Year 11 Homework Topics
Transcript of Year 11 Homework Topics
Year 11 Art Unendorsed, Fine Art and Graphics
Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
Coursework Coursework
Students are given a range of starting points to choose from. Projects will develop through a weekly tutorial system. All projects will have an artist focus, recording observations , development and experimentation and will culminate a either a final design or range of designs
Coursework Deadline is the first week in January
Externally set task
Separate paper for each endorsement, each providing a selection of starting points from which candidates select one.
10 week preparation period which culminates in a 10 hours of sustained focused work
Work will be assessed on a regular basis focusing on the following assessment objectives:
AO1 develop their ideas through investigations informed by contextual and other sources demonstrating analytical and cultural understanding
AO2 refine their ideas through experimenting and selecting appropriate resources, media, materials, techniques and processes
AO3 record ideas, observations and insights relevant to their intentions in visual and/or other forms
AO4 present a personal, informed and meaningful response demonstrating analytical and critical understanding, realising intentions and where appropriate, making connections between visual, written, oral or other elements
Spring Term
Summer Term
Suggestions for independent learning: Working independently on chosen project. All students are expected to take work home throughout the year or work in the Art Department after school. Teachers will set individual targets for students.
Year 11 Biology
Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
OCR Triple Biology continued B5 – You and your genes. Find out… The structures of DNA, and how it controls the proteins a cell makes How cells divide to make sex cells and how new cells are made How cells become specialised The differences between plant and animal growth B6 – Keeping Healthy Find about…
How organisms respond to stimuli How nerve impulses are passed around the body How your brain coordinates your senses How you learn new skills How scientists are finding out about memory
End of module tests – B5, B6
Spring Term
B7 – Life on earth Find out about… Fitness and how our skeleton, joints and muscles support our body and allow us to move How our body temperature is balanced How our transport system works How exercise and a healthy diet can help prevent illness like diabetes How natural ecosystems provide us with resources and how materials are recycled within them Uses of bacteria and fungi and new technologies in genetic engineering Mock exams and analysis Whole group and personalised revision programme established
End of Module Test B7
Mock Y11 exam covering B1 – B7
Summer Term
Revision of units (B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7) Further exam techniques development Recall and application opportunities through revision materials and past paper booklets
Past paper practice
GCSE Exam
Suggestions for independent learning: CGP revision booklets in Biology BBC Bitesize http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ LRC Watch many of the scientific TV programs at the moment Science Britannica. Listen to Radio programmes such as Science in Action, Infinite Monkey Cage, More or Less. Beckfoot 365
Year 11 Chemistry
Theme/topic Assessment Autumn
Term
OCR Triple Chemistry continued C5 – Chemicals of the Natural environment Find out about…. The chemicals in spheres of the Earth Theories of structure and bonding Tests for analysing water quality Methods used to extract metals from their ores How to calculate chemical equations C6-Chemical Synthesis Find out about…. The importance of the chemical industry A theory to explain acids and alkalis Reactions that give out and take in energy Steps involved in the synthesis of a new chemical and how to measure efficiency of this synthesis Techniques for controlling the rate of a reaction
End of Module test – C5
End of Module test – C6
Spring Term
C7–Chemistry for a Sustainable World The “greening” of the chemical industry The chemistry of carbon compounds(organic chemistry) Energy changes in Chemistry Catalysts and the rates of reaction Reversible reactions and equilibria Chemical analysis by chromatography and titrations Mock exams and analysis Whole group and personalised revision programme established
End of Module Test C7 Mock Y11 exam covering C1 – C7
Summer Term
Revision of units (C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7) Further exam techniques development Recall and application opportunities through revision materials and past paper booklets
Past paper practice
GCSE Exam
Suggestions for independent learning: CGP revision booklets in Triple Science. BBC Bitesize, http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ LRC Watch many of the scientific TV programs at the moment Science Britannica Listen to Radio programmes such as Science in Action, Infinite Monkey Cage, More or Less. Beckfoot VLE
Year 11: Design & Technology Extended Learning Opportunities
Year 11: GCSE Economics & Business
Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
Topic 5.1 How can I start to think like an economist? Topic 5.2 Risk or certainty?
Topic 5.1 and 5.2 Revision Checklist 5.1 and 5.2 End of Topic tests
Spring Term
Topic 5.3 Big or Small? Topic 5.4 Is growth good?
Topic 5.3 and 5.4 Revision Checklist 5.3 and 5.4 End of Topic tests
Summer Term
Topic 5.5 Is the world fair? Topic 5.5 Revision Checklist 5.3 and 5.4 End of Topic tests
Students will be encouraged to develop time management and independent study/revision skills in preparation for the two hour exam paper at the end of the summer term.
