
Help students understand speed and develop their calculation skills with this complete GCSE Physics lesson designed for the AQA Combined Science (Trilogy) and AQA Physics specifications. This resource goes beyond a standard lesson by including a hands-on practical investigation, dedicated practical recording sheet and an engaging black and white information poster exploring Africa’s fastest train, helping students connect Physics to real-world engineering.
Students build their understanding through worked examples, practical measurements, exam-style questions and real-life applications before consolidating their knowledge with a printable worksheet.
Students will learn:
• What speed is
• How to calculate speed using the equation Speed = Distance ÷ Time
• How to rearrange and apply the speed equation
• The units of speed (m/s and km/h)
• How to convert between different units of speed
• How to calculate average speed
• How to collect and analyse data from a practical investigation
• Real-world applications including high-speed rail, motorsport and transport engineering
This resource includes a complete practical investigation with a student recording sheet, allowing learners to measure speed, collect accurate data and apply their mathematical skills. Also included is a black and white information poster showcasing Africa’s fastest train, providing an engaging STEM context and highlighting modern engineering achievements.
The accompanying worksheet has been designed for students to complete in their exercise books, reducing printing costs while encouraging extended calculations and scientific reasoning.
Perfect for GCSE Physics lessons, required practical preparation, revision, cover lessons and non-specialist teachers looking for a high-quality, ready-to-use resource.
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