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In term 2, students will study the following topics: Unit 4: Where I live Unit 5: Social issues (Helping ourselves and others) Unit 6: Global issues (Natural disasters and other global issues) Speaking: Discussing social and global issues; describing a picture Reading: non-fiction (different tyoes of building and places where people live; charity work, healthy living, natural disasters) Listening: identifying main points and specific detail in a range of recording on the topics Writing: persuasive writing (Identify a health or social issue important to you and explain why you feel strongly about it)
All lesson resources and revision materials are posted on the Teams. Additionally, students can access the following website to practise grammar anbd language skills: Grammar: https://www.perfect-englishgrammar.com; https://learnenglishteens. britishcouncil.org/grammar/b1-b2grammar); Reading: https://englishpracticetest.net/ practice-english-reading-tests-for-b1with-answer/; Listening: https://englishpracticetest. net/practice-listening-tests-for-b2-withanswer-and-audioscript/; Writing: https://englishpracticetest.net/ practice-english-writing-tests-for-b1with-answer/; https://englishpracticetest. net/practice-english-writing-tests-for-b2with-answer/
EAL
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ENGLISH
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MATHS
5
BIOLOGY
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CHEMISTRY
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Business Studies
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PHYSICS
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ARABIC NATIVE
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ARABIC NON-NATIVE
11
ISLAMIC NATIVE
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ISLAMIC NON-NATIVE
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ISBN-10 : 1108457657
SOCIAL STUDIES
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ISBN-13 : 978-1108457651
GEOGRAPHY
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HISTORY
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DRAMA
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ART
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DT
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MUSIC
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Academic PE
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PE
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Computer Science
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IT
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FRENCH
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SPANISH
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GERMAN
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Psychology
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Business Studies
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Assessment type Four language skills will be assessed at B1/B2 level: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will be asked to complete a range of reading, listening and writing tasks. Speaking performance will be recorded and assessed according to IGCSE ESL exam mark scheme. Towards the end of the school year, students will be asked to complete IGCSE ESL mock exam.
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ENGLISH
MATHS
What we are learning this term
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What we are learning this term
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Students taking both English Literature and English First Language will study An Inspector Calls by J.B. Priestley, learning the conventions of modern drama and developing their analytical skills. Students who only take English First Language will review and improve on their skills in Papers 1 and 2.
Students should read an online newspaper of your choice as often as possible.
Topics covered in Term 2 Maths in Year 10 are:
www.thenationalnews.com is a UAE focussed option.
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Cumulative Frequency
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Probability
In Maths, we use the Dr Frost Maths platform, where students are set homework and and can find infinte questions to practise on every topic, alongside video tutorials
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Simultaneous Equations
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Bounds
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Arcs and Sectors
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Quadratic Graphs and Equations
There will be one key assessment each half term, where students will be given two weeks notice and provided with a reivion list. Regular progress checks and low stakes quizzes will also take place in class
Wider reading Many students have enjoyed reading this non-fiction text, and it might just make you rich!
Assessment type Literature students will compose analytical essays, while Language only students will work towards completing GCSE-style questions and full papers.
Wider reading ISBN 10: 071819604X
ISBN: 9870446677455
ISBN 13: 978-0718196042
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BIOLOGY
CHEMISTRY
What we are learning this term
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What we are learning this term
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In this term in Biology, Year 10 students will complete their learning on Unit 9 Plants as organisms started in term 1. They will then move onto Unit 10 Variation and inheritance where they will learn about inheritance and genetics. This will be followed by Unit 11 Genetic manipulation where they will learn about cloning and genetic engineering.
In Biology we use Teams to support learning. Lesson and revision resources are placed in Files on the class Team.
This is a chemistry topic test. It covers chemical equations, relative masses, moles, percentages by mass, empirical formulae, equations and calculations, the yield of a chemical reaction, catch up titrations, titration calculations, and volumes of gases.
In Chemistry we use Teams to support learning. Lesson and revision resources are placed in Files on the class Team.
Wider reading ISBN-10 : 1784758043 ISBN-13 : 978-1784758042
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Assessment type We will use a mixture of questions that show a student’s knowledge and skill application in this unit of work. End of topic tests usually out of 30 marks as well exam style questions given for homework.
Wider reading ISBN-13 : 978-0544236042
Assessment type Exams: For multiple choice question, it is important to focus on understanding the concepts and being able to identify the correct answer from a list of options. Practice using multiple choice questions to test your knowledge and to identify any areas where you need to focus your revision. For short answer questions, we will work on being able to explain concepts and ideas in your own words.
