
Fully editable P15.6 The Alternating-Current Generator lessons for AQA GCSE Physics (Triple & Combined Science).
Engage students in understanding how alternating current (AC) is produced by electromagnetic induction through clear PowerPoints, scaffolded worksheets, retrieval activities, and exam-style questions—all written precisely to the AQA specification and ready to teach immediately.
Includes Free AI Long-Answer Marking , where students can submit extended-response answers online and receive instant, AQA-aligned feedback to strengthen reasoning, structure, and use of scientific language.
What’s Included:
Editable PowerPoints with diagrams, animations, and real-world generator examples.
Printable & editable worksheets (Foundation → Higher tier).
Exam-style questions with mark schemes and model answers.
Retrieval starters, AfL checkpoints, and exit tickets for ongoing assessment.
Homework and revision quizzes (ready to print or upload).
Comprehensive answer keys for every task.
Bonus: Free AI Long-Answer Marking – students receive instant feedback aligned with AQA mark-scheme standards.
Topics Covered (P15.6 The Alternating-Current Generator):
The principle of electromagnetic induction.
How AC is produced by rotating a coil in a magnetic field.
Understanding induced potential difference and current reversal.
Graphing AC output (voltage-time relationships).
The difference between alternating and direct current.
The structure and operation of an alternator.
Comparing dynamos and alternators.
Real-world applications: power stations, wind turbines, and portable generators.
Exam-style reasoning, graph interpretation, and problem-solving questions.
Why Teachers Love This Resource:
No-prep, no-stress: ready to teach immediately.
Curriculum-true: written precisely for AQA GCSE Physics (8463 & 8464).
Exam-success focus: builds deep conceptual understanding and applied reasoning.
Differentiated: includes scaffolded and higher-tier challenge tasks.
Versatile: ideal for classroom delivery, revision, or homework.
Format:
PPTX slides | DOCX/PDF worksheets & assessments | Fully editable | Print-friendly
Spec & Tiers:
AQA GCSE Physics (8463) & AQA Combined Science Trilogy (8464)
Suitable for Foundation and Higher tiers (clearly signposted).
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