I am a teacher of all 3 sciences specialising in Biology A-level. Here in my shop you will find a mixture of full work units and revision lessons- usually bundled together ready to deliver and use in the classroom.
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I am a teacher of all 3 sciences specialising in Biology A-level. Here in my shop you will find a mixture of full work units and revision lessons- usually bundled together ready to deliver and use in the classroom.
Please leave a review to help support the shop
Contains 2 big powerpoints and revision materials covering the entirity of AQA topic 8 for A level biolgy
Mutations and the effect on protein structure (3.8.1)
Stem cells and totipotency (3.8.2)
Control of Gene expression (3.8.2)
Epigenetics (3.8.2)
Translation and Transcription regulation (3.8.2)
Gene expression in cancer (3.8.2)
Gene sequencing technologies (3.8.3)
Gene technologies (3.8.4)- including making DNA fragments, recombinant DNA technology, PCR, Genetic fingerprinting
Over 250 slides, with exam question packs and embedded practice question
Also includes 25 marker model essay for ‘Describe the significance of DNA as an information storage molecule and its use in gene technologies’
Contains a model essay of the 25 marker for AQAs Paper 3 exam - the question chosen ’ Discuss the importance of DNA as an information carrying molecule and in gene technologies’- Includes 6 model paragraphs (students only need 4, but I have included alternatives)
Resource contains full unit of work with lessons on all topics under 3.8.2 on the AQA biology A-level specification
Lessons included:
GENE MUTATIONS (LINKS BACK TO Y12)
STEM CELLS AND TOTIPOTENCY
REGULATION OF TRANSCRIPTION AND TRANSLATION
EPIGENETIC CONTROL OF GENE EXPRESSION
GENE EXPRESSION AND CANCER
GENOME PROJECTS
There are also exam questions embedded within each lesson and packs attached to aid student practice in the unit
This resource contains 2 big ppt’s covering all of 3.4.1-3.4.3 on the AQA A-level Biology specification in the following lessons
1- Genes and the genetic code
2- Chromosome structure
3- mRNA and tRNA
4- Transcription
5- Translation
All lessons have exam questions linked to relevant spec points
This resource contains the full unit of lessons for '3.3.2 Gas exchange from the AQA A-level specification
Lessons included within the resource (ALL in one powerpoint)
The Importance and Characteristics of Exchange Surfaces
Gas Exchange in Simple Organisms
Gas Exchange in Insects
Gas Exchange in Plants
Gas Exchange in Fish
Gas Exchange in Humans
There is also a pack of exam questions and mark schemes, alongside past exam questions embedded in lessons to aid student revision
Contains a differentiated revision mat for AQA biology’s 4.3 ‘Infection and response’
Starting with simple retrieval questions on Pathogens such as Bacteria, fungi, protists and viruses working through human defence mechanisms, vaccines and the timeline for clinical trials
Contains a differentiated revision mat covering all the key principles in ‘Principles of organisation’ 4.2 on GCSE Biology for the AQA specification
Students work up from the bottom where there are simple retrieval questions on cells, tissues,organs and organ systems and then progress through more complex questions where they begin linking structure to function in the blood vessels, as well as answering questions related to the required practicals on enzymes and digestion within this unit. Also questions based on Coronary heart diseases and its treatment are within
Mark schemes are provided within the powerpoint to allow for full self assessment
Contains a differentiated worksheet in the style of a Nandos menu covering all of AQA biology’s ‘Bioenergetics’ with answers on the powerpoint to act as a tool for students to self assess their work
Contains lessons and exam questions corresponding to the entiritiy of topic 6 on the AQA A-level Biology specification
Over 200 slides of lesson ppt and multiple exam questions corresponding to the topics taught
Resource contains full unit of work corresponding to 3.5.2 Respiration on the AQA Biology specification. These lessons are placed sequentially in one easy to find powerpoint with regualar questioning built in and exam questions present, making the resource suitable to both face to face and online teaching.