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BUSINESS STUDIES
PHYSICS
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What we are learning this term
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In Year 10 we will be learning about the marketing mix, product, price, place and promotion. Students will also learn about creating business plans as well as start work on the external influences on business.
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In Year 10, Term 2 will delve into various phenomena of light, encompassing reflection, refraction, diffraction, and their applications in convex and concave lenses. This builds upon their previous understanding of waves from Year 9. Students will engage in practical activities to determine refractive indices and use convex lenses to explore image formation, further enhancing their comprehension of these fundamental principles of optics.
In Physics we use Teams to support learning. Lesson and revision resources are placed in Files on the class Team.
Assessment type Two progress tests in Term 2 to check understanding as wel work through the topics.
Wider reading ISBN : 9781789080896
Assessment type We will use a mixture of questions that show a student’s knowledge and skill application in this unit of work. End of topic tests usually out of 30 marks as well exam style questions given for homework.
Wider reading ISBN-10 : 1839408405 ISBN-13 : 978-1839408403
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ARABIC NATIVE
ARABIC NON-NATIVE
What we are learning this term
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What we are learning this term
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In the first unit, students embark on a profound exploration of the Holy Quran, focusing on the theme of “Will,” alongside crafting opinion texts centered around education. Linguistically, attention is given to verbs that take two objects, examining scenarios where the origin aligns with both the subject and the predicate, as well as cases where the origin diverges. The writing component delves into the development of a successful leadership personality, while the introduction of metaphors enhances rhetorical skills. Moving to the second unit, students broaden their literary horizons with “Texts Around Us.” Here, they engage with poetry, dissecting the dynamics between people and time, and immersing themselves in the emotive world of “A Love Song for Words.” Travel literature unfolds through Ibn Battuta’s captivating journey to China, offering cultural insights. Additionally, societal concepts like being “Forbidden from Spending” are explored, and linguistic elements such as numbers and gender distinctions are interwoven to enrich their understanding of language and literature.
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In Term 2, our Year 9 curriculum will focus on one main topic: Environment and Conservation. Within this topic, students will delve into vocabulary associated with pollution, different types of energy, and our role in addressing the issue of global warming. The unit will include various activities to practice using the vocabulary in different situations. Throughout the term, our emphasis will remain on the comprehensive development of the four essential language skills: listening, reading, speaking, and writing.
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Assessment type End of topic quizezz End of unites tests End of term test
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Assessment type We will use a mixture of questions that show a student’s knowledge and skill application in this unit of work. End of topic tests usually out of 30 marks as well exam style questions given for homework.
Wider reading GCSEArabicCompanion books https://amityabudhabi.sharepoint. com/:b:/s/Arabic2020-2021/ EXfCgxG6QUFOiDf3eLdl17UBzPVlR_ VfdHHZO2bT8yErHA?e=ADWazp
Wider reading School Liberary Kutubee Platform https://school.kutubee.com/login”
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ISLAMIC NATIVE
ISLAMIC NON-NATIVE
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What we are learning this term
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In Year 10, Term 2, students explore various topics encompassing belief, hadith, jurisprudence, biography, refinement, and Islamic culture. Key themes include following the Prophet’s commands and avoiding prohibitions, beliefs about the Day of Judgment, the importance of pilgrimage to Mecca, and lessons from the Prophet’s expeditions. The curriculum also covers the positive character, accountability on the Day of Judgment, the types of accountability, and the unique status and intercession of the Prophet Muhammad. Topics extend to ethical considerations during illness, love for the Prophet, and Islamic environmental values. The concept of accountability and the bridge (Siraat) over Hell are also discussed. The curriculum delves into the afterlife, addressing major beliefs, practices, and moral principles in Islam.
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In Year 10, Term 2, students explore various topics encompassing belief, hadith, jurisprudence, biography, refinement, and Islamic culture. Key themes include following the Prophet’s commands and avoiding prohibitions, beliefs about the Day of Judgment, the importance of pilgrimage to Mecca, and lessons from the Prophet’s expeditions. The curriculum also covers the positive character, accountability on the Day of Judgment, the types of accountability, and the unique status and intercession of the Prophet Muhammad. Topics extend to ethical considerations during illness, love for the Prophet, and Islamic environmental values. The concept of accountability and the bridge (Siraat) over Hell are also discussed. The curriculum delves into the afterlife, addressing major beliefs, practices, and moral principles in Islam.
Utilizing the teacher’s collection of Islamic books from the library.
