Evolution
The resources on this page support the teaching of evolution and genetics in GCSE Biology. They are also ideal for exploring the applications and implications of contemporary science.
Topics such as cloning, genetic modification, gene therapy and ‘designer' babies are ideal for engaging students in debate about How Science Works. The interactive resources, animations and research materials will enable students to enhance their understanding of these controversial subjects. They provide a rich source of materials for discussions on the risks and benefits of contemporary science.
Evolution is an abstract concept. Using examples, such as the development of antibiotic resistance in bacteria, animations and videos in these resources will help students grasp the processes involved in natural selection.
Specification links: Edexcel 360 B3.1, OCR Gateway B3, OCR 21st Century Science B7.4, WJEC B3.5.
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Edexcel (Showing 2 of 4 available)
- ABPI for Schools: Gene Therapy and Genetic Engineering of Insulin
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Gateway B6h. Information about the use of gene therapy to treat diseases such as cancer, and the use of genetic engineering to produce insulin. From the ABPI website. Include useful...
- BBC BiteSize: Evolution and Environment
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Twenty First Century B7.3, WJEC B3.5. BBC online resource providing learners (and teachers) with basic information on the theory of evolution and extinction, including peppered moths...
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OCR 21st Century Science (Showing 2 of 6 available)
- BBC BiteSize: Evolution and Environment
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Twenty First Century B7.3, WJEC B3.5. BBC online resource providing learners (and teachers) with basic information on the theory of evolution and extinction, including peppered moths...
- University of Arizona: Blood Types
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OCR Twenty First Century B7.6. American resource from the University of Arizona giving information about the inheritance of blood types. May be used as additional material for the subject matter with...
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WJEC (Showing 2 of 2 available)
- BBC BiteSize: Evolution and Environment
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Twenty First Century B7.3, WJEC B3.5. BBC online resource providing learners (and teachers) with basic information on the theory of evolution and extinction, including peppered moths...
- What is antibiotic resistance?
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WJEC B3.5. Animation from Sumanas Inc. explaining the evolution of bacteria strains that are antibiotic resistant. May be used as a teaching device.
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Activity Resources (Showing 3 of 5 available)
- NHS: Amniocentesis: Some background information
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OCR Gateway B5f NHS webpage explaining the basics about amniocentesis, including why it is used and the procedure involved.
- BBC BiteSize: Evolution and Environment
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Twenty First Century B7.3, WJEC B3.5. BBC online resource providing learners (and teachers) with basic information on the theory of evolution and extinction, including peppered moths...
- What is antibiotic resistance?
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WJEC B3.5. Animation from Sumanas Inc. explaining the evolution of bacteria strains that are antibiotic resistant. May be used as a teaching device.
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- BBC BiteSize: Evolution and Environment
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Twenty First Century B7.3, WJEC B3.5. BBC online resource providing learners (and teachers) with basic information on the theory of evolution and extinction, including peppered moths...
- What is antibiotic resistance?
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WJEC B3.5. Animation from Sumanas Inc. explaining the evolution of bacteria strains that are antibiotic resistant. May be used as a teaching device.
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- ABPI for Schools: Gene Therapy and Genetic Engineering of Insulin
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Gateway B6h. Information about the use of gene therapy to treat diseases such as cancer, and the use of genetic engineering to produce insulin. From the ABPI website. Include useful...
- What is antibiotic resistance?
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WJEC B3.5. Animation from Sumanas Inc. explaining the evolution of bacteria strains that are antibiotic resistant. May be used as a teaching device.
- BBC BiteSize: Evolution and Environment
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Edexcel B3.1, OCR Twenty First Century B7.3, WJEC B3.5. BBC online resource providing learners (and teachers) with basic information on the theory of evolution and extinction, including peppered moths...
- NHS: Amniocentesis: Some background information
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OCR Gateway B5f NHS webpage explaining the basics about amniocentesis, including why it is used and the procedure involved.
- University of Arizona: Blood Types
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OCR Twenty First Century B7.6. American resource from the University of Arizona giving information about the inheritance of blood types. May be used as additional material for the subject matter with...
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