I-V Characteristics | SEND GCSE Physics Lesson

Inclusive SEND science lesson on I-V Characteristics for Key Stage 4 – one lesson with three pathways for PMLD, SLD / MLD and dyslexic GCSE learners. 47 slides at 28 pt, answers on click, worksheets with answers and 19 pages of print-ready cards. How does a street light know it is dark? An inclusive KS4 lesson on I-V graphs, diodes, thermistors and LDRs (Required Practical) for special schools and mixed-ability classes.

Everyone studies the same National Curriculum topic at the right level, so the whole class learns together.

Three pathways in one lesson

• Explore (PMLD / sensory learners): a sensory story: light, dark, warm and one way. Includes an Engagement Model observation record for the adult to complete.
• Build (SLD / MLD, low reading age, EAL): match pictures to words, name the symbols and predict more or less current – by sticking, pointing, signing or writing.
• Explain (GCSE, dyslexia-friendly): sketch and explain I-V graphs, describe the practical and answer an exam question.

What’s included

• 47-slide editable PowerPoint – every word at least 28 pt, cream background, no italics, one idea per slide, a picture on every teaching slide and answers revealed one click at a time
• Visual timetable with Now / Next, feelings check-in, sensory starter, ‘I can’ objectives, key words with pictures, show-me checks, picture hinge question, exam question with mark scheme and plenary
• Multi-sensory practical: test the parts: LED, thermistor and LDR (I-V required practical for the Explain group)
• 6-page worksheet pack (Word + PDF) in 14 pt with 1.5 line spacing: teacher guide, sensory story and engagement record, Build tasks, Explain tasks, cut-out cards and full answers
• 19-page Printable Cards and Resources pack (PDF) with cut lines: key-word picture cards, word cards, picture cards, matching cards, yes / not sure / no cards, A–D, number and answer cards, visual timetable cards, Now and Next board, feelings board, sorting mat, choice board and A4 posters
• Teaching-team notes: adult roles, resources, safety, misconceptions and Ofsted SEND links

Key words: diode, LED, filament lamp, resistor, thermistor, LDR, I-V graph, one way

Curriculum

• National Curriculum Key Stage 4 Science (Physics): electric circuits: current, potential difference and resistance
• AQA GCSE Physics 8463 / Combined Science Trilogy 8464 – 4.2.1.4 Resistors and Required Practical 4

Ideal for special schools, SEND resource bases, intervention groups, alternative provision and mainstream classes that need adaptive teaching.

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