A set of possible physics teaching ideas for the IMYC Unit 'Justice'. Please note this is not a scheme of work, but a list of possible teaching ideas, and practicals for the Justice Unit, I have linked it to the Energy topics from KS3 in the UK.
Also included are a couple of links to resources that I have made that relate to the topic, and they are free.
If you teach, or are about to teach IMYC you are no doubt aware that there are very little teaching ideas for the sciences. I've taken what topics the National Curriculum recommend for physics, and adapted them to IMYC units.
A set of possible physics teaching ideas for the IMYC Unit 'Interpretation'. Please note this is not a scheme of work, but a list of possible teaching ideas, and practicals for the Interpretation Unit, I have linked it to the Space and Matter topics from KS3 in the UK.
If you teach, or are about to teach IMYC you are no doubt aware that there are very little teaching ideas for the sciences. I've taken what topics the National Curriculum recommend for physics, and adapted them to IMYC units.
Students use their knowledge of Newton’s Law of Gravitation and circular motion to answer the following question:
How many times a day do astronauts on the International Space Station see the sun rise?
With worked solution.
I use this with a middle to high ability year 9 group, but could be used with low ability KS4 group. \n\nActivity that explains the key points of what is free fall, and also how we work out weight using g. \n\nI find the activity lasts around an hour or so.\n\nI am always looking to improve my resources, so please leave feedback! Thanks!
A worksheet aimed to teach students how to convert from Kelvin to Celsius and vice versa. Students have to calculate the surface temperature of planets in the Solar System, and then plot a graph of distance from the Sun v temperature. Then use the graph to answer questions.
Aimed for non-specialist physics teachers (or new teachers) who are teaching GCSE physics. A guided walk-though of how to measure the specific heat capacity of different metals.
Includes teacher instruction sheet, and a student investigation sheet.
Two pages that help students structure how to write a scientific investigation. The aim of the investigation is to determine the refractive index of a perspex block.
Attached is everything you will need to teach a lesson (with a class practical or demonstration) on transformers. Using a multimeter that can measure AC voltage (available at places like Maplins), and a set of transformer coils (available from Phillip Harris) students measure the voltage across the primary and secondary coil of a transformer. Included are student instructions, guided questions, and teacher set up instructions.
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A MULTIMETER THAT CAN MEASURE AC VOLTAGE BEFORE PURCHASING! See cover image for all equipment you will need!
Introductory resource describing the features of the structure of the Earth. Suitable for topic 1 - Planet Earth (topic 1.3)
Includes lesson slides and worksheet.
Three high quality images (printable to at least A3 size) to display the equations and uses of Newton's Law of Gravitation. A PowerPoint of the images along with worked examples. The worked examples are included as a stand alone worksheet as well. (Answers to worksheet are on the PowerPoint).
Three separate cover sheets, explaining the assessment activities for BTEC National L3 Applied Science Unit 20. (Edexcel exam board)
Complete with instructions, and link to syllabus, fully editable.
The first three lesson slides from my IB physics lessons on Energy Power and Climate Change. Including the IB Style questions I ask the students at the end of each lesson, and a research task on energy sources.
Designed for my school's &'activities week&';. Students should get into groups of 5 or so, and be given a space agency from a country participating in this years world cup. \n\nStudents need to build a 'lander&' for their country that will allow an egg to survive &';re entry', as well as produce a poster/presentation on the history/achievements of their countries space agency.\n\nStudents should spend around 1 hour to 1.5 hours on this, including testing time for the lander
Some of my most popular displays bundled together.
Includes:
Exam command terms
Key words in science
EM Spectrum
History of American spaceflight
Newton's Law of Gravitation
Radioactive decay
Particle physics
The Solar System