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My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments. For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website

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My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments. For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website
Collecting and recording data
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Collecting and recording data

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This fully resourced lesson on collecting and recording data is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of collect and record data accurately and effectively through clear explanations and engaging activities. This is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the AQA KS3 Enquiry skill 2.9 Collect data and the Activate 1 (OUP) Enquiry processes 1: EP 3, Collecting, recording, and presenting data lesson. The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is editable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (36 slides): ● Lesson prep and materials guide: Clear guidance for preparing the lesson. ● Student worksheets/handouts: All the printable materials needed for the lesson. ● Do Now activity: Starter activity to refresh students’ memory and introduce the upcoming lesson. ● Clear lesson aim, objectives & success criteria: Provides students with a clear understanding of what they’ll learn and how to show their understanding. ● Warm-up slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information slides: Differentiated content catering to a range of learning styles and abilities. ● Engaging group activities: Differentiated activities that encourage students to collaborate, participate actively, and deepen their understanding of the topic. ● Practical activity: Hands-on experience to apply concepts and develop practical skills. ● Questions with answers: Questions with three difficulty levels to cater to different learning styles and abilities. Answers are provided, making them perfect for self-assessment and creating clear, effective notes. ● Homework activities: Differentiated homework tasks to cater to various learning styles and abilities. These activities are designed to reinforce key concepts from the lesson while promoting independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class, with three levels of demand to cater to different learning styles and levels: ● K- Know (low demand) ● A- Apply (standard demand) ● E- Extend (high demand) This lesson is also available as: ● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson. Collecting and recording data Cover lesson ● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace. Collecting and recording data Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Stem cells
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Stem cells

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During this lesson (B2-3 Stem cells) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what stem cells are and some of their potential uses. Based on the 3rd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B2: Cell division chapter. *Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. * Presentation contains (21 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Continuous and discontinuous variation
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Continuous and discontinuous variation

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During 10.1.2 Continuous and discontinuous Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the difference between continuous and discontinuous variation. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 10a: Genes- 10.1 Variation chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Presentation contains (27 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Adapting to change
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Adapting to change

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During 10.1.3 Adapting to change Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how organisms adapt to environmental changes. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 10a: Genes- 10.1 Variation chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class- K- Know (low demand) A- Apply (standard demand) E- Extend (high demand) Presentation contains (24 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Research activity (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Development of a foetus
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Development of a foetus

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During 10.2.4 Development of a foetus Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of what happens during gestation and birth. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 10a: Genes- 10.2 Human reproductions chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class- K- Know (low demand) A- Apply (standard demand) E- Extend (high demand) Presentation contains (20 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Ecosystems Distance learning
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Ecosystems Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (9.1.3 Ecosystems) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how different organisms co-exist within an ecosystem. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 9a: Ecosystems- 9.1 Interdependence chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class This resource includes: Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™. some features will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
DNA and the genome Lesson bundle
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DNA and the genome Lesson bundle

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During the lesson on DNA and the genome students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what the genome is and that DNA is the molecule of inheritance. This is the 4th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.4 DNA from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.4 DNA and the genome from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. This bundle contains the ‘DNA and the genome’ lesson in two formats- 1. Classroom based presentation lesson presentation and resources Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Practical activity Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts 2. Digital worksheet- ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
DNA and protein synthesis Distance learning
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DNA and protein synthesis Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson on DNA and protein synthesis GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how DNA controls protein synthesis. This is the 5th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.5 DNA structure and protein synthesis from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.5 DNA structure and protein synthesis from B13 Reproduction chapter. This digital worksheet is ideal for distance learning, independent study, home-school, covering missed content after absence, or for use in a non-specialist cover lesson. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. This resource includes (4 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (Fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
DNA and the genome Distance learning
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DNA and the genome Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson on DNA and the genome GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what the genome is and that DNA is the molecule of inheritance. This is the 4th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.4 DNA from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.4 DNA and the genome from B13 Reproduction chapter. This digital worksheet is ideal for distance learning, independent study, home-school, covering missed content after absence, or for use in a non-specialist cover lesson. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes (4 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (Fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
DNA and the genome
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DNA and the genome

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During this fully resourced lesson on DNA and the genome GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what the genome is and that DNA is the molecule of inheritance. This is the 4th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.4 DNA from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.4 DNA and the genome from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (27 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Practical activity Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. DNA and the genome Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
DNA and protein synthesis Lesson bundle
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DNA and protein synthesis Lesson bundle

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During the lesson on DNA and protein synthesis students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how DNA controls protein synthesis. This is the 5th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.5 DNA structure and protein synthesis from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.5 DNA structure and protein synthesis from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. This bundle contains the ‘DNA and protein synthesis’ lesson in two formats- 1. Classroom based presentation lesson presentation and resources Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts 2. Digital worksheet- ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
DNA and protein synthesis
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DNA and protein synthesis

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During this fully resourced lesson on DNA and protein synthesis GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how DNA controls protein synthesis. This is the 5th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.5 DNA structure and protein synthesis from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.5 DNA structure and protein synthesis from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (34 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. DNA and protein synthesis Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Mutations Lesson bundle
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Mutations Lesson bundle

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During the lesson on mutations students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what a mutation is and how they can affect phenotypes. This is the 6th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.5 Protein synthesis and mutations from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.6 Gene expression and mutation from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-8. This bundle contains the ‘Mutations’ lesson in two formats- 1. Classroom based presentation lesson presentation and resources Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts 2. Digital worksheet- ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Mutations Distance learning
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Mutations Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson on mutations GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what a mutation is and how they can affect phenotypes. This is the 6th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.5 Protein synthesis and mutations from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.6 Gene expression and mutation from B13 Reproduction chapter. This digital worksheet is ideal for distance learning, independent study, home-school, covering missed content after absence, or for use in a non-specialist cover lesson. * Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-8. This resource includes (4 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (Fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Mutations
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Mutations

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During this fully resourced lesson on mutations GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what a mutation is and how they can affect phenotypes. This is the 6th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.5 Protein synthesis and mutations from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.6 Gene expression and mutation from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-8. Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (27 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Mutations Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Evolution Distance learning
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Evolution Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson on evolution GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how evolution occurs through natural selection. This is the 2nd lesson in a series of 7 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.2.2 Evolution from B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B14.2 Evolution by natural selection from B14 Variation and evolution chapter. This digital worksheet is ideal for distance learning, independent study, home-school, covering missed content after absence, or for use in a non-specialist cover lesson. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes (4 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (Fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Evolution
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Evolution

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During this fully resourced lesson on evolution GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how evolution occurs through natural selection. This is the 2nd lesson in a series of 7 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.2.2 Evolution from B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B14.2 Evolution by natural selection from B14 Variation and evolution chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (29 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria. Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Evolution Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Evolution Lesson bundle
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Evolution Lesson bundle

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During the lesson on evolution students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how evolution occurs through natural selection. This is the 2nd lesson in a series of 7 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.2.2 Evolution from B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B14.2 Evolution by natural selection from B14 Variation and evolution chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. This bundle contains the ‘Evolution’ lesson in two formats- 1. Classroom based presentation lesson presentation and resources Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts 2. Digital worksheet- ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
The response to exercise Distance learning
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The response to exercise Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B9.2 The response to exercise) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the body’s response to exercise. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) Biology B9: Respiration chapter. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes (5 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (Fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com