GCSE Twenty First Century Science Suite - Physics B (9-1) - J259

Planning and teaching

Full planning and teaching materials are now only available on Teach Cambridge. Examples are shown below.

P1: outline scheme of work J259 J260 - 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 169KB
P4: outline scheme of work J259 J260 - 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 171KB
Annual planning for Twenty First Century 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 164KB

STEM contributors - Physics This spreadsheet will signpost some opportunities to highlight some diverse STEM contributors, making links between their work and the specification. XLSX 131KB
Radiation and waves This guide will help teachers plan for and teach 'Radiation and waves' by giving guidance on key concepts and suggesting classroom activities. PDF 1MB
Radiation and waves student resource This resource should be used in conjunction with the 'Radiation and waves' delivery guide. DOC 929KB

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 2 Activity This activity is designed to 'unpick' how to tackle 6 mark LOR questions. DOCX 809KB

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

Delivery guides

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