Power Up: A Revision of AQA GCSE Physics Electricity and Circuits

Power Up: A Revision of AQA GCSE Physics Electricity and Circuits

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to revise AQA GCSE Physics electricity and circuits.

This slide is to establish the learning objective of the lesson.

What do you already know about electricity and circuits?

Electricity Basics

Electricity is the flow of electric charge. It is generated by moving electrons and is measured in amperes.

Introduce the basics of electricity, including its definition and how it is measured.

Circuit Components

A circuit is a closed loop through which current can flow. The main components of a circuit are a battery, wires, and a load.

Outline the key components of a circuit and their functions.

Ohm's Law

Ohm's Law states that the current through a conductor between two points is directly proportional to the voltage across the two points.

Explain what Ohm's Law is and how it can be used to calculate current, voltage, and resistance.

Series and Parallel Circuits

In a series circuit, the components are connected end-to-end, and the current through each component is the same. In a parallel circuit, the components are connected in branches, and the voltage across each component is the same.

Differentiate between series and parallel circuits, and explain how the properties of each affect the flow of current and voltage.

Circuit Diagrams

Circuit diagrams use symbols to represent the different components of a circuit. They help to visualize how the components are connected and the flow of current.

Introduce circuit diagrams and explain how they are used to represent circuits.

Measuring Electricity

Electricity can be measured using instruments such as ammeters, voltmeters, and multimeters. These instruments measure current, voltage, and resistance, respectively.

Explain the different instruments used to measure electricity and their functions.

Electrical Safety

Electricity can be dangerous and can cause serious injury or even death. It is important to follow safety precautions when working with electrical equipment.

Highlight the importance of electrical safety and provide tips on how to work safely with electrical equipment.

Electricity Generation

Electricity can be generated using a variety of sources, including fossil fuels, nuclear power, and renewable sources such as solar and wind power.

Introduce the different methods of generating electricity and their advantages and disadvantages.

Electricity in the Home

Electricity is used in the home for a variety of purposes, including lighting, heating, and powering appliances. It is important to use electricity efficiently to save energy and reduce costs.

Discuss how electricity is used in the home and provide tips on how to use it efficiently.

Revision Quiz: Electricity Basics

Test your knowledge of the basics of electricity with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of the basics of electricity.

Revision Quiz: Circuits

Test your knowledge of circuits with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of circuits and their components.

Revision Quiz: Ohm's Law

Test your knowledge of Ohm's Law with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of Ohm's Law.

Revision Quiz: Series and Parallel Circuits

Test your knowledge of series and parallel circuits with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of series and parallel circuits.

Revision Quiz: Circuit Diagrams

Test your knowledge of circuit diagrams with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of circuit diagrams.

Revision Quiz: Measuring Electricity

Test your knowledge of measuring electricity with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of how to measure electricity.

Revision Quiz: Electrical Safety

Test your knowledge of electrical safety with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of electrical safety.

Revision Quiz: Electricity Generation

Test your knowledge of electricity generation with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of how electricity is generated.

Revision Quiz: Electricity in the Home

Test your knowledge of electricity in the home with this quick quiz!

Include a quiz to test students' understanding of how electricity is used in the home.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have revised AQA GCSE Physics electricity and circuits.

Summarize the key points of the lesson and congratulate students for completing it.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.