Interdisciplinary Curriculum Developer and Educator with a background in Astrophysics and a flair for great no-nonsense resources based on classroom experience.
Interdisciplinary Curriculum Developer and Educator with a background in Astrophysics and a flair for great no-nonsense resources based on classroom experience.
Simply, set and relax as these video companions will help make sure your students are paying attention throughout these videos, having a variety of questions throughout the length of the video.
I have laboured long and hard to make these video companions as easy as possible to engage with and to be able to use for teachers of any kind, whether in school, higher education or home schooling, these can be great to keep students engaged and know they watched the material fully.
The video companions include:
The Higgs Boson, Part I
What if the Earth were Hollow?
Why is it Dark at Night?
Common Physics Misconceptions
Is it Better to Walk or Run in the Rain?
How Big is the Universe?
MAGNETS: How do they work?
What is Sea Level?
Why is the Solar System Flat?
How Modern Light Bulbs Work
How to See Without Glasses
Antimatter Explained
This is Not a Rainbow
How to Subtract By Adding
How Long To Fall Through The Earth?
Hitting the Sun is HARD
Why It’s Impossible to Tune a Piano
Will Batteries Power The World? | The Limits Of Lithium-ion
The Unreasonable Efficiency of Black Holes
The Brown Dwarf Debate
Why Do Compressed Air Cans Get Cold?
Our Ignorance About Gravity
Einstein’s Biggest Blunder, Explained
The Physics of Windmill Design
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If you enjoy these, then you might also enjoy the Veritasium video companions, the full set, the astronomy related set or the non-astronomy set. I highly recommend these resources as they have been my pride and joy to develop for your use.
Usage:
The layout of these video companions are that there are both teacher and student versions of all of these documents. The teacher versions contain the solutions and the administrative information. The student versions contain only the questions and spaces for students to fill in the work. They are easy to use and all in PDF form, including one large ‘master file’ so you can see all the content in one broad sweep and see what video companion will work for you and your students easily.
Disclaimer:
This work is intended to be a course companion and is all original work based on supporting and aligning with the youtube series – Minutephysics. The host of the series is Henry Reich. The respective rights and content are their own and below to Minutephysics and its owner. Further when Minutephysics brings in additional youtubers and their brands such as Veritasium or Vsauce, their respective works and content is their own. This work is intended as an independent supplement which has been wholly and independently developed by The Teaching Astrophysicist for sale on TeacherspayTeachers and TES.
Have you ever wondered what is the universe? How does it work? What are you made of?
In part 1 of his 3 part series, Oliver explains complex topics in simple terms using informative graphics. Written in the style of a good friend helping you understand the wonder of the universe. This book tackles the basic concepts that define the universe, the process that govern stars and an introduction to the planets of our Solar System. From atoms, to nuclear bombs, from light to the gas giants, this book has all the universal basics and planetary properties covered. This book and its companions make a thorough and valuable guide for anyone interested in understanding the universe.
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Have you ever wondered what is the universe? How does it work? What are you made of?
In part 2 of his 3 part series, Oliver explains complex topics in simple terms using informative graphics.
Written in the style of a good friend helping you understand the wonder of the universe.
This book tackles stars, their births, lives and deaths. From the Sun, to neutron stars, from black holes to pulsars and magnetars, this book has all the weird and wonderful stars covered.
This book and its companions make a thorough and valuable guide for anyone interested in their universe.
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Have you ever wondered what is the universe? How does it work? What are you made of?
In part 3 of his 3 part series, Oliver explains complex topics in simple terms using informative graphics. Written in the style of a good friend helping you understand the wonder of the universe. This book tackles galactic dynamics, special and general relativity, universal truths and how it all began and will end. From galactic explanations to the scale and expansion of the universe, this book has wonderful mind expanding topics covered.
This book and its companions make a thorough and valuable guide for anyone interested in understanding the universe.
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Have you ever wondered what is the universe? How does it work? What are you made of?
