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Webquest - human exploration of space

This is a webquest that gives pupils the opportunity to find out about the history of space exploration for unit 9J of the QCA scheme of work. Hosted on Geocities pages so I hope the advertising is not too intrusive, it can be avoided by turning off the scripting in the web browser.

Gravity

A groupwork and short practical lesson about mass, weight and gravity for unit 9J of the QCA scheme of work.

Scientific ideas library project

This addresses the nature of science by researching how a particular area of science has developed over time. It is a cross curricular exercise that utilises students' study skills. It involves the use of ICT and students have plenty of opportunity for decision making.

Alternative energy

A database about alternative sources of energy, the energy changes involved and their advantages and disadvantages. The database is supplied as a zip file.

Acid Rain Factfile and suggested lesson

A basic fact file about acid rain and a suggestion as to one way of using it. This is aimed at the QCA scheme of work topic 'environmental chemistry'.