A comprehensive workbook covering studies using animal models for the 4 required elements: Genetics Hormones/Pheromones Neurotransmitters Neuroplasticity Opportunity for students to generate their own evaluation points.

A summary of all the key points relating to the endcrine system, glands and hormones. The PPT is designed to go through with students to check understanding following a flipped learning activity set the prior lesson. Contains worked examples of exam questions.

A planning document for students to map their content knowledge according to research methods and ethical considerations. Partially completed for scaffolded thinking. This will help them plan for how to use their research knowledge in an RM or Ethics focused exam question.

Detailed information sheet with associated creative group work task instructions.

Teacher version of student worksheet - fully adaptable. Contains explanations, research, evaluation ideas.

A comprehensive, adaptable worksheet explaining how agonists and antogonists work, including detail of a large scale NIMH research study with thorough evaluation. Evaluation of the use of agonists (SSRIs) to treat depression is used as an example. The resources is adaptable for use as you choose.

Teacher written model answer, for use as an exam technique aid

Comprehensive workbook introducing key theories, concepts, research and evaluation with regard to: Evolution Genetics The Structure of the Brain Neurotransmitters Fully adaptable for use with students

Designed to accompany Nervous System PPT, this workbook allows students to interact with the heavy biological content being taught.

PPT covering: Definition of localisation Function of each lobe (motor and sensorimotor cortex) Broca and Wenicke’s area Videos embedded

PPT Covering: Cenrtal NS, Peripheral NS, Somatic NS, Autonomic NS Designed to accompany student workbook (seperate upload)

Completed teacher worksheet explaining: Sensory, Motor Relay neurons The structure of a neuron Synaptic transmission Excitation and Inhibition Synaptic reuptake

A detailed PPT explaining the function of the endocrine system and examining the effects of oxytocin on trust. Theory, research, application and evaluation all included. A good summary of the Baumgartner research can be found on InThinking website

An interactive PPT covering types of neuroplasticty, key terms, research detail and application, evaluation. Videos embedded + opportunities for independent research

For A Level or IB psychology Genetics (The Biological Approach) Interactive adaptable PowerPoint explaining the concept of genetic inheritence, kin, twin and adoption studies as evidence and opportunity for students to apply the findings of Caspi’s study to a discussion of the influence of genetics on depression. It also briefly introduces the concept of epigenetics. Students can engage in a kinasthetic activity to place post it notes on the continuums to start the conversation about genetic influence. The research table also provides the opportunity for them to work out what you would need to see in the results of each type of study in order to determine genetic influence.

An adaptable student worksheet covering: the structure and function of a neuron synaptic transmission synaptic reuptake excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters

Exam Technique resource - IB essay writing A colour coded thorough essay/essay plan highlighting: Knowledge and Understanding Use of Research Evaluation (research based) Evaluation (bigger picture) Students should see a relative balance between all 4 colours to ensure they are thoroughly covering each component. NB - research detail not provided as this is simply factual information

Simple outline of research studies - students should be able to work backwards from the findings to infer the relevant explanations.

Colour coded model essay plan to highlight the difference between Knowledge and Understanding Use of research Methodological evaluation Bigger picture evaluation

Completed colour matching evaluation activity for Social Cognitive Theory (adaptable for student use)