A comprehensive double lesson which will teach students about DNA structure and DNA replication.
Contains support slides to aid learners.
Differentiated tasks in order to meet the needs of different learners.
Learning objective: Evaluate the roles of enzymes in DNA replication
Success criteria:
I can identify the components of nucleotides.
I can describe the structure of DNA and RNA
I can compare the structure of DNA and RNA
I can identify the enzymes and proteins present during DNA replication.
I can describe the process of DNA replication.
I can explain what is meant by the semi conservative hypothesis.
Contains 18 slides and a lesson plan
I used this resource to teach the Pearson international BTEC unit 14A genetics course.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about the structure of a nucleotide and how these form DNA and RNA. This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: To construct models of DNA and RNA with reference to the nucleotide structure and 5’ to 3’ prime anti parallel strand.
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
I can identify the components of a nucleotide.
I can describe the structure of DNA and RNA.
I can compare DNA and RNA.
Powerpoint contains 14 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about DNA replication, the enzymes responsible and how the semi-conservative hypothesis supports this. This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: Evaluate the roles of enzymes in DNA replication
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
I can identify the enzymes and proteins present during DNA replication.
I can describe the process of DNA replication.
I can explain what is meant by the semi conservative hypothesis.
Powerpoint contains 10 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about the properties of water which make it essential for life. This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: Explore the properties of water and the role of inorganic ions in biology.
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success Criteria:
Explain water’s role as a solvent.
Describe hydrogen bonding in water.
Explain the functions of inorganic ions.
Powerpoint contains 26 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about the structure of amino acids and how these form proteins from primary to quaternary structure… This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: To evaluate the use of side groups in forming protein structure.
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
I can identify where proteins are found and how they are used in the body.
I can describe the different structures of protein
I can explain why a lack of proteins in the body can lead to disorders.
Powerpoint contains 20 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about biological molecules - carbohydrates. This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level Biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: To understand the structure and function of Carbohydrates
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
I can identify where carbohyrates are found and their structure.
I can describe how some carbohydrates are different to each other.
I can Explain why carbohydrates are needed by the body.
Powerpoint contains 19 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students biological molecules - lipids. This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: To evaluate the uses of triglycerides and phospholipids in the body
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
I can identify the components of lipids.
I can create a model to show the structure of triglycerides…
I can justify how the structure of phospholipids allows for it to complete its function.
Powerpoint contains 12 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about the induced fit model for enzymes and how temperature, pH, substrate concentration and enzyme concentration affect the activity. This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: To evaluate how temperature, pH and inhibitors affect the activity of the induced fit model of enzymes.
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
SC1: To describe the induced fit model for enzymes.
SC2: To explain why temperature and pH affect enzyme action.
SC3: To compare the effect of competitive and non-competitive inhibitors on enzyme action.
Powerpoint contains 15 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A comprehensive lesson which teaches students about the role of ATP in the body. This lesson was designed to fit needs of the AQA a-level biology course
Tasks are differentiated to suit the needs of each learner.
Learning objective: To investigate the mechanism of ATP as a mode of energy delivery.
By the end of the lesson learners should be able to:
Success criteria:
SC1: I can describe the structure of ATP.
SC2: I can explain the use of ATP as an energy source.
SC3: I can justify the need for ATP in the body.
Powerpoint contains 16 slides.
Contains past paper questions that target this topic, some questions require knowledge from prior lessons.
A series of 3 lessons which teach students the principles of industrial fermentation.
**Lesson 1: Bacteria and yoghurt **
Learning objective: Evaluate the conditions needed for bacteria to thrive and produce insulin / yoghurt.
Success criteria:
Identify the steps of yogurt production.
Describe the role of bacteria in fermentation.
Evaluate the use of industrial fermenters.
21 slides.
Lesson 2: Yeast and bread
Learning objective: Explain why yeast is used in the process of manufacturing bread.
Success criteria:
Identify the equation for fermentation.
Describe how bread is made.
Explain why people don’t become drunk from eating bread…
8 slides
Lesson 3: practical investigation
Learning objective: Analyse how factors affect the growth of yeast and justify your conclusions.
Success criteria:
I can identify independent and dependent variables.
I can describe control variables that will impact the investigation.
I can evaluate how temperature affects growth.
23 slides
Each activity offered is differentiated and each lesson includes progress checks.
Past paper questions are also included to ensure adequate challenge is set to students.
Content was made for iGCSE students for edexcel 9-1 combined science.
A fast paced escape room containing 12 different challenges! - set at 5 minute intervals will easily fill your entire lesson with the students working to crack the code.
Each challenge is set at 3 different levels - these can be switched as needed for any challenge i.e. if you’ve covered the periodic table recently you might want your class to attempt the level 2 or 3 version of the challenge.
The challenges cover topics such as:
The Periodic Table,
Acids and Alkalis,
Circuits,
Motion graphs (Distance-time and Velocity-time),
Food tests,
Animal and plant cells,
Food chains / webs,
Radioactivity Half-life,
Reflection - pathway of light through many mirrors.
Separating techniques - filtration, crystallisation and distillation.
Moments / Turning forces
DNA triplet code reading
Slides can be printed to give out to students or projected on the board - not necessary to print.
An answer sheet for each student can also be printed.
The final slide contains the correct answers in the correct order.
A collection of resources for the Pearsons BTEC Applied science unit 8 Assignment B. The slides contain all information needed for students to reach a distinction standard.
Content included (26 slides):
Anatomic diagram of lymphatic system
Bone marrow
Appendix and adenoids
Spleen
Thymus
Lymph vessels
Lymph nodes
Lymph transport
Absorption of fats into the lacteal
Videos included for lymphatic disorders: (students can watch and make notes)
Lymphadenitis, Lymphedema and Hodgkin’s lymphoma
Created for the Applied Science iBTEC level 3 course international. Unit 14: Genetics and Genetic engineering. B: Explore how the process of cell division in eukaryotic cells contributes to genetic variation
The resource contains:
A powerpoint slideshow containing 67 slides - contains a slideshow animaton for mitosis to support understanding, videos and checkpoints where students can add to their coursework.
A brief accompanied with a writing frame underneath for students to implement their ideas.
An observation record sheet which just needs their names added for convenience.
An assessment record sheet, fitted with the details needed for 14B.
Tasks are differentitated to meet the needs of learners.
A collection of 3 posters that summarises the content needed for unit 1 Biology Applied Science Pearsons Edexcel level 3.
The following concepts are covered:
Cell theory,
Ultrastructure of cells,
Prokaryotic cells and Gram stain technique,
Specialised cells,
Epithelial tissue,
Muscle tissue,
Nervous tissue,
Nerve impulses,
Electrocardiogram graphs of the heart.
The revision poster includes blank versions and answer keys.
A bundle of resources created for BTEC Applied Science Level 3 nationals. Unit 9 Assignment A.
Contains a writing frame to aid students reach the distinction standard.
A bundle covering aspects of the Earth topic of Chemistry:
Lesson 1: Structure of the Earth,
Lesson 2: Formation of sedimentary rocks,
Lesson 3: Igneous and metamorphic rock formation,
Lesson 4: The rock cycle and uplift,
Lesson 5: Carbon cycle lesson,
Lesson 6: The greenhouse effect, global warming and climate change,
Lesson 7: Recycling.
All lessons include scaffolded questions to ensure all learners can access the material.