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Which subject	Biology
What topic	Movement
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 9
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Movement

Grade/Age Group

Year 9

Subject

Biology

Objectives

• Understand the different types of movement in living organisms.
• Identify the structures involved in movement.
• Explore the mechanisms of movement at the cellular level.
• Develop a comprehension of the principles of biomechanics.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Projector and computer
• Printed handouts of movement diagrams (different organisms)
• Various models of bones and muscles
• Access to a microscope
• Video clips demonstrating movement in different animals

Class Size

20 students

Lesson Length

30 minutes

Key Curriculum Correspondence

This lesson aligns with the national curriculum for Biology at Key Stage 4, particularly covering the functions of cells, organ systems, and the importance of movement in organisms.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Movement	5 mins	Brief discussion on what movement is and its significance in biology. Engage students by asking them to share examples of movement in animals and plants.
2	Types of Movement	10 mins	Present different types of movement (e.g., locomotion, peristalsis) using a projector. Discuss examples for each type, using the printed handouts for reference.
3	Structures Involved	5 mins	Discuss the key structures involved in movement (e.g., muscles, bones, and the nervous system). Use models to illustrate these concepts.
4	Mechanisms of Movement	5 mins	Explore how cells and organisms move at a cellular level, including concepts of muscle contraction and nerve signal transmission. Use video clips to demonstrate these processes in action.
5	Recap and Homework	5 mins	Review the key points covered in the lesson. Assign homework: ask students to prepare a poster on a specific type of movement and how it benefits that organism, to be submitted next lesson. Ensure that students understand homework will be checked, but not presented in class.

Homework

• Prepare a poster on a chosen type of movement and its benefits to the organism. This will be due next lesson.

Assessment

Formative assessment through observation of participation during class discussions and completion of the homework assignment.

Lesson script