OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Changing Population Characteristics. This is one of eight lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.2 Classification and Evolution.
Specification points: 4.2.2 (h) and (i)
Objectives for this lesson:
Recall how antibiotic resistance develops.
Describe the mechanisms by which natural selection can affect the characteristics of a population over time.
Explain how evolution in some species has implications for human populations.
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This bundle includes complete lessons for the whole of the 4.2.2 Classification and Evolution topic covering all specification points (but can also be used for other exam boards). It is 8 lessons with all answers provided. I have also created a workbook that has space to use during lessons and exam question practice for each lesson.
The lessons are laid out with clear learning objectives and tasks throughout. Key definitions and exam tips are also clear to see on slides.
The lessons are:
Classification
Kingdoms and Domains
Phylogeny
Evidence for Evolution
Types of Variation
Variation and Statistics
Adaptations
Changing Population Characteristics
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This includes all of the lessons, with answers for ALL of the questions on the slides. It also comes with an complete workbook that includes exam questions for each lesson and answers to go with these questions.
Included:
1 + 2) Pathogens & Modes of Transmission
3) Plant Defences
4) Primary Defences and Phagocytes
5) The Non-Specific Immune Response & Blood Smear PAG
6 + 7) The Specific Immune Response
8) Primary And Secondary Infection
9) Immunity
10) Vaccinations & Herd Immunity
11) Autoimmune Diseases
12) Antibiotics
13) New Medicines
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Workbook to go with lessons and ANSWERS
BONUS CONTENT: Marking rubric for student presentations for Lesson 2.
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This includes all of the lessons, with answers for ALL of the questions on the slides. It also comes with an complete workbook that includes exam questions for each lesson and answers to go with these questions.
Included:
Microscopy
Drawing Skills
Magnification and Calibration
PAG 1 Microscopy
Eukaryotic Cell Structure
Organelles Working Together
Prokaryotic Cell Differences
Also included:
Workbook to go with lessons and ANSWERS (BONUS CONTENT: I have also included a Topic Checklist with web links to other resources and activities for to support student independent learning.)
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OCR A Level Biology A lessons on The Specific Immune Response. This is two of thirteen lessons to meet the specification points for 4.1.1 Communicable Diseases, disease prevention and the immune system.
Specification points: 4.1.1 (f, h, i)
Objectives for first lesson on cell mediated response:
• List the cells involved in the specific immune response.
• Describe the roles of B and T lymphocytes.
• Explain the main stages of the specific immune response.
Objectives for second lesson on humoral response:
• Recall the role of antibodies.
• Outline the action of opsonins, agglutinins and anti-toxins.
• Explain the structure and function of antibodies.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Adaptations. This is one of eight lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.2 Classification and Evolution.
Specification points: 4.2.2 (g)
Objectives for this lesson:
Define adaptation.
Know the different adaptations of organisms to their environment.
Explain why organisms from different taxonomic groups may show similar anatomical features.
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Lessons cover all of specification points for OCR A Level Biology A, but could also be used for other specifications. This bundle includes complete lessons, a workbook to go with the lessons containing exam questions as well and answers for everything!
Lessons include:
Role & Molecular Structure of Enzymes
Theories of Enzyme Action
The Effect of pH & Temperature on Enzyme Action
PAG 4.3 Rates of Enzyme Controlled Reactions - Temperature
The Effect of Substrate and Enzyme concentrations on Rate of Reaction
PAG 4 Rates of Enzyme Controlled Reactions – Substrate Concentration
Enzyme Inhibitors
Additional Factors in Enzyme Action
Workbook, answers and Exam Question Mark scheme also included.
OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Transcription and Translation. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.3 Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids.
Objectives for this lesson:
Describe the roles of mRNA, tRNA and rRNA.
Describe the processes of transcription and translation.
Explain how polypeptides are synthesised through transcription and translation of genes.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on ECG Traces. This is one of ten lessons to meet the specification points for 3.1.2 Transport in Animals.
Specification points: 3.1.2 (h)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Describe how ECGs can be used.
• Calculate heart rate using an ECG trace.
• Interpret ECG traces of both normal and abnormal heart activity.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on New Medicines. This is one of thirteen lessons to meet the specification points for 4.1.1 Communicable Diseases, disease prevention and the immune system.
Specification points: 4.1.1 (m)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Describe possible sources of medicines.
• Explain the connection between maintaining biodiversity and sources of medicines.
• Understand the potential for personalised medicines and synthetic biology.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Conservation of Biodiversity. This is one of nine lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.1 Biodiversity.
Specification points: 4.2.1 (h) ands (i)
Objectives for this lesson:
Define conservation.
Describe in situ and ex situ methods of maintaining biodiversity.
Explain how international and local conservation agreements are made to protect species and habitats.
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Lessons cover all of specification points for OCR A Level Biology A, but could also be used for other specifications. This bundle includes complete lessons, a workbook to go with the lessons containing exam questions as well and answers for everything!
Lessons include:
Nucleotide Monomers and ATP
DNA Structure and Modelling
DNA Purification PAG 9
DNA Replication
Theories on DNA
The Genetic Code
Transcription and Translation
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Calculating Genetic Biodiversity. This is one of nine lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.1 Biodiversity.
Specification points: 4.2.1 (e) and (f)
Objectives for this lesson:
Recall the definition for genetic diversity.
Describe how genetic diversity may be assessed.
Calculate the proportion of polymorphic gene loci.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Classification. This is one of eight lessons to meet the specification points for 4.2.2 Classification and Evolution.
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Specification points: 4.2.2 (a) and (b)
Objectives for this lesson:
Define the term classification.
Describe the biological classification of species.
Explain the advantages of using a binomial naming system.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Magnification and Calibration. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.1 Cell Structure.
Specification points: 2.1.1 (d & e)
Objectives for this lesson:
• State the formula for calculating magnification.
• Describe how to calibrate a microscope using an eyepiece graticule and stage micrometer.
• Calculate magnification using the formula.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on Autoimmune Diseases. This is one of thirteen lessons to meet the specification points for 4.1.1 Communicable Diseases, disease prevention and the immune system.
Specification points: 4.1.1 (k)
Objectives for this lesson:
• Define autoimmune disease.
• Describe examples of autoimmune diseases.
• Evaluate information on a named autoimmune disease.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on PAG 4.3 Rates of Enzyme Controlled Reactions - Temperature. This is one of eight lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.4 Enzymes.
Objectives for this lesson:
• Recall the effect of temperature on enzyme activity.
• Describe how the rate of an enzyme-controlled reaction can be measured.
• Design an investigation to determine the effect of temperature on enzyme activity.
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OCR A Level Biology A specification linked lesson on Properties of Water. This is one lesson of two on water for the specification.
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OCR A Level Biology A lesson on PAG 9 DNA Purification. This is one of seven lessons to meet the specification points for 2.1.3 Nucleotides and Nucleic Acids.
Objectives for this lesson:
Recall the structure of DNA.
Purify DNA by precipitation.
Explain the purpose of different stages in the purification of DNA
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