This is the first lesson in a full unit (Biodiversity Science GCSE Coral Reefs) using the coral reef as a new context for applying concepts of biodiversity, human impacts and conservation.
The ‘Why is coral reef biodiversity important?’ lesson covers the importance of coral reefs, the so called ‘rain forests of the sea’, to a local community in Timor-Leste. Students develop their understanding of mutualism, biodiversity and how it is useful and important to us and the Earth as a whole.
Multimedia content and other information can be found at: https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16
This is the fourth lesson in a full unit (Biodiversity Science GCSE Coral Reefs) using the coral reef as a new context for applying concepts of biodiversity, human impacts and conservation.
The ‘Which coral reefs should we protect?’ lesson develops students knowledge and understanding of how to complete a transect, how to use this information to investigate the impact of abiotic factors on distribution and abundance of biodiversity on coral reefs.
The rest of the unit can be found here: https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16
This is the sixth lesson in a full unit (Biodiversity Science GCSE Coral Reefs) using the coral reef as a new context for applying concepts of biodiversity, human impacts and conservation.
The ‘How are members of the community affected by MPAs?’ lesson gets students to consider the impacts of biodiversity protection methods on different groups of people by watching a series of stakeholder videos, taking the form of a stakeholder debate. They will use the information from the videos to prepare arguments for a debate for or against the proposal for a new community MPA in Com.
Multimedia content and other information can be found at: https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16
This is the final assessment lesson in a full unit (Biodiversity Science GCSE Coral Reefs) using the coral reef as a new context for applying concepts of biodiversity, human impacts and conservation.
Students to consolidate their learning from the previous lessons by having a debate about the impacts a new MPA would have on the various stakeholders in Com. Students will evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of two different MPA proposals.
Multimedia content and other information can be found at: https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16
This is the fifth lesson in a full unit (Biodiversity Science GCSE Coral Reefs) using the coral reef as a new context for applying concepts of biodiversity, human impacts and conservation.
The ‘How do we protect coral reefs?’ lesson develops students’ knowledge and understanding of the importance of surrounding environments to coral reefs. Students will start off by looking at the life cycle on coral reefs and the importance of mangrove forests and sea grass to the biodiversity of coral reefs. Following this students will learn what a Marine Protected Area (MPA) is and decide where they would locate the four different MPAs in Com.
The rest of the unit can be found here: https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16
This is the third lesson in a full unit (Biodiversity Science GCSE Coral Reefs) using the coral reef as a new context for applying concepts of biodiversity, human impacts and conservation.
The ‘How can humans indirectly threaten coral reefs?’ lesson focuses on the indirect threats to coral reefs such as climate change. Climate change causes sea temperatures to increase, which subsequently causes coral bleaching to occur. Students will explore indirect threats through a range of experiments such as the activity Ocean Acidification in a cup. It is important in this lesson that students consider how the actions of people around the world are affecting the coral reefs located near Com.
Multimedia content and other information can be found at: https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16
Coral Oceans 14-16 Geography delivers a comprehensive understanding of coral reefs.
Through the use of our exclusive galleries, videos and online resources, students will develop their knowledge and understanding of what coral reefs are, why they are important and how to protect them.
The unit includes challenging lessons on abiotic components such as the nutrient cycle and biotic factors such as food chains.
To experience the full impact of this scheme of work it can be taught in advance of our annual Coral Live event. Live lessons can be booked for free here: https://encounteredu.com/live
Two data case studies based on the Arctic with options to use ICT or offline versions.
One case study on the link between carbon dioxide and ocean acidity and the other on sea ice thickness. Each case study consists of four lessons. Designed to be used in conjunction with the Classroom Media Player.
This full unit uses the coral reef as a case study for biodiversity and human impact topics for Science GCSE. It is a great way for students to apply learning to new contexts in preparation for exams.
The unit makes use of multimedia content and science research, making it appropriate for students of all levels.
Downloads include a full teacher book with student sheets and all resources for teaching, with a PowerPoint for each lesson.
Lessons cover the following topics (with multimedia and further resources available from https://encounteredu.com/teachers/units/coral-oceans-science-14-16):
Scales in an ecosystem and the importance of mutualism
Direct human impacts on the coral reef (e.g. overfishing)
Indirect human impacts on the coral reef (e.g. climate change)
How scientists research the reef to identify areas in need of protection
How reefs are protected and importance of habitat connectivity
Decision-making exercise on coral reef protection and impact on local communities
Students design their own marine protected area applying science concepts
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops student skills in data representation and the use of pictograms.
Students start by using pictograms to represent the amount of fruit they have eaten and will eat. They then take a trip through a series of underwater vistas, recording the frequency of different types of sea creatures. They then apply their knowledge of data representation to create frequency pictograms.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/
To download Google Docs versions of the lesson plan and student sheet go to: https://goo.gl/6v0jau
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson is a fun way to develop students’ understanding and application of simple angles.
Go on a tour of Iceland with Google Expeditions. Perform different angle turns clockwise and counter-clockwise. Describe what you see to check your learning. Can you find examples of other angles in the landscape?
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/
To download Google Docs versions of the lesson plan and student sheet go to: https://goo.gl/OnHf2R
A practical lesson where students work scientifically and develop their literacy skills by writing a conclusion using the ‘Point Evidence Explain’ technique from English.
The context of the lesson is the work of Dr Helen Findlay who is investigating ocean acidification: ‘the other carbon problem’.
This full lesson contains:
Slideshow 1: Are humans causing ocean acidification?
