A physics specialist, love a bit of chemistry too...
Don't buy biology off me!!!
If you can name the movie in the cover image I will be very impressed!
A physics specialist, love a bit of chemistry too...
Don't buy biology off me!!!
If you can name the movie in the cover image I will be very impressed!
A set of notes written to cover all of the specification for AQA Physics GCSE P1 Energy.
Covers all of the points in the specification with some examples and more pupil friendly language. Suitable for all AQA Physics, AQA Trilogy higher and foundation pupils. This is useful for pupils who miss large portions of the course or for a convenient summary of a topic in a small booklet.
This could also be a useful resource for teachers who may not be physics specialists to aid with interpreting the specification.
3 lessons covering the beginning of the AQA Trilogy or GCSE Physics topic P3 - The Particle Model of Matter.
One theory lesson on density and the density equation with 2 practical lessons. Determining the density of regular and irregularly shaped objects.
Including a 6 mark question that is excellent practice for writing instructions for a required practical.
Suitable for higher tier, foundation tier Trilogy Combined Science or GCSE Physics.
A lesson introducing electric current. Designed to be the first lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
Learning Objective
To understand the flow of current
Success Criteria
I can describe the current as flow of charge
I can explain electric current
I can use Q=It and V=IR in calculations
A lesson introducing circuits and circuit symbols. Designed to be the second lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
PLEASE NOTE - AN AQA EXAM QUESTION HAS BEEN REMOVED FOR COPYWRITE REASONS. If you have access to exampro this is easily replaced (I have included a screen grab of the first part of the question to make it easy to find)
Learning Objective
Using symbols to construct diagrams of circuits
Success Criteria
I can identify circuit symbols
I can identify series and parallel circuits
I can describe and draw series and parallel circuits.
A set of notes written to cover all of the specification for AQA Physics GCSE P5 Forces.
Covers all of the points in the specification with some examples and more pupil friendly language. Suitable for all AQA Physics, AQA Trilogy higher and foundation pupils. This is useful for pupils who miss large portions of the course or for a convenient summary of a topic in a small booklet.
For use with Trilogy this will need some sections deleting (these are marked as physics only) as it has been prepared for GCSE physics (separates)
This could also be a useful resource for teachers who may not be physics specialists to aid with interpreting the specification.
2 complete lessons - AQA P2 L6 and L7 RP16 AQA Required Practical IV characteristics of components (including analysis lesson)
A practical lesson and follow up analysis lesson using the test circuit to investigate the IV characteristics of a filament lamp, fixed resistor and diode, . Designed to be the sixth and seventh lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher and foundation tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for 2 x 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes 2x MS Word learning mat with accompanying MS PowerPoint presentations including answers for all questions.This also includes a template for a high impact marking task, the exam questions will need to be downloaded from exampro if you have access. These are copywrited (see below)
PLEASE NOTE - AN AQA EXAM QUESTION HAS BEEN REMOVED FOR COPYWRITE REASONS. If you have access to exampro this is easily replaced (I have included a screen grab of the first part of the question to make it easy to find)
Learning Objective
Investigating the IV characteristics of a filament lamp, a diode and a resistor at constant temperature.
Success Criteria
I can understand how an experiment can be designed to test an idea
I can evaluate how an experimental procedure can yield more accurate data
I can interpret and explain graphs using scientific ideas
AQA P2 L8 RP15 AQA Required Practical investigating the resistance of a wire
A practical lesson using the test circuit to investigate the resistance of a wire . Designed to be the eighth lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher and foundation tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes MS Word learning mat with accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions. This also includes a template for a high impact marking task, the exam questions will need to be downloaded from the e-AQA site if you have access. These are copywrited (see below)
PLEASE NOTE - AN AQA EXAM QUESTION HAS BEEN REMOVED FOR COPYWRITE REASONS. If you have access to e-AQA this is easily replaced, this exam question is taken from the 2018 P1 exam.
Learning Objective
Resistance required practical
Success Criteria
I can explain how resistance of a wire changes with length
I can analyse and evaluate data
A set of notes written to cover all of the specification for AQA Physics GCSE P8 Space Physics.
Covers all of the points in the specification with some examples and more pupil friendly language. Suitable for all AQA Physics. This is useful for pupils who miss large portions of the course or for a convenient summary of a topic in a small booklet.
Please note that this topic is NOT part of the AQA trilogy course, this is for GCSE physics only!
This could also be a useful resource for teachers who may not be physics specialists to aid with interpreting the specification.
A detailed description and explanation of single and double slit diffraction, the geometry of each phenomena and the important differences between the two.
This is suitable for use with AQA A-level physics but can easily be edited to be used with OCR (variables for fringe spacing (w needs replacing with x) and slit spacing (s needs replacing with a) are slightly different)
As this explanation requires the small angle approximation (which may be known by those studying A-level maths) and the assumption that 2 rays that are clearly not parallel are in fact parallel the presence of hypnotoad on the first slide and a relaxing picture of a cat in a box on the second will hopefully make these leaps of faith manageable for students… silly I know but what can you do?
This is best accompanied by exam questions from Exampro, I have not included those here due to copyright although the answers to the questions that I selected are included in the PowerPoint.