Wider reading Utilizing the teacher’s collection of Islamic books from the library.
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Assessment type We will include a mix of questions evaluating both a student’s understanding and the application of skills in this unit. End-of-term evaluations typically involve 30 marks, with an extra 20 marks allocated for practical activities like reading, memorization, and projects.
Assessment type https://www.youtube.com/user/ We will include a mix of questions evaluating both a student’s understanding and the application of skills in this unit. End-of-term evaluations typically involve 30 marks, with an extra 20 marks allocated for practical activities like reading, memorization, and projects.
Wider reading ISBN-10: xxxxx ISBN-13: xxxxxx
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SOCIAL STUDIES
GEOGRAPHY
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What we are learning this term
1. درس سكان الوطن العربي
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We will be completing our learning on urban settlements then moving on to studying natural environments - volcanos and earthquakes followed by river and coastal landscapes.
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Two progress tests in Term 2 to check understanding as wel work through the topics cover for term2.
978-1510421363
2. درس خليجنا العربي 3. درس قبة النور باالضافة إلى كتاب رؤيتي اإلمارات واالقتصاد المعرفي 5. زايد والمرأة اإلماراتية باالضافة إلى كتاب رؤيتي
Wider reading Moe Book
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HISTORY
DRAMA
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What we are learning this term
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A continuation of the ‘Changes in Medicine 1848-1948’ course. It is anticipated that mid way through term 2 we will complete medicine and move on to ‘Origins and course of the first world war 1905-1918’
https://www.gcsehistory.com/
Drama Term 2. Following a completion of the first assessment of Repertoire. we will be exploring Acting techniques. In particular developing a character, looking at the vocal and physical skills, music dynamics. We will explore the techniques of Jacques Lecoq and Konstantin Stanislavski. We will continue exploring The first set text ‘Sorting out Rachel’ and looking Japanese Noh Theatre whilst as an introduction to Set text 2
Dramaonline library. A digital streaming with a selection of high quality theatre from the National Theatre.
Wider reading IGCSE History revision guide 978-1398300699
Wider reading Any from the Stanislavski Series ‘An actor prepares’ ISBN 9780413461902. ‘Creating a role’ ISBN-13: 9780878309818. or ‘Building a Character’ ISBN-13: 978-0878309825
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https://www.dramaonlinelibrary.com Username: AIS Password abudhabi
Assessment type Exploring repertoire Performance, solo and group. Component 2 coursework - portfolio of assessment - linked to the Assessment criteria for Component 2 CIE GCSE. Mini assessment for the current 2023-4 live set texts ‘Sorting out Rachel’ and ‘Hanjo’. to prepare for the C1 written paper EOY 10 mock’.
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ART
DT
What we are learning this term
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What we are learning this term
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“Personal Portfolio - Working to the theme “”Recover”” students are developing their own areas of interest and learning new skills in practical workshop sessions. Studio Skills / Research / Exploration / Development / Realisation”
https://www.studentartguide.com/
Students will undertake a mini NEA project for their non-examination assessment (50%). The project will test students’ skills in investigating, designing, making and evaluating a prototype of a product that will allow them to apply the skills they have acquired and developed throughout their study. Students will identify the needs of the end user, carry out a range of research strategies to gather relevant information, to inform the design specification for a prototype. Students will produce a design brief that addresses all needs previously identified. They will explore a range of manufacturing processes and machinery within the department. Pupils will also cover programmable components, materials and their properties, processes, tools and marking materials, sustainability and methods of production.
In DT we use Seneca and Design Technology Student to support learning.
Wider reading https://www.studentartguide.com/ articles
Assessment type Students are continuously assessed throughout the course against the Pearson marking assessment grid. https://qualifications.pearson.com/ content/dam/pdf/International%20GCSE/ Art%20and%20Design/2017/teachingand-learning-materials/internationalgcse-a-d-assessment-grid-nov23.pdf
https://app.senecalearning.com/ classroom/course/c27537fc-87d5-48678852-2def4203cb50/section/6beb3866a80d-435c-b467-63fc875dd13d/session https://www.technologystudent.com/ despro_flsh/NEW_GCSE3.html
Assessment type Each project is assessed accoring to the Pearson marking assessment grid. At the end of the term pupils will sit a written assessment of the theory content covered during the term. This will be formed from a mixture of short, long and multiple choice questions.
Wider reading ISBN: 978-1-292-18458-6 ISBN: 1910523135
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MUSIC
ACADEMIC PE
What we are learning this term
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What we are learning this term
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For the Listening component of the course, students will be studying and analysing the key musical features associated with music from Classical and Romantic periods.
