This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit D1.3: Mutations and gene editing in the new IB Biology specification. YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) This Powerpoint consists of over 50 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: D1.3.1: Explain that gene mutations are structural changes to genes at the molecular level. D1.3.2: Outline the consequences of base substitutions. D1.3.3: Outline the consequences of insertions and deletions. D1.3.4: Recall that gene mutations can be caused by mutagens and by errors in DNA replication or repair. D1.3.5: Explain that mutations can occur anywhere in the base sequences of a genome. D1.3.6: Explain the effects of gene mutations occurring in germ cells and somatic cells. D1.3.7: Recognise that gene mutation is the original source of all genetic variation. D1.3.8: Outline that gene knockout is a technique for investigating the function of a gene by changing it to make it inoperative. D1.3.9: Explain the use of the CRISPR sequences and the enzyme Cas9 in gene editing. D1.3.10: Describe the hypotheses for conserved or highly conserved sequences in genes

This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach Social identity theory and minimal group paradigm in sociocultural approach unit of IB Psychology specification (the individual and the group). **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Videos Extended writing question Student research tasks **Student workbook which accompanies the lessons ** Content covered includes: obedience to authority and Milgram´s experiment Identity and group identity Elements of social identity theory Minimum group paradigm Tajfel´s 1970 experiments on the minimum group paradigm Evaluation of social identity theory e.g. reluctant members, co-operation between groups and realistic group conflict theory

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit D1.2 Protein synthesis in the new IB Biology specification. YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) This Powerpoint consists of over 60 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: D1.2.1:Describe transcription as the synthesis of RNA using DNA as a template. D1.2.2: Describe the use of hydrogen bonding and complementary base pairing in transcription and the replacement of thymine with uracil in RNA. D1.2.3: Describe how DNA is used as a template for transcription, remains stable and unchanged. D1.2.4: Explain the use of transcription and its control of gene expression. D1.2.5: Describe translation as the use of the mRNA produced in transcription to synthesise polypeptides. D1.2.6: Describe the roles of mRNA, ribosomes and tRNA in translation. D1.2.7: Describe complementary base pairing between the codons on mRNA and the anticodons on tRNA. D1.2.8: Explain the main features of degeneracy and universality of the genetic code. D1.2.9: Deduce the sequence of amino acids from an mRNA strand using a table of mRNA codons. D1.2.10: Describe the elongation process of translation. D1.2.11: Describe how a point mutation can affect the polypeptide produced. D1.2.12: Describe the directionality of transcription and translation as 5′ to 3′. D1.2.13: Describe the role of the promoter in transcription and how the binding of transcription factors to the promoter initiate transcription. D1.2.14: Explain the roles of non-coding regions of DNA. D1.2.15: Explain post-transcriptional modification of mRNA in eukaryotes. D1.2.16: Describe how alternative splicing can produce variants of a protein. D1.2.17: Describe the initiation stage of translation. D1.2.18: Describe the modification of polypeptides to their functional state using pre-proinsulin to insulin as an example. D1.2.19: Describe the recycling of amino acids by proteasomes

Full resources bundle which you can use to teach Topic 5: Evolution and Biodiversity (IB SL Biology). Contains: Over 120 slides which can be used to teach over 15 hours. Contains starter tasks and regular assessment questions with answers Covers all subtopics: 5.1 Evidence for evolution 5.2 Natural selection 5.3 Classification of biodiversity 5.4 Cladistics Student checklist

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit D1.1 DNA replication in the new IB Biology specification. YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) This Powerpoint consists of over 80 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: D1.1.1: Describe DNA replication as the process by which exact copies of DNA are created for use in reproduction, growth and tissue replacement in multicellular organisms. D1.1.2: Explain the semi-conservative nature of DNA replication and how it allows for a high degree of accuracy when copying base sequences. D1.1.3: Describe the roles of helicase and DNA polymerase in DNA replication. D1.1.4: Describe the use of polymerase chain reaction and gel electrophoresis for amplifying and separating DNA. D1.1.5: Describe the applications for PCR and gel electrophoresis. D1.1.6: Describe the directionality of DNA polymerases based on the difference between the 5ʹ and 3ʹ terminals of strands of nucleotides. D1.1.7: Describe replication on both the leading and lagging strands and how these differ. D1.1.8: Describe the functions of DNA primase, DNA polymerase I, DNA polymerase III and DNA ligase in replication of prokaryotic DNA. D1.1.9: Explain DNA polymerase III’s role as a proofreader of replicated DNA