Suggestions for independent learning: Introduction to Economic Understanding (Textbook – Year 11 – Unit 5)
Business Interactive – online tests and revision PowerPoints Revision Guide and Workbook (Edexcel )
Year 11 English
Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
Reading : Of Mice and Men
Writing: Task from the Controlled Assessment Bank Speaking and Listening Task 3
(Discussion) Exam preparation
Controlled Assessment (7%). Tasks change each year. Opportunity to do another task to replace earlier one. Controlled Assessment (10%). Opportunity to do another task to replace earlier one. Controlled Assessment
Mock exam (Nov)
Spring Term
Reading: Poetry
Writing: Task from the Controlled Assessment Bank Exam preparation
Controlled Assessment (7%). Tasks change each year. Opportunity to do another task to replace earlier one. Controlled Assessment (10%). Opportunity to do another task to replace earlier one. Mock exam (March)
Year 11 English Language and Literature
Theme/topic Assessment Autumn
Term
Language: Exam preparation
Language: Opportunity to do alternative Controlled Assessment tasks.
Literature: An Inspector Calls exam preparation
Speaking and Listening Task 3 (Discussion)
Mock exam (Nov)
Exam preparation tasks
Controlled Assessment
Spring Term
Literature: Of Mice and Men and Poetry exam preparation
Language: Exam preparation
Exam preparation tasks
Mock exam (March)
Summer Term
Language and Literature: Exam preparation
Final exams (June) English Language (60%) English Literature Unit 1 (Of Mice and Men and An Inspector Calls (40%) English Literature Unit 2 (35%)
Suggestions for independent learning: Continual reading of non-fiction texts in preparation for the exam (e.g., newspapers). Research set texts and use the following websites
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ www.novelguide.com www.samlearning.com/ www.universalteacher.org.uk www.sparknotes.com/ www.shakespeare-online.com/ www.s-cool.co.uk/ www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk www.englishbiz.co.uk/
Year 11 Geography AQA A
Theme/topic Assessment Autumn
Term
Urban environments – students learn about the growth of urban areas and the challenges that are faced living in these areas.
Students should know:
How cities grew
Different models for urban development be able to compare urban areas in MEDCs and LEDCs
Be able to explain the issues caused by living in busy urban environments.
Examples of sustainable cities
Exam questions Controlled Assessment
Spring Term
Coasts – students learn about coastal process and management strategies using a variety of case studies Students should know:
Different processes that change coastal regions
The issues and problems caused by these processes
How the problems are managed How coastal areas are used.
Exam questions
Summer Term
Population – students learn about population structure and migration through a variety of case studies. Students should know:
How to describe population pyramids
The difference between ageing and youthful populations
Give push and pull factors for migration Give examples where policy has attempted to manage population growth.
Exam questions
Suggestions for independent learning: GCSE bitsesize (internet) http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ AQA A revision guides Extended learning – Geography review Related textbooks in the library. BBC learning clips (internet)
Year 11 History
Theme /topic Assessment
Autumn Term
End of unit test for every key question X3 for USA
Spring Term
End of unit test for every key question X3 for Germany
Summer Term
Mock exam – all sections and both papers included.
Suggestions for independent learning: Bitesize History http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ Revision guides available in SFO JohndClaire website SAM learning 365
Year 11 Maths
Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
iGCSE: This is a level 2 qualification in Further Maths, it is possible to achieve an A* with distinction (A^). This qualification should be an option for any student who wants to continue studying Maths in sixth form.
Topics covered for iGCSE:
Algebra
Trigonometry
Past papers will either be done in class or set for homework on a regular basis.
Autumn Term
The following topics for GCSE are a guideline for teachers to follow. However, depending on the group the teacher may decide to teach them in a different order to cater to the pupils’ needs.GCSE Foundation tier will cover the following topics:
Types of Number
Sequences
Fractions
Decimals
Working with symbols
Co-ordinates
Equations and inequalities
Percentages
Indices
Graph of linear functions
Formulae
Ratio and proportion
Real life graphs
Higher tier will cover the following topics:
Prime factors
Sequences
Fractions and decimals
Surds
Working with symbols
Graphs of linear functions
Equations and Inequalities
Percentages
Indices and standard form
Real life graphs
Formulae
Quadratic equations and algebraic proof
Simultaneous equations.
Spring Term
Topics covered for iGCSE:
Matrices
Coordinate Geometry GCSE Foundation tier will cover the following topics:
Collecting data
Statistical measure
Representing data
Scatter graphs
Probability
Percentages and ratio
Perimeter and area
Equations
Properties of polygons
Co-ordinates and graphs
Transformations
Past papers will either be done in class or set for homework on a regular basis.
