Steph H's Psychology Shop - for AQA A Level and IB
I have been Head of Psychology for 17 years, working in both the UK and in Singapore, in one of the top 15 IB schools in the world, consistently achieving excellent A Level and IB results.
My strength has always been the ability to break complex ideas down into easily digestible and understandable explanations, amalgamating the 'best bits' from a wide range of source material. My resources reflect this and contain the most relevant and simple to apply explanations, studies and evaluation.
I have been Head of Psychology for 17 years, working in both the UK and in Singapore, in one of the top 15 IB schools in the world, consistently achieving excellent A Level and IB results.
My strength has always been the ability to break complex ideas down into easily digestible and understandable explanations, amalgamating the 'best bits' from a wide range of source material. My resources reflect this and contain the most relevant and simple to apply explanations, studies and evaluation.
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 worksheet covering evolution and evolutionary explanations focusing on the example of sexual selection.
Contains sufficient detail and information for the teacher, can be adapted easily for student use.
Relevant to IB and AQA A level
A collection of worksheets, PPTs and Revision/Assessment guides
All fully adaptable for your needs, covering theory, research and evaluation.
Saving of over 20% compared to purchasing individually.
Bundle Includes:
Relationship Formation
Biological Explanations (evolution)
Cognitive Explanations (Matching Hyp and Similarity Attraction)
Sociocultural Explanations (Proximity and Culture)
Role of Communication
Self Disclosure Theory
Attribution Theory
The difference in virtual relationships
Relationship Change or End
The 4 Horsemen (links to the role of communication)
Equity Theory
Model (teacher written) answers
Contrast two theories of relationship formation
This pack sets you up well for teaching the Biological Approach.
Materials are available for each required subject heading and material has been amalgamated from a large range of sources, selecting the ‘best’ options for explanation and application.
All materials are adaptable (word or PPT format)
25% cheaper than buying individually!
Contains:
Genetics:
Interactive PPT - genotype, phenotype, types of research testing for genetic influence, epigenetics
Evolution:
Worksheet - sexual selection theory, research and evaluation
Neurotransmission:
Worksheet - Structure and function of a neuron, synaptic transmission, synaptic re-uptake, excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters
Worksheet - agonist and antagonists - explanation, research (SSRIs), evaluation
Study sheet (excitatory, inhibitory neurotransmitters, gonist and antagonist drugs)
Hormones + Pheromones
PPT - Hormones - explanation of endocrine system, research (oxytocin), application of findings
Pheromones information sheet - what they are, the problems with pheromone based explanations, research + creative task instructions
Plasticity
Interactive PPT - types of neuroplasticty, key terms, research detail and application, evaluation. Videos embedded.
**Higher Level Extenstion: Use of Animals **
Animal Models worksheeet - explanation of the concept of animal models in research. Details of studies covering the required topic headings of Genetics, neurotransmission, hormones & pheromones, neurortransmission, plasticity
PPT - the ethics of using animals in research
Sample Essays - Teacher written
To what extent do genes influence behaviour
Discuss Neuroplasticity
Discuss ethical considerations of biological research into the relationship between the brain and behaviour
Research Methods and Ethics
Planning document for students to map their content knowledge from an RM and Ethics perspective- partially completed for scaffolded thinking.
Helps prepare for RM or Ethics SAQ / ERQ