This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach Neurotransmission and effects on behaviour in biological approach unit IB Psychology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Videos Extended writing question Student research tasks **Student workbook which accompanies the lessons ** Content covered includes: Structure of neurones Transmission across the synapse Inhibitory and excitatory neurotransmitters Artifical agonist and antagonist Effects of dopamine on behaviour Effects of serotonin on behaviour with key case studies Effects of acetylcholine on behaviour and key case studies TOK activity Essay writing task Summary/Evaluation task

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C4.2 Transfer of energy and matter in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 80 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C4.2.1: Explain the concept of ecosystems as open systems. C4.2.2: Describe the role of sunlight in ecosystems. C4.2.3: Outline the flow of energy through food chains and food webs. C4.2.4: Construct food chains and food webs to represent feeding relationships in a community. C4.2.5: Describe the role of decomposers in nutrient cycling. C4.2.6: Distinguish between autotrophic and heterotrophic modes of nutrition. C4.2.7: Classify organisms into trophic levels based on their position in a food chain or food web. C4.2.8: Construct an energy pyramid based on ecological data. C4.2.9: Explain the factors that contribute to energy losses in food chains. C4.2.10: Outline the causes and consequences of heat dissipation in food chains. C4.2.11: Describe the factor that restricts the number of trophic levels in a food chain. C4.2.12: Compare and contrast primary and secondary productivity. C4.2.13: Explain the factors that affect primary productivity in an ecosystem C4.2.14: Construct an accurate diagram of the carbon cycle. C4.2.15: Explain the factors influencing an ecosystem’s capacity to function as a carbon sink or a source. C4.2.16: Discuss the impact of deforestation on the carbon cycle.  C4.2.17: Describe how combustion of fossil fuels and biomass affects the carbon cycle. C4.2.18: Analyse and explain the short-term and long-term trends shown in the Keeling Curve. C4.2.19: Explain the significance of photosynthesis and aerobic respiration in sustaining life on Earth. C4.2.20: Explain the importance of cycles of matter in the functioning of ecosystems.

This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C4.1 populations and communities in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 80 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C4.1.1: Define the term population. C4.1.2: Outline reasons for estimating population samples. C4.1.3: Analyse and explain the importance of using random sampling techniques in ecological studies. C4.1.4: Outline how quadrat sampling is used to estimate the population size for sessile organisms. C4.1.5: Outline how the capture-mark-release-recapture method and the Lincoln index are implemented to estimate the population size of a motile species.  C4.1.6: Define carrying capacity and explain why population growth slows down as the carrying capacity is reached. C4.1.7: Distinguish between density-dependent and density-independent limiting factors. C4.1.8: Compare and contrast exponential and sigmoidal population growth models. C4.1.8: Evaluate the use of models as representations of natural phenomena. C4.1.9: Describe the impact of intraspecific competition and cooperation on the survival and reproduction of a population. C4.1.10: Define communities as diverse collections of populations that interact and contribute to the functioning of ecosystems. C4.1.11: Distinguish between multiple interspecific interactions. C4.1.12: Discuss the ecological significance of interactions between species. C4.1.13: Outline examples of herbivory, predation, competition, parasitism, pathogenicity and mutualism. C4.1.14: Evaluate the impact of invasive species on endemic species. C4.1.15: Outline the role of human activities in the introduction and spread of invasive species. C4.1.16: Assess the presence of interspecific competition using different testing methods. C4.1.17: Apply the chi-squared test to determine an association between species. C4.1.18: Interpret the results of a chi-squared test to generate accurate conclusions. C4.1.19: Evaluate the validity of the chi-squared test as a statistical method for analysing associations between categorical variables. C4.1.20:Evaluate the influence of predator–prey interactions on population dynamics using real case studies. C4.1.21: Discuss the implications of top-down and bottom-up control in population regulation within communities. C4.1.22: Compare and contrast allelopathy and antibiotic secretion mechanisms of competitive advantage in different organisms

