Leave Workload Worries Behind with ChatGPT: Your Ultimate Lesson Planning Assistant Are you tired of educational trends that seem more like passing fads than valuable tools for teachers? Have you ever wanted to harness the power of ChatGPT but found it overwhelming or didn’t know where to begin integrating it into your teaching? Imagine a world where you can seamlessly embrace this groundbreaking technology without frustration or endless trial and error. What if you could reclaim precious time by having a digital Personal Assistant (PA) at your side 24/7, handling the heavy lifting of lesson planning for you? Introducing our innovative quick-start PDF guide: “ChatGPT Prompts for Teachers”. With this guide, you can effortlessly prompt ChatGPT to generate engaging and personalized lesson plans and learning activities tailored to your subject area. From dynamic starters and worksheets to structured essay formats and homework assignments – it’s all just a few clicks away. Download “ChatGPT Prompts for Teachers” now for just £7 and experience the transformative impact of AI on your work-life balance. Meet Jane Bell, your guide through this journey. As a teacher, mentor, and workload reduction expert, she understands the challenges educators face. Jane is the author of the acclaimed book “Time Smart Teaching,” which equips secondary school teachers with the strategies to work smarter, not harder. Why You Need ChatGPT: Let’s face it – teachers can use all the help they can get to work more efficiently and regain their precious time. What’s more, the ability to use ChatGPT is a highly sought-after skill, making you more employable, both in and outside the education industry. Beyond your professional life, it can enhance your personal life as well. But don’t just take our word for it; here’s what other teachers are saying: “WOW – I love this!!! What a great resource.” - Loretta Omland “It’s absolutely BRILLIANT!” - Vee Zeilonka “Great Guide! Not nearly as overwhelming as I feared!” - Jean Ramsey In this guide, you will learn: How to effortlessly navigate, create, and save lesson activities using the free version of ChatGPT. Copy and paste prompts from our pre-made library, then tweak them to fit your specific needs. Craft lesson starters, main tasks, learning summaries, and engaging homework ideas. Plan lessons, step by step, to support students with varying abilities – from those who need extra support to those who crave academic challenges. Unlock the full potential of AI to streamline your lesson planning and reclaim your time. Download instantly and embrace the benefits of workload reduction today!

Population refers to the total number of people living permenantly in one city of region. Populations rise and fall based on a number of external and internal factors; birth rates, disasters, health care access and so on. This game can be played in groups of any size at GCSE or key stage 3 and helps explain the impact of different factors on the total overall population of an area. All students start with a population of 500,00 and must roll the dice in turns to see what happens to their population size. For example; a famine might strike nd reduce numbers, or a government might incentivise young people to have children. They must calculate the increase or reduction of their population as they go along on a ’ score card’ .There are a small set of de-brief questions on their score card that they could write the answers to, or discuss in their groups to consolidate their understanding.

Bullet journals are a quick and creative way to track your actions, habbits and thoughts over time. This KS2 & KS3 bullet journal colouring exercise, encourages students to reflect on how sustainable they are in their day -to day habits. They are asked to colour in each vertical ’ strand’ of the rainbow to show whether they have completed any of the environmentally helpful actions on a daily basis, over a 25 day period. The students could do this just as a starter at the beginning of each each geography lesson, or consecutively as an ongoing homework task. The aim of the bullet journal is to develop student’s accountability as global citizens by teaching them to lead sustainable lives. This lesson/ worksheet would make a perfect addition to a SOW on sustainability or Earth Day theme. There is also a set of de-brief questions provided for students to answer in class, or as a discussion framework, for them to reflect on how well they have done after the 25 day period. These could be blown up onto A3 and made into colourful displays for the classrooms also.

Earth day occurs in Spring, on April 22nd each year, however this lesson resource can be used all year round to encourage Primary and KS3 aged students to appreciate and show gratitude to our amazing world. There is a blank 28 day calendared worksheet that students fill in using the gratitude reflections and prompts on the accompanying sheet. It can be used during any month of the year. The tasks are varied between human and physical geography elements and also include active tasks and skills like Yoga, languages, field-sketching and describing landscapes. The daily tasks are in keeping with the earth day theme of ‘observing the need to protect the earth’s environment’. These calendars could be stuck into pupil workbooks and be used as a reference point for starters and plenaries to lessons. More able students could be challenged to create their own 28 plan for gratitude after completing the one given. The completed gratitude calendars could be photocopied and blown up onto A3 to make stimulating classroom displays for open-evenings or parents evening. etc. A couple of the daily ideas have weblinks attached, which are shown at the bottom of the resource.