Lessons inlcuded are:
Lesson 1- Glycolysis
Lesson 2- Link reaction and the Krebs Cycle
Lesson 3- Oxidative Phosphorylation
Lesson 4- Anaerobic respiration
I have also included an exam question booklet to aid students revision alongside those embedded within lessons as AFL
Contains a full Unit of work , lesson powerpoints and revision questions covering all topics within the spec point 3.4.6 Homeostasis for the AQA Biology specification.
Lessons included within this pack are:
L1- Principles of Homeostasis and negative feedback
L2- Blood sugar control - with reference to Insulin, Glucagon and Adrenaline and the second messenger model. Also includes diabetes and relevant application based exam questions
L3-The Kidney Structure and Nephron structure
L4-Ultrafiltration, Selective reabsorption and the Loope of Henle
L5- The role of hormones (ADH) in osmoregulation
Exam question packs are also included to accompany lesson materials
Includes all lessons relevant to 3.4.6 and 3.4.7 Biodiversity on the AQA A-level Biology specificaiton with the following lessons included for the full Unit of work:
Species and taxonomy
Binomial classification
Phylogenetic relationships and genetic diversity between species
Species diversity Index
Investigating Diversity
Revision lesson focussing on exam technique for sampling questions and application to many different examples
Exam question packs to accompany lessons
A complete Unit of work covering 3.8.4 from AQA Biology’s A-level Specification
Lessons included are as follows:
Recomibant DNA technologies - how are DNA fragments produced? (restriction endonucleases, gene machines and cDNA)
Cloning DNA in vitro or in vivo
PCR
DNA probes and their use in diagnostics
DNA fingerprinting
Exam question packs are also included to accompany lessons and allow additional practice for students
Contains compelte blocks of lessons on Nervous coordination with the following lessons within:
-Coordination in animals and plants (taxes, kinesis and plant tropisms)
-Reflex arcs
Receptors - including rods and cones in the eye and the pacinian corpuscle
The control of heart rate by autonomic nervous system
Structure of myelinated neurons
Action potentials and resting potentials
Cholinergic Synapses and their features
How drugs affect synapses
Sliding filament model of muscle contraction
Events at neuromuscular junction
Also there are exam questions within lessons and on separate packs to accompany lessons
Contains a full sequence of lessons on Photosynthesis as detailed in 3.5.1 of the AQA A-level Biology specification. Includes a multitude of exam questions for student practice and ensured success
Lessons in order:
Overview of Photosynthesis/Structure of the leaf review
Light Dependent Reaction
Light Independent reaction
Factors affecting rate of photosynthesis
Resource Includes
Block of lessons on eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell structure with reference to all functions of orgnalles and differences between them
Cell fractionation
Microscopy practice and the differences between light and electron microscopes
Revision lesson on microscopy and exam questions to practice the unit
Mass Transport Lesson PPTS for the Teaching of AQA A-Level BIOLOGY covering spec points 3.3.4.1 and 3.3.4.2 - Mass transport in animals and plants
Includes recap of related gcse content along the way and writing tasks embdedded
Lessons:
Haemoglobin and its dissociation
Cardiac cycle
Blood vessels and Heart
Cohesion Tension Theory and evidence
Mass flow theory
BONUS- Revision Lesson with lots of PEQ’s and recap
In Line with the current AQA specification for Biology B4.5 Homeostasis and Control
Complete revision mats, which when completed can act as knowledge organisers- including key word fillers, written questions and exam question practice on the mats- a great revision tool.
In keeping with AQA combined science new spec, suitable for higher and foundation students, this resource covers the methods of barrier and non-barrier contraception needed for exam success.
Contains:
Information Slides for students to work through Independently
Scaffolded table to pick out key notes
Practice Questions to Master Knowledge with model answers to self/peer assess
Links to other areas within the Unit 4.5
A Big powerpoint covering Humans as organisms- the following lessons are included
-The skeletal system- bone marrow and functions of skeleton
Muscles and tendonds- chickn wing dissection
Leukaemia
-The reproductive systems- male and female
Fertilisation and Implantation
Gestation
Labour and Birth
