During this engaging distance learning lesson on Natural selection, KS3 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of evolution by natural selection.
This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.10.3 Evolution topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 10b: Genes, 10.3.1 Natural selection lesson.
This adaptable resource is perfect for:
● Distance learning: Keep students on track with independent learning activities.
● Missed work recovery: Help students catch up after absences at their own pace.
● Home-schooling: Provide a comprehensive learning experience for homeschooled students.
Aimed at a mixed ability KS3 class.
This editable resource includes (6 pages):
● Teacher guidance and answer key – Step-by-step instructions and fully worked solutions to support remote teaching, assessment, and feedback.
● Engage – Interactive vocabulary activity using Google Sheets™ designed to introduce or reinforce key terms through independent self-assessment.
● Explore – Guided discovery task using video clip, article, virtual lab, or online simulation. Students investigate key concepts and record initial observations or data.
● Explain – Embedded Google Slides™ presentation that outlines clear learning objectives, provides accessible information slides, and includes self-check questions to support understanding.
● Apply – Differentiated tasks that allow students to apply their learning in a meaningful way.
○ Evolutionary tree
● Extend – Challenge task to deepen understanding and stretch higher-level thinking.
○ Natural selection cartoon
Important:
● Internet Access: Students require a PC with internet access to use this resource.
● Google Doc™ Format: This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats.
This lesson is also available as a:
● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver an engaging lesson with this fully resourced PowerPoint presentation. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets.
Natural selection
● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson.
Natural selection Cover lesson
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
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**8 distance learning lessons covering the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 2 10b: Genes chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of evolution and inheritance**. *Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson* Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class **Each digital worksheet includes**: * Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson or self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). * Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. * Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). * Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. * Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. *Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet* **These resources work best as Google Docs™** with Google Classroom™. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
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Natural selection Lesson bundle
**This 3-in-1 lesson bundle provides everything you need to teach Natural selection in the classroom, for cover teachers, and for students learning remotely. Natural selection is designed to help KS3 students develop their understanding of evolution by natural selection; the bundle includes three convenient formats – all fully editable to fit your specific needs**: ● **Teacher-led lesson** (PowerPoint Presentation): ○ Engaging, ready-to-use presentation. ○ Includes everything you need for an effective lesson (instructions, activities, worksheets, etc.) ○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students' needs. ● **Cover lesson** (Word Document): ○ This printable cover lesson resource provides clear instructions and engaging activities for students to work independently with minimal supervision. ○ Minimal prep required – simply print and go! ○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students' needs. ● **Digital worksheet** (Google Doc Recommended): ○ Perfect for distance learning, independent study, or catching up on missed work! ○ This interactive worksheet guides students through the learning objectives with clear explanations and engaging activities. ○ This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats). **All three formats come with all the necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Plus, they're fully editable, allowing you to adjust the activities' length and difficulty to match your students' progress and time constraints**. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.10.3 Evolution topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 10b: Genes, 10.3.1 Natural selection lesson. Aimed at a mixed ability KS3 class. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
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