Harry Potter Film Locations Exploration - KS3 Geography Worksheet Lesson Description: Embark on a magical journey through the enchanting film locations of the Harry Potter series with our engaging KS3 geography worksheet lesson. Designed for students in years 7 and 8, this resource takes advantage of the captivating world created by J.K. Rowling to teach essential map skills and geographical knowledge. Key Features: Interactive GIS Map Exploration: Utilize the free and user-friendly Interactive GIS map from the Visit Britain website, allowing students to delve into the various filming locations featured in ‘The Prisoner of Azkaban’ and ‘The Deathly Hallows.’ Map Skills Reinforcement: Enhance students’ map skills, including direction, scale, distance, and a basic understanding of map symbols, as they navigate through the interactive exercises. Accessible for All Abilities: Suitable for all ability levels within years 7 and 8, the worksheet offers a range of questions to challenge and engage students at different levels. Extension Task: Challenge more able students with an extension task, encouraging them to create a tour around the UK showcasing five key film locations. A PDF printable proforma is provided to assist students in planning their Harry Potter Tour. Why Choose This Resource? Theme-Based Learning: Leverage the popularity of the Harry Potter series to make geography lessons exciting and relatable for students. Independent Learning: Structured for both class and home-based learning, the activities can largely be completed independently, promoting student autonomy. Ideal for: Geography teachers looking to integrate popular culture into their lessons. Educators seeking interactive and independent learning opportunities for KS3 students. Transform geography lessons into a magical adventure. Download now and let your students explore the wizarding world while mastering essential map skills!

A pond is an example of a small-scale ecosystem that we typically student at GCSE Geography. Pond ecosystems depend on balance and equllibrium of all the interdependant parts that make it up; both the living ( biotic) and non-living ( abiotic). This lesson presumes you are lucky enough to have a pond on, or close to your school site to visit and carry out the field sketching tasks. However, if not, there is a detailed picture of a pond ecosystem on the slide they can copy if needed. Students start with a discussions, recap on producers, consumers and decomposers ( this lesson assumes a base-line understanding on food chains). Students sketch the pond with guidance and label appropriately using the mini-beasts spotter card to help them identify animals found on the pond, or through pond-dipping There is an exit card/ small write up task at the end.

The tropical rainforest biomes are found close to the equator where low pressure systems create bands of high rainfall and long daylight hours that promote high plant growth. Rainforests are densely packed areas of tall vegeatation high amounts of life and biodiversity. This full KS3 lesson and associated sheets and activities give students a full understanding on the layers of the rainforest ecosystem structure, where they are found, and how to analyse and describe the climate of a rainforest using a climate graph. This lesson was originally designed as part of a year 7 ecosystems topic, but would work equally well for year 8. The main task involves students sketching a copy of a diagram on the layers of the rainforest and annotating it in detail using prompts and gap-fill sentences to help them. They then watch a video and make further independant labels.

National Parks were established in 1951 with the Peak District designated as the first official national park in England. They came about after mass protests in the 1930’s from the working classes demanding greater access to the countryside. Since then, many more have been added such as the ’ South Downs’ and ’ New Forest’. This lesson is based around developing maps skills at ks3 and generating a locational knowledge of the UK by building group ’ maps from memory’ maps of the UK national park. Maps from memory simply involved one person from each group going to look at the completed map outside the classroom, remembering the name and location of one park, then returning to add it onto their group blank map inside the classroom. It is a popular and well known geography learning game. The students then analyse 2 separate maps of two different national parks ; the Cairngorms national park, and the Pembrookshire Coast. They use the maps to fill in a comparison grid which asks them to identify human and physical attractions. This activity could be supplemented by use of ipads to navigate to BING maps or similar to find out more detailed information. This task could be done individually or or pairs. Finally there is a plenary discussion on alternative geographical futures ; what would the UK be like now if there were no National parks?

agribusiness is the process of producing food on a large scale and increasing yields by using new technology and commercial principles. It also extends to marketing and spin-off activities linked to farming. This adapted homework sheet tests students prior understanding on various aspects of the UK’s supply and demand for food, as part of the AQA GCSE Curriculum ‘Challenge of Resource Management’. There are 3 examination type questions for students to choose from, according to their confidence and ability level. There 2 6-mark questions come with a detailed structure strip / exam planning response sheet which helps them get maximum marks. There is also a detailed mark scheme with each question. I have also provided 3 website links for revision purposes in case they need to refresh their memory before attempting. This would be ideal for independent assessment in the classroom or for use at home/ distance learning during lockdown.