In part 1 of his 3 part series, Oliver explains complex topics in simple terms using informative graphics. Written in the style of a good friend helping you understand the wonder of the universe. This book tackles the basic concepts that define the universe, the process that govern stars and an introduction to the planets of our Solar System. From atoms, to nuclear bombs, from light to the gas giants, this book has all the universal basics and planetary properties covered.
In part 2 of his 3 part series, he tackles stars, their births, lives and deaths. From the Sun, to neutron stars, from black holes to pulsars and magnetars, this book has all the weird and wonderful stars covered.
In part 3 of his 3 part series, Oliver tackles galactic dynamics, special and general relativity, universal truths and how it all began and will end. From galactic explanations to the scale and expansion of the universe, this book has wonderful mind expanding topics covered.
This book is a thorough and valuable guide for anyone interested in understanding the universe.
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Unit 3 - IB DP Physics
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 3 - Thermal Physics for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
4 longer answer questions, 40 multiple choice questions, 2 sets of notes and 2 sets of flashcards.
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Unit 1 - IB DP Physics
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 1 - measurement and uncertainties for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
6 longer answer questions, 60 multiple choice questions, 3 sets of notes and 3 sets of flashcards.
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This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 2 - Mechanics for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
8 longer answer questions, 80 multiple choice questions, 4 sets of notes and 4 sets of flashcards.
I poured long hours into making this offering the highest quality possible and all original works. I hope you enjoy using this material, getting to an even higher level for IB DP Physics!
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Unit 4 - IB DP Physics
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 4 - Waves for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
10 longer answer questions, 100 multiple choice questions, 5 sets of notes and 5 sets of flashcards.
I poured long hours into making this offering the highest quality possible and all original works. I hope you enjoy using this material, getting to an even higher level for IB DP Physics!
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This is an IB MYP - Food and energy related unit - which is ideal for relating biology and chemistry in a holistic way by considering the concepts of food and energy. This unit relates food as energy, endo- and exothermic reactions, kinetic energy, growth, a balanced diet and dietary deficiencies.
It an overview for a unit that should run for approximately 18 lessons (assuming 2 lessons a week).
If instead you are looking for an MYP unit planner which is for young students in MYP and would be an ideal first unit for their science, then consider: Nature of Science - introductory unit plan.
If rather for younger students you want to integrate both mathematics and STEM, then you might consider: MYP Artifical limb unit.
For older MYP students, then I would suggest The NGSS related - Zero impact (sustainable housing) or for an Interdisciplinary unit - the Electricity / lightning MYP STEM IDU.
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Unit 5 - IB DP Physics
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 5 - Electricity and Magnetism for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
8 longer answer questions, 80 multiple choice questions, 4 sets of notes and 4 sets of flashcards.
I poured long hours into making this offering the highest quality possible and all original works. I hope you enjoy using this material, getting to an even higher level for IB DP Physics!
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Unit 6 - IB DP Physics
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 6 - Circular motion and Gravitation for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
4 longer answer questions, 40 multiple choice questions, 2 sets of notes and 2 sets of flashcards.
I poured long hours into making this offering the highest quality possible and all original works. I hope you enjoy using this material, getting to an even higher level for IB DP Physics!
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Key Stage 3 aligned Biology syllabus - 238 questions.
This resource contains a syllabus document to explain what questions, which topics and the number of questions per topic. This includes three-introduction questions per sub-topic. The questions are a mixture of multiple-choice, short-answer, multi-choice multi-answer and long-answer questions.
EACH SUB-TOPIC has its own word document with answers, a word document without answers (student version) and a powerpoint with answers that helps with the use and functionality of this offering.
EACH QUESTION: Comes with clear amount of marks, a difficulty rating (easy, medium or hard), the stated question type including clear instructions and the solution along with explanation of marks assigned.