Mock Test for all year group in the hall
Spring Term
Formulae Area and volume
Higher tier will cover the following topics:
Collecting data
Percentage and ratio Ratio and proportion
Statistical measures
Representing data
Scatter graphs Probability
Area and volume
Equations and formulae
Properties of polygons
3D shapes, coordinates and graphs Transformations
Pythagoras’ theorem
Summer Term
Topics covered for iGCSE: Functions
Differentiation
GCSE Foundation tier will cover the following topics:
Measures
Trial and improvement
Loci Construction
Quadratics
Pythagoras’ theorem
Revision
Higher tier will cover the following topics:
Properties of circles
Measures Trial and improvement
Constructions
Loci
Quadratic functions Trigonometry
Vectors
Cubic, circular and exponential functions
Transforming functions Revision
Past papers will either be done in class or set for homework on a regular basis.
Final GCSE Maths exam.
Suggestions for independent learning: www.mymaths.co.uk www.samlearning.com http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/maths/ www.statistics.gov.uk. www.corbettmaths.co.uk www.mangahigh.com
Year 11 Media GCSE
Theme/topic Assessment Autumn
Term
Practical Production Unit: Moving Image Controlled Assessment: Research into existing film trailers and target audiences PLUS storyboard for own film trailer PLUS production and written evaluation of own film trailer. Spring
Term
Exam Preparation: Production and Marketing of Video Games
Regular exam practice questions/tasks to be assessed by teacher.
Summer Term
As Spring Term External exam: combination of analytical writing tasks (based on students’ own research) and design tasks. 50% overall GCSE grade.
Suggestions for independent learning: All media students should be active consumers of the media they are studying. The external exam is a seen paper. We will receive copies of this paper four weeks before the students sit the exam. All preparation for the external exam after this point is done independently, both in class and at home. Teachers are directed by the exam board to act in an advisory role.
Year 11 Music
Topics to be covered Assessments
Throughout year 11 (and year 10) students study a variety of set works, these are based on set areas of study:
Music from 1600-1899
Music from 1900-the present day
Popular music in context World music
Students study three pieces from each area. Students also write two compositions based on these areas of study. Students perform two pieces, a solo and an ensemble performance.
Students are assessed through essays, listening questions and a number of short tests in the class.
Students are assessed on the two compositions.
Students are assessed on the two performances.
Suggestions for independent learning: Performing in ensembles is vital. Home practice on instruments is really important. Coursework club attendance helps. Using the BBC Bitesize http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ and the Edexcel website will support students learning.
Year 11 Performing Arts – Drama GCSE
Theme/topic Assessment Autumn
Term
Physical theatre – 39 Steps
Beckfoot Drama Festival
Practical Performance for both Written commentary on explorative strategies of drama used to tell the story
Spring Term
Exam preparation Stimulus sent from external examination board. Examiner into school examining acting skills.
Summer Term
Practical exam Examiner comes into school to examine student practical pieces
Suggestions for independent learning: All pieces require the students to learn lines outside of the classroom and research when and where the play is set. This will allow the student to understand the conditions and circumstances in which the character they are playing lived. All units have a wealth of information on character, origin and changes made throughout the years, all of these will help the students understanding of the genre and acting style.
Year 11 Philosophy & Applied Ethics
Theme/topic Assessment Autumn
Term
Ethics Lesson topics: Beliefs about contraception Attitudes to abortion Attitudes to euthanasia Attitudes to suicide Religion, poverty and wealth
Assessments are conducted every 6 lessons in Year 11. The assessments focus on 6 mark and 12 mark GCSE exam questions. There are also practice exam papers for end of unit assessments.
Spring Term
Ethics Lesson topics: Concern for others The uses of money Concepts of moral and immoral Moral and immoral occupations
Mock exams for Philosophy and Ethics.
Summer Term
Revision and exam skills. 4 x 1 hour exams (one for each of the four units studied).
Suggestions for independent learning: http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/0/ www.youtube.com/REdeptGCSE www.ocr.org.uk
Year 11 Core Physical Education
Students follow an option programme and opt into one of the pathways given. The programme does change slightly each year depending on students feedback from the Sports Council, the sports listed below is the current offer.
Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term Team Games 1 – Basketball, Rugby Leaders, Football Team Games 2 – Rounders, Invasion Games, Netball Individual 1 – Badminton, Trampoline, Fitness Individual 2 – Tennis, Fitness Suite, Badminton Fitness 1 – Body Pump, Nike+, Calorie Burner Fitness 2 – Zumba, Dance, Pilates
On-going throughout sports. Students are given a grade for each sport and then end of year grades are given through an average of their best 2 grades (must be from different areas e.g. Invasion and Net/Wall)
Spring/Summer Term
Team Games 1 – Football, Basketball Leaders, Cricket Team Games 2 – Netball, Football, Rounders Individual 1 – Badminton, Trampoline, Fitness Individual 2 – Dodgeball, Fitness Suite, Athletics Fitness 1 – Body Pump, Nike+, Boxing Fitness 2 – Hoola Hoop, Legs-Bums-Tums, Dance
On-going throughout sports. Students are given a grade for each sport and then end of year grades are given through an average of their best 2 grades (must be from different areas e.g. Invasion and Net/Wall)
Suggestions for independent learning: Research Sports using websites: You-tube (sporting examples, coaching tips, competitive games) National Governing Body Websites
Attend Extra Curricular Clubs
Attend Out of School Clubs
Watch Sporting Events on TV.
Year 11 Physics Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
OCR Triple Physics continued
P5 – Electric Circuits
Find out about: Electric charge, and how moving charges result in an electric field How scientific models can be used to explain and predict circuit behaviour Electric current, voltage and resistance Energy Transfers in electric circuits, and how mains electricity is generated and distributed Electric Motors
End of Module test – P5
End of Module test – P6
P6- Radioactive Materials
Find out about: Radioactive materials and emissions Radioactive materials being used to treat cancer Ways of reducing risks from radioactive materials Nuclear power stations Nuclear Fusion research
Spring Term
P7–Studying the Universe
Find out about: What we can see in the night sky How telescopes work and how they are used to map the universe The life story of stars How the astronomy community works together Mock exams and analysis Whole group and personalised revision programme established
End of Module Test P7
Mock Y11 exam covering P1 – P7
Summer Term
Revision of unit 1 (P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6, P7)
Further exam techniques development Recall and application opportunities through revision materials and past paper booklets
Past paper practice
GCSE Exam
Suggestions for independent learning: CGP revision booklets in Triple Science. BBC Bitesize http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/, LRC Watch many of the scientific TV programs at the moment Science Britannica Listen to Radio programmes such as Science in Action, Infinite Monkey Cage, More or Less. Beckfoot VLE
Year 11 RE Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
World Religions GCSE Unit 3: Islam Lesson topics: The Hijrah. Return to Makkah. The practice of the Five Pillars of Islam. Ramadan. Id-ul-Fitr. Id-ul-Adha. Major divisions and interpretations.
World Religions GCSE Unit 4: Buddhism Lesson topics: The life of the Buddha. The three Universal Truths. The Law of kamma. The three mind poisons. The three refuges. The five precepts.
Assessments are conducted every 6 lessons in Year 11. The assessments focus on 6 mark and 12 mark GCSE exam questions. There are also practice exam papers for end of unit assessments.
Spring Term
World Religions GCSE Unit 4: Buddhism Lesson topics: Special days and pilgrimage. Major divisions and interpretations. Revision and exam skills.
Mock exams for all four units of the World Religions GCSE.
Summer Term
Revision and exam skills. 4 x 1 hour exams (one for each religion studied).