Pinterest is a great search enguine and social media tool to use when you want to make something visual and create impact. I often find myself browsing creative Geography teaching ideas on here and so I thought I would put them together as a ‘board’ for you to pick and choose which ones might be fun ways to deliver geographical knowlege and understanding, with a fun, artistic twist. Almost all the resources on here are freely available to use, download or recreate with a range of ability and challenge levels for KS3 -KS4. These learning tasks can easily be used for home learning / home schooling, or in the classroom and outdoors. From origami cactus, making portraits with maps and using lego to build a soil profile, there is sure to be something for each class and learner.

Natural hazards come in the form of earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis, These are Geological, land based hazards which require careful planning, prediction and preparation strategies in order to reduce the risk to life. This set of printable revision flash cards was designed for some-learning and study, which goes simply beyond cutting them out. Firstly, the student have to complete the gap-fill sections to test their knowledge on key examination types questions, in order to get a full set. The first letter of each word is given, to support lower ability learners and differentiate. This activity was done with lower and middle ability GCSE geography students in mind. It covers core content and theory without testing specific case study information. Questions on the flash cards include the following examples; ’ Give 2 differences between continental and oceanic crust ’ ’ Describe the distribution of earthquakes and volcanoes across the world ’ There is a comprehensive set of 20 flash cards for the topic ’ Challenge of Natural Hazards’ which is tested on the Physical Geography paper 1 exam in the AQA GCSE Geography specification.However, these are also suitable for other GCSE Geography specifications, as this content is covered by all major exam boards. There is a full set of answers for all the gap fill sections included, so that students can complete this task independently at home, or in the classroom. Once complete, these flash cards could be used for students to test each other, by asking other peers the questions on the cards.

This worksheet guides students through annotating photographs in order to answer exam questions. In the GCSE geography examinations, students are often asked questions worth 3 or 4 marks which require precise labeling on maps or photographs. It is an easy way to pick up marks in the exam once you have mastered this skill. There are web links above each photograph to guide students to relevant learning sites or videos to help them answer the question set. The questions asked range from Tropical Rainforests, hot deserts, to Tourism and natural hazards.

This test paper is made up of previous examination questions which involve the study and analysis of a range of maps. The ability to read, interpret and draw conclusions from maps is an important skill for success in any GCSE geography specification. There is a complete examiners mark scheme for the test paper, which pupils, parents or tutors can use to assess work ( AFL). The topics covered are linked to tourism, global distribution of biomes & migration. This worksheet is suitable for home study and remote learning.

I’m sharing this super-useful tool I have devised for getting feedback from your student’s on their confidence and understanding on your curriculum. This proforma has focussed on GCSE Geography Physical topics from paper 1 -UK physical landscapes, and Human paper 2 ’ Changing Economic World’. I have broken down each topic into 8 broad sections for ease, although you can alter the radial diagram if you wish. I used this for my year 11 classes to find out exactly where to focus my revision and intervention strategy for maximum impact. The segments that were less shaded/ left blank were areas of weakness. As it is visual feedback, you can almost instantly where gaps in knowledge are across multiple students, without the need for counting and data analysis. The added benefit is that student are learning about another data presentation technique for Paper 3 in the process! These can be stuck into student books/ revision folders as evidence of self assessment and used to set themselves appropriate target for revision also. This could be adapted for any subject or stage level.

This odd-one out grid tests the understanding of student’s vocabulary/ keywords for the paper 3 fieldwork and issue evaluation section of the GCSE examination specification for AQA curriculum. There are a full set of answers to explain which one does not fit the pattern- so students can self-assess (AFL) their knowledge. It’s makes them think about the connections between different concepts and ideas, and therefore helps to develop important synoptic links. There is also my Top-Tip’s for students on preparing them for their paper 3 exam, which may be useful. This worksheet task would make an ideal lesson starter, or revision intervention activity. Ideally, you should print out the slide, and ask students to circle and annotate the decisions with a brief explanation, so it can be stuck into their books for future reference.