The syllabus and layout is as follows:
Topic 1: Structure and function of living organisms (60 questions)
Topic 1.1: Cells and organisation - 31 questions - 8 extension questions (39 total)
Topic 1.2: Plants - 19 questions - 2 extension questions (21 total)
Topic 2: Human structure and function (93 questions)
Topic 2.1: The skeletal and muscular systems - 15 questions
Topic 2.2: Nutrition and digestion - 29 questions
Topic 2.3: Gas exchange systems - 12 questions
Topic 2.4: Reproduction - 28 questions - 2 extension questions (30 total)
Topic 2.5: Health - 7 questions
Topic 3: Material cycles and energy (34 questions)
Topic 3.1: Photosynthesis - 13 questions - 2 extension questions (15 total)
Topic 3.2: Cellular respiration - 17 questions - 2 extension questions (19 total)
Topic 4: Interactions and interdependencies (15 total)
Topic 4.1: Relationships in an ecosystem - 13 questions - 2 extension questions (15 total)
Topic 5: Genetics and evolution (36 total)
Topic 5.1: Inheritance, chromosomes, DNA and genes - 19 questions - 2 extension questions (21 total)
Topic 5.2: Evolution and variation - 13 questions - 2 extension questions (15 total)
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Key Stage 3 aligned Chemistry syllabus - 202 questions.
This resource contains a syllabus document to explain what questions, which topics and the number of questions per topic. This includes three-introduction questions per sub-topic. The questions are a mixture of multiple-choice, short-answer, multi-choice multi-answer and long-answer questions.
EACH SUB-TOPIC has its own word document with answers, a word document without answers (student version) and a powerpoint with answers that helps with the use and functionality of this offering.
EACH QUESTION: Comes with clear amount of marks, a difficulty rating (easy, medium or hard), the stated question type including clear instructions and the solution along with explanation of marks assigned.
The syllabus and layout is as follows:
Topic 1: Matter (55 questions)
Topic 1.1: The particulate nature of matter - 11 questions
Topic 1.2: Atoms, elements and compounds - 19 questions - 4 extension questions (23 total)
Topic 1.3: Pure and impure substances - 19 questions - 2 extension questions (21 total)
Topic 2: Chemical reactions (61 questions)
Topic 2.1: Matter and representing chemical reactions - 15 questions - 2 extension questions (17 total)
Topic 2.2: Types of Chemical reactions - 27 questions - 2 extension questions (29 total)
Topic 2.3: Energetics - 11 questions - 4 extension questions (15 total)
Topic 3: Material and elemental properties (56 questions)
Topic 3.1: The Periodic Table - 35 questions
Topic 3.2: Materials - 19 questions - 2 extension questions (21 total)
Topic 4: Earth and atmosphere (30 total)
Topic 4.1: The Earth - 15 questions
Topic 4.2: The Atmosphere - 15 questions
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Unit 7 - IB DP Physics
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 7 - Atomic, Nuclear and Particle physics for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
6 longer answer questions, 60 multiple choice questions, 3 sets of notes and 3 sets of flashcards.
I poured long hours into making this offering the highest quality possible and all original works. I hope you enjoy using this material, getting to an even higher level for IB DP Physics!
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Unit 8 - IB DP Physics
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points of topic 8 - Energy Production for IB DP Physics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall:
4 longer answer questions, 40 multiple choice questions, 2 sets of notes and 2 sets of flashcards.
I poured long hours into making this offering the highest quality possible and all original works. I hope you enjoy using this material, getting to an even higher level for IB DP Physics!
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Units 1 to 8 - IB DP Physics SL materials
This set of materials includes original material that has been developed for revision on all critical points for IB DP Physics standard level topics.
This includes for each sub-topic:
A set of flashcards in Microsoft word and PowerPoint formats.
A set of 20 multiple choice questions, both with and without answers
A set of 2 longer-style paper 2 questions with multiple parts, both with and without answers
A set of notes in Microsoft word format
Therefore this contains overall - 25 subtopics worth of content!
THIS IS HUGE AND GREAT FOR REVISION / PRACTICE.
50 longer answer questions, 500 multiple choice questions, 25 sets of notes and 25 sets of flashcards.