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C3.2 Defence against diseases in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 90 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist **Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C3.2.1: Identify the categories of pathogens. C3.2.2: Describe the role of the skin and mucous membranes in primary defence of the body. C3.2.3: Explain the process of clotting of blood. C3.2.4: Differentiate between innate immune system and adaptive immune system. C3.2.5: State the role of phagocytes in controlling infection. C3.2.6: Explain the role of lymphocytes in adaptive immune responses. C3.2.7: Recall that antigens trigger antibody production. C3.2.8: Explain the activation of T-lymphocytes by helper T-cells. C3.2.9: Outline the role of activated B-lymphocytes in production of sufficient quantities of antibodies. C3.2.10: Describe the role of memory cells in immunity. C3.2.11: Describe the means of transmission of HIV. C3.2.12: Study the effect of the virus on the functioning of the immune system (lymphocytes) C3.2.13: State the role of antibiotics in controlling bacterial infections. C3.2.14: Infer the causes of bacterial resistance. C3.2.15: Explain the transmission of zoonotic diseases. C3.2.16: Explain the role of vaccines in developing immunity. C3.2.17: Describe the interdependence of a population in building herd immunity. C3.2.18: Evaluate data related to COVID-19 pandemic

This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach Neuroplasticity in biological approach unit IB Psychology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Videos Extended writing question Student research tasks Student workbook which accompanies the lessons Now includes student project on Neuroplasticity and metacognition Content covered includes: Explanation of neuroplasticity Neural/synaptic pruning Case studies of neuroplasticity Evaluating data tasks Practical applications of neruoplastcity Student project on neuroplasticity and metacognition

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C3.1 Integration of body systems in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 100 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist **Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C3.1.1: Describe the importance of integration of body systems. C3.1.2: Explain the hierarchy of biological organisation. C3.1.3: Compare the roles of the nervous system and endocrine system in signalling. C3.1.4: Describe the roles of the brain and spinal cord in processing information. C3.1.5: Compare the roles of sensory and motor neurons. C3.1.6: Examine a transverse section of a myelinated nerve. C3.1.7: Describe the structure of a pain reflex arc. C3.1.8: Explain the role of the cerebellum in coordination and balance. C3.1.9: Explain the impact of melatonin on circadian rhythms. C3.1.10: Analyse the effects of epinephrine on the body. C3.1.11: Describe the feedback mechanisms that regulate the functioning of the endocrine system. C3.1.12: State the role of baroreceptors and chemoreceptors in the feedback control of the heart rate. C3.1.13: Describe the role of chemoreceptors in controlling the rate of ventilation. C3.1.14: Outline the mechanism for peristaltic control by the CNS and ENS. C3.1.15: Observe tropic responses in seedlings. C3.1.16: Describe positive phototropism. C3.1.17: Outline the functions of the different types of phytohormones. C3.1.18: Explain the movement and concentration of auxins within plant cells. C3.1.19: Describe the role of auxins in cell growth. C3.1.20: Study the regulation of root and shoot growth by the interaction between cytokinins and auxins. C3.1.21: Explain the positive feedback mechanism in the production of ethylene by ripening fruit.

This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach Localisation of brain function the brain in biological apprach unit IB Psychology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Videos Extended writing question Student research tasks **Student workbook which accompanies the lessons ** Content covered includes: Previous techniques such as trepanning and phrenology Causation and correlation Wider Penfield and the homunculus Hippocampus and declarative memory The amygdala and fear Interconnected nature of the brain

This bundle consists of 9 end of unit exams for: A1.1 Water A1.2 Nucleic acids A2.1: Origins of cells A2.2: Cell structure A2.3: Viruses A3.1: Diversity in organisms A3.2: Classification & cladisitics A4.1: Evolution & Speciation A4.2: Ecosystems Exam exam can be used as an end of topic exam and consists of: 7-10 multiple choice questions Questions using IB command terms: state, explain, analyse, describe Data based question Mark schemes included

This resource contains 2 exams suitable for the new IB curriculum: A1.1 Water A1.2 Nucleic acids Exam exam can be used as an end of topic exam and consists of: 10 multiple choice questions State question Explain question Data based question Mark schemes included

