BTEC First applied science
unit 1 chemistry and our earth
By: Diane Canwell and Jon Sutherland
ISBN: 978-1-4085-0803-9
RRP: £50 +VAT
Unit 1 covers the basics of chemistry and the associated skills that are in demand in industry. Tailored towards the latest Edexcel specifications, this unit is broken down into learning outcomes. Each learning outcome can be taught using a selection of ready-made resources including:
- An introduction to the topic with learning outcomes identified. Ideal for front-of-class teaching and for students to re-visit independently.
- Information delivery presented in a stimulating way through presentations and videos to illustrate key concepts and engage students.
- Learning activities including Drag and Drops, Mazes, Matching Pairs and Shuffling Games allowing students to assess their understanding of topics. Great for kinaesthetic learners.
- Extended practice with WebQuests building on key concepts and encouraging independent research, perfect for developing more advanced students.
- Checking understanding with Test Yourself questions, which students have to answer at the beginning of the learning outcome. These are auto-marked and provide feedback so students know where and how they need to improve.
- Assessment support with On Your Marks, explaining performance criteria and assessment task sheets for each unit.
Contents:
1. BE ABLE TO INVESTIGATE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCE RELATED TO THEIR PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Test yourself: Chemical substances and their properties
Presentation: Chemical substances and their properties
Matching pairs: Matching elements and their symbols
Matching pairs: Matching formula to chemicals
Test yourself: Conductivity, melting points and solubility
Presentation: Use of chemicals
WebQuest: Nylon
2. BE ABLE TO INVESTIGATE THE PROPERTIES OF ELEMENTS RELATING TO THEIR ATOMIC STRUCTURE
Test yourself: Understanding atomic structure
Presentation: Atomic Structure and Chemical Properties
Interactive activity: Properties of Groups 1 and 7
Presentation: Use of chemicals
WebQuest: Silicon
3. BE ABLE TO INVESTIGATE THE FACTORS INVOLVED IN THE RATE OF CHEMICAL REACTIONS
Test yourself: Equations
Presentation: Equations and reaction rates
Worksheet: Balancing equations
Presentation: Industrial processes
WebQuest: Chemical reactions
4. KNOW THE FACTORS THAT ARE AFFECTING THE EARTH AND ITS ENVIRONMENT
Test yourself: Natural and human activity factors
Presentation: Natural and human impact on the Earth and its environment
Interactive activity: Natural and human activity factors affecting the Earth and its environment
Presentation: Sustainable development issues
WebQuest: The Earth and its environment
ASSESSMENT
Worksheet 1: Elements, mixtures and compounds
Worksheet 2: How physical properties of substances determine their uses
Worksheet 3: Electronic structure and the periodic table
Worksheet 4: Controlling industrial reactions
Worksheet 5: Affecting the environment
On your marks: Assessment guidelines