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I am a STEM Tutor, on this site you will find lesson plans, visual aids, quizzes, tests and more that I use in my lessons

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I am a STEM Tutor, on this site you will find lesson plans, visual aids, quizzes, tests and more that I use in my lessons
GCSE Biology - Classification Lesson
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GCSE Biology - Classification Lesson

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Enhance your understanding of classification systems with this comprehensive teaching resource designed for GCSE Edexcel Combined Science and GCSE Edexcel Biology students. In Lesson 4.4, you will delve into the intriguing world of taxonomy and learn about the 3 Domains and 5 Kingdoms Classification Systems. Explore how Genetic Analysis has transformed our understanding of classification. By the end of this lesson, you’ll grasp the significance of classification, its historical development, and the modern genetic insights that have reshaped it. Learning Objective: By the end of this lesson, students will be able to describe the 3 Domains and 5 Kingdoms Classification Systems, and understand the role of Genetic Analysis in evolving the 3 Domains theory. Key Takeaways for Successful Students: Recognize the similarities and differences among organisms. Comprehend the purpose of classification in organizing organisms. Trace the origins of classification to Carl Linnaeus’ anatomical analysis. Apply the Linnean System for classification. Connect the Linnean System to the concept of similarities and differences. Explore the rationale behind the addition of the 3 domain system. Appreciate that classification is a dynamic process in an ever-changing world. Lesson Structure: Starter (5 minutes): Engage students in a brainstorming session, comparing the similarities and differences between a human and a frog. Encourage them to consider other animal comparisons for extension. Teaching Part 1 (5 minutes): Why do we need Classification? Highlight the significance of classification for the study of organisms. Emphasize how classification mitigates language barriers and confusion in naming organisms. Teaching Part 2 (10 minutes): Linnaean Classification Explore the history of classification, with focus on Carl Linnaeus. Explain the Linnaean hierarchical system (Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species). Illustrate the increasing specificity of classification levels. Activity 1 (5 minutes): Students research the classification of organisms they’ve interacted with and present their binomial names in the correct format. Activity 2 (15 minutes): Card Exercise: Guide students in sorting names into appropriate classification levels, fostering hands-on understanding. Teaching Part 3 (8 Minutes): Watch an engaging educational video on the domains of life to reinforce the concept visually. Summary Activity (10 Minutes): Classification Quiz Evaluate students’ comprehension with a quiz that covers the main concepts of the lesson. Student Evaluation: Facilitate a self-assessment session where students reflect on their learning experience, identify areas for improvement, and express what intrigued them the most.
AS/A Level Maths - Coordinate Geometry Revision PowerPoint
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AS/A Level Maths - Coordinate Geometry Revision PowerPoint

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A PowerPoint covering the Year 1 knowledge for Coordinate Geometry, including examples, questions and explanation. This resource can be used as a recap before beginning related topics in the second year or for AS/End Of Year Exam Students to help them identify misconceptions before the exam
OCR A level Chemistry A Year 1 Tests
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OCR A level Chemistry A Year 1 Tests

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17 30-70 Question short answer knowledge tests designed to cover the entirety of AS Chemistry, or the content for Year 1 under OCR A Level Chemistry A. This acts as the perfect revision resource, whether set as an assignment or done under in class, preparing students for the knowledge heavy A level exam. Included: - Chapter 2-17 Tests - Formulae of Ions and Solubility Test Cover Photo by Trnava University
A Level Biology - Cell Division Test
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A Level Biology - Cell Division Test

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A 48 Question short answer knowledge test designed for A level students. While this was done under the Eduqas specification, it covers the content of all exam boards. This is the perfect resource to test it’s gone in after a lesson or that it’s stayed in before a mock.
Rates of Reaction Revision PowerPoint - A Level Chemistry
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Rates of Reaction Revision PowerPoint - A Level Chemistry

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A 10 Slide PowerPoint Designed under the OCR A Specification, but applicable across exam boards to teach the content of Year 2 Rates of Reactions (Chapter 18). The following topics are covered through Gap Fills, Pictures, Tables, Exam Questions and more: Rate Equations Orders of Reaction Rate Constants Concentration-Time Graphs Rate-Concentration Graphs Iodine Clock Monitoring Rate Rate Determining Step Arrhenius Constant
AQA GCSE English Language - Paper 2 Lesson
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AQA GCSE English Language - Paper 2 Lesson

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A 10 slide PowerPoint explaining how to answer the 5 questions on AQA GCSE English Language Paper 2. This is the perfect lesson for revision or to begin teaching the content, or to go through slowly as each question is looked at
GCSE Business - Financial Calculations Test
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GCSE Business - Financial Calculations Test

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A 32 Mark Short answer test designed for GCSE Students. Made under the AQA exam board, but useful for all students, this is especially helpful to those who struggle more with the mathematical side of the course, but can be used for all students for revision, set as a homework assignment or done in task as a worksheet or test
A Level Chemistry - Aromatic Compounds Test
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A Level Chemistry - Aromatic Compounds Test

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A 38 Question short answer knowledge test designed under the OCR A specification but applicable across exam boards. As the perfect revision resource, this can be set in class or given as an assignment to solidify students’ understanding in preparation for the knowledge heavy A Level Chemistry Exams
A Level Biology - Enzymes Tests
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A Level Biology - Enzymes Tests

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2 40 question, short answer knowledge tests on Enzymes designed for Eduqas A level biology, but applicable to all exam boards. While the Biology exams are application based, the knowledge tested here is vital in accessing questions, and is perfect to be used as a test or assignment to solidify this.
Polynomials Revision PowerPoint
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Polynomials Revision PowerPoint

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An 18 Slide PowerPoint containing diagrams, explanations, examples and questions designed to review the taught content and identify misconceptions. Made specifically for AS/Year 1 A Level Maths, this resource can also be used for the Level 3 Free Standing Mathematics Qualification. Topics Included: Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Multiplying and Expanding Polynomials Polynomial Graphs Dividing Polynomials Factorising Polynomials Factor Theorem
OCR A Level Chemistry A - Module 4 Tests
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OCR A Level Chemistry A - Module 4 Tests

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7 ~30 Question Short Answer Knowledge Tests for each of the 7 Chapters of Year 1 Organic Chemistry. These resources can be used as revision for 2nd year students about to begin Module 6, knowledge acquisition tests for students who have just learnt the content or as preparations for the knowledge heavy A Level Chemistry exams Cover Photo by Terry Vlisidis
GCSE Science/Biology - Mitosis and Stem Cells Test
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GCSE Science/Biology - Mitosis and Stem Cells Test

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A comprehensive 35 Question short answer knowledge test designed under the Edexcel specification. As the perfect revision activity, knowledge acquisition test for an end of term exam or homework assignment, this is the perfect revision resource to solidify students’ knowledge in preparation for Combined Science Paper 1 or Biology Paper 1
A Level Biology - Human Impact Test
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A Level Biology - Human Impact Test

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2 ~40 Question short answer knowledge tests. While designed under the Eduqas Specification, these tests can be used across exam boards, covering the entire content students need to know. Whether set as an assignment, test or given as a revision resource ,this acts as the perfect preparation for A level Biology Exams.