Suggestions for independent learning: www.reonline.org.uk/ www.bbc.co.uk/schools/religion/ www.youtube.com/REdeptGCSE www.ocr.org.uk
Year 11 Additional Science (OCR) Theme/topic Assessment
Autumn Term
B4 – Processes of Life Including… The chemical processes that happen in all living cells. The way that enzymes speed up chemical reactions. How the process of respiration releases energy for cells to use. P4- Explaining Motion Including…. The idea of momentum, and how the momentum of an object changes when a force acts on it. Everyday examples of motion, including road safety measures. C4 Chemical Patterns Including… The chemistry of some very reactive elements. The patterns in the periodic table. B5 – You and your genes. Including… The structures of DNA, and how it controls the proteins a cell makes C5 – Chemicals of the Natural environment Including…. The chemicals in spheres of the Earth Theories of structure and bonding
End of Module test – B4,C4,P4
End of Module test – B5,C5
Spring Term
P5 – Electric Circuits Including how scientific models can be used to explain and predict circuit behaviour P6- Radioactive Materials Including radioactive materials and emissions B6 – Keeping Healthy Including how organisms respond to stimuli
End of Module Tests P5, B6,C6,P6
Spring Term
continued
How nerve impulses are passed around the body C6-Chemical Synthesis Including the importance of the chemical industry Mock exams and analysis Whole group and personalised revision programme established
Mock Y11 exams covering (B4,B5,B6,C4,C5,C6,P4,P5,P6)
Summer Term
Revision of units (B4,B5,B6,C4,C5,C6,P4,P5,P6) Further exam techniques development Recall and application opportunities through revision materials and past paper booklets
Past paper practice
GCSE Exam
Suggestions for independent learning: CGP revision booklets in Additional Science. LRC, BBC Bitesize http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ Watch many of the scientific TV programs at the moment Science Britannica Listen to Radio programmes such as Science in Action, Infinite Monkey Cage, More or Less. Beckfoot VLE
Year 11 Additional Science (AQA)
Theme/Topic Assessment
Autumn Term AQA Additional Science (4408) Chemistry 2 Lesson topics:
Structure and bonding
How structure influences the properties and uses of substances
Atomic structure, analysis and quantitative chemistry
ISA Coursework - Chemistry Chemistry 2 (continued)
Acids, bases and salts
Electrolysis Physics 2 Lesson topics:
Forces and their effects
The kinetic energy of objects speeding up or slowing down
Currents in electrical circuits
Using mains electricity safely and the power of electrical appliances
What happens when radioactive substances decay, and the uses and dangers of their emissions
Graded assessment of coursework. 25% of Additional Science GCSE. End of module test on C2 – 1
Spring Term Physics 2 (continued) Lesson topics:
Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion Biology 2 Lesson topics:
Cells and simple cell transport
Tissues, organs and organ systems
Photosynthesis
Organisms and their environment
Proteins – their functions and uses
Aerobic and anaerobic respiration
End of module test on P2 Mid-topic assessment Mock exams.
Summer Term Biology 2 (continued) Lesson topics:
Cell division and inheritance
Speciation Revision of Core and Additional Science.
End of module test on B2
Core and Additional Science exams (external)
Suggestions for independent learning: GCP revision books in AQA Science A (Core) or AQA Biology, AQA Chemistry and AQA Physics (Triple), available from the SFO BBC Bitesize http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/science/aqa/ Past papers (available from 365 and your teacher) www.aqa.org.uk Radio programmes such as Science in Action, Infinite Monkey Cage and More or Less.
Year 11 Additional Applied Science (OCR)
Theme/Topic Assessment
Autumn Term Unit A Topics A1 Sports and Fitness includes making baseline fitness assessments and the physiology of the heart and blood vessels A2 Health Care includes pregnancy and IVF A3 Protecting the Environment includes testing water quality and sampling A4 Protecting the Public includes microscopy, colorimetry, electrophoresis and chromatography Completion of Work Related Report and Standard Procedures
End of topic tests – A1, A2, A3, A4
Spring Term Unit B Topics B1 Sports equipment includes designing sports equipment and looking at properties of materials B2 Stage and Screen includes optical properties and managing light and sound at venues B3 Agriculture and Biotechnology includes organic and inorganic farming how cattle are bred and uses of microorganisms B4 Making chemical Products includes reactions of acids and alkalis and making soluble and insoluble salts Completion of Suitability test and Standard Procedures Mock exams and analysis Whole group and personalised revision programme established
End of Topic tests – B1, B2, B3, B4
Summer Term Revision of all A and B units Further exam techniques development Recall and application opportunities through revision materials and past paper booklets
Past paper practice GCSE exam
Year 11 Triple Science (OCR) All students will cover the same content over the course of the year, and complete the same assessments, however the order in which topics are taught may vary from class to class.
Theme/Topic Assessment
Autumn Term OCR Biology, Chemistry and Physics (Triple Award) Biology Unit 2 – B4 and B5 Lesson topics:
The processes of life
Growth and development Investigative coursework Chemistry Unit 2 – C4 and C5
Chemical patterns
Chemicals of the natural environment
End of module test on B4 and B5 Graded assessment of coursework. 25% of GCSE. End of module test on C4 and C5
Spring Term Physics Unit 2 – P4 and P5 Lesson topics:
Explaining motion
Electric circuits Biology Units 2 and 3 – B6 and B7 Lesson topics:
Brain and mind
Further biology Chemistry Units 2 and 3 – C6 and C7
Chemical synthesis
Further chemistry
End of module test on P4 and P5 End of module test on B6 and B7 Mock exams. End of module test on C6 and C7
Summer Term Physics Units 2 and 3 – P6 and P7
Radioactive materials
Further physics Revision of all units (B1-7, C1-7, P1-7) Further exam technique development Recall and application opportunities through revision materials and past paper booklets.
End of module test on P6 and P7 GCSE Exams
Year 11 Sport