A set of notes written to cover all of the specification for AQA Physics GCSE P6 Waves.
Covers all of the points in the specification with some examples and more pupil friendly language. Suitable for all AQA Physics, AQA Trilogy higher and foundation pupils. This is useful for pupils who miss large portions of the course or for a convenient summary of a topic in a small booklet.
For use with Trilogy this will need some sections deleting as it has been prepared for GCSE physics (separates)
This could also be a useful resource for teachers who may not be physics specialists to aid with interpreting the specification.
A set of notes written to cover all of the specification for AQA Physics GCSE P7 Electromagnetism.
Covers all of the points in the specification with some examples and more pupil friendly language. Suitable for all AQA Physics, AQA Trilogy higher and foundation pupils. This is useful for pupils who miss large portions of the course or for a convenient summary of a topic in a small booklet.
For use with Trilogy this will need some sections deleting as it has been prepared for GCSE physics (separates)
This could also be a useful resource for teachers who may not be physics specialists to aid with interpreting the specification.
A (likely double) practical lesson introducing building circuits. Designed to be the third lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a double 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
PLEASE NOTE - AN AQA EXAM QUESTION HAS BEEN REMOVED FOR COPYWRITE REASONS. If you have access to exampro this is easily replaced (I have included a screen grab of the first part of the question to make it easy to find)
Learning Objective
To interpret circuit diagrams and measure current and pd
Success Criteria
I can interpret circuit diagrams
I can construct circuits from circuit diagrams
I can take measurements and spot patterns in series and parallel circuits
AQA P2 L4 Resistance
A lesson exploring resistance. Designed to be the fourth lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions. This also includes a template for a high impact marking task, the exam questions will need to be downloaded from exampro if you have access. These are copywrited (see below)
PLEASE NOTE - AN AQA EXAM QUESTION HAS BEEN REMOVED FOR COPYWRITE REASONS. If you have access to exampro this is easily replaced (I have included a screen grab of the first part of the question to make it easy to find)
Learning Objective
To describe how the resistance of a component affects the current through it.
Success Criteria
I can describe and explain open circuits and short circuits
I can describe the factors that affect resistance
I can explain how increasing resistance changes current
AQA P2 L5 Investigating circuits (the test circuit)
A practical lesson building circuits, specifically the test circuit. Designed to be the fifth lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher and foundation tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
Learning Objective
Building the test circuit
Success Criteria
I can use series circuits to test components and make measurements
I can carry out calculations using measurements taken
AQA P2 L10 Electricity in the Home
A lesson introducing the mains supply of electricity and domestic plugs. Designed to be the tenth lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
Learning Objective
Understanding domestic supply
Success Criteria
I can recall the UK domestic supply is A.C. at 50Hz and around 230V
I can describe the main features of live, neutral and earth wires
I can explain how a fuse works
AQA P2 L9 Control Circuits (thermistor and LDR)
A lesson exploring control circuits and the properties of thermistors and LDRs. Designed to be the ninth lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
Learning Objective
Identifying sensors that control a circuit
Success Criteria
I can recall the function of LDRs and thermistors.
I can recall the function of diodes.
I can explain how the VI characteristics of a component can control a circuit.
AQA P2 L12 Transmitting Electricity (the National Grid)
A lesson introducing the National Grid. Designed to be the twelfth lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course, also suitable for higher tier Trilogy science students.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
Learning Objective
Explaining the National Grid
Success Criteria
I can describe how electricity is transmitted using the National Grid
I can explain why electrical power is transmitted at high potential difference
Understand the role of transformers
AQA P2 L13 Static
A lesson introducing static electricity. Designed to be the tenth lesson taught in P2 of the AQA GCSE physics course.
Set up for a 4 part 50 minute lesson, but adaptable.
This lesson includes an MS Word learning mat with an accompanying MS PowerPoint presentation including answers for all questions.
Learning Objective
Understanding how static electricity is generated.
Success Criteria
I can describe how to produce static
I can describe the conditions needed
I can describe static in terms of electrons and charge
A complete scheme of work for the AQA GCSE physics topic P2 Electricity.
Included are 14 lessons (12 of which would also be suitable for HT Trilogy)
These lessons all include MS Word learning mats with accompanying MS PowerPoint presentations including answers for all questions.
Also included in this bundle is a workbook bringing together all of the leaning mats along with a glossary of terms, summary of equations and circuit symbols in one workbook.
Set up for 4 part 50 minute lessons, but adaptable.
PLEASE NOTE - AQA EXAM QUESTIONS HAVE BEEN REMOVED FOR COPYWRITE REASONS. If you have access to exampro these are easily replaced.
ADVICE - ONLY BUY THIS AS PART OF THE BUNDLE!
This resource is best bought as part of the bundle that contains all of the lessons in this topic. Individually it is probably not worth it!!
This is a collection of all of the learning mats that are individually available with the lessons for that topic as posted on this site.
These have been collected together in a workbook also containing a summary of the equations and symbols needed for the topic, a glossary of terms and some website links that can help with revision.
AGAIN this is probably not worth buying individually!!
PLEASE NOTE - AQA EXAM QUESTIONS HAVE BEEN REMOVED FOR COPYWRITE REASONS. If you have access to exampro this is easily replaced.