12 November 2024
Fibre optics
The students are examining a fibre optic model to determine how total internal reflection works, how a signal can be sent down, and why monochromatic light is needed when messages are sent down the fibre.
11 November 2024
Prep Roots for the Microscope
Preparing some root shoots for examining mitosis under the microscope—a long practical involves repeatedly dipping the roots alternatively in Acetic Alcohol, 60C Acid, and Iced water before macerating them and dying with Orcein Stain.
10 November 2024
Globalisation
A-Level sociology: How has globalization shaped our world? Does it bring us closer through integration and unity, or does it amplify differentiation and diversity? #Globalization #WorldCulture #SocialImpact
Computer entry
Paper Cards, Punched paper tape, cassette tape recorders, high-speed tape reels, 8-inch floppy disks, 51/4 floppy disks, 31/2 inch floppy disks, and flashing lights these are all the things that I have used in my lifetime to enter information into and use computer.
08 November 2024
Moles
Why are Moles so hard to understand? I find that both A-Level and GCSE students have often failed to understand that although the mass and volumes are different, the substances have the same number of atoms.
07 November 2024
Wireless Sound Sensor
The students investigated how sound gets weaker the further away from the object it is. We chose a bell that makes the same volume each time it is rung. We could see an inverse square relationship using a @pascoscientific wireless sound sensor and Capstone.
06 November 2024
Calculator Game changer
Sometimes, mastering math means unlocking the full potential of your calculator! It's surprising that many of my students had never explored memory functions. Safe to say, they’re in for a game-changer!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
“Why the Rate-Determining Step Is Not Always Obvious” A-Level Chemistry
“Why the Rate-Determining Step Is Not Always Obvious” A student sees a three-step mechanism and immediately chooses the slowest-looking s...

