GCSE Gateway Science Suite - Physics A (9-1) - J249

Planning and teaching

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Specification clarification summary Following the ongoing review of our qualifications and feedback from teachers about the depth and breadth of some of the specification statements in GCSE Physics A, we have added the following clarifications to particular specification statements, as detailed in this resource. Please use this resource in conjunction with the specification. PDF 97KB
Annual planning for Gateway Sciences This resource provides suggested models for teaching single sciences and combined sciences over 2, 2½ and 3 years. A tool is included to modify these models to fit your centre's curriculum plan. XLSX 329KB
P2: outline scheme of work This resource provides planning guidance with suggested teaching times for the topics within the specification, along with a sample scheme of work for the specified topic. DOCX 459KB

STEM contributors - Physics This spreadsheet will signpost some opportunities to highlight some diverse STEM contributors, making links between their work and the specification. XLSX 121KB
Forces and motion This guide will help teachers plan for and teach forces and motion by giving guidance on key concepts and suggesting classroom activities. PDF 532KB

Language of measurement in context - Physics

The purpose of this exemplar investigation is to illustrate the use of the language of measurement terms in the context. DOCX 864KB
Electromagnetic spectrum - Lesson element DOC 811KB
How to answer 6 mark LOR - Physics 1 Activity This activity is designed to 'unpick' how to tackle 6 mark LOR questions. DOCX 809KB

Purposeful practicals overview J247/ J248/ J249/J250 - A refreshed approach to practicals delivery PDF 1MB
Purposeful practicals menu guide J247/ J248/ J249/J250 - Deliver your practicals with purpose PDF 2MB
Integrated instructions J249 - Determining density of a liquid PDF 199KB
Purposeful practicals pack J249 - Determining density of a liquid DOCX 1MB
Integrated instructions J249 - Determining density of a regular solid PDF 179KB
Purposeful practicals pack J249 - Determining density of a regular solid DOCX 1MB
Integrated instructions J249 - Determining density of an irregular solid PDF 190KB
Purposeful practicals pack J249 - Determining density of an irregular solid DOCX 738KB
Example set of practicals
Practical skills booklet - Student booklet
Student laboratory booklet containing instructions for carrying out the selected activities which cover all of the skills for GCSE Combined Science. DOCX 3MB
Practical skills booklet - Student extension tasks Practical skills booklet - Student extension tasks DOCX 322KB
Practical support guide A list of practical activities and resources suitable for each PAG. Very helpful for revision work and where practical activities are not possible. DOCX 158KB

Mathematical skills This mathematical skills handbook is designed to accompany the GCSE (9-1) Gateway and Twenty First Century Science specifications for teaching from September 2016. PDF 2MB

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