This resource consist of everything you will need to teach iGCSE Co-ordinated science (cambridge) C8 Acids, bases and salts. This resource consists of 7 powerpoints (over 100 slides in total) and a student checklist. Approximately 10 lessons are needed to complete this unit. Lessons included: Properties of Acids and bases Types of Oxides research Types of Oxides lesson Testing for anions and cations Making salts Testing for gases Summary lesson and exam questions Each lesson consists: Starter tasks Clear diagrams and explanations Student questions with answers Research tasks Videos Student checklist

This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C2.2 Neural signalling in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 100 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist **Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C2.2.1: Describe the structure of a neuron having a cell body with elongated nerve fibres of varying length projecting from it. C2.2.2: Describe the axon as a long single fibre helping in the conduction of electrical impulse and dendrites as multiple shorter fibres receiving and processing incoming signals. C2.2.3: Describe how energy from ATP drives sodium ions into the membrane causing depolarisation. C2.2.4: Explain the concept of membrane polarisation and membrane potential. C2.2.5: Explain the reasons for resting potential being negative. C2.2.6: Compare the speed in myelinated and non-myelinated fibres. C2.2.7: Explain the role of synapsis in communication between neurons. C2.2.8: Compare and contrast the mechanisms of neurotransmitter release in different types of synapses. C2.2.9: Analyse the factors that affect the magnitude and duration of excitatory postsynaptic potentials. C2.2.10: Describe the process of depolarisation and repolarisation during an action potential. C2.2.11: Evaluate the importance of action potential propagation in neural communication and information processing. C2.2.12: Explain the concept of an oscilloscope and its use in measuring neural activity. C2.2.13: Interpret and analyse oscilloscope traces of resting potentials and action potentials. C2.2.14: Describe the process of saltatory conduction in myelinated fibres. C2.2.15:Compare and contrast the speed and efficiency of action potential propagation in myelinated and unmyelinated fibres. C2.2.16: Describe the effects of exogenous chemicals on synaptic transmission, including drugs and toxins. C2.2.17: Analyse the factors that affect the magnitude and duration of inhibitory postsynaptic potentials. C2.2.18: Understand that multiple presynaptic neurons interact with all-or-nothing consequences in terms of postsynaptic depolarisation. C2.2.19:Understand that nerve endings have channels for positively charged ions, which open in response to a stimulus such as high temperature, acid or certain chemicals such as capsaicin in chilli peppers. C2.2.20:Explain that the entry of positively charged ions causes the threshold potential to be reached and propagation of nerve impulses. C2.2.21:Explain that consciousness is another example of the consequences of interaction.

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C2.1 Chemical signalling in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 70 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: C2.1.1: Define the term ligand. C2.1.2: Outline the stages of signal transduction. C2.1.3: Explain the mechanism of quorum sensing in bacteria and discuss its role in bacterial behaviour. C2.1.4: Understand bioluminescence and its importance and applications. C2.1.5: Identify the categories of signalling chemicals in animals ­ hormones, neurotransmitters, cytokines and calcium ions. C2.1.6: Differentiate between different types of signals used by multicellular organisms. C2.1.7: Describe the difference in structure and function of hormones and neurotransmitters. C2.1.8: Demonstrate an understanding of mechanisms that signalling molecules use to produce localised as well as distant effects. C2.1.9: Analyse the role of signalling molecules in the transmission of signals from one part of the body to another. C2.1.10: Compare and contrast transmembrane receptors and intracellular receptors. C2.1.11: Describe the different signalling pathways activated by transmembrane receptors and intracellular receptors. C2.1.12: Explain the mechanisms of initiation of signal transduction pathways. C2.1.13: Compare and contrast different types of transmembrane receptors and their mechanisms of action, including neurotransmitter receptors and G protein-coupled receptors. C2.1.14:Analyse the role of transmembrane receptors in changing membrane potential and activating intracellular signalling pathways. C2.1.15: Explain that positive feedback amplifies the response. C2.1.16: Explain that negative feedback dampens or inhibits the signalling response. C2.1.17: Explain that a balance of both positive and negative feedback is necessary for proper cellular response