fixed resistors, filament bulbs and diodes. Powerpoint contains 22 slides and a collection of past paper questions including the marking scheme.

A comprehensive double lesson which will teach students about DNA structure and DNA replication. Contains support slides to aid learners. Differentiated tasks in order to meet the needs of different learners. Learning objective: Evaluate the roles of enzymes in DNA replication Success criteria: I can identify the components of nucleotides. I can describe the structure of DNA and RNA I can compare the structure of DNA and RNA I can identify the enzymes and proteins present during DNA replication. I can describe the process of DNA replication. I can explain what is meant by the semi conservative hypothesis. Contains 18 slides and a lesson plan I used this resource to teach the Pearson international BTEC unit 14A genetics course.

A comprehensive lesson which will teach students about the process of transcription and translation Contains support slides to aid learners. Differentiated tasks in order to meet the needs of different learners. Learning objective: Analyze the intricate molecular mechanisms of transcription and translation, explaining how genetic information flows from DNA to RNA and ultimately to functional proteins. Success criteria: I can describe the different types of RNA within a cell and relate this to their location. I can justify why RNA plays an interconnecting role within the cell. I can predict and evaluate the effects of a mutation from the DNA code to the entire cell. Contains 23 slides and a lesson plan I used this resource to teach the Pearson international BTEC level 3 unit 14A genetics course.

A comprehensive lesson which will teach students about mutations and the role of siRNA Contains differentiated tasks in order to meet the needs of different learners. Learning objective: Analyze the impact of mutations on gene expression, protein structure and function, and organismal traits, considering both beneficial and harmful effects. Success criteria: I can define mutations and explain why mutations affect the produced protein. Critically evaluate the role of siRNA and RISC in regulating gene expression at the post-transcriptional level, emphasizing their impact on mRNA stability, translation efficiency, and cellular processes. 3. I can critically assess the ethical considerations surrounding siRNA-based therapies, addressing concerns about potential unintended consequences and the manipulation of gene expression. Contains 17 slides and a lesson plan I used this resource to teach the Pearson international BTEC level 3 unit 14A genetics course.

Created for the Applied Science iBTEC level 3 course international. Unit 14: Genetics and Genetic engineering. B: Explore how the process of cell division in eukaryotic cells contributes to genetic variation The resource contains: A powerpoint slideshow containing 67 slides - contains a slideshow animaton for mitosis to support understanding, videos and checkpoints where students can add to their coursework. A brief accompanied with a writing frame underneath for students to implement their ideas. An observation record sheet which just needs their names added for convenience. An assessment record sheet, fitted with the details needed for 14B. Tasks are differentitated to meet the needs of learners.

A comprehension lesson that teaches students how to create and analyse Sankey Diagrams. The concept is introduced in the context of money to firstly engage the students (dirham currency is used as the students I taught were in the UAE, however, this should be fairly simple to understand as it is labelled below). Support sheets are also included to guide students should it be needed. Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Progress checks are placed after each success criteria checkpoint to assess understanding. By the end of the lesson students should be able to: Success criteria: I can critically analyse a Sankey diagram to identify quantifiable components. I can construct and adapt Sankey diagrams I can calculate efficiency of a system from its Sankey diagram. Learning objective: Develop and interpret Sankey diagrams to visualize and analyze complex data flows. Powerpoint contains 33 slides and a lesson plan is also attached.

A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about how current can be induced in a wire, the factors that influence the magnitude of this current and how it is used in industry. Progress checks are available following each success criteria Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Learning objective: Develop an understanding of how electricity can be generated. By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Success criteria: I can identify how current can be generated in a wire. I can describe factors that influence the current generated. I can evaluate the best way to generate electricity. Powerpoint contains 22 slides. Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.

A resource containing a comprehensive powerpoint slideshow that will allow for learners to learn about drag forces friction and air resistance. Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Progress checks take place after each success criteria to measure the progress of learners. By the end of the lesson students should be able to: Learning objective: Develop an understanding of how drag forces affect the movement of an object. Success criteria: Identify 2 drag forces. Describe how drag forces affect objects. Explain why air resistance and friction can be useful and a nuisance. This lesson contains 22 slides

A comprehension lesson that teaches students about factors that contribute towards crop yield. A hook from the film the martian is used as he has to find a way of surviving for additional days without supplied food. Progress checks are available following each success criteria Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Learning objective: Justify changes that can be made to increase crop yield and predict future results. By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Success criteria: I can identify factors that improve crop yield. I can explain why these factors improve crop yield. I can evaluate the use of pest control methods. Powerpoint contains 20 slides.

A comprehension lesson that teaches students about the colours of light and how the primary colours contribute towards how we perceive objects around us. How objects reflect or absorb light colours. How filters influence light. Progress checks are available following each success criteria Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Learning objective: Justify how filters can affect how we see an object. By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Success criteria Explain what happens when light passes through a prism describe how primary colours add to make secondary colours explain how filters and coloured materials subtract light. Powerpoint contains 25 slides.

A comprehension lesson that teaches students about: how factors contribute towards an objects density. How to calculate density, and how irregular shape density can be calculated. Progress checks are available following each success criteria Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Learning objective: Devise methods in order to calculate density of objects. By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Success criteria: -State what is meant by mass. -State what is meant by volume. -Describe the term density. -Explain how to calculate density of regular and irregular shapes. Powerpoint contains 20 slides.

A comprehension lesson that teaches students about how the eye and the camera treat light. Students will have the opportunity to create a simple pinhole camera. Progress checks are available following each success criteria Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Learning objective: Compare how the eye and the camera interpret light differently. By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Success criteria: Identify parts of the camera and the eye. Describe how light is processed by the camera and the eye. Compare the eye and the camera. Powerpoint contains 15 slides.

A comprehensive lesson that teaches students about magnetic poles, magnetic filed lines and how these field lines impact attraction and repulsion. Progress checks are available following each success criteria Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner. Learning objective: To justify the effects of magnetic field lines in repulsion and attraction. By the end of the lesson learners should be able to: Success criteria: -Identify the poles on a magnet. -Describe the direction of magnetic field lines. -Explain the effect of combining magnetic field lines. Powerpoint contains 27 slides.