This building-off-grid project is ideal for delivery in the classroom for years 8 through to 11 or set as an independent task for distance-learning or home-based study. Also suitable for celebrating ’ Earth Day’ in April with a focus on reducing carbon footprint. Since being stuck on lock-down I have been binge-watching episodes of USA based TV-series like ’ last of the Alaskans’ and ’ Building off Grid’ which follow families as they design and self-build their own cabins and earth-ship style homes in remote areas of Arizona and Alaska. The aim is to live sustainably and in harmony with the landscape and ecosystem around them. This lesson / project will help GCSE/ KS4 students make connections in their learning with the Geography ’ Living World’ topic, especially around explaining how humans have adapted to the opportunities and challenges of living in extreme conditions such as the Tundra Biome and the Hot Desert regions. Students could easily talk about home design and crop growing/ subsistence farming in their examinations following the AQA spec A curriculum. The students must choose where they want to live their off grid lifestyle; either Arizona or Alaska, and the Power Point goes through the benefits and drawbacks of doing so in each ecosystem. There are video links to relevant video content showing some aspects of cabin-building in both of these environments. Then students enlist 3 helpers to help build their cabin, and roll a dice to determine their allocated budget they can use to buy materials for the cabin project. Using this budget, they can chose from a ‘menu’ worksheet of construction options to custom-build their cabin. They have a choice of sketching out their design with a floor plan, or actually building a model of their cabin from lego/ cardboard/ paydough etc. If submitted as a distance learning activity it would be great to make it into a competition, and invite students to submit pictures of their designs electronically for display. There are some ideas for follow-on activities on the slides.

Title: Exploring the Boscastle Floods - GCSE Geography Lesson Series Description: Delve into the captivating case study of the Boscastle floods in Cornwall 2004 with our comprehensive 2-lesson series designed for GCSE geography. Unravel the causes, effects, and responses to this infamous extreme weather event that left an indelible mark on the landscape and serves as a key case study in the curriculum. Key Features: Map Skills Exploration: Engage students with a map skills starter, encouraging them to analyze the OS map of Boscastle to identify clues explaining the vulnerability of the area to flooding, reinforcing understanding of physical causes. Real-Life Perspectives: Immerse students in the event through a 20-minute video from a BBC documentary, featuring eye-witness accounts and survivor experiences, providing a vivid and emotional connection to the Boscastle floods. Interactive Worksheet: The main task involves a comprehensive worksheet with facts, statistics, and statements from the flooding, prompting students to classify and analyze information, fostering critical thinking skills. Practical Application: The second lesson focuses on river flood control and defenses, exploring both hard and soft engineering approaches. Students collaborate in groups to construct a model representing their preferred flood management scheme. Why Choose This Resource? Multifaceted Learning: Cover diverse aspects of the Boscastle floods, from map skills to real-life narratives and hands-on model construction, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Current and Relevant: Tackle a well-known GCSE geography case study, providing students with practical insights into the causes and management of extreme weather events. Engaging Activities: Foster student involvement through interactive tasks, encouraging active participation and knowledge retention. Ideal for: GCSE geography teachers seeking a comprehensive and engaging case study resource. Educators emphasizing practical application and critical thinking skills development. Elevate your geography lessons with this immersive Boscastle floods series. Download now to captivate your students with a rich exploration of this significant case study!

Written for year 7, this lesson has a literacy focus and introduces students to some of the physical geography and landscape characteristics of the Tundra Biome and it’s cold environment. Students analyse the descriptive vocabulary and adjectives used to describe Svalbard, then build a bank of keywords as a class to use independently in their travel writing. The aim of the lesson is to complete an extended piece of writing to take the reader on an imaginary journey through the tundra around the archipelago of Svalbard ( travel journalism skills). There is a writing frame worksheet to support students write about the physical and human geography using the 5 senses. This differentiated lesson could easily be adapted for year 8 or 9 and gets student familiar with cold environments at GCSE geography.

This structured talking exercise can take place between small groups of 2 or more people. Each person rolls 2 die to be directed to co-ordinates on a grid which lead to a question or discussion point. Most questions are intended to be reflective and make connections between geographical understanding at GCSE level ( years 9-11) and the current pandemic lockdown and social distancing measures. This encourages students to form opinions and make wider connections with their geographical knowledge. It is appropriate for a classroom, or distance /home based learning and could be done with a parent or carer.