Lesson Overview and Teacher Guidance
Activity Overview 1: Are humans causing ocean acidification?
Student Sheet 1a: Are humans causing ocean acidification?
Student Sheet 1b: Practical instructions
Subject Update 1: Ocean acidification
Six enquiry-based lessons introducing ocean science concepts for ages 11-14.
These lessons and activities are full of practical ideas to bring carbonate chemistry and marine biology to the science classroom. All lessons demonstrate science at work and are based on recent research conducted in the Arctic. Designed to be used in conjunction with the Digital Explorer Media Zone. All lessons and resources are available from Encounter Edu’s TES profile.
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops students’ understanding of human anatomy.
This introductory lesson introduces students to the main external features of the heart, identifying arteries and veins.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/.
This is Google Expeditions Lesson is number 1 of a 4 lesson sequence. It can be used as a standalone lesson or in conjunction with others listed below.
Lesson 1: Google Expeditions: The Heart – External Structure https://goo.gl/UHEs0F
Lesson 2: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Internal human heart structure https://goo.gl/96wNXN
Lesson 3: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Electrical control of the heart beat https://goo.gl/P3E6tX
Lesson 4: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Cardiovascular disease https://goo.gl/7CG7FN
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops students’ understanding of human anatomy.
This lesson focuses on the internal structure of the heart. Students will be able to label the main features and show the direction of the blood flow inside the hearth. They will also be able to state the purpose of the heart valves and describe the differences between the left and right sides of the heart.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/.
This is Google Expeditions Lesson is number 2 of a 4 lesson sequence. It can be used as a standalone lesson or in conjunction with others listed below.
Lesson 1: Google Expeditions: The Heart – External Structure https://goo.gl/UHEs0F
Lesson 2: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Internal human heart structure https://goo.gl/96wNXN
Lesson 3: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Electrical control of the heart beat https://goo.gl/P3E6tX
Lesson 4: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Cardiovascular disease https://goo.gl/7CG7FN
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops students’ understanding of human anatomy.
This lesson focuses on the electrical control of the heart, with students being able to identify the location of the SA/AV nodes, Purkinje fibers and bundle of His, as well as being able to describe the steps in the cardiac cycle.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/.
This is Google Expeditions Lesson is number 3 of a 4 lesson sequence. It can be used as a standalone lesson or in conjunction with others listed below.
Lesson 1: Google Expeditions: The Heart – External Structure https://goo.gl/UHEs0F
Lesson 2: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Internal human heart structure https://goo.gl/96wNXN
Lesson 3: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Electrical control of the heart beat https://goo.gl/P3E6tX
Lesson 4: Google Expeditions: The Heart – Cardiovascular disease https://goo.gl/7CG7FN
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops student skills in human anatomy and health.
Students investigate how different diseases can affect different parts of the ear. This lesson combines immersive imagery of the human ear, with facts on diseases that affect the auditory system.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/.
This is Google Expeditions Lesson is number 4 of a 4 lesson sequence. It can be used as a standalone lesson or in conjunction with others listed below (links go to Google Docs versions of the lessons).
Lesson 1: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Sound waves & The Outer Ear https://goo.gl/y5jukV
Lesson 2: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Middle & Inner Ear https://goo.gl/RbUlQs
Lesson 3: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Ear & Balance https://goo.gl/xl5mJ3
Lesson 4: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Ear & Disease https://goo.gl/TKj9Om
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops student skills in human anatomy.
Journey inside the human ear to develop students’ in depth knowledge of human organs and the physics of waves.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/.
This is Google Expeditions Lesson is number 1 of a 4 lesson sequence. It can be used as a standalone lesson or in conjunction with others listed below (links go to Google Docs versions of the lessons).
Lesson 1: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Sound waves & The Outer Ear https://goo.gl/y5jukV
Lesson 2: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Middle & Inner Ear https://goo.gl/RbUlQs
Lesson 3: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Ear & Balance https://goo.gl/xl5mJ3
Lesson 4: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Ear & Disease https://goo.gl/TKj9Om
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops student skills in human anatomy.
Journey inside the human ear to develop students’ understanding of the workings of the middle and inner ear.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/.
This is Google Expeditions Lesson is number 2 of a 4 lesson sequence. It can be used as a standalone lesson or in conjunction with others listed below (links go to Google Docs versions of the lessons).
Lesson 1: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Sound waves & The Outer Ear https://goo.gl/y5jukV
Lesson 2: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Middle & Inner Ear https://goo.gl/RbUlQs
Lesson 3: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Ear & Balance https://goo.gl/xl5mJ3
Lesson 4: Google Expeditions: Auditory System – Ear & Disease https://goo.gl/TKj9Om
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops students’ understanding of farming and sustainability using Tanzania as a case study.
Students visit Tanzania using the Google Expeditions virtual field trip. They understand the life of a farmer in Tanzania and compare western lifestyles to those found through the Google Expedition. Students then debate the sustainability of these two lifestyles - their own and those of farmers in Tanzania.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/
To download Google Docs versions of the lesson plan and student sheet go to: https://goo.gl/VUZLdL
This #GoogleExpeditions lesson develops student understanding of deforestation and reforestation using the Juma Reserve in the Amazon as a case study.
Students will investigate the different impacts of deforestation and also efforts to reforest this area of the Amazon.
Google Expeditions are immersive 360 degree photo stories designed for use in the classroom. For more see: https://www.google.com/edu/expeditions/
To download Google Docs versions of the lesson plan and student sheet go to: https://goo.gl/bLKEJh