In Music, all lesson resources, revision materials and assessment materials are posted on the Teams page of the class, which all students have access to.
www.theeverlearner.com
For the Performance component, students will continue to prepare either solo or ensemble performance for thier coursework submissions.
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In classroom based lessons, the students will be covering the Health, Fitness & Training unit, which will involve theory and practical. We will also move onto cover the Circulatory System unit. For practical, we will move on from Rounders, students will cover sailing and we will begin to look into weight training.
For the Composing component, students will work to improve and refine their first Theme and Variations composition based on feedback given for their coursework submissions. “
Students will also be assessed on their knowledge and understanding through a mixture of short, long and multiple choice questions. Coursework is ongoing and assessed internally or a regular basis. “
Wider reading ISBN-13 : 978-0008202163
Assessment type Students will begin their assessments in a variety of sports, including sailing and rounders. A mixture of examination type questions will be used to assess learners. Past paper questions as well as questions derived from the everlearner platform will be utilised.
Wider reading All wider listening excerts and tracks are shared on Teams. BBC Bitesize KS4 Music: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/ zpf3cdm”
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PE
COMPUTER SCIENCE
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What we are learning this term
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In Key Stage 4, all students will have the opportunity to select their pathway for PE. The two pathway’s are Performance and Recreational. The sports within each pathway will be presented to students in the first week of each half term. Students are choosing the route to accelerate their sports performance, enjoyment of sport and enhancing their knowledge.
All communication, reflections and suggested videos for students to access will be available on the PE groups Teams page.
Students will continue to secure their knowledge in computing theory - data representation, computer hardware, software and cyber security - whilst also devlop their practical programming skills. Students will begin to learn how to interpret algorithms, and produce their own computer programs using the Python programming language
In Computer Science, all resources are provided through OneNote and on Teams.
Wider reading
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We want all students to gain a love for PE. This term we are encouraging all students to find an autobiography of their favourite sports star. When reading the book, identify the details of why they have become a successful athlete.
Computer Science with python Textbook for Class XI
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Assessment type Weekly Quizes End of Topic Assessments
ISBN 10 : 8177002309
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IT
FRENCH
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What we are learning this term
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Students will continue to work on the practical element of the course of Paper 2. Unit 18 - Databases. Students will create a structure of a database, Manipulate data and Present data.
In ICT, all resources are provided through Class OneNote book and on Teams.
Students will work on Chapter 3 of Stimmt GCSE. They will study the topic of Identity and culture. This will focus on descriptions of family and friends, relationships and role models. We will also consider childhood. From a grammatical point of view, we will reinforce and extend our work on tenses, adjectives, possessive adjectives, personal pronouns and the dative case with Mit.
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Wider reading Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology 3rd edition ISBN : 978 - 1- 398 - 31854- 0
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Assessment type Quizes End of unit assessements
Assessment type Listening/reading/speaking/writing end of module tests, leading to end of year mock Foundation paper
Wider reading 979-8763003529
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SPANISH
GERMAN
What we are learning this term
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What we are learning this term
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Topic: Local area, Holidays and Travel Describe the weather using the three time frames Describing the features of a region Using se puede and se pueden Asking and responding to questions Planning what to do Using the future tense Understanding the geography of Spain
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Students will work on Chapter 3 of Stimmt GCSE. They will study the topic of Identity and culture. This will focus on descriptions of family and friends, relationships and role models. We will also consider childhood. From a grammatical point of view, we will reinforce and extend our work on tenses, adjectives, possessive adjectives, personal pronouns and the dative case with Mit.
www.educationperfect.com
Wider reading 978-1452820675
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Assessment type Listening/reading/speaking/writing end of module tests, leading to end of year mock Foundation paper
Assessment type Listening/reading/speaking/writing end of module tests, leading to end of year mock Foundation paper
Wider reading 978-1519581341
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PSYCHOLOGY
BUSINESS STUDIES
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What we are learning this term
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Year 10 students will beging by completing the unit of Memory, moving onto the unit of Research Methods. Research Methods is integral to Psychology so students can apply their learning to studies they come across in other units.
In Psychology, all lesson resources, revision materials and assessment materials are posted on the Teams page of the class, which all students have access to.
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Wider reading ISBN-10 : 9780241317693 ISBN-13 : 978-0241317693
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Learning check consisting of short exam-style questions and an end of unit assessment consisting of short and long exam-style questions.
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