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Key Stage 3 aligned Chemistry syllabus - 335 questions.
This resource contains a syllabus document to explain what questions, which topics and the number of questions per topic. This includes three-introduction questions per sub-topic. The questions are a mixture of multiple-choice, short-answer, multi-choice multi-answer and long-answer questions.
EACH SUB-TOPIC has its own word document with answers, a word document without answers (student version) and a powerpoint with answers that helps with the use and functionality of this offering.
EACH QUESTION: Comes with clear amount of marks, a difficulty rating (easy, medium or hard), the stated question type including clear instructions and the solution along with explanation of marks assigned.
The syllabus and layout is as follows:
Topic 1: Energy (59 questions)
Topic 1.1: Calculation of fuel uses and costs in the domestic context - 19 questions - 2 extension questions (21 total)
Topic 1.2: Energy changes and transfers - 19 questions - 4 extension questions (23 total)
Topic 1.3: Changes in systems - 15 questions
Topic 2: Motion and Forces (77 questions)
Topic 2.1: Describing Motion - 14 questions - 8 extension questions (22 total)
Topic 2.2: Forces - 35 questions
Topic 2.3: Balanced forces / Forces and Motion - 9 questions
Topic 2.4: Pressure in fluids - 11 questions
Topic 3: Waves (55 questions)
Topic 3.1: Observed waves - Energy and waves - 9 questions - 2 extension questions (11 total)
Topic 3.2: Sound waves - 11 questions
Topic 3.3: Light waves - 27 questions - 6 extension questions (33 total)
Topic 4: Electricity and Electromagnetism (63 total)
Topic 4.1: Current Electricity - 17 questions - 10 extension questions (27 total)
Topic 4.2: Static Electricity - 11 questions - 2 extension questions (13 total)
Topic 4.3: Magnetism - 19 questions - 4 extension questions (23 total)
Topic 5: Matter (36 total)
Topic 5.1: Physical changes - 23 questions
Topic 5.2: Particle model and energy in matter - 11 questions - 2 extension questions (13 total)
Topic 6: Space Physics (21 total)
Topic 6.1: Space Physics - 17 questions - 4 extension questions (21 total)
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This resource contains a syllabus document to explain what questions, which topics and the number of questions per topic. This includes three-introduction questions per sub-topic. The questions are a mixture of multiple-choice, short-answer, multi-choice multi-answer and long-answer questions.
EACH SUBJECT has its own set of sub-topics.
EACH SUB-TOPIC has its own word document with answers, a word document without answers (student version) and a powerpoint with answers that helps with the use and functionality of this offering.
EACH QUESTION: Comes with clear amount of marks, a difficulty rating (easy, medium or hard), the stated question type including clear instructions and the solution along with explanation of marks assigned.
The syllabus and layout is as follows:
BIOLOGY (238 questions)
Topic 1: Structure and function of living organisms (60 questions)
Topic 2: Human structure and function (93 questions)
Topic 3: Material cycles and energy (34 questions)
Topic 4: Interactions and interdependencies (15 total)
Topic 5: Genetics and evolution (36 total)
CHEMISTRY (202 questions)
Topic 1: Matter (55 questions)
Topic 2: Chemical reactions (61 questions)
Topic 3: Material and elemental properties (56 questions)
Topic 4: Earth and atmosphere (30 total)
PHYSICS (335 total questions)
Topic 1: Energy (59 questions)
Topic 2: Motion and Forces (77 questions)
Topic 3: Waves (55 questions)
Topic 4: Electricity and Electromagnetism (63 total)
Topic 5: Matter (36 total)
Topic 6: Space Physics (21 total)
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Physics Formulas and Units quiz IGCSE science - This product includes a full set of 31 multiple choice questions about physics formulas and units. There is a version that asks students the answers in worded form and a full version using the symbols for units / formulas.
Both forms come with a set of answers for the teacher, easily highlighted in green to share with students or to mark themselves.
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